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Increased access and convenience to battery drop off locations will help safeguard our environment. Beginning this week, Islanders can drop off their used batteries at any of Prince Edward Island’s... -
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement after a teleconference early this morning with Santa Claus and Justice and Public Safety Minister Bloyce Thompson: “Earlier today, I spoke with... -
Prince Edward Island has launched a new online mental health service in partnership with Canada Health Infoway. Bridge the gapp is an online resource for Islanders to find mental health and... -
Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has announced that Prince Edward Island has received approximately 1,950 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine today. “This is a very exciting week... -
Health PEI testing clinics will return to normal hours of operation starting Saturday, Dec. 12. Clinics and hours of operation are as follows: Montague Legion: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday, Wednesday...
Recent News
Four new COVID-19 cases; testing encouraged for workers travelling from NB
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Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has confirmed four new positive cases of COVID-19 in the province related to travel.
The cases include three men (one in his 30s, one in his 40s and one in his 50s) and a woman in her 30s who all arrived in Prince Edward Island following travel outside Atlantic Canada. Not...
Public health measures eased further as COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues
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Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Today, Premier Dennis King and Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, announced the further easing of public health measures within the province as officials continue to closely monitor the presence of COVID-19 across the country.
The following public health measures will come into effect on Wednesday, January 6 at 8:00 a.m. with the...
Further opportunities for Islanders to give their input on upcoming Operating Budget announced
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Thursday, December 31, 2020
Further opportunities, in the form of a virtual town hall and a public Facebook Live event, have been announced that will provide more opportunities for Islanders to submit their ideas and feedback on the upcoming budget.
All pre-budget consultations will be virtual this year and will include a virtual town hall that will be held on January 12,...
Tax changes leave more money in the hands of Islanders and businesses
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Thursday, December 31, 2020
A number of tax changes announced within the 2020-2021 Operating Budget will leave more money in the hands of Islanders and businesses now when they need it most.
The changes include the increase of the Low-Income Reduction Threshold from $18,000 to $19,000, the increase in the Basic Personal Amount from $10,000 to $10,500, and a reduction in the...
Two new positive cases of COVID-19 in PEI
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Tuesday, December 29, 2020
Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has confirmed two new positive cases of COVID-19 in the province related to travel.
The individual cases, which are not related to each other, include a woman in her 30s and a male in his late teens who both arrived in Prince Edward Island following travel outside Atlantic...
COVID-19 testing clinics moving to holiday hours
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Thursday, December 24, 2020
COVID-19 drop-in testing sites will be modified over the holidays giving a much-earned break to testing clinic staff.
If you require a COVID-19 test that would normally occur on Dec. 24th, 25th, Dec. 31st or Jan 1st, please plan ahead to be tested within the following operational hours:
Slemon Park Clinic (40 A/B Aerospace Blvd)
Dec. 23 8-4 p....
Government Boards Welcome More Islanders
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Thursday, December 24, 2020
Islanders continue to have their voices heard on government agencies, boards and commissions through Engage PEI.
Over 22 Islanders have been appointed or reappointed to nine boards this month.
“It is absolutely tremendous to see that Islanders continue to help their communities and our province through their involvement with government...
Premier King speaks with Santa to confirm Pre-Travel Approval
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Thursday, December 24, 2020
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement after a teleconference early this morning with Santa Claus and Justice and Public Safety Minister Bloyce Thompson:
“Earlier today, I spoke with Santa to go through the pre-travel screening questionnaire before he enters PEI later tonight. Santa confirmed that he is symptom-free, has...
Three new positive cases of COVID-19 in PEI
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Thursday, December 24, 2020
Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has confirmed three new unrelated positive cases of COVID-19 in the province related to travel.
The individuals are two women – one is in her 30s and the other in her 50s – as well as a man in his 50s. They all arrived in the province following travel outside Atlantic...
New online mental health program connects Islanders to mental health and substance use services
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Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Prince Edward Island has launched a new online mental health service in partnership with Canada Health Infoway.
Bridge the gapp is an online resource for Islanders to find mental health and substance use support information and select what best meets their needs. People can connect with local clinicians, find tools and services, and share...