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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...
2024-09-23
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...
2024-08-14
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)...
2024-09-05
COVID-19 Immunization Clinics are located in communities across Prince Edward Island.
Beginning in the fall of 2024, NACI recommends the following individuals should receive the most recently updated COVID-19 vaccines:
COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended for previously vaccinated...
2024-02-06
Senior Island residents without adequate housing or having increasing difficulty maintaining their home due to low income, poor housing conditions, or other special circumstances that restricts their independence may be eligible for rental assistance through the Seniors Housing Program. ...
2024-07-22
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...
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...
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...
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:...
2024-02-22
In the 2024-2025 school calendar, there are a total of 195 school days, including 182 instructional days.
Download the school calendar as a printable PDF or an ICS Calendar
September 2024
19 School Days
16 Instructional Days
2 Labour Day (no classes)
3 ...
2024-06-12
For media information, contact a communications contact for the department or agency of interest at the number listed:
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Agriculture
Kip Ready
902-314-3407
kjready@gov.pe.ca...
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...
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...
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...
2024-08-09
If you are a resident of Prince Edward Island, you can get a PEI Public Library Card for free. With a library card, you can borrow any item in our collection, use our public access computers and access our digital collections from your home.
How do I get a library...
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...
2024-04-26
A home energy assessment, also known as an energy audit, can help you save energy and make your home more comfortable. Home energy assessments from one of the companies listed below are required for Home Insulation Rebates.
What is an EnerGuide home energy assessment?
The home...
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,...
2024-07-29
** We are experiencing a higher than normal volume of some certificates. Processing times may vary during busy summer months.
You can apply for your own or your child’s birth certificate as long as it was a PEI birth and you provide the information exactly as it is recorded on the birth...
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.
Learn more about the comments policy and moderation practice.
Social Media Channels
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2024-07-22
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...
2024-07-22
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...
2024-07-22
Effective March 31, 2024, the province adopted Tier 1 of the 2020 National Model Codes. Together, the Building Codes Act and corresponding Regulations reflect the administration and enforcement requirements of the Building Permit Process. The process to apply for a Building Permit in PEI is updated...
2024-07-22
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....
2023-05-26
If you are eligible for financial assistance, under the Social Assistance Act and Regulations, you may be eligible for coverage of approved medication costs through the Financial Assistance Drug Program.
Am I eligible?
You are eligible for the program if you:
have a PEI Health...
2024-07-22
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...
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...
2023-10-05
The Prince Edward Island Generic Drug Program is for Islanders under the age of 65 who do not have insurance. The program limits out-of-pocket costs for eligible generic prescription drugs to a maximum cost of $19.95.
Am I eligible for the Generic Drug Program?
You are eligible for the...
2023-01-06
What is the PEI Smoking Cessation Program?
The PEI Smoking Cessation Program helps PEI residents who wish to stop smoking or using other tobacco products by covering 100% of the cost of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products (i.e., nicotine gum, lozenges, patches, and inhaler) and specific...
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:...
2023-01-31
The prescription medications and some diabetic supplies covered by PEI Pharmacare are identified on the PEI Pharmacare Formulary (search tool), including those that require special authorization. Medications must be dispensed at a PEI community pharmacy to be eligible for coverage under PEI...
2023-10-05
If you are age 65 or older, you are eligible for coverage of the cost of approved medications through the Seniors’ Drug Program.
Am I eligible?
You are eligible for the program if you:
are a PEI resident as defined by the Drug Cost Assistance Act;
have a valid PEI Health Card;...
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 ...
2024-05-15
Long-term care provides specialized nursing and personal care services to individuals who can no longer live on their own, with family or home care supports. These services are provided while respecting each resident’s dignity and personal choices.
Services are provided in both public and...
2024-05-06
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.
Contact the Mobile Mental Health Response Service.
A team of trained health care...
2024-05-02
One Stop Government Service Centres
Access PEI is a one-stop location to access provincial government programs, services and information.
There are nine Access PEI sites across the province. Islanders can access a wide range of programs and services including paying property tax,...
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...
2024-05-30
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. ...
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)...
2021-11-30
The Public Schools Branch and La Commission scolaire de langue française (CSLF) operate 62 public schools offering kindergarten to Grade 12. Thirty (30) schools offer French Immersion.
Public Schools Branch
School
Grades...
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....
2023-03-29
Where can I find information on current building construction tenders?
Building Construction tender opportunities are available via the local newspapers and the online tenders site.
How can I rent space to Transportation and Infrastructure?
The department utilizes a number of leased...
2021-02-02
Each year, the Government of PEI purchases over $100 million of goods and services from the private sector in accordance with the Procurement of Goods Act and Regulations and the interprovincial trade agreement. The Province operates on the premise that open competition will establish a fair market...
2023-12-05
All submissions in relation to tenders issued by Procurement Services will only be accepted via email to procurementservices@gov.pe.ca until further notice.
Each tender has its own general specifications and the supplier is obligated to meet the requirements of those specifications. An...
2021-03-30
The annual registration fee for a private passenger vehicle, taxicab or truck with a gross weight of less than 4,100 kg is currently $100.
Annual registration fees for miscellaneous vehicles
Annual Registration Fees for Miscellaneous Vehicles
Type of Vehicle...
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:...
2022-05-13
Consider a rewarding job or a career in the public service of Prince Edward Island.
Provincial Government Opportunities
Job Opportunities
Internship Opportunities
PEI Government Successful Candidates
Health PEI Successful Candidates
Public Schools Branch Successful Candidates...
2024-02-15
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...
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...
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...
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...
Office Hours
2024-09-24
Effective October 7, 2024 government office hours will be 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Designated Holidays
Provincial government offices are closed on these designated holidays as defined by the UPSE Collective Agreement.
New Year's Day
Islander Day
Good...
Asphalt work begins in Springhill and Mount Pleasant
2024-09-24
Asphalt replacement has begun in Springhill and Mount Pleasant and should take approximately two weeks to complete.
This work begins 250 metres south of the intersection of Route 2 and Stewart Road and proceeds north on Route 2 for approximately 1.7 kilometres.
The project also includes a section...
Guidelines for Viral Respiratory Infections and Outbreak Management in Long-Term Care and Community Care Facilities
2024-09-24
Viral Respiratory Infections
Prince Edward Island
Guidelines for Viral Respiratory
Infections and Outbreak Management in
Long-Term Care and Community Care
Facilities
September 2024
Viral...
Caregiver helps loved one stay at home
2024-09-24
The At Home Caregiver Benefit is a new program that helps those who are at high likelihood of admission to long-term care to stay in the comfort of their home while receiving ongoing care from a primary caregiver.
Shortly before Valarie MacRae and Michael Downs moved to Prince Edward Island,...
Pharmacare Formulary
2024-09-24
The Pharmacare Formulary is a list of prescription medications and medical supplies approved for coverage through PEI Pharmacare.
PEI Pharmacare Formulary
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P.E.I. Pharmacare Formulary
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Inquiries should be directed to...
2025 Envirothon - Current Environmental Topic
2024-09-24
2025 Envirothon: "Roots and Resiliency: Fostering Forest Stewardship in a Canopy of Change"
Alberta, host of the 2025 NCF-Envirothon international competition, was chosen as the theme "Roots and Resiliency: Fostering Forest Stewardship in a Canopy of Change" as its Current Environmental Issue (CEI...
PEI - 2 Billion Trees Planting Program
2024-09-24
The federal government has set a goal to plant two billion trees in Canada over 10 years. These trees will help restore nature, create healthy forest ecosystems, and increase carbon capture across the country. Prince Edward Island is supporting this work with the Government of Canada and there is...
PEI - 2 Billion Trees Program: Municipal Stream Planting Application
2024-09-24
Please note that this stream has been closed. We encourage all municipalities to apply through the FCM and look forward to seeing your continued success in greening our island landscape.
The deadline for 2025 applications is October 15th, 2024.
https://greenmunicipalfund.ca/...
Community Celebration Fund
2024-09-24
Your non-profit organization may be eligible for up to $2,500 to assist with costs to present your festival or event. The application period is January 6th, 2025 at noon to March 3rd, 2025 at 4pm.
Is our event eligible for this funding?
Any activity that attracts residents and/or...
Community Cultural Partnership Program
2024-09-24
Your non-profit organization may be eligible for up to $2,500 to assist with activities that promote the culture and heritage of Prince Edward Island. Priority will be given to new initiatives fostering community partnerships. You can apply from January 6th, 2025 at noon...
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