Ruth M. DeMone and D. Shannon Farrell are receiving the highest honour in the field of law. “It is an honour to recognize Ruth and Shannon for the excellence they demonstrate in their careers and the significant contributions they have made to our Island communities. They are...
Presiding coroner Dr. Craig Malone confirms today that that the inquest called for the deaths of Danielle White and Olivia Rodd will be postponed due to the evolving COVID-19 situation at the Sir Louis Henry Davies Law Courts. Out of respect for the families involved and an...
The Department of Justice and Public Safety is confirming that court operations in Charlottetown are being adjourned today, including the White and Rodd inquest. A staff member of court services has tested positive for COVID-19, and the case is under investigation. Contact...
Island residents who have experienced sexual violence can share their personal experiences confidentially to help the Province continue its work to develop an adult sexual violence strategy. The Coordinated Response to Adult Sexual Violence Taskforce is conducting an ongoing...
The Province, in partnership with the Atlantic Police Academy (APA), is once again offering Islanders the opportunity to pursue a career in correctional services at a reduced cost. The five-month accelerated correctional services program will provide 12 students with skills and...
Impaired Driving Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs is illegal, dangerous and can be life altering. It is a criminal offence to drive, or have care or control of a vehicle while your ability to drive is impaired by alcohol or drugs. Most of us understand this, however...
In partnership with the Atlantic Police Academy (APA), the six-month Correctional Officer Training Program will develop 12 students’ skills and knowledge on intervention and de-escalation strategies, crisis management, Canadian law, ethics and professionalism, workplace health and safety, as well as topics specific to correctional services. The program will begin August 18, 2025, and will include 17 weeks of course work and a seven-week on-the-job training component at Island correctional centres. This program is made available through the Canada-PEI Labour Market Development Agreement and...
Island firefighters can access free taxi service to get them home safely after responding to an emergency event. The PEI Fire Ride Program, administered by the PEI Firefighter Association (PEIFFA), is a one-time $15,000 fund to cover full taxi fares for any Island firefighter to...