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Prince Edward Island looks at new opportunities with the resurgence of redfish
2021-10-22
The provincial Department of Fisheries and Communities continues to closely follow the resurgence of the redfish stock in an area of the Gulf of St Lawrence known as Unit 1. The PEI groundfish industry has been actively involved in the current experimental quota fishery collecting additional...
New funding to help with cost of tablets to verify PEI Vax Pass
2021-10-22
A new fund is available to help Island organizations, required to implement the PEI Vax Pass, purchase tablets to scan PEI Vax Pass QR codes used to verify people’s proof of vaccination. The COVID-19 – Vax Pass Implementation Fund supports businesses, not-for-profits, and non-governmental...
Mobile Mental Health Response Service launches
2021-10-22
A province-wide Mobile Mental Health Response Service is now providing support to Islanders who may be experiencing a mental health crisis. Islanders experiencing a mental health crisis can call the Mental Health and Addictions Access Line at 1-833-553-6983 where a mental health professional (...
Being a foster family can be life changing for parents and children
2021-10-22
Mike and Janine Hamilton have been foster parents for more than ten years and have even made an addition to their home so they can help keep siblings together in families where multiple children are in care. “Giving kids the opportunity to do things that they haven’t had the chance to do before,...
PEI Vax Pass QR code now available to download
2021-10-22
Island residents can now access the PEI Vax Pass QR code proof of vaccination record to prepare themselves for the full implementation of the PEI Vax Pass Program at the end of this month. The PEI Vax Pass features a unique QR code with the individual’s authenticated COVID-19 record of vaccination...
Three new cases of COVID-19; vaccine update; at-home test kits for youth; Halloween guidance
2021-10-19
Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has announced three new cases of COVID-19 in Prince Edward Island. Two individuals are in their 50s with a history of travel outside PEI. Contact tracing is complete, the individuals are self-isolating. One individual is in their 20s and this case...
New mental health and addictions single point of access phone line launched
2021-10-18
A new single point of access phone line for mental health and addictions services will make it easier for Islanders to find and receive appropriate and timely care. Islanders can access the mental health and addictions phone line at 1-833-553-6983. Mental health professionals will be answering...
Dr. Michael Gardam confirmed to take permanent role as Health PEI CEO
2021-10-18
The Health PEI Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Gardam as the permanent CEO for Health PEI. Dr. Gardam was recommended for the position by the Health PEI Board of Directors following a competitive search. Dr. Gardam has been Interim CEO of Health PEI since the departure of...
Statement by Premier Dennis King
2021-10-18
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the by-election for the District of Cornwall-Meadowbank: “This morning Cabinet passed an order in council to allow Elections PEI to issue the writ of election for the District 16 By-Election. The order is...
Acadian Museum opens new archaeology exhibit
2021-10-18
Islanders and visitors can learn more about four important Island archaeological sites at the Acadian Museum of PEI. In partnership with the PEI Archaeology Office, the Acadian Museum of PEI will host a new multi-sensory exhibit showcasing over 300 years of Acadian cultural history. The new exhibit...