Time to reflect on the journey...

The "Journey to the Edge" may now be over but the memories remain.  The Annual IAWP Parade of Nations was a spectacular event.  The streets of St. John's were lined with on lookers, cheering the IAWP delegates from 54 countries.

So proud to be Canadian!

Mounted Officers from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary led the parade.

Officers from Trinidad and Tobago on parade.

Winnipeg MP takes the Journey with IAWP

Winnipeg Member of Parliament Joy Smith helped open day of the Journey to the Edge - 50th Annual IAWP Training Conference in St. John's when she spoke of her work in combating human trafficking.  Joy Smith is well know in Canada for her historical work to create legislation to help law enforcement fight this crime.  She is also the "mom of a cop" and knows all too well the challenges we face in policing.

The first day proved to be another tremendous day of professional development.  Region 11 Coordinator, Leanne Fitch, informed me that the "First time to IAWP" session hosted 70 delegates for the session.  And everyone I talked with this morning was speaking highly of (retired) General Hillier keynote address on leadership.

Stay tuned tomorrow for updates on the Annual IAWP Awards Luncheon...and....IAWP 2014 hospitality night!

Good night from the rock!

The Journey has begun!

Sorry Folks...I have am a few days behind in my IAWP 2012 updates.  I arrived here in St. John's, Newfoundland on Thursday, September 6th and we have been busy ever since. 

The Board of Directors met on Friday and Saturday with our very own (Region 12) First Vice President Margaret Shorter chair of the meetings.  IAWP President Jane Townsley has been with the 2012 Olympics so Marg stepped in, doing a splendid job.  Jane arrived late yesterday, making it here in time to take part in the Opening Ceremonies and Parade of Nations.

And speaking of the Parade of Nations...truly amazing! 

I came here with full intentions of posting lots of pics...but forgot my battery charger.  I hope to have that issues solved by tomorrow so be sure to check back for further updates.

Well done to the 2012 Committee!  And Happy 50th Conference everyone!