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Coughing? Short of breath? A self-assessment may help determine if you should be tested for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a lung disease that causes coughing, wheezing and fatigue... -
Generations after residential schools eroded many indigenous languages, the Mi’kmaq version of our national anthem is ringing through Prince Edward Island schools, sung by Island children. It is a... -
Island cancer patients requiring radiation therapy are now benefiting from more advanced treatment available thanks to new technology at the PEI Cancer Treatment Centre. A new $10 million state-of-... -
At Confound Films’ office, atop Receiver Coffee on Charlottetown’s historic Victoria Row, there is a unique piece of furniture. It’s a coffee table made from the trunk of a 100-year-old maple tree... -
A new cooking class is promoting nutrition in PEI’s Indigenous community by helping participants combine traditional dishes with modern methods. Melody Hyde, dietitian and health promotion...
Recent News
Children’s Commissioner and Advocate to improve the well-being of children and youth
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Friday, January 18, 2019
Supporting Island families
Investing in the well-being of children and youth through enhanced community and government collaboration, service navigation and advocacy will allow Island families to reach their full potential.
The Government of Prince Edward Island has named Michele Dorsey, Queen’s Counsel, as the new Children’s Commissioner and...
Should you be tested for COPD?
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Monday, January 21, 2019
Coughing? Short of breath? A self-assessment may help determine if you should be tested for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a lung disease that causes coughing, wheezing and fatigue.
COPD is a major cause of hospitalization on Prince Edward Island, second only to childbirth as the reason for admissions. In fact, an estimated 8,...
National non-smoking week – it’s time to quit
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News Release
Friday, January 18, 2019
January 20 – 26, 2019 is National Non-Smoking Week and Islanders are encouraged to join the Canadian wide movement to quit smoking and celebrate those who have successfully quit.
“I want to encourage all Islanders who smoke to take the first step to become smoke-free,” said Health and Wellness Minister Robert Mitchell. “While quitting smoking...
Stroke program receives national accreditation
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Friday, January 18, 2019
Prince Edward Island’s Stroke Care Program is among the first in the country to be recognized by Accreditation Canada with Distinction in Stroke Service status, meeting national standards for stroke care excellence.
Achieving Distinction indicates that Health PEI’s Stroke Care Program has demonstrated national leadership in the provision of high-...
Island company takes ownership of biomass heating units
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Thursday, January 17, 2019
The biomass heating units at provincial buildings across Prince Edward Island are now fully owned and operated by an Island company thanks to financing provided by the Provincial Government.
Atlantic Bioheat Inc now owns 11 boilers with another under construction at Hernewood School. Finance PEI provided $5.8 million in repayable financing to...
More students are benefitting from psychological assessments
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Thursday, January 17, 2019
A new three-year plan is speeding up access to assessments and supports that help students succeed in school.
Since a new $2 million, three-year psychology strategy was announced one year ago this week, investments were made in key areas to assess more students earlier.
As a result, the wait time for an assessment has decreased to two years and...
Province invests in new bridge for North Lake
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Thursday, January 17, 2019
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A new bridge will be built in North Lake Harbour to improve clearance for boat traffic and provide better access to facilities in the area.
The provincial government is investing $2.5 million to replace the existing bridge with a taller, more modern structure. Construction will begin this year.
“As the...
Climate adaptation recognized by Engineers PEI
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Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Investing in infrastructure
Inter-tidal reefs in Souris are successfully protecting the causeway and shoreline from the effects of climate change and storm surge events.
Engineers PEI have recognized this innovative engineering project with the 2018 Environment Award.
"The Engineers PEI Environment Award recognizes an outstanding engineering...
Oh Kanata - Learning Canada's national anthem in Mi’kmaq
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Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Generations after residential schools eroded many indigenous languages, the Mi’kmaq version of our national anthem is ringing through Prince Edward Island schools, sung by Island children.
It is a beautiful and poignant example of reconciliation efforts we can each make in small ways and Island filmmaker Harmony Wagner was compelled to document...
Island scrap metal business will reduce waste going into landfills
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Tuesday, January 15, 2019
The new owners of a scrap metal business in Charlottetown will be reducing the amount of waste going into provincial landfill sites.
Clinton Myers and John Ross and Sons have recently purchased A&S Scrap Metal and will acquire a new shredder and required accessories to separate ferrous metals in cars and other machinery into various...