Recent News
Parking disruption at Prince County Hospital the next two weekends for resurfacing
Visitors, staff, and patients at Prince County Hospital are advised a section of the parking lot will be closed for the next two weekends due to resurfacing. All vehicles must be removed from the parking lot next to the emergency department by 3 p.m. Friday, June 19 or risk being...
Province adds 80 long-term care beds in Cornwall
The Government of Prince Edward Island announced that 80 new private long-term care beds will be developed in Cornwall to help meet growing demand and improve access to care for Island seniors. The Mount Continuing Care Community has been awarded the contract to build Cornwall’s...
Province launches Defence Strategy Expert Panel
Seven Island residents have been appointed to PEI’s new Defence Strategy Expert Panel to develop a provincial strategy to seize new economic opportunities in the defence sector. Following the launch of Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy and the creation of the federal Defence...
Respiratory Illness declared at Souris Hospital
Souris Hospital has declared an outbreak of an unknown respiratory illness. During this time, patients at the hospital are limited to one visitor at a time. All visitors are expected to follow current infection prevention and control measures. Visitors are reminded not to visit...
Charlottetown Superstore (Deli and Bakery Closure)
The Chief Public Health Office advises that the Health Order issued on June 4 requiring the closure of the deli and bakery sections of the Atlantic Superstore at 465 University Avenue, Charlottetown, due to the presence of rodents, remains in effect at this time. This action was...
Access PEI services at Queen Elizabeth Hospital now permanent
Access PEI’s mobile service at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is now permanent following a successful four‑month pilot, making it easier for Islanders to access government services. During the pilot, Access PEI scheduled more than 90 appointments and delivered over 100...
Statement by Minister Ramsay on World Elder Abuse Day and Seniors Loneliness Awareness Week
Minister of Social Development and Seniors Barb Ramsay issued the following statement: "Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and June 15 – 21 is also Seniors Loneliness Awareness Week. These important issues are closely connected. When we stay in touch, we help older adults...
Province invests in infrastructure to support housing growth in Alberton
The Government of Prince Edward Island is investing $1.2 million to support new housing and community growth in Alberton. This investment supports the province’s Building Together housing strategy by accelerating housing supply and addressing the needs of a growing population. It...
New project paves the way for housing in Wellington
The Government of Prince Edward Island is investing $380,000 to support new housing in Wellington. This investment supports the province’s Building Together housing strategy by accelerating housing supply and addressing the needs of a growing population. It reflects ongoing...
New charitable lottery legislation proclaimed
The new Charitable Lotteries Act, which was passed in the spring 2026 sitting of the Legislative Assembly, will come into force on June 30, 2026. The legislation regulates fundraising where participants buy tickets or pay an entry fee, for a chance to win a prize, and the...