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2023-12-04
Mental health walk-in clinics offer immediate mental health support to help with anxiety, as well as life events causing stress and other mental health issues. For student well-being teams drop-in clinics please see the Student Well-being Team Drop-in Clinics web page.
Will I need an...
2023-11-24
This page explains how to register with Maple to see a physician online through Maple’s secure healthcare platform.
You are eligible for this service if:
You have never had a primary care provider (family doctor or nurse practitioner) on PEI, OR
You had a primary care...
2023-10-30
Effective March 31, 2020, both the Building Codes Act and corresponding Regulations reflect the administration and enforcement requirements of a new Building Permit Process. The process to apply for a Building Permit in PEI is updated to comply with the following codes:
2015 National Building...
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...
2023-07-20
Health PEI offers addiction and substance use services for adults, youth, and those wanting to support family members.
Need help now?
Call the Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line at 1-833-553-6983. Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals (a registered...
2023-11-17
For immediate help
Call the Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line at 1-833-553-6983 (toll-free).
Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.
Go to a mental health walk-in clinic or an addictions walk-in clinic...
2023-07-04
Health PEI offers mental health services for adults, youth, and those wanting to support family members.
Need Help Now?
Call the Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line at 1-833-553-6983. Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals (a registered nurse or a social worker)...
2021-03-01
When do I need to apply for a subdivision approval?
A subdivision approval is required when any parcel of land is divided (e.g., to create a new lot or lots). An approval is also required to add more land to an existing lot, or to join two or more lots.
Where do I apply, and who issues...
2023-10-20
One Stop Government Service Centres
Access PEI is a one-stop location to obtain provincial government programs, services and information.
There are nine Access PEI sites across the province. Islanders can obtain a wide range of programs and services including paying property tax, obtaining a...
2023-05-25
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 2023-2024 provincial budget and related information is available in the following documents:
Budget...
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...
2023-10-30
The following is a list of employers who are designated in Prince Edward Island under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). This list does not indicate that these employers are hiring at this time. If you are looking for a position with a Designated Employer, please apply for advertised vacancies...
2023-10-30
When do I need an entrance way permit?
If you are purchasing a piece of property along a main or seasonal highway, then you will need an entrance way permit. This will make sure that you have safe access to a highway.
Where can I obtain an entrance way permit or get more information?
Staff...
2023-10-30
Islanders with an annual household net income of $75,000 or less may be eligible for a free heat pump for their home. To be eligible, you must own your home, it must be your principle residence, and the property must be valued at $300,000 or less (tax assessed value).
The Government of...
2023-08-16
Please be advised Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has switched to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, known as NOC 2021. This change occurred on November 16, 2022. All applications received by our office as of November 16, 2022,...
2023-10-16
Please be advised Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has switched to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, known as NOC 2021. This change occurred on November 16, 2022. All applications received by our office as of November 16, 2022,...
2023-10-16
Please be advised Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has switched to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, known as NOC 2021. This change occurred on November 16, 2022. All applications received by our office as of November 16, 2022,...
2023-10-10
Please be advised as of November 16, 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is switching to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, known as NOC 2021. All applications received by our office as of this date, regardless of invitation...
2023-08-25
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...
2023-05-16
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. ...
2023-08-16
Please be advised Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has switched to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, known as NOC 2021. This change occurred on November 16, 2022. All applications received by our office as of November 16, 2022,...
2023-04-21
Please be advised Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has switched to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, known as NOC 2021. This change occurred on November 16, 2022. All applications received by our office as of November 16, 2022,...
2023-08-16
Please be advised Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has switched to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, known as NOC 2021. This change occurred on November 16, 2022. All applications received by our office as of November 16, 2022,...
2023-08-16
Please be advised Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has switched to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, known as NOC 2021. This change occurred on November 16, 2022. All applications received by our office as of November 16, 2022,...
2023-09-26
If you are interested in our Provincial immigration programs, our program selector will indicate what programs you may be eligible for. Please note that this tool is based on our current program criteria for PEI provincial programs only and is intended to be used as a suggestive tool to gauge...
2019-11-12
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...
2023-01-17
Whether your gambling involves lottery tickets, casino games, horse racing or sports betting, slot machines, or video lottery terminals (VLTs), a gambling addiction can cause serious harm to you and your loved ones.
Two signs of a gambling addiction are:
You cannot control the amount of...
2023-05-01
Speak with an addictions counsellor in person for 45-60 minutes. No appointment is necessary. There is no cost for this service. The counsellor may also refer you to other services for more support.
Provincial Addictions Treatment Facility
2814 PE-215, Mount Herbert
Telephone:...
2022-02-24
Youth and Family Addiction Services are provided across Prince Edward Island by youth addiction and family addiction counsellors. If you are a young person whose use of alcohol or drugs is causing you or your family concern, Youth and Family Addiction Services can help.
Services include:...
2022-02-24
Need Help Now?
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.
Addiction Services provide a range of programs designed to help you through the...
2017-09-21
If you require a civic address but not a building permit, you can fill out the on-line form below to obtain your civic address.
The 911 Administration Office also maintains the provincial civic addressing database which is very important for the operation of the 911 service. ...
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...
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...
2021-01-07
Effective January 4, 2022 please note that there are changes to the PEI Insurance Agent and Adjuster Licensing Process
Insurance Agent Licensing
Any person who carries on the business of an insurance agent in Prince Edward Island must have a valid license (Certificate of Authority)...
2021-03-30
Driver’s licence and registration fees are being reinstated on January 1, 2020. There will continue to be free vehicle registration for electric vehicles and half-price registration for hybrid vehicles.
The annual registration fee for a private passenger vehicle, taxicab or truck with...
2022-05-12
You can register or renew registration for a commercial vehicle at any Access PEI location. All commercial vehicles require the following information:
Front axle rating
Number of axles
Number of tires and size of the tires
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Weight based on vehicle...
2023-06-09
You can use this online service to renew registration for the following types of vehicles:
passenger cars or taxi cab
ambulances and hearses
light trucks under 4100 kgs
motorcycles and mopeds
snowmobiles
motor homes
utility trailers under 450...
2016-12-09
This section provides information for property owners on annual property tax bill charges.
Under the Real Property Tax Act and Real Property Tax Act Regulations the Province provides a centralized collection system for property taxation. Annual property taxes and charges may include...
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...
2017-01-05
This section provides an overview of the key components of Property Assessment and Property Tax in Prince Edward Island.
Property Assessment forms the basis for the collection of provincial and municipal property tax in Prince Edward Island.
If you disagree with the property assessment...
2022-02-24
Need Help Now?
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....
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...
2023-06-01
This page answers common questions about the virtual care for Islanders without a primary care provider service provided through Maple, a secure online healthcare platform.
To use Maple, you must either:
Have registered for the Provincial Patient Registry and subsequently...
2022-05-13
Consider a rewarding job or a career in the public service of Prince Edward Island.
Provincial Government Opportunities
Job Opportunities
PEI Government Successful Candidates
Health PEI Successful Candidates
Public Schools Branch Successful Candidates
Other Employment...
Clean Tech on Prince Edward Island
2023-12-05
Tackling climate change now and in the future will require our best ideas, ingenuity and enterprise. We need viable, long-term solutions as we work to achieve our target of being the first province in Canada to reach net zero., What is clean tech?, Clean technology is any process, product, or...
PEI’s education system scores well in the latest PISA assessment
2023-12-05
The recently released Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results show the global standing of education systems in preparing 15-year-olds for higher education and the workforce, evaluating their achievements in math, reading, and science. Canada maintains its position among the...
Surgery Wait Times
2023-12-05
Wait times for surgery can vary. Some surgeons can have longer wait times than others. Your choice of surgeon is made by you and your family doctor while considering their current wait times and your particular needs. Surgery wait times are available for the following procedures:, Hip Replacement...
State of the Coast
2023-12-05
What is the State of the Coast Report?, The Province commissioned the Canadian Center for Climate Change and Adaptation (CCCCA) at University of PEI to publish the, P EI State of the Coast Report (2023), . The Report provides an overview of the current conditions of PEI’s coastline, highlighting...
MRSA outbreak declared over at Western Hospital
2023-12-05
The outbreak of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) at Western Hospital in Alberton has been declared over. Health PEI would like to thank staff for their dedication in managing and limiting the MRSA outbreak within this facility. Visitors are encouraged to wear a mask inside the...
Ultrasound Wait Times
2023-12-05
What is the wait time to have an ultrasound?, On average, you can expect to, wait, : Emergency patients: , Done immediately, Urgent patients: , 19 days, Semi-urgent patients: , 97 days, Non-urgent (or routine) patients: , 99 days, Timeframe: as of September 30, 2023, What are the wait time...
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Wait Times
2023-12-05
What is the wait time to have a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan?, On average, you can expect to, wait, : Emergency patients: , Done immediately, Urgent patients: , 19 days, Semi-urgent patients: , 72 days, Non-urgent (or routine) patients: , 151 days, Timeframe: as of September 30, 2023,...
Computed Tomography (CT) Wait Times
2023-12-05
What is the wait time to have a CT scan?, On average, you can expect to, wait, : Emergency patients: , Done immediately, Urgent patients: , 16 days, Semi-urgent patients: , 42 days, Non-urgent (or routine) patients: , 95 days, Timeframe: as of September 30, 2023, What are the wait time...
Cancer Treatment Wait Times
2023-12-05
What is the wait time to see a radiation oncologist?, On average you can expect to wait , 14 days, from the time your referral is received at the PEI Cancer Treatment Centre to seeing a radiation oncologist. This wait time is based on patients referred to see a Radiation Oncologist, without, ...
Prince Edward Island Economic Indicators
2023-12-05
Updated daily, this document contains Prince Edward Island economic indicators on the following statistical information: Consumer Price Index Labour Force Statistics Gross Domestic Product, Income and Expenditure Based Gross Domestic Product By Industry Farm Income & Farm Cash Receipts...