Public Safety
Call 911 to report a fire, report a crime, or save a life.
911
The 911 Administration Office is responsible for the province’s Emergency 911 (call answer/transfer) System under the Emergency 911 Act.
What happens when I call 911?
The 911 call-taker...
The Police Commissioner of Prince Edward Island is an independent statutory office with a mission to investigate and resolve public complaints of unprofessional conduct against police, other than RCMP, in a timely, fair, reasonable, and impartial manner...
If you require a civic address but not a building permit, you can fill out the on-line form below to obtain your civic address.
The 911 Administration Office also maintains the provincial civic addressing database which is very important for the...
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...
In 2016, nearly 200 police partners and many Islanders participated in a review of Prince Edward Island's police services by consultants Perivale + Taylor. It was the first such review in 40 years.
A total of 10 recommendations from the Crime Prevention...
You must have a Domestic Burning Permit if you intend to burn compostable debris such as grass, brush and other woody vegetation on your property.
The permit can only be issued to the owner of the property. Once the permit is approved, the permit...
The PEI Emergency Measures Organization offers emergency management training for individuals and groups who may be called upon to respond to an emergency in their community. One-day and multi-day courses scheduled throughout the year cover topics such as...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Are you a victim of a scam? if you have given money or personal information to a scam, call local police for advice.
Perhaps you are not a scam victim but have received a phone call, text or email that you think is a scam. If you aren't a victim, there...
A fire closure order, issued under the Fire Prevention Act, prohibits open fires in Prince Edward Island.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there a ban (fire closure order) in place?
The ban on outdoor burning is in place to keep volunteer and...
Call 911 to report a fire, report a crime or save a life.
To report a marine pollution incident to the Coast Guard call 1-800-565-1633.
To report a wildlife related enforcement matter after normal office hours call (902) 368-4884 or visit...
Call 911 to report a fire, report a crime or save a life.
The Policing Services section is responsible for administering the Police Act and works with policing partners to meet the needs for effective and efficient police services in Prince Edward...
You can register online for emergency management training courses offered through the PEI Emergency Measures Organization. Training programs are offered to help individuals and organizations prepare for and effectively manage emergency situations in...
Conservation officers patrol Island highways, seashores, farmlands, and wildlife areas to preserve and protect the province’s wildlife and natural environment.
What violations are reported to a conservation officer?
You can report incidents of...
Emergency measures staff and partners continue to coordinate disaster recovery efforts.
Disaster Financial Assistance
The Provincial Disaster Financial Assistance Program is available to help Islanders with costs to repair or replace uninsurable,...