Recent News
Province supports more Island startups
Five PEI companies are helping drive industry innovation with artificial intelligence. Innovation PEI has provided close to $2.9 million in funding to 115 startups in the last 12 years to help them develop and transform their ideas into real market solutions. Each successful...
Q and A with Scott Anderson, Irrigation Extension Specialist with the PEI Department of Agriculture
What is the role of the Irrigation Extension Specialist? I work with irrigators across Prince Edward Island to support effective, responsible water use while helping maintain healthy crop production during dry conditions. I can provide guidance on the irrigation permitting...
Funding available to strengthen community and inclusion
Marking five years of investment in Island communities, the Gender, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (GEDI) and Community Enhancement Program is now accepting applications from residents and community groups whose projects foster diversity, equity and inclusion across Prince...
Senior Islander of the Year Award nominations now open
Islanders can now nominate an outstanding older adult for the 2026 Senior Islander of the Year Award. The award celebrates the many contributions of PEI residents who are 65 years and over and promotes positive aging. Examples of contributions may include community activities and...
New partnership will reduce wait times for MRI scans on PEI
A new partnership between the Department of Health and Wellness, Health PEI, and Building with Vision Ltd. will reduce wait times for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans in Prince Edward Island and help improve access to this essential service for Islanders. Through this...
Province adds 60 long-term care beds in Summerside
The Government of Prince Edward Island is expanding long-term care capacity in Prince County with a new 60-bed long-term care home that will be developed in Summerside. Enhanced Living has been awarded the contract to build a private long-term care home that will help address the...
Statement by Premier Rob Lantz and Minister Zack Bell on Emancipation Day
Premier Rob Lantz and Minister of Workforce and Advanced Learning Zack Bell issued the following statement: "Tomorrow is Emancipation Day, a day to recognize an important chapter in our shared history and to celebrate the many contributions Black Islanders have made, and continue...
Province celebrates Acadian Heritage Month
Acadians, Francophones and Francophiles across the Island will be able to participate in a variety of community-led activities throughout August during Acadian Heritage Month. Through the newly created Acadian Heritage Month Fund, eight community-led activities will feature and...
Ribbon cutting marks official opening of Summerside Community Health Centre
Health PEI officially celebrated the opening of the Summerside Community Health Centre today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by government officials, healthcare leaders, staff, community partners, and guests. The new facility brings together a wide range of primary care...
Province seeks Islanders to serve on Debt Risk Advisory Committee
Applications are being accepted for appointment to the Government of PEI’s Debt Risk Advisory Committee. The committee will provide strategic guidance to support sound debt management practices, and help the province identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks associated with...