The Town of Kensington, Prince Edward Island, used National Police Week to publicly thank its local police force and emergency personnel for their ongoing service to the community. The week-long recognition, which took place from May 10 to May 16, 2026, aligned with the national theme of Committed to Serve Together.
Kensington remains one of only three municipalities on the island with its own police force, alongside Charlottetown and Summerside. The Kensington Police Service, which accounts for nearly 20 percent of the town’s annual budget, is a cornerstone of public safety as the community continues to experience rapid growth. The town’s population has risen from about 1,300 people in 2009 to a projected 2,400, with further growth expected.
Earlier this year, Mayor Jeff Spencer reaffirmed the town’s commitment to maintaining its independent police force, ensuring that public safety remains in the hands of the local officers. The department is led by Police Chief Landon Yuill, who was sworn in on January 6, 2026, after serving as deputy chief. Chief Yuill has prioritized strengthening ties between the department and residents, including the launch of a monthly Coffee with a Cop initiative in March 2026 to hear community concerns firsthand.
The local force currently consists of a police chief, deputy chief, two full-time constables, three part-time constables, and a team of full-time and part-time communication technicians. National Police Week has been observed since 1970 and is supported by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police to encourage greater understanding between law enforcement agencies and the public they serve.
