🎙️ Building a New Badge | Brenda Tunke and the Grande Prairie Police Service

Send us Fan MailThis episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service features Brenda Tunke, whose career journey is anything but ordinary. From working security in Britain, to joining the Edmonton Police Service in 2008, transitioning into a peace officer role with MD Greenview, and now becoming the first female—and 8th member—of the Grande Prairie Police Service, Brenda is truly helping build a police service from the ground up. 🚔🔥 We dive into her decision to leave EPS to return to her rural roots and prioritize family, and what it’s been like stepping into a brand-new organization with a fresh vision for policing. Brenda also shares her key role in launching GPPS recruiting—already bringing in multiple classes of new hires—and what they’re really looking for in applicants. Her advice? Show up with a strong work ethic. Whether it’s job history or volunteer experience, consistency matters—and it shows. If you’re a woman curious about a career with the Grande Prairie Police Service, this is your sign to explore, ask questions, and take that first step. More powerful stories, more real conversations—and we’re just getting started. 🎧🔥 Blue Line Fitness Testing is a premier law enforcement fitness testing and training center based in Edmonton. Specializing in helping individuals prepare for the physical demands of a career in law enforcement, we offer comprehensive fitness evaluations, specialized training programs, and classes tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Support the showWant to support this podcast even more! Make a monthly subscription for only $3 a month here! Interested in becoming a first responder? Reach out to learn more! Email - [email protected] Line Fitness TestingFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bluelinefitnesstestingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bluelinefitnesstesting/LinkedIn - Nikki Cloutier