Holland College’s Atlantic Police Academy has opened a new facility for training public safety professionals called the Atlantic Tactical Training & Innovation Centre. The centre includes a variety of training spaces, including immersive scenario rooms, a virtual reality range, and augmented and virtual reality training systems. “By integrating virtual reality and immersive environments, we are equipping professionals with the skills and confidence they need to respond effectively in critical situations,” said Holland College President Dr Alexander (Sandy) MacDonald. MacDonald further explained that the centre will enhance the academy’s collaboration with external public safety partners. The expansion was funded by $4.1M from the Government of Prince Edward Island and $681K from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.
