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Province announces support for essential workers, small business and fisheries
2020-05-07
Today, the Province of Prince Edward Island announced additional investments to support essential workers, small businesses, and the fishing and aquaculture industries as the province moves into its renewal phase of the pandemic. This includes a wage top-up for certain essential workers, support...
New policy to strengthen diversity and inclusion in the provincial public service
2019-12-10
Celebrating the 2019 International Human Rights Day, the Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to announce its new, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, that supports creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace by recognizing and acknowledging the value of diversity and inclusion and of being...
Government partners with community organizations to benefit Islanders
2018-04-03
The provincial government is increasing its supports for community organizations that provide important programs and services to Islanders who need them the most. Finance Minister Heath MacDonald and Family and Human Resources Minister Tina Mundy made the announcement today at Queens County...
Statement from Finance Minister Allen Roach
2018-01-10
The Honourable Allen F. Roach announced today that he is stepping down from his position as Prince Edward Island’s minister of Finance effective immediately. He will continue to serve as a proud member of the Legislative Assembly for District 3, Montague-Kilmuir. “As I have decided not to run in...
Islanders invited to give budget feedback online, in person
2018-01-05
Islanders have several opportunities to help shape the province's upcoming 2018-19 operating budget. Finance Minister Allen Roach will host pre-budget consultations in Alberton on January 10, Summerside on January 11, Charlottetown on January 16, and Montague on January 18 -- call (902) 368-...
New funding agreement for municipalities announced
2017-12-06
The provincial government has announced an historic new way to fund the Island’s municipalities. Finance Minister Allen Roach today (November 6) outlined the funding changes in the Legislative Assembly. The new agreement will provide municipalities with more predictable funding and stronger growth...
Province’s debt rating reaffirmed as stable
2017-11-01
A third bond rating agency has reaffirmed the province’s debt rating as stable, again demonstrating government’s sound management of taxpayers’ dollars. Standard and Poor's (S&P Global) has joined Moody’s and DBRS in forecasting a stable outlook for the economy. The agency said that over...
Province reduces deficit by $8.25 million, on track to balance
2017-10-31
The provincial deficit for the 2016-2017 fiscal year now stands at just $1.3 million, with the province on track to achieve a balanced budget in the current fiscal year. Thanks to good financial stewardship, a strong economy, and a focus on key priorities, the deficit of $1.3 million compares...