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BC Women in Law Enforcement
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BCWLE is a non-profit organisation whose vision is to strengthen, unite, and promote women in law enforcement in the province of British Columbia.
We've got a few spaces left, so there's still time to register for TONIGHT's #BeatTheWinterBlues Winter Social!

Come relax and have fun while casually networking with a great group of women!

Register at bcwle.ca.

#BCWLE #StrongerTogether
January 29, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Weekends are busy, we know - whether you're a shiftworker or M-F.

So we’ve made this handy checklist to help you stay on track with #BCWLE happenings.

Find what you need on our website bcwle.ca

#WomenLeading #StrongerTogether
January 24, 2026 at 10:08 PM
We’re excited to see former #BCWLE EAC member, D/Chief Jennifer Hyland (Retd) has scheduled book signings for her new book, #Tightrope!

A “rare and unflinching look behind the badge”.

Mark your calendars now.
#WomenLeading #ChampionHer
January 22, 2026 at 2:24 AM
Following today’s theme of overcoming #BlueMonday, how about registering for #BCWLE’s 2026 Conference & Awards Luncheon?! One look at our speakers line-up, and that’s sure to raise your spirits, and professional inspiration!

bcwle.ca/events/bcwle...

#WomenLeading #StrongerTogether #ChampionHer
January 20, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Looking to fend off #BlueMonday? We’ve got a suggestion: Nominate a colleague for a #BCWLE Award!

Listing all the positive reasons they qualify should keep you in a great frame of mind.

Policy, rules, & criteria: bcwle.ca/awards/

Nominations close midnight 31JAN2026.
#WomenLeading #ChampionHer
January 19, 2026 at 3:45 PM
We’re only a couple of weeks out from the #BCWLE Winter Social.

Once again, it promises to be a fun and entertaining night of camaraderie and connecting. Don't miss out - please register through your member portal.

#SignUpNow #WomenLeading #StrongerTogether
January 17, 2026 at 1:44 AM
#OTD in 1981, Cst Joan Merk became the 1st woman member on the #RCMP Musical Ride.

She was joined later in the month by Cst Christine Mackie Windover.

As of 2024, women now make up almost 50% of the Ride.

#trailblazers #WomenLeading #BCWLE
January 15, 2026 at 5:43 PM
The #BCWLE 2026 Awards categories are:
- Leadership
- Mentoring & Coaching
- Ally
- new this year - Community Service.

Nominate a colleague! Policy, rules, & criteria: bcwle.ca/awards/

Nominations close midnight 31JAN2026.

#StrongerTogether #ChampionHer #WomenLeading
January 9, 2026 at 4:50 PM
After the holidays, we want to make sure that we #BeatTheWinterBlues, so we’re excited to announce our annual #BCWLE winter social!

Space is limited, so RSVP through the Member’s Portal.

#WomenLeading #StrongerTogether
January 2, 2026 at 5:27 PM
For those of you working tonight, we see you. As well as those working the next few days.
Stay safe, stay warm, and we wish that the magic and joy of the season visit all of you and yours.💙💛💚
#WomenLeading #BCWLE
December 25, 2025 at 3:52 AM
We've had a few guesses, (all correct) so we’re pleased to reveal our #keynote speaker for the 2026 #BCWLE Conference: Tamara Taggart!

Look for registration details in the New Year, and plan to join us April 9th in Langley!

@tamarataggart.bsky.social #WomenLeading #ChampionHer
December 16, 2025 at 5:17 PM
46 years of service. Our member, Maureen Ing, is a #trailblazer! She's worked in 6 different areas of @vancouverpd.bsky.social over her career. She's a founding member of #bcwle, and a Life Associate member of #iawp, attending & assisting at numerous conferences around the world.🏅
December 7, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Geneviève. Hélène. Annie. Nathalie. Barbara. Anne Marie. Maud. Barbara. Maryse. Anne-Marie. Sonia. Michèle. Maryse. Annie.

Inspire change. Demand change. #StrongerTogether

#WeWillRemember #December6 #femicide
December 6, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Congratulations to #BCWLE member Nancy, from @vancouverpd.bsky.social - who is the winner of the draw for tickets to see the @pwhlgoldeneyes.bsky.social!

Thanks again to Sgt Sue Harvey (Retd) for donating the tickets.

#WomenLeading #StrongerTogether
December 3, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Thank you #SurreyPoliceService Women in Leadership Committee for the interesting and informative panel yesterday: #RedefiningLeadershipForTomorrow.

The 3 panelists had differing and common perspectives - all food for thought…and action!

#WomenLeading #StrongerTogether #BCWLE
November 29, 2025 at 1:11 AM
We’re continuing #WomensHistoryMonth into November, celebrating the determination of women who've inspired change, broken barriers, blazed trails, & led with strength.

#OTD 1988, Ruby Burns became one of the first women instructors in the #RCMP, @ Depot Division.

#WomenLeading #ChampionHer #BCWLE
November 28, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Ready for our next #BCWLE Conference keynote reveal?!

She's the Founder of a Foundation.

🕵️‍♀️Clues to date: an inspiring BC woman; with 2 daughters & a son; she gardens; and now, a Foundation. 🤔

So, have you figured it out yet? Come on, you must be getting close! 😉

#ChampionHer #WomenLeading
November 26, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Leadership is everyone’s responsibility. On this #InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfViolenceAgainstWomen, let’s commit to end violence against women.

#WomenLeading #StrongerTogether #BCWLE
November 25, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Congratulations @pwhlgoldeneyes.bsky.social on your historic win!
November 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
We are excited to have our very first PWHL team!

Even better for our members, is that we are drawing for 2 tickets to the @pwhlgoldeneyes.bsky.social Dec6th game!

Details on the member’s portal. Thanks to Sgt Sue Harvey (Retd) for donating the tickets.

#VancouverGoldeneyes #MembershipHasBenefits
November 21, 2025 at 5:11 PM
If you’ve been following along, here’s the next reveal for our 2026 #BCWLE Conference keynote speaker: she loves gardening.👩‍🌾🌱

The clues we’ve given you so far are that she’s an inspiring BC woman, with 2 daughters and a son, and gardens. Hmmm… 🕵️‍♀️

#WomenLeading #ChampionHer
November 14, 2025 at 6:13 PM
📢Attn #BCWLE Members!📢

Check out the Members Portal: a golden opportunity to see the @pwhlgoldeneyes.bsky.social game against New York Sirens on December 6th. But hurry - draw closes on November 26th.
With thanks to Sgt Sue Harvey (Retd) for ticket donation.

#WomenLeading #ChampionHer @thepwhl.com
November 12, 2025 at 11:56 PM
On this day #CanadaRemembers those who served and sacrificed.

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #BCWLE #StrongerTogether
November 11, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Our #BCWLE 2026 Awards are now open!

Have you got someone in mind? Nomination categories are: Leadership; Mentoring & Coaching; Ally; and - new this year - Community Service.

Policy, rules, & criteria: bcwle.ca/awards/

Nominations close at midnight on 31JAN2026.

#StrongerTogether #WomenLeading
November 11, 2025 at 1:46 AM
We honour #IndigenousVeteransDay, and continue to be grateful for the contributions, service, and sacrifices of the First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people who signed up to serve #Canada.

#CanadaRemembers #WeRemember #StrongerTogether
November 8, 2025 at 5:55 PM