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| Feb 28, 2026 | Tamara Steele recognized for anti-racism leadership | CANADA, February 27 - Tamara Steele has been a champion for change and a strong advocate for anti-racism most of her life.
She brought that passion to the various community organizations she’s been involved with in Prince Edward Island for ... |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Province updates debt management approach | CANADA, February 27 - The Government of Prince Edward Island is providing updated context for its approach to provincial debt and outlining a new advisory committee to be established.
“Part of our forward-thinking strategy has been to inves... |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Prince Edward Island celebrates Pink Shirt Day | CANADA, February 25 - Today, Island residents are encouraged to wear pink and choose kindness in recognition of Pink Shirt Day.
Pink Shirt Day is an annual anti-bullying initiative that brings people together to stand against bullying and p... |
| Feb 10, 2026 | New report outlines findings and recommendations aimed at improved student safety | CANADA, February 10 - After months of interviews and research former Chief Justice of the Prince Edward Island Court of Appeal David Jenkins has delivered his report on student safety to the Minister of Education and Early Years.
Student Sa... |
| Feb 9, 2026 | Using fall prevention practices helps keep people safe inside and outside the home | CANADA, February 9 - As people get older, the risk of falling becomes greater, especially during PEI winters when sometimes a short walk can feel like crossing a skating rink.
Even minor falls can cause harm, so it’s important to take simpl... |
| Aug 21, 2025 | - | Article content
Mark Kapczynski had been looking forward to it for weeks.
He had VIP tickets for him and his wife to attend an upscale seafood festival in Los Angeles last December where they would feast on the food he grew up eating as a k... |
| Aug 8, 2025 | Premier Houston, Maritime Provinces Announce Enhancements to Regional Air Access | CANADA, August 8 - Today, August 8, Premier Tim Houston joined Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, Gilles LePage, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation with the ... |
| Jun 13, 2025 | Statement from Honourable Barb Ramsay on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day | CANADA, June 13 - Today, Honourable Barb Ramsay, Minister of Social Development and Seniors, issued the following statement recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15:
“This Sunday, on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, please tak... |
| Jun 12, 2025 | New Health PEI Mobile Dental Clinic to expand access to dental care across PEI | CANADA, June 11 - Health PEI is pleased to announce the arrival of its new Mobile Dental clinic, which will enhance access to oral health care across Prince Edward Island.
The mobile clinic represents a significant milestone in Health PEI’s... |
| Jun 6, 2025 | New resources available to help residents identify wetlands | CANADA, June 6 - Provincial maps have been updated to help Island residents see areas where development may be restricted due to sensitive environmental features like wetlands.
The updated map of Potential Development Restrictions and accom... |
| May 24, 2025 | From the ground up: How soil testing supports Island producers | CANADA, May 23 - Spring has sprung, and the countdown is on for Kyra Stiles and her team to get out into the fields for the 2025 growing season.
Stiles is a Nutrient Management Specialist with the PEI Department of Agriculture and works on ... |
| May 23, 2025 | Health PEI lifts mandatory masking policy | CANADA, May 23 - Health PEI
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| May 20, 2025 | New traffic lights being installed in Hunter River | CANADA, May 20 - New traffic lights at the Route 2 and Route 13 intersection will be activated next month to help improve traffic flow and safety. Drivers are advised to prepare for the upcoming change.
The lights will be in operation from ... |
| May 16, 2025 | Patient Navigators help you find your way through the health care system | CANADA, May 16 - Navigating your health care journey can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Health PEI Patient Navigators are here to help, providing guidance for the resources you need.
Patient Navigators can connect you... |
| May 14, 2025 | Health PEI reminds visitors to continue wearing a mask within its facilities | CANADA, May 13 - As respiratory illness season continues into May, Health PEI reminds the public its mandatory masking policy is still in effect. Members of the public, visitors, and partners in care must wear a mask while in a Health PEI c... |
| May 12, 2025 | PEI Property Tax notices are in the mail | CANADA, May 12 - The 2025 Prince Edward Island property tax notices have been mailed and should reach property owners within the next few days. The first payment is due May 31.
Property owners are asked to do three things when they receive ... |
| Apr 16, 2025 | I don’t need someone to say that I did something great, I’m doing it for the people of my community | CANADA, April 15 - “It is a true honour to be recognized in this way. I don’t do the work I do for any type of recognition,” said Susan (Sue) Doucette, provincial palliative home care clinical development coordinator, recipient of the King ... |
| Apr 12, 2025 | Minimum wage to increase | CANADA, April 11 - Minimum wage in Prince Edward Island will increase incrementally to $17 per hour by April 1, 2026.
On October 1, 2025, the rate will increase from $16 to $16.50 per hour.
On April 1, 2026, the rate will increase from $16.... |
| Apr 12, 2025 | Measles cases on PEI | CANADA, April 11 - Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Office has confirmed two cases of measles on the Island. These are the first reported cases since 2013.
The affected individuals are adult residents of PEI who traveled together ... |
| Apr 11, 2025 | Province launches new scholarship for Island students attending agriculture campus | CANADA, April 11 - Island students attending Dalhousie University Agricultural Campus will soon have access to more financial assistance.
Through the new R. Elmer MacDonald Agricultural Scholarship, the Provincial Government will provide PE... |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Pilot program to help patients recover after knee and hip surgery | CANADA, April 2 - The provincial government is funding a one-year pilot program with Reactive Health Inc. to provide rehabilitative physiotherapy for uninsured or underinsured patients who have had total hip or knee replacements.
Through th... |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Feedback wanted on proposed changes to Lands Protection Act | CANADA, April 3 - The Province is inviting Island residents to share their opinion on proposed changes to the Lands Protection Act.
The Act regulates property rights, including limits on land ownership for individuals and corporations. The ... |
| Mar 29, 2025 | Health PEI Launches Program to Enhance Vision Care for Elementary Students | CANADA, March 28 - As of April 1, Health PEI will launch the Program for Elementary Eye Care (PEEC), a new program that will fund annual eye exams and up to three prescription pairs of glasses per student during elementary school.
This prog... |
| Mar 26, 2025 | New map shows location of PEI sport and recreation facilities | CANADA, March 26 - A new online tool is available to help Islanders easily find information about local sports and recreation facilities located across the province.
The Sport and Recreation Facilities Map provides an easy way for people to... |
| Mar 22, 2025 | Statement by Premier Rob Lantz on International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination | CANADA, March 21 - Executive Council Office
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| Mar 18, 2025 | Check out health wellness at PEI libraries | CANADA, March 17 - Libraries today offer so much more than books – they are vibrant community hubs offering new and meaningful ways to connect – and PEI libraries are doing just that.
With support from the Live Well PEI Wellness Grant, the ... |
| Mar 8, 2025 | More funding available to support women and girls | CANADA, March 7 - Non-profit organizations across the Island can apply for funding to implement projects that focus on benefiting women and girls across the province.
The Interministerial Women’s Secretariat (IWS) Grant provides funding to ... |
| Mar 7, 2025 | Attention drivers: Spring weight restrictions on Island roads | CANADA, March 6 - Spring weight restrictions will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
These weight restrictions help minimize damage and reduce repair costs to Island roads as the roadbeds soften during the spring thaw. We... |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Colleen Parker: Making a Difference for Islanders | CANADA, February 20 - “I aspire to be a lifelong learner and to make a difference in the lives of Islanders,” said Colleen Parker, Western Chair of the Community Health Engagement Committee (CHEC).
The role of the CHEC is to informally gath... |
| Feb 12, 2025 | Province implements actions on land | CANADA, February 12 - Today, the Minister of Housing, Land and Communities, Steven Myers announced immediate actions in support of local municipal governments, resident engagement and the protection of land in PEI.
This includes starting co... |
| Feb 8, 2025 | Recipients for latest round of Anti-Racism Grants and Microgrants | CANADA, February 7 - Fifteen community organizations will receive a total of $375,000 in provincial funding for projects that promote cultural diversity, inclusion and efforts that help address racism.
The recipients were announced today at... |
| Feb 1, 2025 | Statement by Premier King on Black History Month | CANADA, January 31 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Black History Month:
“Black History Month begins February 1, marking its 10th anniversary in PEI this year. It’s a time to learn about... |
| Jan 31, 2025 | Statement by Premier King on Black History Month | CANADA, January 31 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Black History Month:
“Black History Month begins February 1, marking its 10th anniversary in PEI this year. It’s a time to learn about... |
| Jan 18, 2025 | Island economy well positioned as 2025 begins | CANADA, January 17 - The 2024-2025 Fiscal and Economic Update shows strong employment and labour income, supported by growth in manufacturing, exports and construction, as major contributors to the Island economy. The update also outlines t... |
| Jan 17, 2025 | National Non-Smoking Week 2025: Helping Islanders to quit | CANADA, January 17 - National Non-Smoking Week, January 19 to 25, highlights the health risks of smoking and vaping and reminds Island residents of the support available to help them take meaningful steps toward a tobacco and vape-free life... |
| Jan 10, 2025 | Healthcare system across PEI experiencing overcapacity and increased wait times | CANADA, January 9 - The healthcare system across Prince Edward Island is currently facing significant overcapacity resulting in limited bed availability.
With the onset of the cold and flu season, healthcare facilities are anticipating an i... |
| Jan 10, 2025 | Eastern watershed group boosts biodiversity and community pride | CANADA, January 9 - Belfast Area Watershed Group, also known as BAWG, manages about 22,000 hectares within 7.5 watersheds, across the communities of Eldon to Wood Islands and Beach Point.
“We conduct water quality testing and participate in... |
| Dec 30, 2024 | Top library picks of 2024 | CANADA, December 30 - In 2024, PEI Public Library Services continued to serve Island residents by offering a diverse range of reading materials and programs that promote learning, creativity, and community connection.
Island residents borro... |
| Dec 25, 2024 | Canadian province opens 2025 government internship programs for international students | The Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), a Canadian province, is inviting applications for its 2025 Internship Program.
This opportunity allows international students and recent graduates to gain experience working within the provincia... |
| Dec 23, 2024 | KCMH emergency room temporarily suspending Saturday hours starting January 11 | CANADA, December 23 - The Kings County Memorial Hospital (KCMH) will be temporarily suspending emergency services on Saturdays beginning January 11 due to staffing challenges.
The KCMH Emergency Department (ED) is experiencing a shortage of... |
| Dec 11, 2024 | Island property owners reminded of property tax payment options | CANADA, December 11 - To support Island property owners during the on-going postal strike, the Government of Prince Edward Island has several options available for those who may have outstanding property tax balances.
Those who need to chec... |
| Dec 7, 2024 | Province, MADD Canada and RCMP join forces against impaired driving | CANADA, December 5 - Far too often, Islanders feel the effects and impacts from impaired driving. On December 7, the Province is joining Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD Canada) and RCMP to say no to impaired driving.
As part of MADD Can... |
| Nov 28, 2024 | New program for earning high school equivalency | CANADA, November 27 - Islanders have access to a new Canadian high school equivalency credential to earn a PEI High School Equivalency Certificate.
The Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) was created collaboratively with provincial a... |
| Nov 21, 2024 | Physiotherapists with additional training can order X-rays | CANADA, November 20 - Physiotherapists in Prince Edward Island with specialized training can now order X-rays for patients in certain situations when clinically indicated, to make more efficient use of health care resources.
“Our collaborat... |
| Nov 20, 2024 | Active transportation fund extended for another year | CANADA, November 20 - Funding designed to help build new walking paths and improve active transportation networks is continuing for another year.
There is $5 million available through the province’s Active Transportation Fund for new projec... |
| Nov 8, 2024 | Island artists celebrated at annual PEI Arts Awards | CANADA, November 8 - Island artists were recognized for their excellence at the 2024 PEI Arts Awards ceremony.
The awards honour outstanding achievements in the arts and culture community. The following recipients were distinguished at the ... |
| Nov 7, 2024 | Province Announces Bold New Capital Budget: “Building for Our Future” | CANADA, November 7 - Today, the Government of Prince Edward Island unveiled its largest capital budget in decades, focused on key investments that will shape the province’s future. With the theme “Building for Our Future,” this year’s capit... |
| Oct 25, 2024 | Meant to be – Careers in Palliative Care | CANADA, October 25 - After many years working in the fast-paced environment of a surgical unit, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Tonya Crosby never imagined she would find joy working in palliative care.
“I didn’t know much about the Provinci... |
| Oct 24, 2024 | Input wanted for new Five-year Seniors Action Plan | CANADA, October 24 - The Provincial Government wants to hear from Island residents to help inform the next Five-year Seniors Action Plan.
The action plan will be developed in partnership with the PEI Seniors’ Secretariat. It will focus on a... |
| Oct 21, 2024 | Province partnering with the Atlantic Police Academy to offer Correctional Officer Training Program | CANADA, October 21 - The Province, in partnership with the Atlantic Police Academy (APA), is offering Island residents the opportunity to pursue a career in correctional services at a reduced cost.
The Correctional Officer Training Program ... |
| Oct 18, 2024 | Feedback wanted from Island residents on upcoming changes to PEI Coroners Act | CANADA, October 18 - The Province is inviting residents to share their opinion on changes to provincial legislation.
Through a collaboration between PEI’s Department of Health and Wellness, Health PEI, the Department of Justice and Public S... |
| Oct 11, 2024 | PEI 2023-2024 Public Accounts show continued growth | CANADA, October 11 - Today, the Government of PEI released all three volumes of Public Accounts which include the audited financial results for government from the 2023-2024 fiscal year and report a deficit of $14.8 million.
The 2023-2024 f... |
| Oct 3, 2024 | Resilient coastal highways, public infrastructure supports communities | CANADA, October 3 - The Province is adapting to climate change by strengthening shoreline adaptation and protection efforts and creating resilient coastal highways and public infrastructure.
PEI’s causeways are vital for supporting Islander... |
| Sep 28, 2024 | Tyne Valley rink on the way to net zero | CANADA, September 27 - Solar panels and heat pumps are now fueling the community rink in Tyne Valley.
Supported by $345,147 from the province’s Community Renewable Energy Generation (CREG) fund, the Cavendish Farms Community Events Centre i... |
| Sep 22, 2024 | Canada’s Provinces Set to Raise Minimum Wage Rates Effective October 2024 | Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island will implement new minimum wage rates effective October 1st, 2024. This change is intended to reflect the cost of living and economic factors. According to Immigration News Canada, t... |
| Sep 21, 2024 | Ignition fund applications open | CANADA, September 20 - The second intake for the 2024 Ignition Fund is now open. The program offers up to $25,000 to Island entrepreneurs to launch or expand a business.
This year marks a milestone for the Ignition Fund, with 100 Island com... |
| Sep 21, 2024 | Brain Story training: Building a shared lens for empathy, insight and action | CANADA, September 20 - Several staff members at the Community Outreach Centre in Charlottetown recently received Brain Story Certification, an in-depth course on brain development and how stress and childhood trauma impact development and h... |
| Sep 17, 2024 | Islanders invited to join community sessions to provide feedback on AccessAbility Supports and Residential Services Programs | CANADA, September 17 - The provincial government wants to hear from Islanders as it undertakes a review of the AccessAbility Supports (AAS) Program to determine whether it is supporting residents living with disabilities to access the suppo... |
| Aug 30, 2024 | Expansion of PEI Insulin Pump Program | CANADA, August 30 - The PEI Government is expanding insulin pump coverage so that all medically eligible residents who are living with type 1 diabetes, regardless of age, can get help with the costs for this treatment as of September 1.
The... |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Health PEI midwives help Island families navigate the birthing process | CANADA, August 21 - Health PEI's midwives are playing a vital role in supporting Island families throughout the birthing process. Since launching in May of 2024, midwifery services have helped deliver 10 babies on Prince Edward Island.
Harr... |
| Aug 22, 2024 | New $2 Million Health Innovative fund launched to improve access to care for Islanders | CANADA, August 22 - The provincial government is launching a new Health Innovative Fund to help unlock opportunities and ideas that will strengthen the PEI health care system and improve access to care for Islanders.
The Health Innovation F... |
| Aug 8, 2024 | Arts grants recipients announced | CANADA, August 7 - More Island artists are receiving funding through Island arts grants programs.
The Indigenous Arts Grants and the PEI Arts Grants programs support, assist, and encourage the growth of the artistic community in PEI. Fundin... |
| Aug 7, 2024 | Province seeks proposals for future of former fabrication yard | CANADA, August 6 - Creating local economic opportunity by developing provincial strategic properties will help Island communities grow sustainably.
In partnership with Borden-Carleton officials, the Province will be accepting proposals from... |
| Aug 7, 2024 | Magic happens here: Courtney Chisholm, lactation consultant | CANADA, August 7 - “Breastfeeding mothers are some of the most committed, selfless, patient, and determined people I’ve ever met,” said Courtney Chisholm, RN/Lactation Consultant at Public Health Nursing. “Breastfeeding is not always easy a... |
| Aug 6, 2024 | Internationally educated nurses eligible for bursary | CANADA, August 6 - A new bursary for internationally educated nurses to cover fees associated with coming to work in Prince Edward Island is aimed at helping to eliminate financial barriers and draw more nurses to the province.
The Internat... |
| Aug 3, 2024 | Additional PEI wildland firefighters heading to Alberta | CANADA, August 2 - Five Island forest firefighters are leaving for Alberta this weekend to help with the increasingly serious wildfire situation in that province. This team will join a Nova Scotian team bound for Jasper to assist Parks Cana... |
| Aug 2, 2024 | Province looking to revitalize old Curling Club site | CANADA, August 1 - This fall, the Prince Edward Island Housing Corporation (PEIHC) will seek community input about the future redevelopment of the former Charlottetown Curling Club property at 241 Euston Street.
A tender was issued today to... |
| Aug 2, 2024 | New funding to support emergency preparedness on PEI | CANADA, August 1 - As the Atlantic Hurricane Season continues to be underway, Government is announcing a new investment to help better prepare the province for an emergency event.
Atlantic Hurricane Season officially runs from June 1 to Nov... |
| Aug 1, 2024 | Western Hospital Emergency Department on reduced hours August 2, 3, 4 | CANADA, August 1 - Health PEI
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| Jul 27, 2024 | Nominations for 2024 Senior Islander of the Year Awards now open | CANADA, July 26 - Nominations are now open for the 2024 Senior Islander of the Year Awards.
These awards recognize seniors for their contributions in different areas including volunteering and community involvement, fundraising, fitness and... |
| Jul 13, 2024 | Government releases Digital Health Strategy | CANADA, July 12 - A new strategy will guide investments in secure digital health technologies and improve the use of health information in PEI over the next five years to help build a healthier future for Islanders.
The Digital Health Strat... |
| Jul 13, 2024 | Bloom of blue-green algae alert | CANADA, July 12 - The Chief Public Health Office is warning Islanders of the presence of a blue–green algae bloom in Ponds Road Pond, Belle River. Blue-green algae may form scum on the surface of freshwater ponds or lakes and can cause skin... |
| Jul 5, 2024 | Feedback wanted on upcoming legislative changes | CANADA, July 5 - The Province is inviting members of the public and stakeholder groups to share their opinions on changes to provincial laws in PEI.
As the Department of Justice and Public Safety continues to regularly modernize provincial ... |
| Jun 27, 2024 | ROYAL CANADIAN MINT UNVEILS A NEW $1 CIRCULATION COIN HONOURING CANADIAN LITERARY ICON L. M. MONTGOMERY | CAVENDISH, PE, June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Royal Canadian Mint is releasing a new $1 commemorative circulation coin honouring L. M. Montgomery, one of the most prolific and widely read authors in Canadian history. On the 150th anniver... |
| Jun 22, 2024 | Summer reading program now available | CANADA, June 21 - Island children looking for their next summer reading list can head to their local library and take part in the TD Summer Reading Club.
As Canada’s biggest bilingual summer reading program, the TD Summer Reading Club has h... |
| May 29, 2024 | New funding for community-led initiatives to welcome and retain health care professionals | CANADA, May 29 - A new grant is available to help Island communities and organizations with initiatives to create a welcoming environment to attract and retain health care professionals.
The Community Grant for the Retention of Health Care ... |
| May 27, 2024 | New PEI license plates recognize contributions of paramedics | CANADA, May 27 - New license plates will recognize the invaluable and courageous contributions of paramedics in Prince Edward Island.
The new paramedic license plate, available in English and French, features a red maple leaf and the Star o... |
| May 23, 2024 | Cycling safely into summer | CANADA, May 23 - As warmer weather arrives and bicycles emerge from winter storage, 82-year-old Sharon Creiger is getting ready to explore Prince Edward Island on her e-bike.
“I can’t recommend biking strongly enough to maintain your health... |
| May 11, 2024 | New flood guide and updated climate risk tools now available | CANADA, May 9 - New resources are available to help Islanders learn more about the risks of coastal and inland flooding, which is increasing due to climate change.
PEI’s 3000-kilometre coast is made up of beaches, sand dunes, cliffs, marshe... |
| May 10, 2024 | Saskatchewan Polytechnic and Government of Prince Edward Island sign program delivery agreement for internationally educated nurses | CANADA, May 9 - Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the Government of Prince Edward Island have entered into an agreement to help address the growing demand for qualified nurses in PEI.
The agreement facilitates the delivery of Sask Polytech's Tra... |
| Apr 27, 2024 | Sunny mornings, an e-bike and a bike lane make for an easy commute | CANADA, April 26 - For Sean Ledgerwood, the best part about driving his e-bike to work are the mornings.
“The mornings are beautiful, fresh, crisp air.”
Sean, an air and water monitoring supervisor with Environment, Energy and Climate Actio... |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Cleantech 101 with Sandra Moore, PEI’s first director of cleantech | CANADA, April 15 - “What the heck is cleantech?”
Sandra Moore laughs as she repeats the question that she has been asked many times since taking on her role as director of the Cleantech Academy and Innovation Centre with the provincial gove... |
| Apr 12, 2024 | Over 100,000 Pharmacy Plus PEI Assessments | CANADA, April 12 - Pharmacy Plus PEI is celebrating more than 100,000 assessments for certain common ailments or to renew eligible prescriptions since the launch of the program 18 months ago.
Pharmacy Plus PEI is available at 49 pharmacies ... |
| Apr 11, 2024 | New grants to expand Early Years Centres | CANADA, April 11 - The provincial government is announcing two new funding grants to support the expansion of child care spaces within Early Years Centres (EYCs) across the province.
The new EYC Expansion Capital Grant and the EYC Architect... |
| Mar 15, 2024 | Forest fire season begins | CANADA, March 15 - With active forest fires in other Canadian provinces, the provincial Forests, Fish and Wildlife division is reminding Islanders that PEI’s wildfire risk season runs from March 15 to November 15 each year.
Residents planni... |
| Mar 13, 2024 | Province modernizing Manure Management Guidelines | CANADA, March 13 - As the Province continues to focus on building the livestock sector across the Island, updates are being made to the Manure Management Guidelines as an additional resource for local farmers.
Last updated in 1999, the Prov... |
| Mar 11, 2024 | Province introduces instant permits for some property developments | CANADA, March 11 - Beginning March 11, Prince Edward Island residents looking to build accessory structures like decks or sheds on their property can receive permit approval instantly.
A permit is mandatory for building or developing on PEI... |
| Mar 8, 2024 | Free tax-help clinics offered to Islanders | CANADA, March 8 - Free tax-help clinics are currently available to Island residents with modest-to-no income and a simple tax situation who need assistance to complete their tax and benefit return.
Super Clinics will also be offered this ye... |
| Mar 4, 2024 | Forestry Commission wants feedback from Islanders | CANADA, March 4 - Islanders are invited to fill out a new survey on forest policy.
Towards A New Forest Policy – a discussion paper by the Prince Edward Island Forestry Commission contains 13 key issues related to forestry including the fut... |
| Mar 4, 2024 | Public feedback wanted on public library services | CANADA, March 4 - The province is asking for feedback from Islanders on public library services, programs, and resources across the province to help enhance the library experience for people.
An online survey running throughout the months o... |
| Feb 28, 2024 | Enhanced ATV registration will generate revenue for private trails | CANADA, February 28 - An enhanced ATV registration process will boost revenue for the PEI ATV Federation to connect and build private trails, support public safety and other initiatives.
An amendment to the Off Highway Vehicle Act passed se... |
| Feb 27, 2024 | New grant supports training for health care professionals | CANADA, February 26 - A new grant is available for education and training initiatives for health care professionals to expand or enhance their scope of practice.
The Scope of Practice for Health Care Professionals Grant provides funding for... |
| Feb 23, 2024 | Province releases five-year housing strategy | CANADA, February 23 - Today, the provincial government released a five-year housing strategy to guide efforts across the province to facilitate the growth of housing supply, provide more options for low-and medium-income residents, and supp... |
| Feb 22, 2024 | Province launches PEI’s population framework and introduces measures to slow down population growth | CANADA, February 22 - The Government of Prince Edward Island released today the provincial population framework and introduces a refocused approach to PEI’s immigration programs to align nominations with provincial pressures and priorities.... |
| Feb 20, 2024 | Government invests additional $2.7 million to increase social programs rates | CANADA, February 20 - Increases to social programs rates will come into effect on March 1, 2024 to expand support and resources to Island households receiving assistance.
Islanders receiving Social Assistance or Assured Income benefits will... |
| Feb 2, 2024 | More designated French language services available | CANADA, February 2 - The provincial government has added 21 new designated services under the French Language Services Act to give French-speaking Islanders better access to services in their language.
These services fall under the departme... |
| Feb 1, 2024 | Province receives Forestry Commission discussion paper | CANADA, February 1 - The Forestry Commission has presented government with a discussion paper about a plan for developing forest policy to carry Prince Edward Island into the future.
The discussion paper, Towards A New Forest Policy, contai... |
| Jan 15, 2024 | Applications open for free emergency measures training in P.E.I. | CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — P.E.I.’s Emergency Measures Organization will be hosting free training courses to help Islanders prepare for unexpected incidents.
The EMO’s emergency management training will be offered through a mix of online and i... |
| Jan 13, 2024 | Anti-Racism Grant funding available | CANADA, January 12 - Non-profit and charitable organizations are invited to apply for the 2024 round of Anti-Racism Grant funding.
Funding through this program will be used to develop and deliver Anti-Racism activities that benefit and impa... |
