Back to School – Keep our Kids Safe

Charlottetown Police Services would like to welcome all teachers, staff and students back for the 2021-2022 school year.

We would also like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that safety is all islanders responsibility as we make our way to and from schools:

• Motorists, please be mindful of school bus lights as they will once again be transporting our students.
• Allow yourself more time as traffic will become more congested during school hours.
• Pay close attention to crosswalks there is sure to be an increase in student traffic in and around roadways.
• Students, please use caution as you cross streets and use the designated crossing areas, motorists may not be expecting you to cross between vehicles or non designated areas.

We want everyone to have a safe return to school as we get back into the swing of another school year.

Charlottetown Police Services wishes all a great start to the 2021-2022 school year.

 

After a nationwide search, the City of Charlottetown has named Brad MacConnell the new Chief of the Charlottetown Police Services.

Chief MacConnell was sworn in at an official ceremony held in Council Chambers at City Hall on Monday, August 30, 2021. The Honourable Nancy L. Key administered the oath, and Mayor Philip Brown and the Honourable Bloyce Thompson, Minister of Justice, presented Chief MacConnell with the Governor General Exemplary Police Service 30-Year Medal in recognition of his decades of service as a Police Officer.

“We are incredibly proud to announce Brad MacConnell as the new Chief of Police for the Charlottetown Police Services,” said Mayor Philip Brown. “Brad is a seasoned officer who understands our city, our community and our police force. We expect his passion for community-based policing will continue in his new role as Chief of Police. On behalf of Council, I wish to congratulate our new Chief of Police, Brad MacConnell,” said Mayor Brown.

Chief MacConnell joined the Charlottetown Police Services in 1995, after serving five years with the Canadian Armed Forces Military Police. During his 26-year tenure with the Charlottetown Police Services, Chief MacConnell has served in several roles, including Patrol Constable, Detective Constable with both the Street Crime Unit and the Major Crimes Unit, Detective Sergeant in charge of Major Crimes, and since 2016 as Deputy Chief of Police. Chief MacConnell was a co-recipient of the Premier’s Crime Prevention award for his work with the Loki 7 Task Force.

Chief MacConnell attended Dalhousie University and the Canadian Police College, where he received a Certificate of Police Leadership and completed the Senior Police Administration course, respectively. Chief MacConnell has also received the Canadian Police Association Award of Excellence for bravery and the Police Exemplary Service Medal.

“Chief MacConnell exemplifies the best of our Charlottetown Police Services and has been instrumental in the modernization and implementation of new technologies within the department,” said Councillor Greg Rivard, Chair of the Protective and Emergency Services Committee. “With his extensive experience and leadership skills, I know that Chief MacConnell will continue to build upon the legacy of exceptional performance and responsible police work we expect from our Police Services. On behalf of the Protective and Emergency Services Committee, congratulations Chief MacConnell,” concluded Rivard.

Chief MacConnell lives in Charlottetown with his wife Kerrilee and their three children, Morgan, Hannah, and Brad.

 

Cst Tim Keizer and Cst Dale Johnson dropped into the Inner City Life Skills Camp founded by Lenny Serois over 33 years ago. The Charlottetown Police Service are proud supports of the camp that provides Charlottetown youth with a fun filled confidence building environment using activity and heathy lifestyle as the main focus.

On Sat Aug 7 2021 Cst Tim Keizer and police outreach youth worker Jane Wood had the pleasure of addressing both youth and their parent of the dangers of cyber bullying. In  a later session police spoke to the realities of online frauds. Special thanks to Tammy Rayner for organizing the event Tammy is the deployment programming/ community engagement coordinator for the PEI Military Family Resource Centre.

The Charlottetown Police Services needs your help to name our new mascot. The contest is open to children 12 years of age or younger and will be received Until August 18th, 2021 at 4:00 PM. Entries may be dropped off at the Charlottetown Police Services Headquarters at 10 Kirkwood Drive or emailed to policemascot@Charlottetown.ca. Children are encouraged to colour their submission, but it is not required for entry. GOOD LUCK!

Click HERE to open the printable submission form.

Charlottetown Police Services recently had the pleasure to lead the PEI Antique Car Club parade through four different long-term care facilities in Charlottetown.  A big thank you to Rudy Croken and members of the Antique Car Club.  The parade saw fourteen antique vehicles including the 1952 Dodge Police Cruiser.  The residents truly enjoyed seeing the antique vehicles drive by.

Charlottetown Polices Services Community Action Team participated in the annual Stars for Life BarBQ meet and greet on Wednesday July 21st.

Stars for Life Foundation was established in 2002.  Its mission is committed to creating quality of life for people with autism spectrum disorder.

Charlottetown Police Services would like to inform the public of new Power-assisted Bicycle Legislation that came into effect on July 10, 2021.

The e-bike market has grown by leaps and bounds around the world and Prince Edward Island is no exception. The rising popularity of e-bikes, and the larger cargo e-bikes, has raised concerns about the safety of these vehicles and their close proximity with pedestrians and vulnerable road users.

For more information, you can find a Q&A form HERE and you can review the regulations under the Highway Traffic Act HERE, or you can check out the PEI Government website – www.gov.pe.ca

Cst MacKay was guest speaker at last nights Special Olympics PEI Enriching Lives Gala.  Cst MacKay has been involved with Special Olympics for many years.  She holds this organization near and dear to her heart and has formed a special friendship with athlete Erin Pippy.   During this years Gala, Cst MacKay and Erin spoke about their friendship and strong bond that’s developed over the years.  The Gala was a huge success and raised over $232,000 dollars.

Charlottetown Police Services have received a significant $1300 dollar donation from Mr. Earl Foster, representative from the Charlottetown Y’s Men Club.  The Healthy Me program was developed in 2016 by Charlottetown police and student services workers.  It is offered to Elementary School student and focuses on drug abuse and mental health.