Recent News
Schools to lower flags to honour victims in Tumbler Ridge
Schools across PEI will lower flags to half-mast in honour of the victims of the school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Colombia. Flags will remain lowered until February 17. Media contact: Andrew Sprague Department of Education and Early Years [email protected]
Premier Rob Lantz swears in new government cabinet
Premier Rob Lantz announced the members of his government’s provincial cabinet today. The following individuals were given ministerial responsibilities this afternoon during a ceremony at Government House: Hon. Bloyce Thompson, Minister of Agriculture, Minister of Justice and...
Community engagement to inform race and ethnicity data collection in PEI
A series of community engagement sessions will take place this month to explore how the health care system can safely collect, store and use race and ethnicity data in Prince Edward Island. The Race and Ethnicity Data Collection Project aims to better understand differences in...
New report outlines findings and recommendations aimed at improved student safety
After months of interviews and research former Chief Justice of the Prince Edward Island Court of Appeal David Jenkins has delivered his report on student safety to the Minister of Education and Early Years. Student Safety in Island Schools: Handling of Complaints and Incidents...
Using fall prevention practices helps keep people safe inside and outside the home
As people get older, the risk of falling becomes greater, especially during PEI winters when sometimes a short walk can feel like crossing a skating rink. Even minor falls can cause harm, so it’s important to take simple precautions. Island EMS paramedic, Darby McCormick says...
Rob Lantz sworn in as Premier of Prince Edward Island
Today, Hon. Rob Lantz was sworn in as the Premier of Prince Edward Island today during a ceremony at Government House. Premier Lantz returns to the role with a focus on steady leadership and delivering results for Islanders. His government will continue advancing priorities that...
Prince Edward Island celebrates School Staff Appreciation Week
From classrooms to hallways to school buses, school staff across Prince Edward Island play an essential role in supporting students’ learning and wellbeing. February 9-13, 2026, is School Staff Appreciation Week, a time to recognize the dedicated professionals whose work...
Pharmacy Plus PEI expands to include strep throat testing and treatment
Islanders now have access to testing and treatment for strep throat at participating community pharmacies across the province. The Pharmacy Plus PEI program was recently expanded to include strep throat testing and treatment as part of sore throat assessments. Since not all sore...
PEI participating in national AI scribe pilot program
Health PEI is participating in a national pilot program, in collaboration with Canada Health Infoway and other provinces and territories, to explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) scribe technology in primary care settings. The AI scribe technology is designed to reduce...
Two provincial grants available to support seniors
Two provincial grant programs are now accepting applications from organizations and community groups that support Island seniors. The Seniors’ Secretariat Grant provides funding to community-based organizations for projects that are designed to improve the lives of Island seniors...