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Grade 9 students at Stonepark Intermediate were recently encouraged to explore health care careers in a whole new way, thanks to a team from the Department of Health and Wellness. Clint Maramag, one... -
Health PEI is pleased to announce the arrival of its new Mobile Dental clinic, which will enhance access to oral health care across Prince Edward Island. The mobile clinic represents a significant... -
Major investments aimed at reducing food insecurity on Prince Edward Island are having a positive effect, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada. Those numbers show that the overall... -
A new interprovincial partnership between McMaster University and the Government of Prince Edward Island is expanding opportunities for internationally-trained physicians and addressing health... -
The first ATV pilot roads in Eastern Kings are now open, offering safe and legal connections to the private trail network in the area. The new pilot roads offer another 12 kilometres of ATV trails...
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PEI wildland firefighters heading to Saskatchewan and Manitoba
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Monday, June 2, 2025
Ten forest firefighters from the Island are in Saskatchewan to help with the wildfire situation in that province. There are also two Island forestry staff in Manitoba assisting with fires there in safety roles.
The province continues to be in a good position to respond to forest fire inside or outside of provincial borders. The Government of...
Prince Edward Island and Ontario partner to reduce internal trade barriers
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Monday, June 2, 2025
Premier Rob Lantz joined Ontario Premier Doug Ford to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that strengthens both provinces’ commitment to eliminating barriers to interprovincial trade and labour mobility.
This agreement, signed during First Minister Meetings in Saskatoon, builds on PEI’s Interprovincial Trade and Mobility Act and Ontario’s...
Statement by Minister Zack Bell on national Jumpstart Month
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Monday, June 2, 2025
Today the Honourable Zack Bell, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture, issued the following statement on Jumpstart Month:
“As Minister of Sport for Prince Edward Island, I am proud to recognize June as Jumpstart Month celebrating the incredible impact that accessible sport and recreation have on our communities.
This annual...
Highly visible coastal hazard signs warn of erosion and safety risks
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Friday, May 30, 2025
People travelling along PEI’s coastline can’t miss the bright and colourful signs placed in locations experiencing significant erosion and prone to flooding.
In contrast to the traditional green and yellow signage used by the province, these markers stand out and are hard to miss. With some of these areas posing potential danger due to erosion...
PEI invests $100,000 in scholarships for new cleantech programs
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Friday, May 30, 2025
Students enrolling in the new cleantech programs this September will have a chance to access scholarships designed to fuel the next generation of net-zero leaders.
A total of $100,000 in funding will support students entering the Sustainable Business Leadership Post-Graduate Certificate at Holland College and the Master of Cleantech Leadership...
Statement by Minister Bloyce Thompson on the International Day of the Potato
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Friday, May 30, 2025
Hon. Bloyce Thompson, Minister of Agriculture, issued the following statement on the International Day of the Potato:
"Prince Edward Island’s potato industry continues to be a cornerstone of our province’s identity, economy, and global reputation. From our dedicated growers and packers to the processors and distributors who bring PEI potatoes...
Statement by Premier Lantz on Brain Injury Awareness Month
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Friday, May 30, 2025
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Brain Injury Awareness Month:
“June is Brain Injury Awareness Month.
Brain injuries can happen in an instant and have lasting impacts, not just on those who experience them, but also on their families, caregivers, and communities.
These injuries often carry...
Adjustments to Net Zero and efficiencyPEI rebates
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Thursday, May 29, 2025
Rebate programs in PEI are being updated to prioritize actions that most effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions and electricity use.
Starting June 2, rebates to assist with the cost of home insulation, windows and doors are increasing 40 per cent. New home construction incentives will be increased and re-aligned to match national building...
Photo contest celebrating PEI agriculture
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Thursday, May 29, 2025
Back by popular demand, the Department of Agriculture is inviting Islanders to showcase and enjoy the sights of PEI’s primary industries.
The Celebrate PEI Agriculture photo contest is once again open and accepting photos that showcase the beauty of PEI’s agriculture industry.
“We are very fortunate to have an agriculture industry that drives...
Public Tender Issued for Asbestos Abatement at Kings County Memorial Hospital
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Thursday, May 29, 2025
Health PEI, in collaboration with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, will issue a public tender on Thursday for asbestos abatement work at Kings County Memorial Hospital (KCMH) in Montague.
KCMH was constructed in 1971, prior to the ban on asbestos-containing materials in building construction. A recent assessment identified...