🎙️ Frontline RCMP Officer to Mental Health Advocate | Kandis Hiscock

Send us Fan MailThis episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service features Kandis Hiscock, a 20-year member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police who’s not only served on the frontlines—but helped reshape how policing responds to mental health. 🚨🧠Kandis shares her transition into pioneering the Rural Police and Crisis Team (RPAC), pairing officers with mental health therapists to better support complex calls in the community. She also opens up about the reality of burnout after 5–6 years in the Domestic Violence Unit, and the critical need for time limits and support within specialized roles.Now, Kandis is driving change as a coordinator with Alberta Women in Public Safety and SILA Skills, focusing on peer support, communication, and equipping first responders with tools that actually make a difference.Her message is clear: prioritize your mental health early—because this career will test it.If you’re a woman in public safety—or thinking about it—this is your sign to learn more, get connected, and build your support system.Powerful conversations like this are just the start… we’ve got so many more amazing episodes coming your way. 🎧🔥Learn more about the Edmonton Operational Stress Injury clinic and The Wellness Garage Lifestyle RX program too! 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