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Premier confirms PEI ready for Santa
2019-12-24
Premier Dennis King has spoken with Santa, reassuring him that Prince Edward Island is ready for his arrival and to celebrate the holiday season. “I have spoken with Santa to let him know that he has been cleared to fly over Prince Edward Island this evening and land on rooftops as he carries out...
Social assistance rates increasing across the Island
2019-12-23
Islanders on social assistance will benefit from the province’s continued economic growth through increased monthly allowance supports, as of January 1, 2020. The increased allowance rates will benefit people in all regions of Prince Edward Island and improve the lives of vulnerable Islanders,...
More Islanders join government boards
2019-12-20
Islanders’ voices are making a positive impact and shaping our communities through membership on government agencies, boards and commissions. In the months of November and December, six government boards welcomed 20 Islanders as new or reappointment members. “Islanders have a wealth of knowledge...
Changes to senior management and IRAC announced
2019-12-20
Premier Dennis King today announced the appointment of Sherry Gillis, Q.C., as acting Deputy Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Deputy Attorney General. Ms. Gillis is from Cornwall and has served as a solicitor with the Department of Justice and Public Safety since 2000. She brings to the...
Premier launches student art garden initiative
2019-11-27
The Premier’s Office now features a new student art gallery showcasing the creativity and talent of student artists from schools across Prince Edward Island. Launched earlier this month, the Premier’s Art Garden will feature at least one piece of student artwork from each Island school over the...
Atlantic Premiers Discuss Priorities in Advance of the Meeting of Canada’s Premiers
2019-11-25
Atlantic Premiers spoke today on advancing the shared priorities of the region. Prince Edward Island Premier Dennis King, chair of the Council of Atlantic Premiers, hosted a conference call today with New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs, Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Dwight Ball, and Nova...
Prince Edward Island announces independent Child and Youth Advocate Office
2019-11-20
Children and youth across the province will soon have access to an independent office that will work to protect and promote their rights and advocate on their behalf with respect to services that fall under the legislation. “Our government has prioritized people and none are more important than...
New members joining government boards
2019-11-08
Through Engage PEI, Islanders continue to share their knowledge and skills to make meaningful contributions to their communities. In the month of October, thirteen Islanders were welcomed to five government agencies, boards and commissions. "Islanders are dedicated people who like to get...
Statement from Premier on the passing of George Proud
2019-10-23
Premier Dennis King has issued the following statement on the passing of George Proud: “I was saddened to hear of the passing of George Proud this morning. He was a proud Islander with a passion and deep-rooted commitment to serving his community that was unwavering. To his friends and colleagues,...
Change to senior management announced
2019-10-10
Premier Dennis King today announced the appointment of Tanya Rowell as incoming Chief Executive Officer of the PEI Public Service Commission. Ms. Rowell has held several senior roles within human resources since joining the provincial public service in 2001. For the past five years, she has served...