Emergencies can be very stressful but if you take the time now to prepare, you and your family will be better able to cope. Learn how quick and easy it is to become prepared to face a range of emergencies, anytime, anywhere. Download your personal emergency planning guide to help...
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 their community. You must complete basic courses before you can register for advanced courses. Course material will be e-mailed to you within a week of registration for the self-study programs. When are courses available? PEI Emergency Measures Organization offers training courses throughout the year. You will need to indicate the name and date of...
Supporting Island Families - Halloween can be fun for everyone if safety is top of mind. While Prince Edward Island law enforcement will be on patrol on Halloween next Tuesday (October 31) to keep Islanders safe, they are also reminding everyone about steps they can take. These...
The All Hazards Emergency Plan is the basic coordination plan for response to all types of non-routine emergency within the Province.
Wellington fire chief James Ryan knows that when a fire spreads quickly through a home, a safe fire escape plan can make all the difference. This Fire Prevention Week - October 8 to 14 - Prince Edward Island fire chiefs are sharing their experiences to highlight this year’s...
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 operation of the 911 service. Do I need a civic address? Yes. Not only is it required by law, but it is extremely important to display your civic number so that emergency responders can easily see it, day or night. How do I obtain a civic address for a new construction? If you don’t have a building permit, you must first apply for a building permit...
The men and women who protect Canada’s natural resources, including Prince Edward Island conservation officers, gathered recently in Stanley Bridge . The theme of the conference was officer safety and training officers to meet both old and new challenges. While visiting the...
Peter Mellish understands better than most the importance of following the rules when riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) in Prince Edward Island. The PEI ATV Federation president says spring is the time of year when riders return to the outdoors and support local businesses in...
Being ready for an emergency doesn’t mean spending a lot of extra money – especially when you compare it to the potential cost of not being ready if a power outage, hurricane, or a long snow storm hits. A 72-hour emergency preparedness kit can begin with what is already in your...
The final report of the Crime Prevention and Policing Services Review is a compilation of phases 1 and 2 along with feedback from the stakeholders.