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Kim McGrath Myers was a 39-year-old single mother of five living in poverty. As a girl she dreamed of being a social worker or a police officer. But after dropping out of high school in grade 11,... -
Owners of Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) are urged to register their devices with a life-saving online database if they haven’t already done so. There are currently 45 AEDs in the registry... -
As a student leader at UPEI, Taya Nabuurs is familiar with the kind of financial challenges college and university students face. The provincial government has introduced historic new investments to... -
Supporting Island families After 11 years as the only employee of the Autism Society of PEI, Nathalie Walsh is eager to accept government’s help to improve services for Islanders with autism and... -
Jonathan and Katie MacLennan, who run a fourth-generation family farm in West Cape, have seen big changes on their land since first participating in the Alternative Land Use Services program (ALUS...
Recent News
Governments of Canada and PEI invest in safer and more efficient roadways
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News Release
Friday, April 13, 2018
Modern and efficient roadways are crucial to encouraging and supporting economic activity, facilitating trade, and creating well-paid, middle class jobs. The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are investing in infrastructure that will make it easier and safer to move people and products across the province, while supporting sustained...
New centre will grow Island’s craft businesses
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News Release
Friday, April 13, 2018
A year-round, multipurpose facility will promote Prince Edward Island’s fine craft to markets near and far, helping businesses grow and the industry expand.
The PEI Centre for Craft will raise public awareness and understanding of fine craft, increase educational opportunities, access to export markets, and employment opportunities for the Island...
Canadian Agricultural Partnership program details announced in Prince Edward Island
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News Release
Thursday, April 12, 2018
Canadian farmers and food processors work hard to ensure that consumers in Canada and around the world have access to high-quality, and safe agricultural and food products. Agriculture is a backbone of the Prince Edward Island economy, representing the largest industry in 2016 with farm cash receipts equalling $487 million. The governments of...
KCMH emergency department closed tomorrow (April 12)
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News Release
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
The emergency department at Kings County Memorial Hospital will be closed tomorrow (Thursday, April 12) due to a temporary lack of physician coverage. It will re-open at 8 a.m. on Friday, April 13.
Anyone with urgent medical needs should call 9-1-1 or seek emergency services at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital when:
experiencing discomfort or...
ADL adding new jobs as Summerside operations expand
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News Release
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
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An $18 million addition at ADL's (Amalgamated Dairies Limited) Water Street cheese plant in Summerside will create jobs and better position the company to diversify its products and expand into new markets.
The provincial government will support the expansion project with an enriched investment tax credit worth $4....
Matching eager workers with construction job opportunities
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Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Creating jobs for Islanders
Sam Sanderson says new government funding will extend a program that fills jobs in Prince Edward Island’s fast-growing construction industry.
Team Construction is a program that helps young Islanders get skills training and find employment in the construction industry. The Construction Association of Prince Edward...
Budget benefits Islanders thanks to strong economy and responsible government spending
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News Release
Friday, April 6, 2018
The provincial government will again deliver a balanced budget while continuing to invest in frontline services like healthcare, education and families.
Finance Minister Heath MacDonald presented the 2018-19 operating budget to the Legislative Assembly today. The budget is projecting a surplus of $1.5 million and a fiscal plan that reflects...
Lung cancer coordinator will help with screening, prevention
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News Release
Friday, April 6, 2018
A new lung cancer coordinator will help the province develop its first-ever screening program while educating Islanders about how to prevent the disease.
Lung cancer is one of the four most prominent cancer types on Prince Edward Island, and by itself it claims the lives of more than 100 Islanders each year. To address the province’s high...
Proposals for new transitional housing sought
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News Release
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
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The provincial government invites developers to submit proposals to build housing in Charlottetown that supports Island families in transition.
The request is for at least six new transitional housing units for victims of family violence and at least five units for children who have aged out of the province’s child...
Government partners with community organizations to benefit Islanders
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News Release
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
The provincial government is increasing its supports for community organizations that provide important programs and services to Islanders who need them the most.
Finance Minister Heath MacDonald and Family and Human Resources Minister Tina Mundy made the announcement today at Queens County Residential Services, one of the various partners...