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Recommendations from a user group review about the future use of the Confederation Trail are now available. The recommendations stem from input collected through an Island-wide public engagement... -
“I was walking with two canes prior to being diagnosed with Ankylosing spondylitis,” said Samuel (Sam) Buchanan. Ankylosing Spondylitis is a form of arthritis that causes inflammation of the spine... -
Applications are open for the 2024-2025 round of the Anti-Racism Microgrant with a total of $100,000 available – up from $50,000 in the last round of funding. The funding will support community-led... -
After many years working in the fast-paced environment of a surgical unit, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Tonya Crosby never imagined she would find joy working in palliative care. “I didn’t know... -
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on World Polio Day: “World Polio Day is an opportunity to raise awareness in the fight for a polio-free world....
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Pharmacy Plus PEI program marks two-year anniversary
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News Release
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
This month marks the two-year anniversary of Pharmacy Plus PEI, with more than 143,000 assessments conducted since the program started.
The Pharmacy Plus PEI program supports 50 participating pharmacies in 16 communities across the province to renew eligible prescriptions and assess people for certain common ailments and conditions.
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Walking with compassion – The role of Hospital Chaplain Reverend Paul Wilkie
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Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Ordained in the Anglican Church, Reverend Paul Wilkie spent more than a decade in parish ministry before recognizing his calling to hospital chaplaincy. Rev. Wilkie has served as the hospital chaplain at Prince County Hospital since 2006, a role that embodies the essence of spiritual care in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape.
Wilkie’s work...
Community input needed for upcoming school calendar planning
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News Release
Monday, October 21, 2024
Island residents are invited to share their input on the upcoming school calendar for 2025-26.
The school calendar outlines key dates for the upcoming year, including when classes are in session, teacher training days, parent-teacher interviews, and school holidays. Every school calendar balances student instructional time and professional...
Feedback wanted on modernized Employment Standards Act
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Monday, October 21, 2024
Government invites the public to provide their input on the proposed replacement of the current Employment Standards Act.
A panel did a comprehensive review of the Employment Standards Act over a two-year period and provided recommendations in a final report last November. Given the significant number of legislative changes recommended by the...
Province partnering with the Atlantic Police Academy to offer Correctional Officer Training Program
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Monday, October 21, 2024
The Province, in partnership with the Atlantic Police Academy (APA), is offering Island residents the opportunity to pursue a career in correctional services at a reduced cost.
The Correctional Officer Training Program will develop 12 students’ skills and knowledge on intervention and de-escalation strategies, crisis management, Canadian law,...
Statement by Premier King on Small Business Week
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Monday, October 21, 2024
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Small Business Week:
“This week, we celebrate and thank the small businesses that are the backbone of our Island’s economy and communities. These businesses play a crucial role in our towns and cities, driving innovation and creating jobs for Islanders.
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Feedback wanted from Island residents on upcoming changes to PEI Coroners Act
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News Release
Friday, October 18, 2024
The Province is inviting residents to share their opinion on changes to provincial legislation.
Through a collaboration between PEI’s Department of Health and Wellness, Health PEI, the Department of Justice and Public Safety and the Chief Coroner’s Office, changes to the PEI Coroners Act are being proposed. These changes include clarifications...
Islanders encouraged to get their free flu and COVID-19 vaccines this fall
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Thursday, October 17, 2024
With respiratory illness season approaching, Islanders are urged to protect themselves and those around them by getting vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19. Vaccination is a proven way to reduce the spread of these illnesses and keep communities healthy.
“Vaccines continue to be one of the best tools we have to stop the spread of...
The Honourable Dr. Wassim Salamoun installed as the 43rd Lieutenant Governor of PEI
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Thursday, October 17, 2024
The Honourable Dr. Wassim Salamoun was installed as the 43rd Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island in a ceremony today at the Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown.
“I would like to congratulate His Honour, Dr. Wassim Salamoun, for becoming PEI’s 43rd Lieutenant Governor. His extensive professional career and community...
PEI 2023-2024 Public Accounts show continued growth
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Friday, October 11, 2024
Today, the Government of PEI released all three volumes of Public Accounts which include the audited financial results for government from the 2023-2024 fiscal year and report a deficit of $14.8 million.
The 2023-2024 fiscal year deficit is less than the $97.6 million budgeted deficit released in spring 2023, partly due to revenues being $47.2...