The RCMP and P.E.I.

Prince Edward Island is Canada’s smallest province, and is located on the Atlantic Coast in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, just east of the mainland provinces of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Since the opening of the Confederation Bridge in 1997, Prince Edward Island has enjoyed an all-weather, year-round, permanent link to the mainland Province of New Brunswick across the Northumberland Strait. This fixed link is augmented by regularly scheduled air service to Charlottetown, as well as a seasonal ferry service to mainland Nova Scotia.

Prince Edward Island has a key place in Canadian history through hosting the 1864 Conference on Confederation that led to the birth of Canada. The welcoming spirit of Islanders from that time continues today as they graciously share their broad sandy beaches, top-rated golf courses, cultural festivals and green rolling hills with the countless visitors that arrive annually. This picturesque island province can expect an exciting future full of great opportunities, rooted in a strong sense of community and a storied past.

The RCMP is responsible for policing all communities on the Island except the cities of Charlottetown and Summerside, and the Towns of Borden-Carleton and Kensington. It is our privilege to have been the provincial police service since 1932, and today, be responsible for policing nearly 90,000 of the Island’s 140,000 permanent residents, encompassing approximately 95% of the land mass. We also provide federal policing services to all Island citizens.

Community policing services are provided from a Headquarters facility at Charlottetown and three operational districts - Kings, Queens and Prince - through six service centres. Our personnel are committed to the well being of the people of Prince Edward Island, and take great pride in being active citizens of their communities.

PEI’s natural beauty and cultural charms, coupled with the new ease of access provided by the Confederation Bridge, attract between 1.2 and 1.4 million tourists and visitors annually from around the world. This large influx of guests, primarily arriving between June and September, presents unique challenges and pressures in providing policing services. However, through innovative and collaborative programs, strong partnerships with communities and stakeholders, and committed employees, citizen satisfaction levels with police services have been rated the best in the country. This is a tribute to the dedication and commitment of the more than 160 regular members, civilian members and public service employees of “L” Division who strive to ensure a safe and secure environment for residents, and visitors alike.