I have been a Member of the RCMP since 2000 working in Alberta and the NWT. My career has varied between General Duty police operations, major crime and serious persons-crimes investigations, emergency management and emergency operations, training and Criminal Operations. For years, I contributed to my communities by volunteering in various roles with Boards who governed non-profit entities. In 2021, after moving back to Alberta, I sought something stimulating which would channel my experiences and afford opportunities to network with other professionals who shared my interest in and commitment to public safety. The AWIPS Vision, Mission and Goals attracted me, so, I joined the Board as their Secretary. Since then I have been inspired and motivated by the women I have met and volunteered with. As the Chair of AWIPS, and I am excited to lead our Board through some fantastic initiatives and I am committed to the continued growth and development of Alberta’s Women in Pubic Safety.

Kerri Firza (M.A.) has been a civilian employee with the Calgary Police Service since 2012, and currently works as a Business Strategist the Bureau of Community Policing. Her role is to apply a strategic lens to operational policing, which includes reporting on risk, audits, bureau workplans, decision requests and the Annual Policing Plan. She is a strong supporter of women in leadership, and is the Co-Chair of the Calgary Women in Policing group that seeks to create a network of women, those who identify as women, and male allies to understand the way women experience work in a law enforcement setting. She is married and has two children (7 and 20) and a dog (the small, fluffy type). As the Treasurer of AWIPS, she will be the contact for financial payments/reconciliation.

Lacey Teske Allison has served as an Alberta Sheriff since March 2006. As a dedicated professional, she has formerly held roles such as Field Training Officer (FTO), Worksite Intel Contact, and Provincial Operations Centre (POC) Augmentee. Currently, she serves as an Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Worksite Representative, advocating for safer and healthier workplaces.

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Susan is the Director of North District with Community Corrections Branch, Public Safety and Emergency Services. Susan began her career with Alberta’s Correctional Services Division over 24 years ago, starting at the Edmonton Young Offender Center as a Correctional Service Worker. Since 2010 she has worked at various youth and adult Community Correction offices as a Probation Officer, Senior Probation and Manager.

A recent accomplishment She is most proud of is completing her Masters in Leadership from Royal Roads, previous education includes Bachelor in Justice Studies and a Diploma in Correctional Services. In 2022, Susan began teaching as an Associate Professor with the Correctional Services Program at Grant MacEwan University. Susan brings a strong passion for leadership and excited and honoured to be involved in the creation and implementation of the AWIPS mentorship program.

Sergeant Angie Tetley has been with the Calgary Police Service since 2002. Her current role is with the CPS Recruiting Team as the Recruiting Outreach Sergeant, and host of “Called to Serve – The Podcast” where she is actively seeking new, qualified candidates to join the CPS team.  She joined AWIPS in 2021 as the Director of Training/Events and now holds the role of Director of Awards. She has a passion for advancing women personally and professionally and is also the founder and Co-Chair of Calgary Women in Policing, an employee resource group working to provide a professional environment for members of the Calgary Police Service to access training, social events, cultivate mentorship networks, and build on their collective strength to successfully advance women leaders in the workplace.  She was the driving force for developing and initiating the very first Women's Rugby Division at the World Police and Fire games in 2011 and continues to play and coach girls rugby. She is married to a Calgary Fire Fighter and is extremely proud of her 2 strong, amazing, inspiring, and powerful rugby-playing teenage daughters!

Bringing over 16 years of expertise in Public Safety and Emergency Services, Kirn Minhas is a seasoned Senior Probation Officer deeply committed to enhancing community safety within the Criminal Justice System. Armed with a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice, she leads probation officers within Community Corrections, emphasizing collaboration and conflict resolution. Actively involved in volunteer work and community outreach, Kirn holds certifications and memberships, displaying her commitment to continuous learning. A respected professional, she prioritizes community well-being through leadership and proactive approaches to positive change in the Criminal Justice field.

Sarah has been a Regular Member of the Alberta RCMP since 2014. Mentorship has always been something Sarah has felt strongly about, being both a mentee prior to and during her policing career, as well being a mentor to other police officers and public servants. Sarah has always encouraged others to seek opportunities to broaden their experiences and further their careers. Sarah joined AWIPS in 2023 and joined the Board of Directors in 2024.

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Amanda has been a Peace Officer since 2003, currently working for the City of Edmonton Community Standards Branch in Logistics and Branch Support. She has been a member of AWIPS since 2022. Training has always been a passion for her. Amanda first joined the Events and Training portfolio as a committee member, then became Co-Chair of the portfolio in 2024. Amanda has also taken on a Mentor role in the launch of the AWIPS Mentorship Program. She has really enjoyed getting to know the other AWIPS members and being able to bond over shared experiences.

Savannah has been a Member of the Edmonton Police Service for 10 years. Savannah has felt strongly about empowering women in the workplace prior to her career in policing and this passion continued after she became a police officer. Savannah has been fortunate enough to receive mentorship from several inspirational women in public safety for which she is incredibly grateful. Savannah feels that it is paramount to give back and empower others to continue to succeed in a way that feels meaningful to them. Savannah joined AWIPS in 2023 and joined the Board of Directors the same year.

Kandis has been a member of the RCMP since 2006, fulfilling roles as a general duty officer and specializing in many roles including Indigenous policing, Mental Health, Domestic Violence, Diversity Engagement and Community Safety and Wellbeing. She considers herself a life-long learner with a passion for advocacy and service of marginalized/disadvantaged groups. Both her professional roles and lived experiences fuel the drive to help champion community wellness in any way possible, and public safety is a big part of that. Kandis joined AWIPS at a time when she needed support and she quickly transitioned to a volunteer on the board after experiencing firsthand how helpful and necessary groups like AWIPS are to women in public safety. Welcome to our page.