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Islanders invited to join community sessions to provide feedback on AccessAbility Supports and Residential Services Programs
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News Release
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
The provincial government wants to hear from Islanders as it undertakes a review of the AccessAbility Supports (AAS) Program to determine whether it is supporting residents living with disabilities to access the supports they need to reach their full potential.
The Residential Services Program is being reviewed at the same time, as the two...
Minimum wage increase reminder
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Minimum wage in Prince Edward Island will increase from $15.40 to $16 per hour on October 1.
The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage annually and provides their recommendation to government.
For more information, visit: Minimum Wage Order (Board and Lodging).
Media contact:
Brooke Miller
Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning...
Free shingles vaccine program expanded to include Islanders 50 and over
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Monday, September 16, 2024
The Government of Prince Edward Island is lowering the age eligibility for the free shingles vaccine from 60 to 50, effective immediately.
Appointments for the Shingrix Vaccine can be booked by contacting a PEI community pharmacy directly. For the best protection, two lifetime doses are required, given between two and six months apart. The cost...
Rent Support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence in Prince Edward Island
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Friday, September 13, 2024
The federal and provincial governments announced an enhancement to the Canada Housing Benefit (CHB) that will provide financial support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence. The two governments are investing nearly $6 million each to help survivors cover housing expenses such as rent, mortgage payments, and property taxes.
This was announced...
Child, Youth and Family Services Act proclaimed
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Monday, September 9, 2024
The Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) that was passed in the fall 2023 sitting of the Legislative Assembly has been proclaimed and is now in effect.
The CYFSA replaces the Child Protection Act and makes key enhancements to the fundamental rights of children in Prince Edward Island and to the responsibilities of the Department of...
Increased funding to help Island seniors stay independent in their homes
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Thursday, September 5, 2024
Island seniors eligible for the Seniors Independence Initiative (SII) can now access up to $1,800 annually for practical services that make it easier for them to remain in their own homes and communities.
The SII program provides financial assistance for services such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, medical alert system...
Statement by Premier King on the first day of the 2024/2025 School Year
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Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the first day of the 2024/2025 School Year:
“As the new school year begins, I extend a warm welcome back to all students, teachers, and staff members across the Island.
To our students, your enthusiasm and curiosity bring life to our Island classrooms. I wish...
Expansion of PEI Insulin Pump Program
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Friday, August 30, 2024
The PEI Government is expanding insulin pump coverage so that all medically eligible residents who are living with type 1 diabetes, regardless of age, can get help with the costs for this treatment as of September 1.
The PEI Insulin Pump Program provides financial assistance to eligible residents to help offset the cost of their insulin pump and...
Feedback wanted on licensing recruiters of foreign workers
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Thursday, August 29, 2024
Government invites the public to provide their input on new draft regulations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act.
The Act includes a requirement for foreign national recruiters to be licenced. The proposed regulations contain added details about the licensing requirements for recruiters. Once the consultations on the proposed...
Nominations open for the 2024 Joe Smallwood Memorial Recognition Award
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Thursday, August 29, 2024
Premier Dennis King announced today that nominations are open for the 2024 Joe Smallwood Recognition Award.
The award is in memory of longtime horseman Joe Smallwood and was established to recognize individuals who have made a positive impact on the harness racing industry on Prince Edward Island at the grassroots level. The award was created in...