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2024-07-18
This single application will cover all Free Programs, including the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program. There is no need to submit multiple applications.
Installing a heat pump can help you save money on your energy bills and make your home more comfortable. Islanders with an annual...
2024-09-09
PEI Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The PEI Office of Immigration is currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as health care, trades, childcare,...
2023-08-30
This is the online application for an electrical services permit in PEI. A separate permit is necessary for each work site requiring electrical service. You must be an electrical contractor licensed to work in PEI in order to get an electrical permit.
What information do I need to apply online...
2024-08-30
If you are living with diabetes or at risk of developing diabetes, the Provincial Diabetes Program can provide you with education, support and management advice.
What can the Provincial Diabetes Program do for me?
The Diabetes Program can offer you information and support on:...
2024-08-20
Welcome to Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island (PEI) is situated on the east coast of Canada and is one of the four Atlantic Provinces. The PEI Office of Immigration is responsible for provincial immigration pathways to the province of PEI. Our mission is to support immigrants who choose...
2023-01-31
Virtual care is a way to visit with your health care provider (e.g., doctor, nurse, social worker) using your phone, computer, or tablet.
You may see a health care provider virtually if:
your health care provider offers virtual visits and believes the visit can be done virtually, OR...
2024-08-05
This page answers common questions about how to access virtual care in PEI through Maple, a secure online health care platform.
The PEI Unaffiliated Virtual Care Program provides this service free of charge to Islanders on the Provincial Patient Registry who do not have a family doctor or...
2023-05-12
Delivered by the Honourable Antoinette Perry, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island.
Introduction
Good Afternoon. Bonjour. Kwe.
Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Members of the Legislative Assembly, invited guests, and fellow Islanders – it is my great honour as the...
2024-05-27
PEI Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The PEI Office of Immigration is currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as health care, trades,...
2024-05-09
Stay connected with the Government of Prince Edward Island as well as program and service areas by following these social media accounts.
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2024-07-22
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Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line
1-833-553-6983
Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals (a registered nurse or a social worker) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Mental health care is offered in community health facilities across the province....
2020-04-09
The Home Care Program supports you and your caregivers so that you can remain in your home safely, with independence and quality of life, for as long as possible.
What can Home Care do for me?
Home Care can provide services in your home, if you:
need support to continue living...
2024-02-12
Patient Medical Homes have formed at 17 Island primary care locations, beginning the shift in primary health care from solo family practices to collaborative health care and better access to care for Islanders.
Patient Medical Homes deliver team-based care through a model that has...
2023-09-29
You need a PEI Health Card to use services at hospitals and other public health care facilities in Prince Edward Island without being charged. Pharmacists also use your health card to record your medications in the PEI Drug Information System.
Apply for a PEI Health Card ...
2024-05-27
PEI Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The PEI Office of Immigration is currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as health care, trades,...
2024-05-27
PEI Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The PEI Office of Immigration is currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as health care, trades,...
2024-05-27
PEI Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The PEI Office of Immigration is currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as health care, trades,...
2024-02-26
PEI Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The PEI Office of Immigration is currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as health care, trades,...
2024-05-27
PEI Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The PEI Office of Immigration is currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as health care, trades,...
2024-05-27
PEI Provincial immigration pathways are dependent upon federal immigration allocations, application volumes, and provincial labour market needs. The PEI Office of Immigration is currently selecting and prioritizing skilled workers in higher demand sectors such as health care, trades,...
2024-06-21
Effective Aug 18, 2022 all applicants invited to apply under the BIC-Work Permit Stream must have their net worth verified by one of our designated net worth verifiers. For further instruction, please see Step 4 in the Business Impact Category Guide. ...
2016-12-09
The purpose of the Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program is to lower the cost of living for qualifying seniors by offering to defer payment of property taxes on their principal residence.
Who is eligible?
You may qualify for the program if you:
are 65 years of age or older;
have...
2019-06-06
Workers’ rights are protected under employment legislation in PEI. The Employment Standards Act, Youth Employment Act and other labour laws clarify the rights and obligations of employees and employers and set minimum standards to ensure individuals are treated fairly in the workplace.
What is...
2020-12-16
License and registration services are offered at all Access PEI locations across Prince Edward Island.
Please be advised that driving examinations (behind-the-wheel tests) are offered at Access PEI locations in Alberton, O'Leary, Summerside, Charlottetown, Montague and Souris....
2024-02-29
The operating budget is the estimates of revenue and expenditure that detail spending plans by the Government of Prince Edward Island to operate each department for the next fiscal year.
The 2024-2025 provincial budget and related information is available in the following documents:...
2023-11-21
The Capital Budget is a forecast of spending for infrastructure and capital projects such as roads and bridges, public buildings, and equipment. The operating budget is delivered each spring.
On November 21, 2023 Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Jill Burridge tabled government’s...
2023-11-21
Good Afternoon, Bonjour, Kwe.
Madam Speaker, it is my honour to rise in the House today to share the Government of Prince Edward Island’s capital budget for 2024-2025.
This budget is about reinvesting in Prince Edward Island.
It’s about appreciating our province for all that we have and...
2023-07-18
There are numerous health job opportunities available on Prince Edward Island. Our recruitment team is here to help, and we would love to talk to you.
Whether you are in school training for a job in health care, ready to begin your career or medical practice, or you are looking for new...
2023-08-30
A plumbing permit is required before you start any plumbing job that involve installation, extension, alteration or repair to a plumbing system and prior to connecting a building to a sewer system. A separate permit is required for each job. You do not need a permit to unplug a stoppage, or to...
Economic Development, Innovation and Trade Mandate Letter
2023-08-08
Honourable Gilles Arsenault
Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Trade
Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs
94 Euston St
Charlottetown, PE C1A 1R7
Dear Minister Arsenault,
I am pleased to have you serve as the Minister of Economic Development,...
Electrical Work in PEI
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/housing-land-and-communities/electrical-work-in-pei
2024-08-23
Who can do electrical work in PEI?
Only electrical contractors licensed to do work in PEI can apply for an electrical permit. Electrical permits are required for all electrical work on PEI.
What is the fee for an electrical permit?
The fee amount for an electrical permit depends on the degree of...
PEI Art Bank Acquisition
2024-07-15
The Prince Edward Island Art Bank collection was established in 1979 to support and encourage visual artists living in Prince Edward Island. The works of art for the collection represent the artistic diversity of Island visual artists and are acquired through purchase (when funding is available),...
Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture Mandate Letter
2023-08-08
Honourable Cory Deagle
Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture
3rd Floor Shaw North
PO Box 2000
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8
Dear Minister Deagle,
I am pleased to have you serve as the Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture.
On April 3, 2023, we were...
Be Ready to Work in PEI
2023-09-22
In order to be eligible to work in Canada, you must be either a permanent resident or a valid work permit holder. A work permit is required for people wanting to work in Canada who are neither Canadian citizens nor permanent residents of Canada.
Canada is a bilingual country with the two...
Reporting Pay
2024-06-06
If you are an employee and you are called in to work outside your regular work hours, your employer must pay you for at least three hours work.
Each time an employee is required to report to work, he/she must be paid for at least three hours.
Staff meetings or other similar call-ins which are...
Overtime
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/workforce-advanced-learning-and-population/overtime
2024-06-06
In most positions, the standard work week is 48 hours after which the employee is eligible for time and one-half their regular rate of pay. Certain industries have exemptions to the standard work week. Please refer to the Standard Work Week Exemption Order.
An employee can choose to accumulate...
Charlottetown Family of Schools District Advisory Council
2022-08-04
2021-2022 Charlottetown Family of Schools DAC Membership
June 2nd, 2022 - Microsoft Teams Meeting
Guests: Natalie Jameson, Minister of the Department of Education and Lifelong Learning; John Cummings, Executive Director of Educational Services – Department of Education and...
Health Care Futures Program
2024-03-13
The Health Care Futures Program exposes students to health care fields in Prince Edward Island. Students will be hired to work in the public health care sector, in fully licensed private long term care and community care facilities alongside health professionals. Students have the opportunity to...
Agriculture Mandate Letter
2023-08-08
Honourable Bloyce Thompson
Minister of Agriculture
5th Floor Jones
PO Box 2000
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8
Dear Minister Thompson,
I am pleased to have you serve as the Minister of Agriculture.
On April 3, 2023, we were given a mandate by Islanders to continue to work...