Chilliwack-area RCMP officers connect with local youth at 1st annual Fishing With a Cop event

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RCMP Constable Bradley Holditch speaks with local students.

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Cst. Holditch has worked closely with Seabird Island Community School for the past two years, supporting school programs, cultural events, and youth initiatives, including D.A.R.E.

During recent conversations, students identified fishing as an activity they were interested in doing with police officers.

A local student proudly shows off the fish she caught earlier this week in Abbotsford. (Image Credit: Upper Fraser Valley RCMP/Indigenous Policing Services.)

“We have ongoing activities like paddling, soccer, and dodgeball that we do with kids but it was great to see the students show interest in fishing. It’s important part of their culture and it’s also something I am personally passionate about and often talk about with students, so it felt like a great fit when the idea came up,” Cst. Holditch said. 

Transportation was provided by the school, and school staff members were on hand to support supervision and student safety throughout the day. UFVRD IPS members supported instruction and engagement during the event.

The initiative aligns with UFVRD Indigenous Policing Services’ commitment to relationship building, youth engagement, and community-based policing. Events like Fishing with a Cop help reinforce positive connections between police and youth through shared experiences.

An RCMP officer from Indigenous Policing Services joined students in catching fish. (Image Credit: Upper Fraser Valley RCMP/Indigenous Policing Services.)

UFVRD Indigenous Policing Services expressed gratitude and appreciation to both Seabird Island Community School and Silverbrook Fish Farm for their support.

“Making this happen was a true team effort and we’re grateful that this was such a positive experience for everyone,” Cst. Holditch said.  “It was great to see the kids try something new, spend time outdoors, and enjoy the day together.”