https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/public-safety/news.html Justice and Public Safety News Releases https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0151.html A jury at a coroner’s inquest has made recommendations aimed at improving emergency department services. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 16:18:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0140.html A coroner’s inquest into the death of Darrell Mesheau will be held April 8-11 at the Fredericton Inn, 1315 Regent St. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 12:47:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0125.html New transport truck drivers will be required to take an approved training program before being granted a Class 1 licence, effective April 1. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:58:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0120.html Guilty pleas have been entered by two men facing separate charges related to illegal tobacco and possessing cannabis for the purpose of distribution. Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:18:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0117.html Peace officers with the Department of Justice and Public Safety have arrested two people and seized contraband cannabis and other illegal products from two dispensaries. Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:54:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.03.0113.html The annual River Watch program was launched today to provide New Brunswickers with information on the status of rivers, potential ice jams and other flood issues across the province during the coming weeks. Tue, 12 Mar 2024 13:42:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0109.html New Brunswickers are reminded to move their clocks ahead and change the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors this weekend. Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:52:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0098.html The following statement was issued today by Attorney General Hugh J. Flemming. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:31:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0097.html New Brunswick residents affected by the heavy rainfall on Feb. 28-29 can report related property damage by calling 1-888-298-8555 or by registering online. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0091.html Three adults were removed from a residence at 872 McCavour Dr. in Saint John on Feb. 15 following reports of illegal drug activity. Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:17:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0084.html A jury at a coroner’s inquest has made recommendations to improve safety in high-risk industries. Fri, 23 Feb 2024 16:06:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0075.html More than 82,000 contraband cigarettes were recently seized in the Miramichi region. Fri, 16 Feb 2024 13:51:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0064.html The following statement was issued today by Attorney General Hugh J. Flemming regarding the legal status of certain actions taken under the Family Services Act between Dec. 13, 2023, and Jan. 26, 2024. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 16:18:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0062.html A coroner’s inquest into the death of Louis Gagnon will be held Feb. 20-23 at the Campbellton courthouse, 157 Water St. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 10:57:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0056.html Luc Roy has been appointed as a sitting provincial court judge in Campbellton, Justice Minister Hugh J. Flemming announced today. Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:44:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0053.html New Brunswickers affected by the storm surge on Jan. 10 along the province’s eastern coastline can report property damage by calling the Damage Report Line at 1-888-298-8555 or by registering online. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:27:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.01.0043.html The following statement was issued today by Attorney General Hugh J. Flemming. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:44:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.01.0032.html The following statement on the attack last night on the synagogue in Fredericton was issued today by Minister of Justice and Public Safety Kris Austin: Sat, 27 Jan 2024 15:17:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/social_development/news/news_release.2024.01.0029.html The Child and Youth Well-Being Act and its accompanying regulations have been proclaimed. Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:07:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.01.0021.html Peace officers with the Department of Justice and Public Safety have arrested a man and woman and seized contraband cannabis and other illegal products in Saint John. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 12:15:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.01.0002.html Scrap-metal company American Iron and Metal (AIM) has consented to a court order requiring it to reach compliance with National Fire Code provisions at three New Brunswick sites by Feb. 7. Thu, 04 Jan 2024 15:04:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.12.0644.html Public Safety Minister Kris Austin has revoked the salvage dealer’s licence of the American Iron and Metal (AIM) facility at 1 Protection St. in Saint John. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 10:25:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.12.0640.html New Brunswickers affected by the storm on Dec. 18-19 can report property damage by calling the Damage Report Line at 1-888-298-8555 or by registering online. Thu, 21 Dec 2023 15:30:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.12.0633.html The Department of Justice and Public Safety has issued compliance orders to 10 salvage dealers following on-site inspections. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:27:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.12.0627.html Investigations by peace officers with the Department of Justice and Public Safety’s Safer Communities Program have resulted in three men pleading guilty in separate court appearances. Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:28:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.12.0612.html About 70,000 cigarettes were seized recently in the Campbellton area by peace officers with the Department of Justice and Public Safety in partnership with the Sûreté du Québec. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 11:37:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.12.0611.html A jury at a coroner’s inquest has made recommendations to improve safety on residential construction sites. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 10:05:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.12.0610.html After reviewing findings from the task force report into the fire at the American Iron and Metal (AIM) facility in Saint John, the provincial government will determine if its salvage dealers’ licence should be revoked. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 09:10:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.12.0607.html A jury at a coroner’s inquest has made recommendations to improve safety at Marwood Ltd. and similar businesses that manufacture wood products. Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0595.html Mélanie Poirier LeBlanc has been appointed as a sitting provincial court judge in Fredericton, Justice Minister Hugh J. Flemming announced today. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 13:24:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0581.html Twelve New Brunswick lawyers have been appointed King’s counsel. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:59:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0580.html The Office of the Chief Coroner has announced an inquest into the death of Daniel Moore will be held Dec. 6-7 at Marysville Place, 20 McGloin St., Fredericton. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:13:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0578.html Peace officers from the Department of Justice and Public Safety recently seized about 115,000 contraband cigarettes in the Campbellton area. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 10:02:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0576.html An inquest into the death of William Russell has been scheduled for Dec. 4-5 at Marysville Place, 20 McGloin St., Fredericton. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0572.html Recommendations related to police involvement in domestic violence cases were made following a coroner’s inquest into the death of Ryan Nowlan. Thu, 23 Nov 2023 11:18:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0570.html More than 52,000 contraband cigarettes were recently seized in the Campbellton area by peace officers with the Department of Justice and Public Safety. Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:27:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0562.html Peace officers from the Department of Justice and Public Safety recently seized contraband cannabis and various illegal products in Saint John. Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:52:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0561.html A coroner’s inquest into the death of Ryan Nowlan has been scheduled for Nov. 21-24 at the Saint John Law Courts, 10 Peel Plaza. Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:59:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0551.html Alert Ready, the national emergency alert system, will be tested in New Brunswick on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 10:55 a.m. Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:02:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0545.html New Brunswickers are reminded it is not just the sellers who face penalties for the importation and sale of illegal cigarettes. Fri, 10 Nov 2023 10:07:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0543.html A jury at a coroner’s inquest has made recommendations aimed at improving mental health services. Wed, 08 Nov 2023 17:55:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0535.html As winter approaches, New Brunswickers are reminded to be ready in the event of severe weather. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 14:15:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.11.0532.html As clocks are moved back an hour this weekend, New Brunswickers are also reminded to replace the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Daylight time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5. Fri, 03 Nov 2023 13:57:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.10.0519.html A jury at a coroner’s inquest has made recommendations to improve safety at the American Iron and Metal recycling facility. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:00:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.10.0515.html Fire departments now have access to a new tool to teach children and their families how to react when there is a fire in their home. Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:45:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.09.0495.html Peace officers from the Department of Justice and Public Safety seized contraband cigarettes and various illegal tobacco products after stopping a vehicle on Route 8 in Allardville. Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:59:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.09.0482.html Peace officers from the Department of Justice and Public Safety recently seized contraband cannabis and various illegal products in Saint John. Thu, 28 Sep 2023 09:56:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.09.0478.html The deadline to apply for disaster financial assistance related to flash flooding on June 29 in the Madawaska region is Sept. 30. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 15:18:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.09.0447.html Two men and a woman could face charges after Department of Justice and Public Safety peace officers recently seized contraband cannabis products in Saint John and Moncton. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:39:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2023.08.0412.html Peace officers with the Department of Justice and Public Safety recently seized contraband cigarettes and illegal liquor in the Campbellton area and arrested three men in three separate incidents. Mon, 21 Aug 2023 10:04:00 -0400 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 16:18:00 -0400