First openly transgender officer.

Miles Glazier is the first openly trans officer in the Toronto Police Service.

The 26-year-old tells Audra Brown about his journey to self acceptance, and following his dream of becoming a police officer.

“My depression and anxiety was through the roof,” he said, remembering when he wasn’t sure how to handle what he was feeling.

Assigned female at birth, the 26-year-old said he didn’t feel comfortable in his own body, grappling with his gender identity.

“I struggled a long time to repress it,” he said.

Worried Glazier would never be able to pursue his passion for policing, he said he sought help.

“For me it was a therapist. You need support -- it’s all about support,” he explained.

Is this the NEW N O R M A L

That self-care turned into self-love, and eight years later Glazier’s

acceptance of himself seemingly paid off.

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