In 2 days, we’re hosting a special Women’s Only Fireside Chat with women of the Ottawa Police Service in Honor of International Women’s Day. This is not a presentation. This is not a lecture. This is an intimate room with women of OPS where you can ask the real questions about what it’s actually like to serve as a police officer. 📅 March 6th 🚪 Doors Open: 6:30 PM 🕖 Event: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Ottawa Police Association - 141 Catherine Street, Suite 200 🚗 Free parking across the street Inside the room we’ll be talking about: • What it’s really like to be a woman in policing • Career paths in the Ottawa Police Service • Leadership, resilience & growth • Balancing policing and family life • What it takes to succeed in the profession And yes...you can ask anything. 🎁 We also have amazing door prizes, including one of the OPS “30 Forward” Challenge Coins. Only 100 coins exist. This rare collector’s piece marks the 30 Forward initiative and is something very special tied to this moment in OPS history. 📢 Only 130 seats exist for this event. Once the room fills, registration closes. If you’ve been thinking about coming…If you’ve been meaning to register… This is your moment. 👉 Grab your seat here: Fireside Chat Event This is going to be a powerful evening of real conversation, mentorship, and inspiration. See you there. 💡Comment “FIRESIDE” below if you’re coming 🔥

We are officially 3 days away from our special Women's Only "Fireside Chat" ...this event is in Honour of International Women's Day with Women of OPS and the energy is building. 📅 March 6th 🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Doors Open At 6:30PM) 📍 Ottawa Police Association - 141 Catherine Street Suite 200 This is your opportunity to sit in an intimate room with women of the Ottawa Police Service and ask the real questions about leadership, resilience, career growth, family balance, and what it truly means to serve. And we have something very special to announce… 🎁 We have amazing door prizes including one of the Ottawa Police Service “30 Forward” Challenge Coins. Only 100 coins have been made. That’s it. This is a rare, one-of-a-kind collector’s piece marking the incredible 30 Forward initiative. Moments like this don’t come around often. We only have 130 tickets available for this event. Once those seats are claimed, registration closes. This isn’t a large conference. It's not a lecture. It’s a powerful, candid conversation in an intentionally small setting designed so you can engage, connect, and walk away inspired. If you’ve been thinking about coming…If you’ve been meaning to register… This is your reminder. 👉 Secure your seat here: Fireside Chat Event We can’t wait to welcome you for what will be a meaningful, memorable evening. P.S. Between the intimate conversation and the chance to win one of only 100 OPS 30 Forward Challenge Coins… this is truly a night you won’t want to miss. Only 130 seats available - first come, first served.

Good Day Folks! 👉 All the email confirmations for the timings for the Shuttle Run will go out this evening! Please check your junk email to ensure you have not yet received your email, if no email received by tomorrow, please send me an email at richardsonj@ottawapolice.ca 🚨This is the last call for those wanting to run the Shuttle Run on March 7th, all those that hit level 7 will have met the fitness standard to apply!

We’re just 4 days away from a very special evening. In Honour of International Women’s Day, the Ottawa Police Service is hosting a Women Only Event, an intimate Fireside Chat with Women of OPS and this is your opportunity to be in the room. 📅 March 6th 🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30PM) 📍 Ottawa Police Association - 141 Catherine St. Suite 200 Only 130 tickets are available and once they’re claimed, registration will close. This is not a panel from a stage. This is not a scripted presentation. This is an intimate conversation where you will sit with women of the Ottawa Police Service and have the chance to ask any question you want. We’ll be speaking openly about the real dynamics of being a police woman with the Ottawa Police Service including: • Career pathways and opportunities • Leadership and mentorship • Balancing family and policing • Challenges, resilience, and growth • What it truly takes to succeed If you have ever wondered what policing looks like from the inside…If you are considering applying…Or if you simply want honest insight from women who are living it every day… This is your chance. Seats are limited. The room will be intentionally small. The conversations will be real. 👉 Secure your seat here: Fireside Chat 2026 Event We look forward to welcoming you into the conversation. P.S. Come prepared with your questions. This evening is about you learning directly from the women of OPS and spots are filling quickly!

Thank you for joining us last night at the Château Laurier! We were proud to welcome so many individuals exploring what’s possible at the Ottawa Police Service. From civilian roles to communications, special constables, and policing pathways - the evening was about opening doors and starting conversations. Now we have one question for you: What was the number one thing you learned? Was it something about the application process? A conversation with a unit member? The 30 Forward Initiative? A pathway you hadn’t considered before? We would genuinely value your response. Simply reply in the comments and share your biggest takeaway. For those interested in becoming a police officer, and you are ready to move forward with the fitness test, remember: 👉 Send Cst. Abid Nasim an email at: nasima@ottawapolice.ca to secure your spot for March 7 shuttle run. You will receive an email with your timing, location and waivers. This is not a practice session - it is for those ready to apply. Thank you again for taking the time to invest in your future!