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Storm Response
2024-08-14
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...
How to be Prepared for an Emergency
2024-08-09
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.
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Prince Edward Island Bridge Model
2024-07-25
The Prince Edward Island Bridge model brings service providers together to offer programs and support to Islanders who are at very high risk of harm occurring soon.
The service providers come from a number of government and non-government agencies. They meet around a Situation...
Extreme Weather Safety
2024-06-19
Call 911 to report a crime, report a fire or save a life.
Before or during an extreme weather event, pay attention to local media broadcasts and follow instructions from local officials.
Hurricane or tropical storm
Hurricanes and tropical storms are violent weather systems which can change...
Emergency Measures Organization
2024-05-16
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 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...
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...
Text with 911
2023-07-04
Islanders who have hearing loss or speech impairments can use Text with 9-1-1 for emergency services.
What is required to use the Text with 911 service?
You need an active wireless subscription and supported cell phone to use the Text with 911 service (T9-1-1). You are ...
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...