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New integrated set of standards for policing
2016-12-13
A new common set of standards for policing will provide an integrated approach to community safety across Prince Edward Island. A total of 10 recommendations from the recently completed Crime Prevention and Policing Service Model Review will be implemented over the next 12 to18 months and...
Inquest announced in death of Catherine Shirley Gillis
2016-12-07
Chief Coroner Dr. Desmond Colohan announced that an inquest will be held in the death of Catherine Shirley Gillis. Ms. Gillis, 69, died by suicide at Hillsborough Hospital on February 14, 2010. The inquest will examine the events surrounding Ms. Gillis’ death. The jury may make recommendations...
Queen’s Counsel appointments named
2016-12-06
Two distinguished Prince Edward Island lawyers have earned the prestigious Queen’s Counsel designation for 2016. “I am pleased to announce that Catherine Chaisson and Lisa Goulden have been selected as the 2016 appointments to Queen’s Counsel,” said Premier Wade MacLauchlan, minister of Justice and...
Address signs should be visible, in good repair
2016-12-05
Emergency responders can’t help you if they can’t find you, so it’s important to ensure your civic addresses signs are visible and in good repair. Having the civic address clearly visible can save precious minutes in an emergency. Take time to relocate or replace signs if necessary. In rural...
Safe places provided for supervised child visits
2016-11-23
A new supervised access and exchange program will provide safe spaces for children of separated or divorced parents. Government is partnering with CHANCES and PEI Family Resource Centres to provide safe and neutral places for children to be picked up or to spend time with a parent. There are now...
Replace smoke alarms every 10 years
2016-10-07
Fire Prevention Week is October 9 to 15 and the province’s fire marshal reminds Islanders to replace their smoke alarms every 10 years. “Working smoke alarms save lives, but most people don’t realize they need to replace their smoke alarm if it is more than 10 years old,” said provincial Fire...
Report card on criminal justice system
2016-09-22
The following is a statement from Premier Wade MacLauchlan, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General., A new report recognizing Prince Edward Island as having the top criminal justice system in Canada is a reminder of the access to justice we enjoy as a province and a testament to...
New technology helps Islanders with hearing loss communicate with 911
2016-08-23
Islanders who have hearing loss or speech impairments will soon be able to use Text with 911 for emergency services. “Text with 911 technology can help deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired Islanders communicate with 911 operators through text message,” said Premier Wade MacLauchlan, minister...
Improving Access to Services for Victims of Crime in PEI
2016-08-08
Crime can have devastating impact on victims. As a just society, it is important that the necessary supports and services are available to respond to the immediate and ongoing needs of victims, survivors, their families and their communities. Today, Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for...
Statement on medical assistance in dying by Premier Wade MacLauchlan and Health and Wellness Minister Robert Henderson
2016-06-09
We are committed to providing Islanders with safe end-of-life care with the utmost compassion and dignity. Individuals seeking medical assistance in dying are legally able to do so in Canada. The Supreme Court provided a deadline of June 6, 2016 for the federal parliament to adopt legislation to...