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Prince Edward Island will move to further relax restrictions within the province as phase 3 begins on June 1. Dr. Morrison reminded Islanders that continuing to practice physical distancing,... -
Today, the Province of Prince Edward Island announced further details about the expansion of child care services as the province begins to ease public health measures. The plan for child care... -
Islanders and fishers are ready for the opening of Prince Edward Island’s spring lobster season tomorrow as the province moves through the Renew PEI, Together phase of the pandemic. “Our Island... -
Today, the Province of Prince Edward Island provide an update on government operations and financial supports for Islanders as the province plans for phase 2 of Renew PEI, Together. “Our province... -
Applications are now open for Island businesses and employers to apply for a temporary wage top-up for essential workers and funding to purchase health and safety protective measures in their...
Recent News
Islanders reducing greenhouse gas emissions
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News Release
Friday, June 5, 2020
To celebrate World Environment Day, Minister Natalie Jameson thanked Islanders for their continued efforts to reduce the Island’s greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.
Between 2017 and 2018, in Prince Edward Island, there was a reduction of about 25,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions according to the latest information. This is...
Liquid manure found in Cousins Pond
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News Release
Friday, June 5, 2020
Conservation and environment officers responded to a report of a major liquid manure spill in the evening of June 3, 2020.
The spill impacted approximately four kilometers between the stream near Irishtown to the North Shore at Cousins Pond. Over 500 deceased fish were observed and collected as legal evidence near the impacted site.
Silt fences...
New initiative to clean-up Island shores, protect the environment
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News Release
Friday, June 5, 2020
Today, the province announced the Cleaning Our Shoreline initiative as part of its commitment to protecting the environment and keeping coastal shoreline and waters healthy.
The Cleaning Our Shoreline initiative will start on Monday, June 8, in accordance with World Oceans Day. Island students have been hired through the Jobs for Youth Program...
Additional government services and provincial spaces re-open to Islanders
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News Release
Friday, May 29, 2020
Islanders will be able to access more public services and spaces on Monday, June 1 when further COVID-19 public health measures are relaxed as the province moves into Phase 3 of the Renew PEI, Together plan.
During today’s sitting of the Legislative Assembly Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Steven Myers provided an update on...
Education and child care services to expand in June
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News Release
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Island children and families will have more access to child care and in-school services when some public health restrictions are relaxed on June 1.
“We are fortunate in PEI to be in a position where we can safely renew many services that are very important to children and working parents. Educators are excited about seeing the children and...
Prince Edward Island prepares for Phase 3 of Renew PEI Together plan
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News Release
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Prince Edward Island will move to further relax restrictions within the province as phase 3 begins on June 1.
Dr. Morrison reminded Islanders that continuing to practice physical distancing, washing your hands with soap and water, staying home when feeling ill, and following other public health measures will continue to be important as some...
Premier King announces Renew PEI: Council for Recovery and Growth
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News Release
Monday, May 25, 2020
Premier Dennis King announced today a team of skilled, innovative thinkers to help lead the effort to establish a plan for recovery and growth potential for Prince Edward Island over the next one, two, five and ten years.
The Council for Recovery and Growth, consisting of twenty-eight Islanders from various backgrounds and organizations, will...
Public consultation on PEI’s energy legislation moving forward
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News Release
Monday, May 25, 2020
The Government of Prince Edward Island is reviewing energy legislation and is inviting Islanders, businesses, communities and energy partners to provide their feedback starting today.
“Energy is key to our long-term sustainability goals in Prince Edward Island. Some of the major considerations include community energy generation, getting PEI...
Domestic backyard burning permits now available online
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News Release
Friday, May 22, 2020
As part of the provincial government’s COVID-19 adaptation efforts, Island property owners can now apply for domestic burning permits online rather than driving to the nearest Forests, Fish and Wildlife office.
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Forests, Fish and Wildlife offices remain closed as part of COVID-19 public health measures so...
Some government services safely reopen to Islanders
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News Release
Friday, May 22, 2020
Islanders are reminded that some provincial government services are safely re-opening to the public today as part of Phase 2 of the Renew PEI, Together plan.
Last week, Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Steven Myers provided an update on government services that are resuming on May 22. Islanders are encouraged to visit the...