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Islanders show strong support for reducing single-use plastic bags to benefit the environment
2019-12-11
Islanders’ enthusiastic support for reducing single-use plastic checkout bags is decreasing the volume of plastic entering the Island’s solid waste system. As a result, there will be no need to increase fees for reusable or paper bags in January as originally planned. The minimum mandatory fee will...
New policy to strengthen diversity and inclusion in the provincial public service
2019-12-10
Celebrating the 2019 International Human Rights Day, the Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to announce its new, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, that supports creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace by recognizing and acknowledging the value of diversity and inclusion and of being...
Province wants federal assessment on Northern Pulp’s plan
2019-12-10
The Government of Prince Edward Island has repeated its request for a federal assessment on the effluent treatment plan proposed by Northern Pulp given the project has direct implications on the shared area of the Northumberland Strait. Northern Pulp, located at Abercrombie Point in Nova Scotia,...
Input wanted from Islanders on Health PEI strategic plan
2019-12-09
Islanders are being asked for their input on the 2020-2023 Health PEI Strategic Plan which will help improve healthcare across PEI in response to changing needs. Islanders will have an opportunity to contribute to the development of the new strategic plan through a survey, written submissions and...
Telephone survey asks Islanders about gambling
2019-12-06
A voluntary telephone survey is being carried out to ask Islanders about their gambling behavior so that more support services can be developed to help people with gambling issues. The Department of Health and Wellness is again gathering information from Islanders ages 18+ from across the...
New video celebrates Prince Edward Island seafood
2019-12-05
Seafood distributors and exporters can now use a new video to help in their promotion of Prince Edward Island fisheries and aquaculture products. The video, entitled “Not Humble,” was developed by the departments of Fisheries and Communities and Economic Growth, Tourism and Culture. It was produced...
Work is underway to strengthen education governance and reinstate elected boards
2019-12-04
The provincial government is taking steps to build an education governance model that gives Islanders a stronger voice in their education system and more input into decision making. The Department of Education and Lifelong Learning has been mandated to reinstate school boards that have elected...
New PISA results show PEI education system is working well
2019-12-03
New assessment results show how well education systems around the world are preparing students for higher education and the workforce by assessing the achievement of 15 year-olds in reading, math and science. Released today, the latest Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results...
More support to help Islanders quit smoking
2019-12-03
Islanders looking to quit smoking now have access to additional supports, free of charge, through a new self-referral program. All Islanders who smoke or use other tobacco products, and are ready to quit, are eligible to participate. The Smoking Cessation Program covers the cost of medications...
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...