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…
December 24, 2020
Once a week during December, the Department of Justice and Public Safety is issuing a Public Advisory to ensure residents keep fire safety top-of-mind as they celebrate the holidays. The ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety campaign is all…
December 21, 2020
The following statement was issued today by the Honourable Steve Crocker, Minister of Justice and Public Safety: This is a tough day for a lot of people. I offer my condolences and deepest sympathies to the family and friends of…
December 21, 2020
The Provincial Government is monitoring forecast information on an approaching weather system anticipated to affect the province beginning tonight (Monday, December 21) and continuing into tomorrow (Tuesday, December 22). Rainfall warnings have been issued for the island of Newfoundland and…
December 17, 2020
The Department of Justice and Public Safety is providing tips on how to protect yourself and your family this holiday season through its ‘Tis the Season to Practice Fire Safety campaign. Sitting around a fireplace with ‘Chestnuts Roasting on an…
December 16, 2020
The following statement was issued today by Lloyd M. Strickland, Director of Public Prosecutions: “Any allegation of political interference with the exercise of prosecutorial discretion is a serious accusation and an affront to the integrity of Public Prosecutions and the…
