Ontario Women
in Law Enforcement 

OWLE is an organization that grew from an idea to bring together the female members of the law enforcement field from across the province.
Ontario Women In Law Enforcement

By empowering women, enforcing excellence, and inspiring change; the field of policing can evolve to better serve and protect the public while promoting diversity in law enforcement.

Together, these principles create a dynamic and progressive environment that not only uplifts women in policing, but also elevates the standards and impact of law enforcement as a whole.

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Join us at the Delta for a dynamic and empowering day of training designed specifically for women in law enforcement. This comprehensive event offers a

Recognizing the importance of communication and co-operation,
we extend our membership to both women and men.

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    • Let’s go to Thunder Bay! You don’t want to miss this. We have a jam packed day of amazing speakers, excellent networking opportunities and a great venue.Get your tickets today (link in bio). Hotel group rate has been extended 🎉🎉
    • Work can be a big part of what defines us. We are often drawn to careers that we are aligned with whether it’s our ethics, morals, or just something that we know is our calling. We go into these roles with passion...drive..wanting to make a difference. Overtime, we can start to experience fatigue and burnout - sometimes we can point to a singular cause - but sometimes - it’s many factors coming together causing this tension especially in gendered occupations. This begins to affect all aspects of our being - our personal life - our work life - our physical health and our mental health. Dr. Sinden will be providing an interactive session that will aim to facilitate discussion around some of these challenges and work together to develop strategies that can be used to help manage complexities and tensions that come with working in gendered occupations.Come see Dr Sinden at our first Northern Training Day in Thunder Bay! Tickets are available now - link in our bio.
    • Detective Constable Matti Primeau and Civilian Analyst Jessica Restoule of the Anishinabek Police Service are awarded Law Enforcement Professionals of the Year for their outstanding work combating human trafficking, particularly protecting Indigenous women and girls. Their collaboration in investigations, victim support, and intelligence analysis has significantly improved outcomes for survivors and strengthened Indigenous-led policing efforts. Notably, their work on Project Uptown identified over 20 victims and led to the arrest of six individuals on 81 charges. Their commitment to justice, cultural understanding, and teamwork sets a new standard in law enforcement. @apscops📸: @capturedbyh2 and Jayne Van Der Veen
    • Hamilton Police Association President Jaimi Bannon is the recipient of the Police Association Leadership Award. A trailblazer in her role, she has increased female representation on the board and mentored women in leadership. Known for her fierce advocacy and unwavering dedication to members, Jaimi has challenged senior leaders, filed a precedent-setting grievance, and gained provincial recognition for her mental health work—including a nomination for the King Charles III Coronation Medal. Respected across Ontario, Jaimi is a strong, reliable, and influential leader in the police association community. @hamiltonpoliceassociation📸: @capturedbyh2 and Jayne Van Der Veen
    • Provincial Constable Ava McKay of the OPP is the recipient of the Indigenous Leadership Award. A proud Naotkamegwanning First Nation member, she has dedicated over 25 years to policing in remote Indigenous communities. Known for her compassion, mentorship, and strong leadership, she supports both her community and fellow officers with exceptional dedication and cultural guidance.📸: @capturedbyh2 and Jayne Van Der Veen
    • We are proud to present Sgt. Nicole Simpson with the 2025 OWLE Award of Excellence in Performance. In early 2024, RCMP Sergeant Nicole Simpson led a high-stakes Security of Information Act investigation involving threats to critical infrastructure, successfully coordinating with local police and private partners to arrest the suspect and prevent potential national harm. Her exceptional leadership continued across several major investigations, including threats against federal politicians and an emerging ISIS plot in Toronto. Nicole’s mentorship, legal expertise, and ability to mobilize teams under pressure led to arrests, successful charges, and even INSET’s first war crimes case. Her tireless dedication has made Canada significantly safer. @rcmpontario📸: @capturedbyh2 and Jayne Van Der Veen
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