HOME / DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS AND SERVICES / ISLANDERS AND FAMILIES /

Family Violence Prevention

In Prince Edward Island, the Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention works closely with police, municipalities, and community organizations to address a variety of issues related to violence within families and communities, including domestic violence, child abuse, and elder abuse. It provides support to crisis centres, sponsors workshops and training sessions, offers public education, and is involved in developing policy/protocols related to services to victims of family violence.

The Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention is a 23-member committee, first appointed by the Premier in 1995 to implement a five-year strategy on family violence prevention. The committee consists of representatives from community groups and government departments.

Related Legislation:

The Victims of Family Violence Act is online as a PDF document.

General Contact Information