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Island voices sought for new Rural Communities Council
2020-01-20
Islanders with an interest in the social and economic progress of rural Prince Edward Island are invited to help guide the province through a newly-formed Rural Communities Council. Building on the work done by the Island’s four regional economic advisory councils, the new council will collaborate...
Wellness grants encourage healthy living across the Island
2020-01-15
This year provincial wellness grants are assisting 23 community groups to promote wellness and help Islanders to live healthy. The Wellness Grant Program provides $50,000 annually to support community-led wellness initiatives in the following priority areas: living tobacco free; being physically...
Community outreach centre supports Islanders in need
2020-01-14
A community outreach centre in Charlottetown will help Islanders experiencing homelessness connect with the support services they need. The centre, located at 211 Euston Street, will be open 7 days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. starting Wednesday, January 15, and offer support to people seeking...
Summerside to benefit from a new solar farm
2020-01-14
A thriving economy needs strategic investments in green infrastructure to improve the lives of citizens while limiting impacts on the local environment. Investing in innovative green infrastructure also helps create jobs and improve the quality of life of Canadians. Today, the Honourable Catherine...
Statement by Premier King on the passing of Honourable John Crosbie
2020-01-10
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable John Crosbie: “I was saddened to hear about John Crosbie’s passing earlier this morning. He was a fiery advocate for his home province of Newfoundland and Labrador and for our country during some of their most...
Statement by Premier King on the fatal plane crash in Iran
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/statement-by-premier-king-on-the-fatal-plane-crash-in-iran
2020-01-09
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement about the fatal plane crash in Tehran, Iran on January 8, 2020: “On behalf of the Province of Prince Edward Island, our deepest condolences are with those who have lost family, friends and loved ones in the tragic plane crash in Iran that claimed...
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...
Tax changes mean more money for Islanders
2019-12-23
A number of tax changes will be coming into effect in the New Year that will give Islanders more disposable income. The basic personal income tax amount will be raised to $10,000 from $9,160, the small business tax rate will drop by another 0.5 per cent to 3 per cent, and the low income threshold...
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...