National Police Week runs from May 15 to May 21, and pays tribute to the work of police officers across Canada.
“National Police Week reminds us to take a moment to appreciate the dedicated men and women who work for our Prince Edward Island police services,” said Premier Wade MacLauchlan. “Police services on Prince Edward Island have a long-standing reputation for excellence and professionalism. I encourage everyone to take a moment this week to pay tribute to Island police officers and thank them for their dedication to keeping Islanders safe.”
Thanks to the work of municipal police forces in Charlottetown, Summerside, and Kensington as well as the officers at UPEI, the Atlantic Police Academy and the RCMP, Islanders are able to live in one of the safest provinces in Canada.
Prince Edward Island is fortunate to have the lowest Violent Crime Severity Index and the second-lowest Crime Severity Index in Canada. We have also seen improvements in highway safety and fewer fatalities on Island roadways over the last 30 years. There are a number of factors related to these improvements, including the dedication shown by our police officers across Prince Edward Island; their training and diligence greatly contributes to PEI having the highest conviction rate in Canada for impaired drivers and ensuring those drivers are kept off Island roadways. Government is committed to continue to work with our law enforcement to improve all aspects of highway safety and crime prevention to help keep Islanders as safe as possible.
National Police Week began in Canada in 1970 as a way to connect with communities and increase awareness about the services that police provide. National Police Week is the perfect moment to highlight the important role that police play in the safety and security of Canada and Canadians, at home and abroad.