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The health and safety of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island. Communities across Canada are on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic, and need... -
The Community Outreach Centre will move to its new home at 241 Euston Street in Charlottetown tomorrow. The centre will continue to be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and offer support... -
Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Brain Injury Awareness Month: “Brain injury changes your life and it changes the lives of those around you. June... -
Islanders are being asked to provide input on a new agricultural policy framework that will strengthen agriculture and agri-food sectors in PEI and Canada. Islanders can submit their input and... -
Premier Dennis King and Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison have unveiled a new Moving Forward plan, a balanced and measured approach to relaxing COVID-19 public health measures. “...
Recent News
Atlantic Canadians can now apply for the PEI Pass
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Thursday, June 17, 2021
The Province is introducing the PEI Pass to help facilitate travel to Prince Edward Island.
The PEI Pass is a multi-use form that will expedite entry to the province effective June 27 at the points of entry and confirms Islanders and travellers meet the appropriate criteria to be exempt from self-isolation in PEI after travel within the Atlantic...
Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in 11 community infrastructure projects in Western PEI
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Thursday, June 17, 2021
The health and safety of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island. Communities across Canada are on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic, and need immediate assistance to ensure their public infrastructure is safe and reliable.
Today, Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the...
More funding and supports available for Island seniors
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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Program changes provide more money and supports to help Island seniors living in their own homes.
The Seniors Independence Initiative offers financial assistance for light housekeeping, home maintenance, snow removal, grass cutting, meal preparation, and transportation. Improvements to the program means better access to these services, as...
Atlantic Provinces Sign New Memorandum of Understanding for Aquaculture
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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
The ministers responsible for aquaculture in the Atlantic Provinces have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the ongoing development and management of their industries, based on common principles. This extends the previous MOU signed in 2008.
Aquaculture is an important economic driver for rural, coastal and Indigenous communities...
Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in education and active transportation infrastructure to help reduce the impacts of COVID-19
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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
The health and safety of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island. Communities across Canada are on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic, and need immediate assistance to ensure their public infrastructure is safe and reliable.
Today, Wayne Easter, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the...
New program recognizes sport coaches and enhances safe sport on PEI
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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
A new program encourages sport coaches to become trained and certified to help improve sport safety and enhance the experience for Island athletes.
Prince Edward Island’s new vip coaching program recognizes the contributions of qualified coaches across the province by creating a coaching community, providing professional development opportunities...
Moving Forward plan accelerates for PEI
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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Premier Dennis King and Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, have announced changes to the Moving Forward reopening plan for PEI.
“The decision to advance our Moving Forward reopening plan is a testament to the controls and measures we have put in place, the high level of adherence of public health measures by Islanders, and our...
Statement from Hon. Natalie Jameson
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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Hon. Natalie Jameson, Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning issued the following statement:
“The last few days have been difficult ones for our community, in particular our students and staff at East Wiltshire. I felt it was important to take the time to listen and better understand what happened and how I can make it better. I thank the...
Stroke supports available for Islanders through virtual healthcare
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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
June is Stroke Awareness Month and a good time for Islanders to discuss signs of stroke, risk factors and prevention and support programs available in-person and virtually.
In PEI, stroke patients can communicate with their healthcare professionals securely using phone, video, text and email.
“Virtual healthcare appointments are useful for a...
Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in Charlottetown healthcare and recreation facilities
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Monday, June 14, 2021
The health and safety of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island. Communities across Canada are on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic, and need immediate assistance to ensure their public infrastructure is safe and reliable.
Today, Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the...