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The Land Matters Advisory Committee has completed its final report with recommendations on how land use, ownership, and planning can be improved in PEI. The report, Now is the Time, was developed by... -
Temporary shelter is available for Islanders in need, especially during extreme weather events or inclement weather. Islanders in urgent need of shelter can contact the temporary shelter referral... -
July has been declared as Automotive Heritage Month in Prince Edward Island by Transportation and Infrastructure Minister, James Aylward and members of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of... -
The new Hillsborough Bridge active transportation pathway is open, providing a key connection between the City of Charlottetown and the Town of Stratford. The new pathway was designed for human-... -
Islanders in need of affordable housing, assisted living or additional housing supports will have increased options through a continued community-led housing initiative. The provincial government...
Recent News
Two new cases of COVID-19 in PEI
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News Release
Monday, July 26, 2021
Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has announced two new cases of COVID-19 in Prince Edward Island.
The two new cases include a person in their 20s and one in their 30s who arrived in PEI from domestic travel outside of Atlantic Canada. Both are unvaccinated.
The two tested presumptive positive at the point of entry and were...
COVID-19 testing clinics hours changing
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News Release
Friday, July 23, 2021
COVID-19 testing availability is changing across the Island, but testing sites remain open daily for those who need it.
Testing sites in Montague and O’Leary will no longer be open.
The Slemon Park testing site will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Park Street testing clinic in Charlottetown will remain open on Saturdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m...
Public feedback wanted on upcoming legislative changes
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News Release
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
The Province is inviting Islanders to share their comments on upcoming legal changes to modernize some of the existing laws in PEI.
As part of the Province’s goal to continually modernize legislation to appropriately serve Island residents, three consultation papers are available online for people to review.
“Having modern, efficient...
COVID-19 funding for festivals and events
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News Release
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
A new funding program is available for festivals and events organizers to help offset costs associated with ensuring COVID-19 health and safety protocols are in place.
Organizers may be eligible for funding through the Festivals and Events Stability Program for expenses related to increased health and safety measures, such as:
cleaning...
PEI Healthy School Food Program moves to new non-profit organization
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News Release
Monday, July 19, 2021
The successful PEI Healthy School Food Program which launched across Island schools in September 2020, will transition to a new non-profit organization that will continue to provide Island students with healthy, affordable, and locally sourced (whenever possible) lunch options.
The newly formed non-profit organization, PEI School Food Program Inc...
Islanders taking advantage of Universal Electric Vehicle Incentive
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News Release
Friday, July 16, 2021
Islanders have purchased more than 100 electric vehicles (EVs) since the Universal Electric Vehicle Incentive was announced this Spring. Based on this positive response from Islanders and dealerships, government has increased the funding allocation by $1 million to ensure more than 100 additional EVs are on Island roads.
“We have set out to...
Souris Show Hall spruced up through provincial program funding
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News Release
Friday, July 16, 2021
The Souris Show Hall, a century-old landmark, may see new life as a local cultural centre thanks in part to funding through programs under the provincial Rural Growth Initiative.
The Souris Show Hall Foundation Ltd. which operates the hall, received a total of $21,500 from provincial government. Under the Community Revitalization Program, $9,000...
Land matters final report and recommendations available
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News Release
Thursday, July 15, 2021
The Land Matters Advisory Committee has completed its final report with recommendations on how land use, ownership, and planning can be improved in PEI.
The report, Now is the Time, was developed by the committee with information from previous land reports and public input through a survey and more than 20 stakeholder presentations. The report...
Annual Statistical Review recaps 2020 pandemic year
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News Release
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
The Annual Statistical Review released today, provides an analysis of the province’s economic state, shows areas that were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and highlights the resilience of PEI’s economy.
The 47th edition gathers data from provincial government departments, the private sector, and Statistics Canada to provide a socio-economic...
Program helps new fishers prepare to join industry
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News Release
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
The provincial government is renewing the Future Fisher Program to continue providing assistance and advice to new entrants to the Island lobster industry.
The program offers mentoring and financial support for new entrants to the Island lobster fishery and helps them become knowledgeable on various aspects of the fishery to better position them...