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Island voices sought for poverty reduction council
2019-07-09
The province’s poverty reduction council wants to add more community members to ensure poverty reduction measures address the diverse needs of Islanders. Islanders with lived experience and those who work day-to-day with Islanders experiencing poverty are encouraged to apply through Engage PEI . “...
Do you know an outstanding Island senior?
2019-06-28
Nominations for the annual Senior Islanders of the Year awards are being accepted until August 9. The annual awards recognize the significant contribution of Island seniors in community life including volunteerism, artistic achievement, fund raising, community participation, fitness and recreation...
Students look at housing issue
2019-06-18
It’s important for the Island’s education system to instill civic mindedness in students, preparing them to become good citizens and think of social justice and equality. As a final assignment for a Grade 12 Global Issues class at Colonel Gray High, teacher Andrew Rowe did just that. For their...
Provincial investment enhances Bedford MacDonald House
2019-05-29
An annual provincial investment to Bedford MacDonald House will allow 24/7 accessibility to programs and supports for men in need of shelter in Charlottetown. The Province of Prince Edward Island, through the Department of Social Development and Housing, will provide The Salvation Army $355,500...
New affordable housing in western PEI
2019-03-08
Home Together - Affordable Housing for PEI, The province is investing $540,000 through the Housing Action Plan to stimulate the private development of 24 new affordable homes for seniors and families in western Prince Edward Island. “We are pleased with this private developer partnership...
Province invests in Habitat for Humanity Homes
2019-03-06
Home Together - Affordable Housing for PEI, The province today announced that Habitat for Humanity is receiving $625,000 through the Housing Action Plan to build 25 homes that will make affordable home ownership a reality for more Island families. “We are pleased to invest in this Habitat for...
More seniors can get help with cost of home repairs
2019-03-05
Home Together – Renovation Support for Island Home Owners, The provincial government has expanded eligibility criteria so that more Island seniors can benefit from the Seniors Home Repair Program. Grants between $1,000 and $2,000 are available for qualifying seniors to help with the cost of home...
Grants available for seniors projects
2019-03-01
Organizations are invited to submit applications to fund projects aimed at improving the lives of Island seniors. Through the Prince Edward Island Seniors’ Secretariat the province offers grants up to $5,000 per project to organizations or groups interested in enriching the lives of seniors. ...
New Supportive Housing in Charlottetown
2019-02-19
The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are partnering to give victims of family violence and vulnerable young adults access to stable and affordable housing units as they transition to safer living arrangements. Today, Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of...
New Housing for Seniors in Summerside
2019-02-14
The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are partnering to give Island seniors with modest incomes more suitable and affordable places to call home in Summerside Today, Robert Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families,...