TCI News
Turks and Caicos hosts game-changing meeting, Canada firmly states commitment to help in disaster recovery
#Providenciales, March 20, 2019 – Turks and Caicos – Turks and Caicos was impressive today at the Roundtable on Regional Disaster Response Co-ordination, with 41 stakeholder participants sharing with and tuned into the High Commission of Canada to Jamaica and The Bahamas and the Caribbean Disaster Management Emergency Agency (CDEMA).
“Today is the first time in a long time where we invited stakeholders to our roundtable discussion and had such great attendance. The goal today was really for us to get to know each other better and for us from the Canadian side to better understand the structure in Turks and Caicos. Some of the challenges as well as some of the work being done and CDEMA, and their role. It was also for us to share what Canada can and cannot do,” said Damian Kotzev, Vice Consul of High Commission of Canada.
The discussion centered on the support Canada can lend to disaster recovery in the Turks and Caicos and the Caribbean; instantly catapulting this conversation from a national level to a regional and international game-changer.
Dr. Virginia Clerveaux, Director of the Turks and Caicos Islands Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME) admitted that thankfully, it is back to the drawing board on the External Affairs Plan, which is the protocol for accessing resources from regional and international partners.
Canada’s support abundantly promises significant help. Dr. Clerveaux says the commitments outlined will positively broaden the opportunities for resource support for the Turks and Caicos Islands in the event of a disaster.
“Disaster Management plans and disaster management standard operating procedures are policies and are not like encyclopedias that you have on your shelf because it looks good, they are living documents that need to be constantly updated, whether it is through the result of a real event or after an exercise of this nature, you have to go back and update your plan to ensure that you reflect your reality.”
The Roundtable was opened by Governor Dr. John Freeman, Minister of Home Affairs, Delroy Williams and Non-resident Consul General to the Canadian High Commission, Laurie Peters; it was held at the Regent Village.
Also in attendance was Deputy Governor Anya William, Maxovanno Thomas, Opposition Appointed member to the House of Assembly and representing CDEMA, Mandela Christian, who is the Programming Officer.
The one-day event further showcased what the DDME does outside of hurricane season.
Dr. Clerveaux said it is all about building capacity.
#magneticmedianews
#regionaldisasterresponse
#cdema
#ddme
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
Around 10:59 am, the Police Control Room received a call of gunshots at a location along the Millennium Highway, Providenciales.
Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force were dispatched and, based on preliminary investigations, were told that the occupant (s) of a red Suzuki Swift was at a business place when another car pulled alongside it, and the occupants started shooting.
The driver of the Swift drove off while the other unidentified vehicle sped off in a separate direction. 
Officers found the Swift abandoned near Miracle Close, Blue Hills, shortly after.
Based on investigations, no injuries were reported.
This remains an active investigation.
The RT&CIPF is asking anyone with information or CCTV footage of the shooting that may assist the police with enquiries to contact 911, the closest police station, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 and anonymously give any information.
Additionally, persons are being asked to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
There are twelve new officers within the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.
The officers—Ronn James, Ernie Henry, Aron Charlery, Andrew Ottley, Emmanuel Dabreo, Damion Clarke, Jeffrey Kaye, Roan Waugh, Shan Livermore, Kemar Chambers, Michael Campbell, and Ajay Budhai—took an oath to protect and serve the citizens of the
Turks and Caicos Islands yesterday (July 22nd) afternoon at Police Headquarters, Providenciales.
Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin, who administered the officers’ oath, said, “Thank you for choosing the TCI. It will not be a bed of roses. Policing requires hard work, and you ensure our communities are safe. Your arrival was anticipated and highly overdue.
“You are now officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, and you are committed to the safety of the people of these archipelagoes. We must lead by example and not let our guard down. Stand firm on the foundation of our motto- Service With Pride and Integrity. Integrity is doing the right thing in the absence of anyone watching.”
The President of the Christian Council, Pastor Wilbert Jennings, delivered the opening prayer and told officers to always call on God in
their time of need.
Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams, Assistant Commissioner Kendall Grant, acting Assistant Commissioner Mat Newton, Chairman of the Police Welfare Association Sgt. Jepson Victor and Human Resources Manager Rex Swann also attended the ceremony.
-
Caribbean News7 days agoCayman Relief Mission to Hurricane hit CARICOM nations
-
Caribbean News7 days agoCARICOM raising profile and priority of its Migration Policy; curbing challenges ‘a tall order’
-
Caribbean News1 week agoHurricane Help; Money donated to Jamaica, Barbados, St Vincent & the Grenadines, St Lucia and Grenada
-
Caribbean News7 days agoJamaica’s Hurricane Recovery Efforts Bolstered by Donation from Cayman Islands
-
Bahamas News7 days agoPrime Minister Davis: Cannabis Reform Compendium 2024 ‘a long time coming’
-
News7 days agoWhat the new UK Prime Minister had to say about the Rwanda Deportation Plan at his first press conference
-
Bahamas News1 week agoBahamas Celebrates 51st Independence – ‘United In Love & Service’
-
News7 days agoTurks & Caicos’ E.J Saunders part of Election Observer team in UK on July 4