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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 will...
Province supports PEI Ground Search and Rescue
2021-03-10
New equipment will help Prince Edward Island Ground Search and Rescue improve search and rescue efforts across the province. The Province is providing a one-time grant of $100,000 to purchase new safety equipment, kayaks, trailers and replacement vehicles to help support the important work that...
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...
Province partners with the Atlantic Police Academy on new training program
2021-01-08
Islanders looking for a new career opportunity in correctional services will soon be able to take an accelerated and subsidized program at the Atlantic Police Academy in Slemon Park, Summerside. Students will learn about crisis management, intervention and de-escalation, workplace health and safety...
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...
Electronic proof of automobile insurance available in Prince Edward Island
2020-12-16
Island drivers can now access and present proof of their vehicle insurance digitally. Electronic proof of automobile insurance means insurance providers can send drivers a digital version of the certificate of automobile insurance, commonly known as the pink card. The digital pink card will be an...
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 Counsel...