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Holland College Human Services Program expands to West Prince

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/holland-college-human-services-program-expands-west-prince
2019-09-23
Students looking to earn a Human Services diploma at Holland College will soon be able to take the program on the West Prince Campus in Alberton. Students in the Human Services Program learn about various intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities and obtain practical skills to help...
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Island voices sought for poverty reduction council

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/island-voices-sought-poverty-reduction-council
2019-07-09
The province’s poverty reduction council wants to add more community members to ensure poverty reduction measures address the diverse needs of Islanders.  Islanders with lived experience and those who work day-to-day with Islanders experiencing poverty are encouraged to apply through Engage PEI . “...

New initiatives to help all Islanders participate and thrive 

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/new-initiatives-help-all-islanders-participate-and-thrive
2018-11-02
Significant new investments in shelter, food, and help for individuals looking for employment will give more Islanders an opportunity to participate to their fullest and assist those who need it the most.  The Prince Edward Island government today announced a series of initiatives to support...

More help available for child care costs

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/more-help-available-child-care-costs
2018-10-12
Supporting Island families -, Child care will be more affordable and accessible for Island families. The child-care subsidy provided by the Prince Edward Island government is increasing. Rates for school-aged child care and private sitters will be raised and the number of families whose child care...
Minister Tina Mundy, Judy Hennessey, and Amanda Brazil.

Province expands disability supports for Islanders

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/province-expands-disability-supports-islanders
2018-07-12
Islanders living with disabilities will have more and better assistance from the Prince Edward Island government. Expansions to the Disability Support Program – now called AccessAbility Supports – will include a coordinator to help clients navigate the system,  job coaching and skills training,...
Minister Tina Mundy announces major changes to social assistance

Improved social assistance will empower Islanders

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/improved-social-assistance-will-empower-islanders
2018-06-07
Major enhancements to the provincial government’s social assistance program will help Islanders overcome barriers and become more self reliant. The significant improvements (details at www.princeedwardisland.ca/SA-renewal ) include: allowing Islanders to have more savings – and earn more income –...
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Healthy food satisfies more than bellies

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/healthy-food-satisfies-more-bellies
2018-02-15
Supporting Island families -, As chef Bev Campbell pulls a shepherd’s pie from the oven at Queen Elizabeth Elementary School in Kensington, she explains why serving healthy, local food makes a difference in her students’ lives. Made with love, the pie has vegetables sourced from local organic...

Province is committed to supporting grandparents and caregivers

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/province-committed-supporting-grandparents-and-caregivers
2018-02-07
Supporting Island families -, Our government is committed to the well-being of children. Unfortunately some children are unable to be cared for by their parents. In those situations, we want to make sure that grandparents and other care givers receive the help they need to care for these children....

Islanders invited to help craft poverty-reduction strategy

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/islanders-invited-help-craft-poverty-reduction-strategy
2017-11-21
Supporting Island families -, Islanders are invited to help create a collaborative strategy to further reduce poverty in the province. The Poverty Reduction Advisory Council will provide input and advice on poverty reduction, focusing on housing, food, and employment. Islanders can apply to join...

Are you getting benefits you deserve?

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/are-you-getting-benefits-you-deserve
2017-03-20
Low or modest-income Islanders – or those receiving social assistance – may be eligible for more money from the provincial and federal governments. “Some people could be missing out on benefits, and even back pay through certain programs,” Family and Human Services Minister Tina Mundy said. “...

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