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Nominations are open for the environmental awards recognizing Islanders who make outstanding contributions to protecting and enhancing Prince Edward Island’s environment. There are three award... -
Effective November 20, 2020, non-medical masks or face coverings will be mandatory in all indoor public spaces in Prince Edward Island. Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, says the... -
The government of Prince Edward Island will help the province’s seed potato growers with an assistance program to compensate for the negative effects COVID-19 has had on their industry. The Seed... -
The Active Transportation Fund (AT Fund) was announced in late 2019 as part of the Sustainable Transportation Action Plan. The AT Fund helps build new walking and bike paths, install paved road... -
Every provincial government department now has a designated climate change coordinator to help with the province’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and plan for climate change. “As an...
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Nominate an environmental change-maker for an award
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News Release
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Nominations are open for the environmental awards recognizing Islanders who make outstanding contributions to protecting and enhancing Prince Edward Island’s environment.
There are three award categories: individual, organization and school. Nominations are open until January 15, 2021 at Environmental Award Nominations or by phone 902 368-5024...
Access PEI Summerside Closing for Remainder of Day
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News Release
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
The Access Summerside building will be closing immediately due to air quality issues associated with boiler operations.
All other departments in the building will also close for the day. Access Summerside will re-open tomorrow for regular business hours, 8:30am to 5:00pm.
For more information about Access PEI, including locations and services...
Masks to become mandatory in Prince Edward Island
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News Release
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Effective November 20, 2020, non-medical masks or face coverings will be mandatory in all indoor public spaces in Prince Edward Island.
Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, says the change is, in large part, due to the surging COVID-19 cases across the country.
“While many Islanders are wearing masks faithfully, we can...
Reminder to book appointments for blood and sample collections
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News Release
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all Health PEI specimen collection (including blood collection) and diagnostic imaging are now being done by appointment.
As noted by Marion Dowling, Health PEI’s Chief Nursing Officer, in today’s media briefing, booking these appointments allows for more spacing between patients and ensures Health PEI is able to...
Physicians Recruiting Physicians initiative will strengthen the recruitment and retention process
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Friday, November 13, 2020
The Medical Society of Prince Edward Island (MSPEI) has now entered into a contract with the Department of Health and Wellness to implement a physicians recruiting physicians model.
“This is an important step forward as we work to enhance physician recruitment in Prince Edward Island. This joint physicians recruiting physicians model is unique...
One new positive cases of COVID-19 in PEI
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News Release
Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has confirmed one new case of COVID-19 in the province.
The individual, a male in his 30s, is a rotational worker who recently returned to PEI from domestic travel outside the Atlantic Bubble. This individual tested negative on November 6 and later tested positive...
Government launches COVID-19 Workforce Integration Fund
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Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Government is seeking proposals from organizations on how they can help Islanders impacted by COVID-19 transition into or return to the workforce.
The COVID-19 Workforce Integration Fund will support innovative projects from organizations that help Islanders gain skills and knowledge so they can find long lasting jobs, advance their careers and...
Islanders continue to join government boards
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Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Islanders continue to make positive impacts to their communities by participating in government agencies, boards and commissions.
This month, close to 40 Islanders have been appointed or reappointed to 16 government boards.
“Islanders have a great deal of knowledge that is extremely valuable in helping us chart the future of Prince Edward...
Minimum wage to increase
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News Release
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will increase by 15 cents to $13 per hour on April 1, 2021.
The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage annually and provides their recommendation to Government after the review is complete.
To read the board’s report, visit: Minimum Wage Order.
Media contact:
Hillary MacDonald
Department of...
Nominations open for PEI Senior Islanders of the Year awards
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News Release
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Nominations for the PEI Senior Islanders of the Year awards are being accepted until December 16, 2020.
These annual awards recognize significant contributions in several areas such as volunteerism, fitness and recreation, fundraising, community involvement, education, and this year, leadership and service to others during the COVID-19 pandemic...