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This season, give the gift of Prince Edward Island
2019-12-02
Looking for the perfect gift for someone on your list? Take a local approach to gift buying this holiday season and you'll be giving twice.
Buying products and experiences that originate right here in Prince Edward Island is the gift that keeps on giving -- to our local economy, that is. When you...
French Language Services Act - 2018-2019 Annual Report
2019-11-27
The French Language Services Act Annual Report is submitted by the Minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs to the Legislative Assembly each fiscal year. The report contains information on the activities of the Acadian and Francophone Affairs Secretariat and government institutions...
Tree growers take it one season at a time
2019-11-08
Christmas tree grower David Smith is used to planting for the future.
Each year he plants a new crop of trees, knowing that he won’t see the results of his efforts for 15 years. Although planting and cutting the trees only happens once, each tree represents years of labour; including pruning once...
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...
Prince Edward Island Housing Council
2019-10-08
The Prince Edward Island Housing Council (the ‘Council’) is being created to oversee the implementation of the Prince Edward Island Housing Action Plan 2018-2023.
What is the function of the Housing Council?
In overseeing the implementation of the Housing Action Plan, the council will provide...
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,...