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As provincial road crews continue clearing debris from roads, ditches and curbs, debris removal services are now being expanded to include clean-up around homes. “We know Islanders need help... -
Glen Stewart Primary and Stratford Elementary students will have more and better spaces to learn when they return to school this week. A new $5 million addition at Stratford Elementary was completed... -
Changes and upgrades to the dialysis and palliative care units at Western Hospital mean better care close to home for residents in the area. The hemodialysis unit was renovated to make it bigger... -
Additional investments in rental support will provide greater stability and security for low-income Islanders and seniors. Today, the Government of Prince Edward Island announced an additional $2... -
A new modernized library will serve the changing needs of Islanders at a larger, accessible location in the Dominion Building in downtown Charlottetown. “Like everything else, libraries need to...
Recent News
Arts grants applications now open to Island artists
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News Release
Friday, September 20, 2019
Prince Edward Island professional artists are invited to apply for funding during the fall 2019 round of arts grants to support their growth and creativity
Applications for funding can be submitted online at Arts Grants program for three types of grants: creation, dissemination, and professional development. The deadline to apply is Friday,...
Online child care subsidy calculator provides easy access to information
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News Release
Friday, September 20, 2019
Islanders now have access to quick, online information about their qualification for help with early learning and child care costs.
A bilingual Child Care Subsidy Calculator has been created, to help families determine their eligibility for the child care subsidy program and get an estimate of the portion of child care costs, if any, they would...
Adult Islanders have better access to mental health support with online service
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News Release
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Adult Islanders who are dealing with anxiety and nervousness have faster and easier access to help and supports through an online program.
The new program, ICAN (Conquer Anxiety and Nervousness), educates adults about anxiety and gives them life-long skills to help deal with anxiety, depression and cope with stress.
“Islanders will benefit...
Government assisting Islanders with further debris removal
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News Release
Thursday, September 19, 2019
As provincial road crews continue clearing debris from roads, ditches and curbs, debris removal services are now being expanded to include clean-up around homes.
“We know Islanders need help safely removing larger debris from their yards. The province is engaging provincial road crews - and private contractors if necessary - to expand debris...
New Community Housing Fund accepting applications for help with housing projects
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News Release
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Islanders in need of assisted living or increased home support will have more help and options through new community-led housing projects.
Non-profits, community-based service organizations, municipalities and developers can now apply for financial support through the new Community Housing Fund – a partnership between the Canadian Mental Health...
Government delivers emergency funding to Islanders
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News Release
Saturday, September 14, 2019
Islanders will be able to access emergency funding from government in the coming days to help recover costs associated with damages following Hurricane Dorian.
The province’s first-ever Provincial Disaster Assistance Program will be rolled out early next week to help Islanders with costs to repair or replace uninsurable, essential basic property...
Patient privacy and staff safety to improve at Kings County Memorial Hospital
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News Release
Friday, September 13, 2019
Patient privacy and staff safety will greatly improve as a result of renovations at Kings County Memorial Hospital (KCMH) in Montague that start on Monday, September 16.
Improvements will be carried out on the front entrance to ensure patient confidentiality when registering for the emergency department or ambulatory care services and to improve...
Storm response
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News Release
Friday, September 13, 2019
Government appreciates the patience of Islanders as PEI Emergency Measures Organization, along with our emergency response partners, focus on life safety in the first week of storm response.
“We thank the emergency responders who have been fighting fires and saving lives, and government is focusing efforts on helping the most vulnerable,” said...
More help available for people at Island food banks during storm recovery
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News Release
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
More help is available to Islanders who need it through Island food banks as part of response and recovery efforts following Hurricane Dorian.
Island food banks will provide immediate food relief to Islanders, particularly the most vulnerable, who lost power and may be relying on the support of food banks in the interim.
“I’m so glad that our...
Premier’s statement on the re-election of Premier Pallister
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Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Premier Dennis King has issued the following statement on the result of the Manitoba election:
“I extend my congratulations to Premier Pallister and his party on their re-election. I had the pleasure of recently meeting Premier Pallister at the Council of the Federation meetings. He is a proud and passionate Manitoban and Canadian.
“Prince...