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Statement by Premier King on Islander Day
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Friday, February 14, 2025
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Islander Day:
“As Islander Day approaches, I encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on what it means to be an Islander and to celebrate the place we call home.
We see what it means to be an Islander every day—in the way we support one another, take...
Islanders asked to share feedback to enhance Access PEI sites
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Thursday, February 13, 2025
The Province is inviting residents to share their experiences and ideas to enhance Access PEI services and buildings.
As the population grows, conducting a survey is crucial to ensure Access PEI locations continue to meet residents’ needs. Public input will helps assess whether offices are welcoming, safe, and accessible, while also ensuring...
Federal and provincial governments helping build new homes in Cornwall
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Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Today, the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island announced over $16 million to build 46 new homes in Cornwall.
This investment is part of the federal government's broader commitment through the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF) which the Government of Canada has committed $10.34 billion to support the creation of over 40,000 units and the...
Province implements actions on land
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Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Today, the Minister of Housing, Land and Communities, Steven Myers announced immediate actions in support of local municipal governments, resident engagement and the protection of land in PEI.
This includes starting community engagement on a province-wide land-use plan for the Island and the Municipal Government Act, ensuring transparency and...
Applications open for the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund in PEI
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Tuesday, February 11, 2025
The Government of Canada and Province of Prince Edward Island signed a new $86.2-million agreement to accelerate housing development, increase density, and help meet the growing demand for affordable housing.
The new funding through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) will support capital or planning projects to build, expand or...
Province launches new multiyear school calendar
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Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Island students will be returning to class as early as Thursday, September 4, 2025 for 181 instructional days planned for the 2025-26 school year.
Following the school calendar survey conducted in October 2024, the Province will be introducing for the first time, a multiyear calendar for upcoming school years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. The new...
Health PEI contacts patients impacted by privacy breach
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Monday, February 10, 2025
Health PEI has sent letters to people impacted by a breach of privacy that occurred at Prince County Hospital, involving patient medical records in the provincial electronic hospital record system.
Health PEI discovered this fall that an employee of the hospital had viewed patient records without permission. An initial investigation discovered...
Recipients for latest round of Anti-Racism Grants and Microgrants
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Friday, February 7, 2025
Fifteen community organizations will receive a total of $375,000 in provincial funding for projects that promote cultural diversity, inclusion and efforts that help address racism.
The recipients were announced today at a networking event that brought together past and present grant recipients. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about the...
Islanders encouraged to celebrate Early Childhood Educators Week
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Thursday, February 6, 2025
The Province is recognizing early childhood educators for their many contributions in helping our Island children to grow, learn, and reach their fullest potential.
From February 3-7, Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Week celebrates the essential role these professionals play in fostering growth, learning and development, and wellbeing in Island...
Discover winter magic at Mark Arendz Provincial Ski Park
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Wednesday, February 5, 2025
While the slopes attract thrill-seekers, Mark Arendz Provincial Ski Park at Brookvale offers more than just skiing and snowboarding.
The park has many snow-based activities for everyone to enjoy.
Erin Curley, the park’s Operations Lead, says there’s plenty for locals and visitors to enjoy this time of year and itdoesn’t matter if you’re an avid...