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The health and safety of residents remains a top priority as provincial recovery efforts continue. Islanders can help recovery efforts by keeping everyone’s safety in mind, so first responders can... -
The province of Prince Edward Island is providing Island residents with options for disposal of waste and debris left in the wake of Hurricane Fiona. “While we are continuing to prioritize the... -
Provincial crews, community organizations and partner agencies like Maritime Electric are travelling across the Island to begin initial damage assessments to roads and critical infrastructure. The... -
As our province prepares for Hurricane Fiona, Islanders are reminded they can report road issues such as washouts, flooding and downed trees or powerlines to Department of Transportation and... -
The day of the Commemorative Ceremony (September 19, 2022) for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned as the Queen of Prince Edward Island and Canada for 70 years, will be considered a one-time...
Recent News
More schools opening tomorrow
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News Release
Monday, October 3, 2022
Today, 53 Island schools welcomed students back to class.
Officials have been actively working to assess schools and the surrounding infrastructure. Montague Regional High School and Parkdale Elementary will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, October 4.
The following schools will remain closed tomorrow:
Donagh Regional
Prince Street Elementary...
Restoration efforts continue safely across the Island; Canadian Red Cross to administer Provincial Disaster Financial Assistance Program
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News Release
Monday, October 3, 2022
Maritime Electric, arborists and road crews continue to make progress for residents and critical infrastructure province-wide.
With hundreds of crew members on Island roadways, PEI EMO reminds all residents to keep safety top of mind when walking, cycling or driving near current work sites.
Fire and Road Safety
Residents are reminded to keep a...
Safety a priority as children return to learning
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News Release
Sunday, October 2, 2022
Most Island schools are ready to safely reopen and welcome students back tomorrow, Monday October 3.
Officials have been actively working to assess schools as power is restored. All Island schools will open on Monday, except for the following:
Donagh Regional
Parkdale Elementary
Prince Street Elementary
Queen Charlotte Intermediate
St....
Shelters available as Fiona recovery continues
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News Release
Sunday, October 2, 2022
The Government of Prince Edward Island is reminding Islanders that safety should remain the top priority as Hurricane Fiona recovery continues.
As temperatures continue to slowly go down, the Provincial Emergency Measures Organization is urging that all Islanders keep fire safety top of mind, especially when using heating equipment without access...
Crews continue to respond throughout the weekend
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News Release
Saturday, October 1, 2022
The Government of Prince Edward Island continues clean-up and recovery work throughout the weekend. Main efforts and priority areas includes road and debris clean-up, as well as supporting utilities in helping many Islanders regain power.
Islanders are asked to keep safety top of mind when on Island roads as many crews work at full capacity...
Prince Edward Island celebrates Treaty Day
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News Release
Saturday, October 1, 2022
Today is the fourth year of recognizing October 1 as Treaty Day, an important step in the Province’s commitment to reconciliation with the PEI Mi’kmaq.
Due to Hurricane Fiona and ongoing recovery efforts, public events for Treaty Day have been cancelled.
This significant day celebrates the continuing friendship and shared history of Islanders...
Reception Centres available across the province
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News Release
Saturday, October 1, 2022
The Government of Prince Edward Island continues clean-up and recovery work throughout the weekend. Priority areas include reminding Islanders of available reception centres in communities across the province.
Reception Centres
Island residents that currently without power are reminded of local reception centres that have been opened across the...
Program helps groups with clean up and displaced workers
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News Release
Friday, September 30, 2022
Today, Government is launching the Emergency Jobs Initiative Program to support businesses, non-profit organizations, and municipalities through the recovery and clean up from Hurricane Fiona.
The program will provide wage subsidy funding of 100 per cent for up to 4 weeks, at a maximum of $15 per hour, for eligible groups to hire additional...
Province observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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News Release
Friday, September 30, 2022
Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day.
Due to Hurricane Fiona and ongoing recovery efforts, public events recognizing the importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation have been cancelled.
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a day to reflect on the legacy of the...
Province to partner with Canadian Red Cross to financially support households impacted by Fiona
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News Release
Friday, September 30, 2022
Island households facing financial hardship from Hurricane Fiona may be eligible to receive $250 in financial support for things like food, gas and other basic needs.
“Everyone has been impacted in some way by Hurricane Fiona,” said Premier Dennis King. “From spoiled food, to property damage, to extra costs incurred from fuel and emergency...