March 18, 2021
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on an approaching weather system anticipated to affect parts of the province beginning tonight (Thursday, March 18) and continuing through Friday. Environment Canada is warning of heavy rain across much of the island…
March 11, 2021
Mr. James Igloliorte, Commissioner of the Inquiry Respecting Ground Search and Rescue for Lost and Missing Persons, has been preparing for the operation of the public inquiry. Today, Mr. Igloliorte is pleased to announce the appointment of Geoffrey Budden as…
February 18, 2021
Out of an abundance of caution the inmate and staff population at Her Majesty’s Penitentiary (HMP) are being tested for COVID-19. The Department of Justice and Public Safety was made aware yesterday evening (Wednesday, February 17) that a close contact…
February 10, 2021
The following statement was issued today by Lloyd M. Strickland, Director of Public Prosecutions: “The Crown will be appealing the recent decision that led to an acquittal for Nicholas Villeneuve. Mr. Villeneuve had been charged with two counts of impaired…
February 2, 2021
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on an approaching weather system anticipated to affect the province beginning tomorrow and continuing throughout the day. Environment Canada has advised that a deep low pressure system will pass west of the island…
February 1, 2021
Under section 13.5 of the Fatalities Investigations Act, the Minister of Justice and Public Safety is required, within 60 days after receiving a report from the Child Death Review Committee (CDRC), to make public those recommendations relating to: Relevant protocols,…
January 28, 2021
The Provincial Government is encouraging residents to be cautious around coastlines in the coming days. Environment Canada has advised that high waves, pounding surf and higher than normal water levels are expected to continue across the northeast and east coasts…
January 22, 2021
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on a weather system that is anticipated to affect southeastern Labrador. Heavy snowfall and high winds are anticipated to begin this afternoon (Friday, January 22) and persist through the weekend. Accumulations between 50…
January 14, 2021
The Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, will be joined by former Provincial Court Judge James Igloliorte to discuss the nature, scope and mechanisms of the Inquiry into Ground Search and Rescue for Lost and Missing Persons…
December 31, 2020
‘What Are You Doing this New Year’s Eve?’ If your plans include fireworks than the Department of Justice and Public Safety has some tips to protect yourself and your family. Using fireworks is an exciting way to ring in the…
