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Julie Gilman is the new Complaints Officer under Prince Edward Island’s French Language Services Act. Ms. Gilman is no stranger to provincial government services and operations. She has worked for... -
There are two groups of people who buy e-bikes. “Those who are regular cyclists and just want a little boost to go further and be out longer and those who are looking for an alternate... -
Twelve Island community organizations and individuals will receive funding from the provincial government through the Anti-Racism Microgrant initiative. The funding will be used to help address... -
Today the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, Prince Edward Island Premier, Dennis King, federal Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jenna Sudds, and provincial Minister of Education... -
The Government of Prince Edward Island has signed a historic agreement with the Chiefs of Abegweit First Nation and Lennox Island First Nation for a housing project in Hillsborough Park,...
Recent News
New Complaints Officer
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Friday, September 22, 2023
Julie Gilman is the new Complaints Officer under Prince Edward Island’s French Language Services Act. Ms. Gilman is no stranger to provincial government services and operations. She has worked for some twenty years in the provincial government, notably with the Department of Health, the Acadian Museum of PEI, and the Acadian and Francophone...
Fall workshops for seniors on financial information, seniors benefits
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Thursday, September 21, 2023
Workshops focused on important financial information for seniors are being offered across the Island this fall.
These free workshops will inform seniors about scam and fraud prevention, provincial and federal benefits that PEI seniors may be eligible for, and additional supports available to seniors in the province.
“We want Island seniors to...
PEI Parks wins award of excellence
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Thursday, September 21, 2023
Provincial parks’ staff were awarded the 2023 Agency Award of Excellence from the Canadian Parks Council (CPC) last night at the CPC Annual General Meeting in St. Andrews, New Brunswick.
The annual award recognizes an extraordinary achievement by a member agency of CPC. PEI Parks received the award for its outstanding teamwork, diligence and...
Health PEI creates navigator position to support caregivers and families of children with complex needs
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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Health PEI is creating a navigator program for children with complex needs and their families living on Prince Edward Island. The need for this program was strongly demonstrated by a survey which showed more than 1 in 6 children under 18 on PEI have complex needs and an overwhelming majority of their families have difficulty accessing health...
Supporting gender equality in PEI
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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Islanders are encouraged to recognize and support women and the contributions they make to the growth, development and character of Prince Edward Island as part of Gender Equality Week.
September 17 to 23, 2023 is Gender Equality Week in Canada. This year’s theme, United for Gender Equality: Stronger Together, highlights Canada’s commitment to...
Health care services added to Access PEI
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Monday, September 18, 2023
Island residents can now receive assistance at Access PEI locations to apply for health care related services.
“As more and more services are added online for convenience, it is important that we offer assistance to ensure it is accessible for all Island residents. This additional assistance offered province-wide will make it easier than ever...
PEI EMO returns to routine monitoring
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Monday, September 18, 2023
As post-tropical storm Lee has now passed the province, PEI EMO has deactivated the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC) from Level 1, back to regular operations and routine monitoring.
The provincial government has reached out to neighbouring provinces who were more harshly impacted to offer assistance and support.
“While Lee spared...
Province expecting effects of Lee today
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Saturday, September 16, 2023
The Government of PEI is asking residents to make final preparations as the remnants of Lee approach the province.
This morning, Lee made landfall in southwestern Nova Scotia and eastern New Brunswick, bringing effects associated with a post-tropical storm including high winds, heavy rain and storm surges along coastal areas.
“I encourage all...
Feedback wanted from Island residents on upcoming legislative changes
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Friday, September 15, 2023
The Province is inviting residents to share their opinion on changes to provincial laws in PEI.
As the Department of Justice and Public Safety continues to regularly modernize provincial legislation, consultation documents for the following pieces of legislation are now posted online:
An Act to Amend the Legal Profession Act (No.2)
An Act to...
New Responsible Gambling Strategy for Islanders
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Friday, September 15, 2023
A new strategy to help guide responsible gambling programs and services on Prince Edward Island is now available.
The Responsible Gambling Strategy 2023-2028 will act on a government commitment to its citizens in providing a necessary update to responsible gambling programs on Prince Edward Island, and helps ensure that any decisions moving...