PEI's Conservation Officers
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 princeedwardisland.ca/reportpoaching
What do conservation officers do?
PEI's Conservation Officers enforce provincial and federal legislation related to wildlife, natural resources and public safety. They are fully trained law enforcement personnel who have additional education in environmental management. Conservation officers patrol Island highways, seashores, and wild places in an effort to preserve and protect the province’s wildlife and natural environment.
There are six full-time conservation officers, and one seasonal conservation officer. A day in the life of a conservation officer may include any or all of the following:
- responding to public reports or complaints
- monitoring and investigating environmental issues for compliance and due diligence
- patrolling the Confederation Trail
- enforcing laws during fishing/hunting/trapping seasons
- protecting public safety, and
- working with landowners to address high risk environmental threats.
Did you know?
75 per cent of investigations by conservation officers into environmental matters are in response to public complaints.
Illegal dumping
Illegal dumping can hurt the environment, wildlife and communities. It's also illegal and will result in fines. To report illegal dumping, call 902-368-4884. Conservation officers will follow-up on your tip. To learn more about proper disposal of waste, visit Island Waste Management.
How can I contact a conservation officer?
During regular office hours, contact a Conservation Officer in your area. Tips can also be shared online through the report a wildlife violation tool.
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Office Location
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Phone Number
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Charlottetown
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(902) 368-4884
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Montague
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(902) 838-0600
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Queens County
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(902) 368-4884
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Souris
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(902) 687-7000
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Summerside
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(902) 888-8000
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Wellington
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(902) 854-7250
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Activity Reports
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Enforcement Actions Map 2017 [1.2 Mb]
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Act
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2013 charges
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2013 warnings
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2014 charges
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2014 warnings
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2015 charges
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2015 warnings
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2016 charges |
2016 warnings | 2017 charges | 2017 warnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Environmental Protection Act
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55
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51
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39
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33
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41
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35
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26 | 28 | 60 | 44 |
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Wildlife Conservation Act
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22
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45
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17
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20
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12
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21
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15 | 23 | 10 | 20 |
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Migratory Birds Convention Act
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3
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6
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4
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1
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6
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2
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0 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
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Fisheries Act (federal)
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4
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5
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4
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1
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10
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20
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5 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
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Unsightly Property Act
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1
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0
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1
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0
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0
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0
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3 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
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Pesticide Control Act
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9
|
11
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7
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5
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11
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16
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1 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
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Trespass to Property Act |
6
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7
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4
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1
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3
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5
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5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
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Trails Act
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3
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4
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13
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3
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7
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4
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5 | 2 | 7 | 5 |
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Canada Shipping Act
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1
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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- | - | - | - |
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Off Highway Vehicle Act
|
29
|
35
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44
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55
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56
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48
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43 | 31 | 36 | 38 |
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Highway Traffic Act
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8
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6
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8
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4
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12
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2
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14 | 2 | 91 | 19 |
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Fire Prevention Act
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4
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4
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3
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1
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4
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5
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5 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
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Agriculture Crop Rotation Act
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5
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0
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2
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1
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1
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1
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0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Planning Act / Recreation Development Act
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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3
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- | - | - | - |
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Totals
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150
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174
|
145
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128
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167
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159
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123 | 104 | 229 | 136 |
Legislation
Conservation officers enforce the following provincial legislation, all of which are administered by other government departments:
Companion Animal Protection Act / Dog Act
Agricultural Crop Rotation Act
Highway Traffic Act
Conservation officers are also responsible for enforcing federal legislation including the Criminal Code, Fisheries Act (Maritime Provinces Fishery Regulations), Migratory Birds Convention Act, Canada Shipping Act (Small Vessel Regulations), and the Species at Risk Act. You can find information about federal legislation on the Government of Canada website.