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Farmers Talk program featured as part of Canada’s Premiers Promising Practices Podcast
2021-05-05
Islanders and other Canadians can learn more about PEI’s FarmersTalk.ca initiative as part of a new podcast series on mental health and addictions support.
Members of the farming community are joined by Premier Dennis King, Agriculture and Land Minister Bloyce Thompson to discuss the challenges...
Premier King announces changes to Cabinet
2020-02-21
Premier Dennis King today announced changes to Cabinet that will put a further emphasis on efforts to conserve the environment and adapt to climate change while delivering on a commitment to building a stronger, healthier province for Islanders.
Natalie Jameson, member of the Legislative Assembly...
Islanders continue to join government boards in the new year
2020-02-04
Communities across the province continue to benefit from the insight and knowledge that Islanders bring through their membership on agencies, boards and commissions.
Close to 20 Islanders have been appointed and reappointed to seven government boards in January.
“The innovative ideas Islanders...
New French services added for Summerset Manor residents
2020-01-24
The Acadian and Francophone community will benefit by having access to more French language services.
Residents and visitors at Summerset Manor will be better served with newly designated French language services in the following areas:
Orientation services
Reception services
Long-term...
PEI agriculture is her passion
2019-10-25
To say Liz Maynard is a community leader is an understatement. As an active member of three boards; including president of the Prince County Hospital Foundation, and many other ongoing volunteer roles, she demonstrates a dedication to helping others and a passion for rural life.
“I’m a firm...
Our culture is still alive and it's relevant
2019-10-10
Acadian pride isn’t just important to Charlottetown teacher Maxime Duguay – it’s a calling.
Duguay, a teacher at Ecole Francois Buote, has made a career educating young Islanders in the French language, but he said he finds it very gratifying when he can help people discover Acadian culture.
“As...
Update - Public Consultations - Independent Child and Youth Advocate Office
2019-09-10
New dates will be announced for the three public consultations postponed this week.
Due to clean up after the weekend storm, the following consultations on the creation of an independent Child and Youth Advocate Office are cancelled and will be rescheduled:
Monday, September 9th-...
Islanders lending their voices to government boards
2019-09-04
Government agencies, boards and commissions continue to seek Islanders’ knowledge and skills through Engage PEI.
In August eight Islanders joined four different agencies, boards and commissions to share their knowledge, time and energy.
“Dynamic communities are fueled by Islanders’ commitment...
Princess Takamado returns to PEI
2019-08-20
Her Imperial Highness, Princess Takamado of Japan will visit Prince Edward Island from August 27 to 29, 2019 as part of the official events to commemorate the 90th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Canada.
Her Imperial Highness will be meeting with provincial officials,...
Government boards welcome new members in June
2019-06-28
Islanders continue to dedicate their knowledge and time to provincial agencies, boards and commissions.
Through Engage PEI, eight Islanders have joined five different provincial councils and committees this month. With over 70 boards, Islanders can find their fit to contribute their skills and...