Last weekend was filled with incredible accomplishments, perseverance, and pride! Despite the rain and wind, these students crossed the Great Trek finish line with smiles! For many younger students, it was their first 10km race! Thanks #RunVan and @VanPoliceFnd for your support!

We started our Thanksgiving morning by volunteering at the Granville Island Turkey Trot! 😃 It was so great to cheer the runners on and give back to the community! Happy Thanksgiving everyone! #VPD Youth #Running Club #RunVan @VancouverPD @VanPoliceFnd @runvancanada

Today, we had an opportunity to watch these students achieve incredible goals and persevere! For many, it was their first half marathon! Way to go everyone! We are so proud of you!! Your effort and hard work definitely paid off! Thanks @vanpolicefnd for your support! #VPD #Youth

VPD Youth Running Club all set for tomorrow’s @VictoriaMarathn! Thanks @ChiefVicPD Wilson for stopping by and for your words of encouragement and inspiration! #VPD #Youth @VancouverPD @VanPoliceFnd @vicpdcanada @VPDYouth

It has been over 8 years since the #VPDYouthRunningClub first started! Students learn important life skills such as perseverance and self-discipline. The club now expanded to help mentor younger elementary students in the community! Thanks VPF for your continued support! ❤️ #VPD

It was so nice to see and catch up with so many Windy alumni who attended this morning’s 8km run! 😀 Happy Sunday everyone! #RunningClub #VPD #Youth #Mentorship @VancouverPD @VanPoliceFnd @VPDRecruiting

My heart is full! It was a pleasure to attend the Windermere graduation! Many of these students have been part of the running club since grade 7. So glad Cst. Mike and I had an opportunity to watch them grow into an amazing leaders in their community! Congrats grads! #Mentorship

Despite a bit of a cold morning, yesterday was a huge success for the DREAM #ballhockey tournament! Many kids were inspired by this experience and said “it was the best day ever”! Thanks to Cst. Agosta, Cst. Spence, and @VanPoliceFnd! #VPD @VancouverPD @VPDYouth

Ran into a former Windi student who thanked me for being his School Liaison Officer back in the day! Him and his friend were inspired and are now pursuing a Policing career. He talked about great things they are doing in the community. I am so proud! This made my day! #VPD

Congratulations to the #VPD Youth Running Club (Windermere) members for completing Half/Full marathon races! These students trained during rain or shine and never gave up! Their perseverance and hard work definitely paid off! Well done everyone! 😀#Running #Goals @VanPoliceFnd

The run started with some rain this morning but ended with sunshine ☀️ What a great effort everyone! #VPD #Youth #RunningClub @VancouverPD @VPDYouth @VanPoliceFnd

Happy Sunday! 😀 We had so much fun challenging each other during our 10 km run! #VPD #Youth #RunningClub @VancouverPD @VanPoliceFnd @VPDYouth

We didn’t let winter freeze 🥶 our motivation this morning! It’s all about willpower and perseverance! I am so proud of these students! 10k to 16k run ✅ 🏃‍♂️🏃🏻‍♀️🏃#VPD #Youth #RunningClub @VanPoliceFnd @VancouverPD @VPDYouth

What a pleasant surprise arrived for me in the mail at work this afternoon! Thank you @QuinnLifshitz for your amazing artwork and bracelets! ❤️ This made my day! 😀 I will definitely share it with my coworkers! #VPD @VancouverPD

Beautiful Sunday morning for a 12km run! We definitely enjoyed the sunshine! ☀️😀#VPD #Youth #RunningClub #Mentorship #MentalHealth @VancouverPD @VanPoliceFnd @VPDYouth

Thanks @VanPoliceFnd and donors for your support of the Food For Families In Need Program! ❤️ This initiative not only provides food and essentials for those who need it most but it also establishes positive interactions and relationships between the community and VPD officers.

A huge thank you to @KintecFootwear for generously providing new running shoes to every participant in the VPD Youth Running Club! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Your support helps these young runners hit the pavement with confidence and comfort, and it’s making a big difference in their lives.

Thanks @KintecFootwear for your generous donation of running shoes to keep us all injury free! ❤️ We are looking forward to using them during our training and upcoming half/full marathon races! 😀 #VPD #Youth #RunningClub #Community @VancouverPD @VanPoliceFnd @VPDYouth

It was a pleasure to drop off some homemade cookies and Christmas cards this evening! Holidays can be tough for many people who are struggling and alone. Let someone know you are thinking of them! ❤️ Merry Christmas! 🎄 #VPD #Community #BeKind @VancouverPD

This past year went by like no other. We continue to grow as a team by challenging and inspiring each other! Warmest wishes for a joyous holiday season and a happy New Year! #VPD #Youth #RunningClub @VancouverPD @VanPoliceFnd @VPDYouth