Do you have thoughts on the state of policing in Nova Scotia? Now’s the time to weigh in

Nova Scotia’s Department of Justice wants your feedback on the state of policing in the province. 

In a release Wednesday, the department said residents who wish to share their feedback can respond to an online survey that will be active until July 31.

“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.

“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 survey is part of a wider review of policing the province says it expects to complete by the summer of 2025.

The final report from the Mass Casualty Commission, formed in the wake of the worst mass shooting in Canadian history, called for the creation of a multi-sectoral council to review the structure of policing in Nova Scotia.

Public engagement sessions, which the province says will include representatives from government, police agencies, non-profit organizations, and Indigenous, African Nova Scotian and newcomer communities, will take place later this summer and into the fall.

The survey was available Wednesday morning but there was a technical problem with it Wednesday afternoon. A spokesperson said the Department of Justice is looking into the problem.

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