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Getting a Marriage License in PEI
You must have a PEI marriage license before you can be married on PEI. How long in advance should I get my marriage license? A marriage license is valid for three months. It will be issued on site so you do not have to wait for it to be processed or delivered to you. How do I get...
New integrated set of standards for policing
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...
Crime Prevention and Policing Services Model Review
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 and Police Service Model...
Inquest announced in death of Catherine Shirley Gillis
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...
Queen’s Counsel appointments named
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...
Address signs should be visible, in good repair
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...
Safe places provided for supervised child visits
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...
Supervised Parenting Time and Exchange Program
What is the Supervised Parenting Time and Exchange Program (SPTEP) The Supervised Parenting Time and Exchange Program is a service provided by the Family Court Conciliation Office. Supervised parenting time provides parenting time between a child and a parent. The parenting time...