CRIME PREVENTION AWARDS LUNCHEON 2025

Fredericton – In 2026, the Crime Prevention Association of New Brunswick and the Department of Justice and Public Safety came together to recognize individuals and organizations from across the province who have contributed their time, efforts, and expertise to preventing crime and building safer communities. Recipients were recognized with Justice and Public Safety Certificates of Recognition, as well as the Business Excellence Award and inductions into the Association’s Hall of Fame.

Congratulations to all recipients and thank you for the incredible efforts in making New Brunswick a safer and more secure place for all to live, work, and play.

Justice and Public Safety Certificates of Recognition:

• Cathy Boyne and the Chipman Youth Centre Board of Directors

• Codiac Regional Citizens on Patrol Association

• Crossroads for Women

• Internet Child Exploitation Unit, RCMP “J” Division

• Kennebecasis Regional Police Force Auxiliary Program

• Lucie Chiasson

• YWCA Moncton​

Constable Leo “Tyler” Francis Memorial Award:

• Cpl. Holly Erb​

Business Excellence:

• Tricia Wilson, Seen Heard Found Counselling​

Hall of Fame:

• Evelyn Gilliss

• Steve Turgeon

• Linda Patterson

The annual awards luncheon occurs each fall. While the next Crime Prevention Awards will be held in 2027, nominations are now open. More information about the awards, the criteria, and the nomination process can be found here.