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Book release on PEI’s Famous Five celebrates Women’s History Month
2020-10-28
As part of Women’s History Month, a new book launch celebrates Prince Edward Island’s Famous Five and the contributions of these exceptional women leaders who made political history.
Minister Natalie Jameson, joined by Premier Dennis King shared excerpts of this new resource with students from...
Working together to support equity in school sports
2020-10-22
A full review of Prince Edward Island School Athletic Association (PEISAA) sports will ensure gender equity for student athletes.
“Ensuring equitable opportunities for young women in all levels of sport, and in all areas of life, is important. I want to recognize the courage and leadership of...
Capital improvements and expansions are underway for Island Schools
2020-10-20
Capital improvements and expansions of Island schools are underway to meet the needs of school communities.
In partnership with the federal government and made possible through the new COVID-19 Resilience Stream infrastructure funding, planned expansions and capital improvements will be...
Applications open for grants to help stop violence against women
2020-10-15
Community organizations can apply through the Interministerial Women’s Secretariat for funding to enhance awareness, education and action to prevent violence against women in Prince Edward Island.
The annual fund of $50,000 supports projects that focus on the prevention of violence against women...
Public libraries drop overdue fees
2020-10-02
PEI public library card holders will no longer have to pay a fee for library materials that are returned late, plus all outstanding overdue fees will be waived.
Starting today, public libraries will stop charging late fees, to remove any potential barriers for people and to encourage as many...
Free book giving program
2020-10-01
The PEI Literacy Alliance launched the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program on September 30, 2020, in partnership with Rotary Clubs and the Province of Prince Edward Island. The launch was held at their 30th Annual General Meeting.
The Imagination Library, a free book giving program, will be...