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Statement by Premier Lantz on the by-elections for the districts of Charlottetown—Hillsborough Park and Brackley—Hunter River
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the by-elections for the districts Charlottetown—Hillsborough Park and Brackley—Hunter River: “This morning, Cabinet passed an order in council to allow Elections PEI to issue the writ of election...
Joint Statement from Medical Society of PEI, Department of Health and Wellness, and Health PEI on agreement to move forward with mediation to resolve outstanding items on Physician Service Agreement
Today, after agreeing to begin the mediation process with respect to the Physician Services Agreement, the Medical Society of PEI, Department of Health and Wellness, and Health PEI jointly issued the following statement: “Over the past number of days, Health PEI, the Department...
Province partners with community housing sector to purchase 116 units
The provincial government has partnered with three non-profit and co-operative housing organizations to increase affordable housing options for Islanders, acquiring 116 units since the partnership launched last year. Through the Community Housing Expansion Pilot, the province is...
Province approves 12 new long-term care beds at Tignish Seniors Home
Tignish residents requiring long-term care services now have the option to stay in their community after the provincial government approved 12 new beds at Tignish Seniors Home. Located in the heart of the community, Tignish Seniors Home is a non-profit organization, owned and...
Canada’s Energy and Mines Ministers Set Course to Accelerate Major Projects, Reach New Markets
Federal, provincial, and territorial energy and mining ministers met in Charlottetown from July 9 to 11, 2025, for the annual Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference (EMMC). The theme for the meeting was Securing the Future of Canada’s Energy and Mines Sectors, and was co-chaired...
Nominations Now Open for 2025 Senior Islander of the Year Award
Islanders have an opportunity to recognize a deserving resident for their contributions to their community with nominations opening today for the 2025 Senior Islander of the Year Award. The award celebrates the many contributions of Islanders 65 years and over and is meant to...
New program encourages growth for Prince Edward Island’s horticulture industry
A new Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) program is now available to Prince Edward Island horticulture producers to help diversify crops, adapt to changing climates, and increase the supply of Island food products in markets across Canada. The...
PEI continued to lead Canada in economic growth in 2024
The 2024 Annual Statistical Review shows that Prince Edward Island had the fastest growing provincial economy in the country again last year, with real GDP increasing by 3.6 per cent. PEI has exceeded national growth in nine of the last 10 years. “Although our economy has...
Celebrate the timeless charm of antique automobiles in July
Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Ernie Hudson has declared July Automotive Heritage Month and July 11 as Collector Car Appreciation Day in PEI at the request of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada. For sixteen years, antique vehicle owners across...
Finding holistic health at Eternal Wellness in Rustico
For many, Eternal Wellness in Rustico might look like just another wellness centre at first glance. But behind the weights and fitness classes is a powerful program helping people heal, grow, and connect, not just in body, but in mind and spirit, too. Thanks to support from the...