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3 additional MAST for Front Line workers groups. Links go live at noon, February 11. These groups fill up fast, so don’t wait to get your FREE ticket!

Police chaplains across Ontario, Canada, and North America provide multi-faith support, spiritual guidance, and assistance to police officers and the public, as they deal with the traumatic circumstances including injury, illness and death in both their personal and professional lives.

Still time to order before Christmas. www.badgeoflifecanada.org

A mindfulness opportunity for 2021

Positive feedback upon receipt of our Badge of Life Canada #challengecoin + #suicideprevention bracelet ~ 100% proceeds applied directly to our Mission & Programs ~ available via our website shop www.badgeoflifecanada.org #StrengthinNumbers

Bringing Marc home Escort of Provincial Constable Marc Hovingh #HeroesInLife

A short video tribute to those who supported a holiday fundraiser with charitable proceeds donated to Badge of Life Canada ~ Mission & Programs #StrengthinNumbers

Fundraiser hosted for Badge of Life Canada ~ charitable proceeds being donated towards our Mission & Programs #StrengthinNumbers

Thank you Terry Chisholm, Sue and Joe Libralesso.

Privilege for Badge of Life Canada ~ to have the opportunity to network/collaborate with a variety of #OACP #policing leaders across Province of Ontario this week regarding #mentalwellness ~ discussing BOLC, our Mission & Programs, and upcoming training & collaborations. #leadershipmatters #StrengthinNumbers

Our thoughts are with our critically injured OPP officer, who has been shot on duty, their family and friends, and all of our members and first responders who are dealing with this incident on Manitoulin Island today. We will update condition of the officer as soon as we know.

Thinking of a great friend and mentor that passed away October 12, 2016. Badge of Life Canada was one man's vision founded in 2010 and originally self funded by Peter Platt. Who says one person can't make a difference? We continue to help the helpers with his passing. You too can help as your donations all go towards programming for first responders with OSI's. Help us celebrate ten years of one man’s vision, that has helped many. Donations accepted for charity Badge of Life Canada on our home page www.badgeoflifecanada.org

Order your bracelet see https://badgeoflifecanada.org/shop/

Service dog #Mika - showing off her #HandsomeHuman partner sporting a new Badge of Canada jacket and crest on a spectacular Fall day romp in the bush - making sure their #human is getting some exercise #servicedogs #StrengthinNumbers

Humbled & Gratitude - tremendous shoutout Toronto Police Service - Recruit Class 20-02 who presented a donation cheque to Badge of Life Canada prior to graduating - fundraising occurred throughout their college lessons and B4 they commence operational duties Dr. Robert Perkins accepted the cheque on behalf of Badge of Life Canada today in a ceremony at TPS Police College All charitable proceeds applied directly to our Mission & Programs ... Best of luck to the recruits as they embrace the next challenge that lay ahead as they deploy into their communities #serveandprotect #StrengthinNumbers

Congratulations - Syd Gravel for recognition - very deserving for years of dedication #peersupport guru #bestinshow #StrengthInNumbers

Message from Chief Constable Mike Serr, "It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that on Monday morning our AbbyPD family lost a brother officer. We are de...eply saddened by the loss of our member who had two years service. Our lost brother was proud to wear the AbbyPD uniform and was always known for his positive energy and constant smile. His death is not suspicious, and we are supporting his family and our AbbyPD family during this difficult time as we wait for more answers regarding the cause. The flags at the Abbotsford Police Department are lowered to half-mast to honour our fallen officer’s service." This tragic loss of our colleague and friend is being felt throughout our close-knit community and will inevitably continue to be felt for a long time to come. The Abbotsford Police Department are encouraging the public and members of our police family to reach out for support Call 310-6789 (no area code needed) to speak to a crisis line worker 24/7.

Ten week spousal group starting soon; only two spots left don’t delay.

One important pattern that emerged in the data is the disproportionate level of suffering among a subgroup of officers who are 5 to 10 years into the occupation; namely, officers who are too far into the job to quit and likely more than a decade away from retirement.