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Property tax deferral available to more seniors
More Island seniors are now eligible for the Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program due to an increase in the income threshold. The program lowers the cost of living for qualifying seniors by deferring the payment of property taxes on their principal residence. The provincial...
Statement by Minister Thompson on International Day of Potato
Hon. Bloyce Thompson, Deputy Premier and Minister of Agriculture, issued the following statement on the inaugural International Day of Potato: “Prince Edward Island (PEI) is proud to be home to some of the best food producers in the world, which, of course, includes our world...
New funding for community-led initiatives to welcome and retain health care professionals
A new grant is available to help Island communities and organizations with initiatives to create a welcoming environment to attract and retain health care professionals. The Community Grant for the Retention of Health Care Professionals provides up to $2,500 for eligible projects...
New PEI license plates recognize contributions of paramedics
New license plates will recognize the invaluable and courageous contributions of paramedics in Prince Edward Island. The new paramedic license plate, available in English and French, features a red maple leaf and the Star of Life, a symbol commonly used to identify emergency...
A new recreation centre is coming to Abegweit First Nation
A new recreation centre will be built in Scotchfort after a combined investment of $17 million through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program from the federal government and the Government of Prince Edward Island. This was announced by Minister Lawrence...
Island paramedics recognized during Paramedic Services Week
Paramedics in Prince Edward Island were honoured today with medals at an awards ceremony at Government House as part of Paramedic Services Week celebrations. The Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medals are given annually to recognize emergency medical services...
Cycling safely into summer
As warmer weather arrives and bicycles emerge from winter storage, 82-year-old Sharon Creiger is getting ready to explore Prince Edward Island on her e-bike. “I can’t recommend biking strongly enough to maintain your health and even improve it,” said Creiger. “When we bike...
Statement by Premier King on Paramedic Services Week
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Paramedic Services Week: “Today, I want to recognize all those who provide paramedic services to Islanders across our province, and their families who support them. The vital work of paramedics...
Working with community to increase affordable housing opportunities
The province is investing $10 million in a pilot program to help increase the supply of permanently affordable rental housing across Prince Edward Island. A commitment of government’s 2024-2025 operating budget, the Community Housing Expansion Pilot will provide funding to the...
Issue with Government toll-free numbers resolved
Yesterday, an issue was identified of some Government of PEI toll-free numbers not being routed to the proper destination. This issue is now resolved. Media contact: Hillary Proctor Department of Finance [email protected]