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.
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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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Upcoming Events

Awards Gala

6:00 pm -> 9:00 pm

2 Auction Ln, Brampton, ON L6T 0C4

Training Day

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

7:00 am -> 3:00 pm

2240 Sleeping Giant Pkwy, Thunder Bay, ON P7A 0E7

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

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    • For this years silent auction, the charity selected is Canada Beyond the Blue @canadabtbCanada Beyond the Blue focuses on supporting the mental health and wellness of police families. They recognize that behind every badge is a network of people who carry the unseen weight of service.By supporting the silent auction, it allows Canada Beyond the Blue to continue programs to address grief, burnout and mental health challenges, particularly for those affected because of the line of duty and suicide losses.Even if you are not attending in person, you can still bid and support this amazing cause. WWW.GALABID.COM/OWLE2025Thank you 💙💙💙
    • Check out this venue! The northern training day will be held at the Delta Hotel in Thunder Bay! Group hotel rates are valid for bookings made by May 12. Don’t delay book today! Info on our eventbrite. Link in our bio!
    • On April 3, 2025, board members of OWLE past and present joined to celebrate the retirement of Sergeant Joanne Tawton of @torontopolice after 44 years of service!Joanne Tawton was a founding member of OWLE back in 1996 and has been an active part of the Board ever since.It was this dedication, that made it an easy decision that Joanne should be the recipient of this years OWLE Heritage Award. This award recognizes a woman who has a minimum of 20 years of service, possesses outstanding mentoring and leadership skills and has contributed in a significant manner to the advancement of women in law enforcement. OWLE would not be the organization we are today without the assistance of Joanne. For that, we thank you and wish you the most amazing retirement Jo!
    • Tickets are now available on eventbrite for our Northern Training Day in Thunder Bay!Join us for an exciting day at the Delta in Thunder Bay. Group rate for the hotel is also available through the eventbrite.
    • The Board is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for our Indigenous Bursary. This $500.00 bursary is open to an OWLE member’s Indigenous child (Metis, Inuit and First Nations) that will be attending post-secondary studies in their field of choice.More information is available on our website www.owle.org.Submission deadline is extended until March 22, 2025.
    • Reminder OWLE members: Applications for the Laurie Hawkins Scholarship are open on our website www.OWLE.org.This scholarship application is open to OWLE members and children of a member who have completed their first year of post-secondary education and are returning for a second or subsequent year.We offer a $500.00 scholarship to children of OWLE members and a $1000.00 to an OWLE member.Applications are due by March 22nd, 2025.The scholarship is in memory of OPP Constable Laurie Hawkins. Laurie was a dedicated Community Services Officer with the Oxford County OPP. She along with her family tragically passed away in 2008.

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