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Basin Head Provincial Park beach closed temporarily
2021-06-25
Starting Monday, June 28, Basin Head Provincial Park beach will be closed to the public for dredging of the channel. Security will be on site to inform the public that the beach is closed. The Basin Head Fisheries Museum remains open to the public. Dredging is expected to be completed by Thursday,...
Island artists receive grants
2021-06-24
Michelle Bouey says receiving an arts grant will help turn her dreams of creating an extended play record (EP) into reality. Bouey is among 24 Island artists who recently received a total of $100,000 through the provincial Arts Grants program . “There are times when an artist needs a helping hand...
Indigenous art selected for art bank and grants
2021-05-19
PEI Mi’kmaq and other Indigenous artists in PEI are being recognized as the successful applicants for the new Indigenous Art Bank and Indigenous Arts Grants programs. “In the spirit of friendship and reconciliation, today we celebrate Indigenous artists for their significant contributions to Prince...
New supports for PEI film industry
2021-05-06
The Province is launching a new film fund to help grow the film and television industry on Prince Edward Island. The goal of the PEI Film Production Fund (PEIFPF) is to: grow the skilled labour pool and support the development of local creative industry workers; build the capacity of the domestic...
New purchases for Provincial Art Bank
2021-05-05
Artist Oneil Kuku says he feels humbled to have his art purchased for the Provincial Art Bank. “It is a great honour and privilege to have my work selected for collection and display in the art bank,” said Oneil Kuku. “In a time where motivation is waning, this provides inspiration to continue...
New supports for community museum and cultural venues
2021-04-13
The provincial government is providing funding to help community museums and cultural venues impacted by COVID-19. The COVID-19 Operational Support Program for Community Museums and Cultural Venues provides support for operational expenses to help compensate for reduced revenue due to the pandemic...
Islanders receive 2021 heritage awards
2021-02-18
Islanders from across the province are being recognized for preserving and promoting Prince Edward Island’s heritage. Islanders were invited to submit nominations for the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation Awards last fall. The awards are presented each year to individuals or groups in recognition...
Provincial Art Bank seeks submissions from Island artists
2021-02-09
Island artists are invited to submit their work by March 12, 2021 to be considered for purchase by the Provincial Art Bank. The Provincial Art Bank collection includes 257 works of art by 123 Island artists. The art bank acquires, loans and displays art that was purchased or donated. Pieces are...
Island artists receive grants
2020-12-01
Reequal Smith says receiving an arts grant has given her confidence in her work, allowing her to pursue future goals. Smith is among 16 Island artists who recently received a total of $50,220 through the provincial Arts Grants program. “I am very thankful for this opportunity,” said Smith. “With...
Nominations open for 2021 heritage awards
2020-10-09
Islanders are invited to submit nominations for the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation Heritage Awards. The awards are presented each year to individuals or groups in recognition of their contribution to heritage on Prince Edward Island. The deadline for nominations is November 30, 2020. “There are...