The Province is inviting residents to share their opinion on changes to provincial legislation. Through a collaboration between PEI’s Department of Health and Wellness, Health PEI, the Department of Justice and Public Safety and the Chief Coroner’s Office, changes to the PEI...
Islanders can take a behind-the-scenes look at the justice system by attending free public education sessions at the Charlottetown Law Courts. Sessions are November 13, 20 and 27 from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. and include tours of courtrooms, the law library and holding cells...
The Government of Prince Edward Island is inviting parents, guardians and care providers to give feedback on the state of peer-to-peer cyberbullying. The Department of Justice and Public Safety is continuing to make advancements on a provincial mandate item in addressing...
As the Atlantic Hurricane Season continues to be underway, Government is announcing a new investment to help better prepare the province for an emergency event. Atlantic Hurricane Season officially runs from June 1 to November 30. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric...
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...
The Government of Prince Edward Island has partnered with the Canadian Red Cross to continue delivery of the Provincial Disaster Financial Assistance program (PDFAP) for Islanders. The program will provide residents, small businesses and not-for-profit organizations with an...
In Prince Edward Island there are 22 fire departments run by municipalities and 14 departments run by private fire companies. These municipalities and private boards make decisions on the scope, level of service, and budgets of their departments. How can I contact a fire...
Government, public utilities, road crews and municipal partners continue to work together to shift from preparedness to potential recovery efforts across Island communities. Post-tropical storm Teddy continues to impact communities across the province. Islanders are encouraged to...
One Island, one team. That’s the spirit behind PEI Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR), the only single province-wide GSAR team in Canada, made up completely of volunteers. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and tip to tip, the members of PEIGSAR respond in all conditions...