News by subject: PSF

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In response to the Provincial Budget delivered yesterday by Danielle Smith's government, Alberta's independent convenience retailers are pleased to see more investments being made to help municipalities fight organized crime and serious crime but...

BRINC, an American developer and manufacturer of technology in the service of public safety, today announced the release of its next-generation drone, LEMUR 2. LEMUR 2 is the latest product from BRINC and is specially designed to enable law...

First Nations have long called for legislative reform on safe drinking water to meet their needs and reflect their voices. Since 2018, the Government of Canada has been engaging First Nations on legislative reforms to First Nations safe drinking...

The most recent data on the evolution of COVID-19, in the last 24 hours, in Québec show: 559 new cases, bringing the total number of people infected to 1,317,352*;9 new deaths, for a total of 18,114 deaths, i.e.;2 deaths in the last 24 hours,2 deaths...

A safe, resilient rail transportation system is critical to strong supply chains and keeping those who live and work along rail lines safe. In 2021, extreme weather events like floods and fires impacted our rail industry. We must continue to adapt...

New Self-Regulatory Organization of Canada (New SRO) is warning Canadian investors not to be fooled by fraudsters falsely claiming to be associated with Citigroup, and using a false URL, 1citigroup.ca. In communications with investors, an individual...

Crisis hotlines are a lifeline to survivors of gender-based violence and are critical support services. During the pandemic, the demand for crisis hotline services significantly increased across Canada and this demand continues today. Today, the...

People in Halifax and communities across Canada deserve to feel safe in their communities. That's why the Government of Canada is taking action with a comprehensive plan that gets guns off our streets and puts more resources into our communities. An...

Carbyne, the leading provider of cloud-native emergency contact center solutions, and Priority Dispatch®, makers of top-selling emergency call taking technologies, announced that the two companies have partnered to expand access to Video to ProQA®,...

"Since May 2022, Imperial Oil and the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) have covered up unprecedented failures of tailings dams and toxic tailings leaks and spill at the Kearl mine," said Chief Adam of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation. "They've been...

The World Police Summit Conference is the world's leading conversation for police and security experts - an inspiring opportunity to promote better policing and explore, discover, and share the latest developments. The summit will be hosting six...

The American Black Humane Society is pleased to announce 2 new global high-tech app-based lifesaving systems. Shootings: For Shootings, "GEORGE" is real-time communication & the replacement for 911 that will help us all feel safer in our homes,...

According to the Center for Asbestos Related Disease (CARD), the Biden administration recently announced that on May 11, 2023, the national public health emergency declaration for COVID-19 will end. What does this mean for individuals? That depends...

Hudson County, N.J., today announced it is working with Honeywell on the development and implementation of a smart community strategic plan. The project aims to help increase resident engagement, strengthen community resilience, reduce energy...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, as he makes an announcement to prevent gun crime and gang violence in the Halifax Regional Municipality.    He will be joined by Darren Fisher,...

Brand: Brilliant Skin Essentials Solmux SummaryProduct: Unauthorized health product labelled to contain a prescription drugIssue: Health products ? Product safetyWhat to do: Do not use these products. Return them to your local pharmacy for proper...

Apotex Corp., with the knowledge of the US FDA, is initiating a voluntary recall at the Consumer level for six (6) lots of Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.15% specified below. This recall is being initiated out of an abundance of caution...

Are you looking to invest? Thinking about cashing in on the crypto craze? Think twice. It's possible that the promise of a way to make quick, easy money is just an easy way to separate you from your money. Canadians are being scammed out of...

Following is a statement from Brian Sauvé, President, National Police Federation, following the release of the Government of Alberta's 2023 Budget:...

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety ? the largest fully integrated fire protection, life safety and security services provider in the United States ? is proud to announce its acquisition of AC Daughtry Security Systems, which services New Jersey and New York....

More and more governments in Europe are undergoing a digital transformation across their public safety agencies. Band 68 is a dedicated frequency that can be used to support emergency management and other public safety use cases with critical private...

According to Arizton's latest research report, the fire fighting pump market will grow at a CAGR of 3.76% from 2022-2028. The global firefighting pump market has a huge opportunity to grow during the forecast period, as continuous innovation in...

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers of what to expect when crossing the border during March Break. Here are some tips to help you plan for your trip:  Plan ahead and check border wait times and alternate ports of entry....

March is Fraud Prevention Month and Équité Association and its member insurers are reminding Canadians that insurance crime always has a victim. From auto theft to staged accidents, insurance crime has very real and devastating financial, physical...

In a recent poll commissioned by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) nearly 75% of respondents with auto insurance believe that auto insurance fraud is prevalent in Ontario, and more than 40% of them are worried they could...

With the arrival of spring break, many Pennsylvanians are looking forward to a well-deserved vacation. Unfortunately, scammers are also looking to take advantage of unsuspecting travelers. That's why AARP Pennsylvania is warning all Keystone State...

A central element of the Government of Canada's plan to prevent crime and violence is helping young people make good choices and set themselves up for success in life. This includes major investments in prevention programs through initiatives like...

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is warning Ontario investors that the following companies are not registered to deal or advise in securities in Ontario: EduTrendCoin-XEHUBC.ORGGlobal Coin aka...

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) is setting out its approach for supervision and risk assessment with the release of the Risk Based Supervisory Framework for Ontario Incorporated Insurance Companies and Reciprocals...

The AVMA-championed Healthy Dog Importation Act ? a bill that would help prevent the introduction and spread of diseases impacting animal and human health ? was reintroduced in both houses of Congress today. The legislation would improve importation...

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that it has taken action to restrict the unlawful entry of xylazine active pharmaceutical ingredients and finished dosage form drug products into the country to address a growing public health...

A new online short film (pronounced Hashtag, Humans) "#Huemans: A Guide to Get Home" is being released to the public on Feb. 28 for free to increase the likelihood of safe encounters between police officers and the communities they serve. Produced by...

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States, killing more people each year than all forms of cancer and accidents combined. Take Health to Heart, an initiative of the Foundation of the National Lipid Association...

The global personal safety tracking devices market size is projected to grow by USD 650.34 million between 2022 and 2027 as per Technavio. The growth momentum is expected to accelerate at a CAGR of 9.56% during the forecast period. The growing...

A new survey released by TD Bank Group for this year's Fraud Prevention Month reveals that despite rising fears of being victimized by fraudsters, Canadians may not be well-equipped to protect themselves. Amid shifting market conditions and the...

Effective immediately, Meridian is implementing a series of enhanced security procedures including a very significant reduction to on-site cash holdings, all designed to protect employees and members who use our branch services....

One of Premier Eby's first initiatives as Premier was to announce the Safer Communities Plan. B.C.'s independent convenience store owners agree there is a community safety problem and applaud the Premier for recognizing the visible and dangerous...

People in St. John's and across Canada deserve to feel safe in their communities. That's why the Government of Canada is taking action with a comprehensive plan that gets guns off our streets and puts more resources into our communities. An important...

In the past decade, technology has completely transformed the criminal landscape, making fraud easier to commit, more widespread, and more sophisticated than ever before. In 2022, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) received fraud and cybercrime...

A cryptocurrency is a type of virtual asset that is protected using cryptography. It typically uses a system called a blockchain to record and keep a history of transactions. Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin and Ether, are independent, meaning they...

People in Durham Region and communities across Canada deserve to feel safe in their communities. That's why the Government of Canada is taking action with a comprehensive plan that gets guns off our streets and puts more resources into our...

ActiveFence, whose mission is to protect online platforms and their users from malicious behavior and content, today announced the Trust & Safety Academy, a first-of-its-kind academic course on trust and safety, in partnership with NYU's Institute...

Aura, the leader in intelligent safety for consumers, today released its inaugural Digital Crime Index, an assessment that examines the security risks that accompany the connected lives of Americans. From cons, scams, breaches and predators, the...

Werner, the world leader in ladders and the manufacturer of climbing products and fall protection equipment, today announced the company will partner with the American Ladder Institute (ALI) for Ladder Safety Month, the only program dedicated...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Mark Holland, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Ajax, on behalf of the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, as he makes an...

Members of the media are invited to a flood protection infrastructure announcement with Tim Louis, Member of Parliament for Kitchener?Conestoga, and His Worship Gregg Davidson, Mayor of the Township of Mapleton. Date:          Monday, February 27,...

Members of the media are invited to join Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John's East, on behalf of the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, to make an announcement regarding federal support for organizations on the...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Mark Holland, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Ajax, on behalf of the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, as he makes an...

Members of the media are invited to join Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John's East, on behalf of the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, to make an announcement regarding federal support for organizations on the...