TCI News

FortisTCI and CEO Ruth Forbes appointed to global group of Accountants

Published

4 months ago

April 8, 2024

FortisTCI President and CEO Ruth Forbes has been nominated by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) to serve on the International Federation of Accountants’ Professional Accountants in Business Advisory Group (IFAC PAIB).

Mrs. Forbes’s appointment to the IFAC PAIB Advisory Group is for a period of three years, ending on December 31, 2026. The PAIB’s Advisory Group is a global corps of business and finance leaders who consider and address trends affecting business and public sector organizations and their professional accountants. The group welcomes members who, by their experiences, are knowledgeable about the demands and needs of organizations and the business environment and recognize the importance of accountancy professionalism and expertise to their success. The group advocates for professional accountants in business and supports effective corporate governance. The PAIB’s Advisory Group members are nominated by a professional accounting organization.

As the IMA’s representative, Mrs. Forbes will contribute to the IFAC PAIB Advisory Group’s strategic involvement in business and accountancy matters, support IFAC’s initiatives and projects, and be involved in stakeholder engagement across the global accounting profession.

Mrs. Forbes commented on her appointment, “It is a special honour for me to be nominated to serve on IFAC’s PAIB Advisory Group, and a remarkable opportunity to represent the accounting profession on this global body. The profession plays a significant role in shaping the strategic direction, governance framework, and, ultimately, the success of private sector companies and public organizations.

“I look forward to helping the PAIB Advisory Group advance the accounting profession and nurturing the relationships that I will develop with my global colleagues. I am thankful that through this appointment, I can also contribute to the profession’s evolution and help guide the next generation of leaders.”

Mrs. Forbes is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Barry University. She also completed the Directors Education Program and received the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors through the University of Toronto – Rotman School of Management.

Mrs. Forbes has served as President and CEO of FortisTCI since 2020. She is one of the few female CEOs in the utility sector serving the Caribbean region. She also was Senior Vice President of Corporate Services, Chief Financial Officer, and Company Secretary at FortisTCI and has 17 years of experience in the energy industry.

She serves as a Director on the boards of FortisOntario and Fortis Belize Limited. She is also a Director on the board of The Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC). She has served for three years as the Governor’s Appointed Member of the Public Accounts Committee of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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Shooting Incident

Published

3 days ago

July 23, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

***MEDIA RELEASE***

July 23^rd, 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.

News

Twelve Officers Sworn In

Published

3 days ago

July 23, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

***MEDIA RELEASE***

July 23^rd, 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.

Crime

Male Charged with Theft and Handling Stolen Goods

Published

3 days ago

July 23, 2024

Deandrea Hamilton

***MEDIA RELEASE***

July 23^rd,2024.

A 23-year-old male from the Bight, Providenciales, has been charged with the theft of a boat.

CHANDELER JOSEPH is expected to appear before a Magistrate next week to answer the following charges:

Two Counts of Theft
Two Counts of Handling Stolen Goods

The charges against Mr. Joseph followed a report of a stolen boat in the Turtle Cove district on July 19^th,2024.

Inquiries were conducted shortly after Mr Joseph was arrested and subsequently charged.

The RTCIPF is asking anyone with information on illegal activities 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 CrimeStoppers P3 app.