Recent News
New insurance program to help grow Maritime beef sector
Through a collaborative investment between the federal and provincial governments, a new risk management tool for beef producers will facilitate growth of the sector across the Maritime region. The new Maritime Livestock Price Insurance Pilot Program will allow producers in PEI...
Hermanville wind farm repair update
Hermanville Wind Farm was not operating at its peak ability due to turbine issues. In 2023, there were major repairs to turbines T1, T2, T3, T5 and T7. Repairs have resulted in better energy generation. The repairs will extend the life of existing shafts and improve the...
Province responding to report of dead fish in Cardigan
On the morning of Friday, June 7, the province received a report of dead trout near the 48 Road in Cardigan. As of 3pm on June 7, provincial officials have collected approximately 150 dead fish including brook trout, rainbow trout and some juvenile salmon. Justice and Public...
Province signs Coordinated Vaping Products Taxation Agreement
Minister of Finance Jill Burridge and Minister of Health and Wellness Mark McLane issued the following statement: “The Government of Prince Edward Island is taking action to discourage vaping by signing a Coordinated Vaping Products Taxation Agreement with the Government of...
Program at QEH involves parents more in their newborn’s care
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) recently launched a care program called Merge™ to involve parents more in their pre-term baby’s care while in hospital. On average, approximately 300 newborns are admitted to the QEH NICU every year. With the...
Traditional place name signs tell the story of Mi’kmaq across Epekwitk
Elder Judy Clark is still learning to read and write in Mi’kmaw as a tribute to her ancestors. The highly respected Mi’kmaw Elder and member of the Abegweit First Nation remembers growing up on Lennox Island in the 1960s when children were forced to learn English at Indian Day...
Photo contest celebrates PEI agriculture
With rolling hills, roadside market stands, busy harbours and animals big and small, Prince Edward Island’s primary industries are a great inspiration for beauty. The Department of Agriculture is inviting Islanders to showcase and enjoy that beauty by participating in its annual...
Statement by Premier King on Brain Injury Awareness Month
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Brain Injury Awareness Month: “June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Brain injuries can change lives in an instant, profoundly impacting not just the individual affected but their loved ones and...
Statement by Premier King on Intergenerational Day Canada
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Intergenerational Day Canada: “June 1, 2024 – is Intergenerational Day Canada, a day to focus on the profound positive influence of intergenerational connections in our communities and to foster...
Not just a house: creating a home and opportunities for youth in care
There is a badminton net in the front yard and a garden in the back. A list of chores hangs on the fridge. Sunlight streams in through the windows and the floor creaks in some places as you walk on it. There are award ribbons pinned to the wall in one of the bedrooms, drawings...