The following statement was issued by the Honourable John Hogan, KC, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, regarding Police Week in Newfoundland and Labrador:

“Every day, the dedicated members of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary and Royal Canadian Mounted Police show their professionalism and commitment as they work to ensure the safety and security of the people of our province.

As a government, we put an emphasis on working with police and community partners to ensure we are living and raising our families in one of the safest provinces in Canada. That security and peace of mind is a direct result of the hard work and dedication of both uniformed and civilian members of our police agencies.

While we all know the job can be rewarding, we also know it comes with significant risks. This week, I represented the Provincial Government at a moving ceremony that remembered and honoured officers who have died in the line of duty. The International Police and Peace Officer Memorial service recognizes the role peace officers have in keeping all of us safe and acknowledges that they often work in dangerous situations. Many of us, myself included, hold in reverence the sacrifices of police and peace officers and are reminded of this every time we pass by the memorial on the grounds of Confederation Building.

The sense of security and quality of life we enjoy is because of the risks they take every day and their devotion to helping others.

On behalf of all residents, during Police Week we say a special thank you to the members of the RNC and the RCMP for the important work they do to protect the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.”

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