About Us

The objective of the Association is to encourage and develop the co-operation of its members as a management association for the purpose of leading the development of policing in Manitoba and representing police leadership to the people, Minister of Justice and the Government of Manitoba.

The goals of the Association are:

  • To identify and promote the highest standards of ethics and professional policing practice in the conduct of public policing in Manitoba.
  • To encourage the professional development of members, acknowledging that enhanced skills in public administration policy development, applied leadership and community development will create more effective Chiefs of Police.
  • To establish a forum for members characterized by fellowship, trust, co-operation and liaison.
  • To support the work of, and maintain a direct relationship with, the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police.

Our Current Board Executive

Assistant Commissioner
President, MACP
Scott McMurchy

Chief – Winnipeg Police Service
Vice President, MACP
Gene Bowers

Director of Campus Safety and Security Services – U of M
Director, MACP
G.T (Gord) Perrier

Gord Perrier, is a 30-year career professional who has directed both strategic and operational functions, including, crisis management and field operations including investigations within a major Canadian police service. He currently serves as the Director of Campus Safety and Security for the University of Manitoba and is responsible for emergency preparedness, security response and numerous risk reduction practices.

Gord began his career with the Winnipeg Police Service as a Special Constable in 1992 serving in the Forensic Services Unit. In 1994, he transitioned to uniform operations as a Police Constable. Starting in 1998 he worked extensively as an investigator municipally, provincially, and nationally in a variety of units or joint force special projects including major crimes, organized crime, financial crime, and professional standards. He was also seconded to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for four years to lead investigations involving organized crime, money laundering and proceeds of crime on a national and international level.

Gord served as Deputy Chief of Police for five years and previously led both major criminal investigative divisions as a command officer. He also represented Manitoba on the National Policing Advisory Committee for several years.  

He is the founding director of Winnipeg’s Child Advocacy Centre, a non-profit corporation that works with several government agencies, including the police, to gather evidence in support of child maltreatment prosecutions. Gord has appeared and made submissions to both the Canadian Senate and House of Commons to address offender sentencing and human trafficking.   

He holds a master’s degree in leadership and management from Charles Sturt University in Australia and is a graduate of the Canadian Police College, Executive Development Program. He holds a senior professional certification from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-SCP) and is the recipient of the Province of Manitoba Law Enforcement Medal of Excellence, the Canadian Exemplary Police Service Medal and is a Member of the Canadian Order of Merit of the Police Forces.   

Director of Finance
Secretary Treasurer, MACP
Tara Holowka

Executive Director, MACP
Jim Mirza

Superintendent (Ret.) Jim Mirza served over 33 years with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, leading with a strong focus on evidence-based policing, community well-being, and organizational excellence. His career included key leadership roles in operations command, operational strategy, employee relations, critical incident command, and executive oversight across Manitoba and Nunavut. He is a believer in championing mental health initiatives, Indigenous partnerships, equity-driven practices, and advancing modern policing approaches. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology, is a graduate with honours in Human Resources, and completed a Master’s degree in International Police Leadership. He remains a committed mentor and advocate for public safety and transformational leadership.

Support Staff

Accountant Technician
Tamara Hall

Administrative Support
Michelle Cooke