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Fire Marshals Office
2024-03-25
The Prince Edward Island Fire Marshals Office administers the Fire Prevention Act and Regulations, and the Long Service Medal Act.
What is the role of the Fire Marshals Office?
The mission of the Fire Marshals Office is to prevent loss of life and property for those that live, work and visit...
Storm Response
2024-03-21
The PEI Emergency Measures Organization works closely with government departments, communities and partner agencies to coordinate preparedness, response and recovery for severe events throughout Prince Edward Island. Here, you will find helpful contacts and information to help you stay safe and...
Reception Centres
2024-02-27
A reception (warming) centre may open for people to gather during an emergency.
Reception centres may need to quickly adjust operating hours and services offered. Every effort is made to provide up to date information.
If you have a need for assistance, please contact your municipal...
How to be Prepared for an Emergency
2024-01-15
Call 911 to report a fire, report a crime or save a life.
Emergencies can be very stressful but if you take the time now to prepare, you and your family will be better able to cope. Learn how quick and easy it is to become prepared to face a range of emergencies, anytime, anywhere.
Download your...
Coroner
2023-08-01
What is the coroner's role?
The coroner is a medical doctor who is responsible for investigating sudden or suspicious deaths or cases where the cause of death is unknown. The chief coroner is responsible for overseeing death investigations in the province under the Coroners Act.
The duties and...
Firearms Office
2023-06-08
Private investigators and security guards
The PEI Firearms Office administers the Private Investigators and Security Guards Act. Under the Act, anyone who provides, or works as, a private investigator or security guard must hold a valid license.
Application for a Private Investigator...
Recreational Campfires
2023-06-07
Recreational campfires are currently allowed, with permission of the property owner and subject to local bylaws.
Under certain conditions, fire closure orders may prohibit recreational campfires due to high risk of wildfire. Notice will be posted here if a fire closure order is in effect.
If...
Emergency Measures Organization
2023-06-02
The purpose of emergency management is to save lives, preserve the environment and protect property and the economy. Under the authority of the Emergency Measures Act, the Prince Edward Island Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) is responsible to coordinate and manage emergency management...
Fire Prevention Resources
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/justice-and-public-safety/fire-prevention-resources
2023-05-31
In case of fire, get everyone out of the house immediately and call 911 from a safe location. Do not re-enter the house for any reason.
Most fires are caused by human carelessness and are both predictable and preventable. The loss of lives and property can be significantly reduced by following...
Emergency Management Training Courses
2023-02-16
The PEI Emergency Measures Organization offers emergency management training for individuals and groups who may be called upon to respond to an emergency in their community. One-day and multi-day courses scheduled throughout the year cover topics such as basic emergency management, mitigating and...