Recent News
Access PEI services at Queen Elizabeth Hospital now permanent
Access PEI’s mobile service at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is now permanent following a successful four‑month pilot, making it easier for Islanders to access government services. During the pilot, Access PEI scheduled more than 90 appointments and delivered over 100...
Statement by Minister Ramsay on World Elder Abuse Day and Seniors Loneliness Awareness Week
Minister of Social Development and Seniors Barb Ramsay issued the following statement: "Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and June 15 – 21 is also Seniors Loneliness Awareness Week. These important issues are closely connected. When we stay in touch, we help older adults...
Province invests in infrastructure to support housing growth in Alberton
The Government of Prince Edward Island is investing $1.2 million to support new housing and community growth in Alberton. This investment supports the province’s Building Together housing strategy by accelerating housing supply and addressing the needs of a growing population. It...
New project paves the way for housing in Wellington
The Government of Prince Edward Island is investing $380,000 to support new housing in Wellington. This investment supports the province’s Building Together housing strategy by accelerating housing supply and addressing the needs of a growing population. It reflects ongoing...
New charitable lottery legislation proclaimed
The new Charitable Lotteries Act, which was passed in the spring 2026 sitting of the Legislative Assembly, will come into force on June 30, 2026. The legislation regulates fundraising where participants buy tickets or pay an entry fee, for a chance to win a prize, and the...
New Employment Standards Act coming into force
On June 30, Prince Edward Island will bring the new Employment Standards Act into force , which modernizes and strengthens the rights and obligations of employees and employers. An independent Comprehensive Review Panel completed extensive policy and consultation work over a two...
Health PEI Medicare Services Office temporarily closed to the public beginning June 15
Health PEI advises that the Medicare Services Office at 126 Douses Road in Montague will be closed to the public beginning June 15, 2026, for approximately four weeks due to building renovations. Medicare Services will continue to be available by phone, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4...
Building better roads: The science behind Mount Stewart’s Testing Lab
Does it pass the test? That’s the question being asked every day at the Transportation Materials Testing Lab in Mount Stewart. Before a new stretch of pavement is laid, samples of soil, stone, asphalt, and concrete must make the grade at the lab. The work done here plays a behind...
New strategy aims to reduce youth cyberviolence
A new cyberviolence prevention strategy is focused on reducing digital harms and promoting safer online spaces for youth across the province. The Provincial Youth Cyberviolence Prevention Strategy includes plans to improve digital well-being and reduce cyberbullying by...
Provincial court judge appointed
Jonah Clements has been appointed the newest judge of the Provincial Court of Prince Edward Island. Clements begins his role today, June 3, 2026. He is replacing Judge Nancy Orr who has elected to now serve as a part-time judge. The judges of the provincial court have...