Nova Scotia government survey on the current status of policing in the province

“Nova Scotians deserve to have their say about how this important service is delivered in our communities,” said Attorney General and Justice Minister Barbara Adams in a news release Tuesday. This statement followed the launch of an anonymous survey by the Nova Scotia government, inviting residents to share their opinions and ideas about the current and future state of policing in the province.

Adams added, “I hope as many people as possible take a moment to share their experiences and ideas with us so we can create a law enforcement system that is responsive and meets the needs of the people it serves.”

The government has made the survey available online on the provincial website and plans to hold in-person sessions later in the summer and into the fall to gather more feedback.

Lindell Smith, co-chair of the advisory committee for the Nova Scotia police review, emphasized the importance of the survey in improving police services. “The voices of Nova Scotians are essential to this review. Participating in this survey gives the public the opportunity to have a direct impact on the way policing services are delivered across our province. It will help ensure that our policing services are aligned with the expectations and needs of the people they serve.”

The survey is set to conclude with results and review sessions finalized by spring 2025. These in-person review sessions will be organized by an advisory committee that includes representatives from the government, law enforcement agencies, non-profit organizations, and Indigenous, African Nova Scotian, and newcomer communities.

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