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Islanders invited to provide feedback on upcoming legislative changes
2021-10-05
Government is asking Islanders to submit their comments on potential upcoming changes to existing laws in PEI.
As part of the Department of Justice and Public Safety’s mandate to continually modernize provincial legislation, consultation papers on the Notaries and Commissioners Act, International...
Third Option for sexual assault survivors available in Prince Edward Island
2021-05-05
Islanders experiencing sexual violence can request the Third Option in Prince Edward Island.
PEI’s Third Option service is an extension of the current Enhanced Emergency Sexual Assault Services. Survivors of sexual violence who present at an Island hospital emergency room can agree to have...
Chief Coroner’s Office completes autopsy into accidental overdose
2021-04-10
The Chief Coroner’s Office has completed their examination into the sudden death on February 26, 2021.
The evidence previously collected suggested the accidental overdose was related to the consumption of a cannabis product laced with other illicit drugs. However autopsy results demonstrated that...
New program supports families going through divorce
2021-03-25
A new therapeutic family justice program will benefit Island families experiencing separation or divorce.
New Ways for Families® is an innovative program that empowers parents with skills and strategies to manage high conflict situations. The free pilot program is available to Islanders by TM...
Islanders’ opinions wanted on policing services
2021-03-22
Islanders will have the opportunity to share their experiences and provide feedback on provincial police services.
As part of government’s continuous improvement efforts, ADGA was selected through a competitive process to conduct a mid-point evaluation of the 2017 police review. The evaluation...
Province supports PEI Firefighter Association Fire School
2021-01-27
Shannon Dumville, new Chief Training Instructor, is preparing the next generation of Island firefighters from across the province with the education and training fundamentals to keep everyone safe.
The PEIFFA Fire School provides volunteer firefighters and students from Atlantic Police Academy...
Electronic ticketing available in Prince Edward Island
2021-01-25
Island law enforcement officers can now use electronic ticketing technology for their day-to-day operations.
Electronic ticketing, or e-tickets, allows the RCMP, Charlottetown, Kensington and Summerside Police Services to reduce data entry errors and time spent on roadside activities, and will...
Evaluation of Police Review planned for 2021
2020-12-17
The Department of Justice and Public Safety has issued a request for proposal (RFP) to conduct a mid-point evaluation of the 2017 police review.
The police review resulted in 17 recommendations to strengthen crime prevention efforts, such as enhanced coordination of public safety services as well...
Two Islanders receive Queen’s Counsel appointment
2020-12-10
Gary Demeulenaere and Sophie MacDonald are the most recent recipients of the highest honour in the field of law.
“Only those who have demonstrated excellence in their field and who have made important contributions to Island communities and the justice system are considered for the Queen’s...
Government announces new Chief Provincial Court Judge
2020-12-02
Bloyce Thompson, Attorney General of Prince Edward Island, confirms today that Jeffrey E. Lantz has been appointed as the new Chief Judge of the Provincial Court of Prince Edward Island.
“Judge Lantz has been an integral part of the provincial bench for the past 15 years. His dedication to...