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Future social housing options continue to expand for families and seniors in need of support, within eleven different Island communities. Through the Affordable Housing Development Program, the... -
Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the... -
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Rendez-vous de la Francophonie (RVF) and to highlight this, the theme is Celebrations. March is recognized as the month of Francophonie around the world.... -
The Province will be adding another 26 social housing units for people in the rural communities of Kensington, Alberton and Mount Stewart. The new mixed social housing complexes will include a 10-... -
Each year, the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure undertakes the important task of maintaining our Island roads during PEI’s increasingly unpredictable winter months. As weather...
Recent News
Temporary closure of the Orthoptics Clinic
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News Release
Thursday, March 23, 2023
The public is advised of the temporary closure of the Orthoptics Clinic at the Polyclinic, located at 199 Grafton Street, Charlottetown. All appointments for the remainder of Thursday and Friday are cancelled.
The clinic will re-open as scheduled Monday, March 27. Patients will be contacted at that time to reschedule missed appointments.
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Additional COVID-19 booster dose guidance for individuals at high risk of severe illness
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News Release
Thursday, March 16, 2023
Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, encourages individuals in PEI who are at high risk of severe illness to receive an additional COVID-19 booster dose to book an appointment if it has been 6 months since their last dose (and 3 months since a COVID-19 infection).
On March 3, 2023, the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (...
Spring weight restrictions
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News Release
Friday, March 10, 2023
Spring weight restrictions for Island roads will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, March 11.
Weight restrictions help to reduce damage to – and preserve the province’s investment in – Prince Edward Island’s highway network. The department appreciates the cooperation of the trucking industry in complying with weight restrictions and road postings...
Public Notice
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News Release
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
A general election has been called in Prince Edward Island for April 3, 2023.
Throughout the election period, government services will remain available as always, but advertising and communications activities, and updates to our website, will be limited.
This includes web content and social media updates.
Paid advertisements, including print,...
Former Police Chief Dave Poirier to lead review of provincial response to Hurricane Fiona
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News Release
Friday, March 3, 2023
Former Summerside Police Chief Dave Poirier will work with officials within the province’s Emergency Measures Organization, external consultants, and engage with stakeholders from across the province to conduct a comprehensive review of the provincial response to Hurricane Fiona and make recommendations to improve preparedness, response, and...
More funding available to build resilient communities
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News Release
Friday, March 3, 2023
Island not-for-profit organizations and municipalities can access financial assistance to further develop rural areas of Prince Edward Island.
Through the Community Revitalization Program (CRP), municipalities and incorporated not-for-profit organizations can request financial support for infrastructure projects that are culturally, socially and...
More medication coverage for Islanders
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News Release
Friday, March 3, 2023
Provincial drug coverage is increasing to reduce the copay eligible Islanders spend on many prescription medicines and to expand access to the Catastrophic Drug Program and the High Cost Drug Program.
These changes will happen through the federal-provincial Improving Access to Affordable Prescription Drugs (IAAPD) program to reduce out-of-pocket...
New recruitment incentives to strengthen healthcare workforce on PEI
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News Release
Friday, March 3, 2023
The province is increasing the financial recruitment incentives for registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and midwives and adding a new financial incentive for licensed practical nurses, to improve healthcare for people in all areas PEI.
These enhanced recruitment incentives will help to stabilize the healthcare workforce and make Prince Edward...
PEI Cancer Action Plan to improve cancer prevention and care
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News Release
Friday, March 3, 2023
Prince Edward Island has released a five-year action plan that provides a clear path to reduce cancer risks, advance high-quality care and support Islanders who are impacted by the disease.
The PEI Cancer Action Plan 2023-2028: Making a Difference Together, provides direction to strengthen the cancer care system and provide people more support...
Province announces another 111 social housing units
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News Release
Friday, March 3, 2023
Future social housing options continue to expand for families and seniors in need of support, within eleven different Island communities.
Through the Affordable Housing Development Program, the Province of Prince Edward Island has partnered with Pan American Properties to create 111 social housing units while also supporting another 111 market...