The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary’s jurisdiction is expanding to Massey Drive and Mount Moriah effective tomorrow (Thursday, February 1, 2024) at 12:01 a.m.
There is no change to 9-1-1 services. As always, dial 9-1-1 in case of emergency.
Residents with ongoing matters should continue to engage the police agency currently handling their file, unless notified directly that a file transfer has occurred. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police will continue to manage ongoing files in Massey Drive and Mount Moriah that were reported to the agency prior to February 1, 2024.
In August 2023, the Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, announced that the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary would be expanding its jurisdiction in western Newfoundland. Additional phases of jurisdiction expansion will occur throughout 2024.
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador thanks the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for its years of dedication and commitment to the residents of Massey Drive and Mount Moriah. Together with communities, both police agencies, and the Government of Canada, the Provincial Government is working effectively and efficiently to ensure all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians feel safe and secure.
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“The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary has served the residents of Corner Brook for over 30 years and will now begin policing Massey Drive and Mount Moriah. The Provincial Government has worked to ensure residents receive a smooth transition of professional policing services. Despite this expansion, there is no change to 9-1-1 services, and always dial 9-1-1 in case of emergency.”
Honourable John Hogan, KC
Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General
“This is an exciting time for our organization and, in particular, our dedicated officers who work in the Corner Brook region. We are very much looking forward to building on the existing relationships we have with the communities of Massey Drive and Mount Moriah as we work to enhance policing services and increase public safety for area residents.”
Chief Patrick R. Roche
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
“I am very pleased to see the beginning of this planned expansion of service by the RNC and look forward to the expansion to other communities this year.”
Scott Reid
MHA for St. George’s – Humber
“Massey Drives welcomes the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary to our community. With their resources already in our immediate area, this transition makes sense for our residents. Thank you to the team at the RCMP for providing exemplary service over the years.”
Don Brown
Mayor, Town of Massey Drive
“While the Town of Mount Moriah is delighted to welcome members of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary to our community, we also acknowledge the years of fine work by the RCMP. This move will serve our town as we grow and develop, and our council looks forward to working with Chief Roche and his team.”
Lisa Duffney
Mayor, Town of Mount Moriah
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