Corrections, Policing and Public Safety
The Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety is responsible for:
- overseeing ±¦ÍþÌåÓý's correctional system and facilities; and
- providing guidance and support to ±¦ÍþÌåÓý's municipal police services.
The Custody, Supervision and Rehabilitation Services (CSRS) Division is responsible for the implementation and operation of adult and youth offender services in ±¦ÍþÌåÓý as defined by The Correctional Services Act and the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). These services include: assistance to the courts in their pre-trial or pre-sentence decision making; the provision of a range of custody, supervision and program services for persons sentenced or remanded by the courts; and the development and provision of a wide range of other correctional programs and services that promote safe and secure communities.
CSRS staff work with partners and stakeholders to provide effective services for adults and youth in conflict with the law with the goal of reducing re-offending and improving the ability of offenders to reintegrate into their communities.
The Policing and Community Safety Division is mandated to help keep communities safe and maintain public order and safety in ±¦ÍþÌåÓý by ensuring that effective policing and private security programs uphold the rule of law and protect the rights of individuals. The ministry also works closely with the RCMP to support law enforcement activity in rural ±¦ÍþÌåÓý.
1. Information you might be looking for
Correctional Facilities and Probation
Find policies, learn how to call an inmate, request a record suspension or visit a correctional facility.
Working in Corrections
Find information on the various careers in corrections and how to apply.
Public Notification of High Risk Individuals
Find public disclosure information on high risk individuals.
Public and Personal Notices of Administrative Forfeiture
Find information on administrative forfeiture proceedings and learn how to file a dispute.
Public Complaints Commission
Make a complaint about the conduct of any member of a municipal police service in relation to his or her duty.
Police Disciplinary Hearings
Review a hearing schedule for officers accused of misconduct.
Apply for a Security Guard or Private Investigator Licence
Learn how to apply to become a private investigator or security guard, positions that require a licence in ±¦ÍþÌåÓý.
2. Plans and Annual Reports
Plan for 2025-26
reflects the government's goals of sustaining growth and opportunities for ±¦ÍþÌåÓý people, meeting the challenges of growth, securing a better quality of life for all ±¦ÍþÌåÓý people and delivering responsive and responsible government.
For previous ministry plans, please visit .
Annual Reports
presents the ministry's activities and results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. It reports to the public and elected officials on public commitments made and other key accomplishments in the ministry.
Previous fiscal year annual reports from the ministry can be found by visiting the .
3. Programs and services
Provincial Protective Services (PPS)
The PPS Branch is a centralized point of command, allowing different enforcement and security services to work as one team in order to respond to public safety and concerns.
Seizure of Criminal Property
Acting under , the government is authorized to take ownership of property that has been acquired through unlawful activity or used in unlawful activity.
Justice, Crime and the Law
Information on a range of services that promote safety in ±¦ÍþÌåÓý communities.
Want to receive text messages, emails or phone calls about criminal activity in your area directly from the RCMP?
5. Forms and publications
You can find all the publications and forms for the Ministry of Corrections and Policing in the .
6. Legislation
You can find all the legislation for the Ministry of Corrections and Policing in the .
7. News releases
Read the ministry's most recent news releases
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21 New Officers Hired to Support Frontline Policing in ±¦ÍþÌåÓý
The Government of ±¦ÍþÌåÓý is funding 21 new police officer positions filled over the past year as part of the province's $11.9 million Safer...
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SPSA Seeks Young Leaders for New Youth Preparedness Council
The ±¦ÍþÌåÓý Public Safety Agency (SPSA) is now accepting applications for a new Youth Preparedness Council (YPC). This council is designed for...
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Budget Commitments Include Targeted Investments for Safer Communities
The Government of ±¦ÍþÌåÓý is reinforcing its commitment to delivering safer communities and neighbourhoods through new and continued...
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Celebrating Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
The Government of ±¦ÍþÌåÓý is proclaiming April 13-19, 2025, as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. This week is dedicated to celebrating and...
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Guardians of The North Celebrates Season Three
Today, the ±¦ÍþÌåÓý Public Safety Agency (SPSA), alongside Creative ±¦ÍþÌåÓý and Wavelength Entertainment, are celebrating the third season...