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Tremploy Starts Construction on New Facility and Launches Capital Fundraising Campaign
2022-07-06
Construction has started on the new Tremploy Skills Development Centre to provide vocational training and support services for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Today Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of...
Seniors Navigator on-site schedule in locations across PEI
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/seniors-navigator-on-site-schedule-in-locations-across-pei
2022-06-30
The Seniors Navigator assists seniors, near seniors, caregivers and family members of seniors with accessing information on programs, supports, and services.
To book an in-person meeting at a location nearest you call 1-866-770-0588. Walk-in appointments are also welcome during scheduled on-site...
Province launches seniors’ food support program
2022-06-23
Low-income Island seniors age 65 and older who are facing food insecurity due to rising inflation can now register for a one-time grocery card of $100.
Registration will be accepted online at Seniors Food Support Program. Print registration forms are also available online and can be returned to...
Children’s Food Security will launch for a third summer
2022-06-17
The children’s food security program will open for registration for families in need of support on June 20.
Precooked, reheatable meals will be available for any Island family facing challenges in securing healthy food for their children. Registration is required and meals will be delivered to...
Recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
2022-06-15
The abuse and neglect of an older adult can occur anywhere and can happen to anyone. June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), a day to bring attention to the issue of elder abuse and recognize that rights don’t get old.
“We, as a community, benefit from the contributions of older...
New support for NGOs and community organizations
2022-06-10
NGOs and community organizations can apply to receive up to $10,000, per organization, to assist with the rising cost of living for organizations and clients.
Non-profit and community organizations can apply to receive a grant of up to $5,000 to support their clients with the rising cost of...
Q and A with the Island's new Seniors Navigator – Melanie Melanson
2022-04-14
How would you explain the role of Seniors Navigator to Islanders?
I like to think of the Seniors Navigator role as a “one-stop shop” to assist seniors. I help seniors navigate programs, supports and services through municipal, provincial and federal government departments,...
Federal funding provided to projects on Prince Edward Island to support victims of family violence and intimate partner violence
2022-03-16
Family violence and intimate partner violence (IPV) are serious public health issues and have immediate and long-term consequences for victims, including physical, mental, cognitive and financial. Everyone in Canada should be safe and free from physical, emotional and sexual violence,...
Province announces new operator of the Community Outreach Centre
2022-03-15
The Community Outreach Centre will have a new operator beginning April 18th, 2022.
The Adventure Group will lead the day-to-day operations of the Centre with support from partners; the Canadian Mental Health Association – PEI Division, Upper Room Hospitality Ministry and ResourceAbilities. The...
2022 Seniors’ Secretariat grant application now open
2022-03-10
Organizations and communities that work to improve the lives of Island seniors can now apply for provincial government funding.
Applications are being accepted for 2022-2023 PEI Seniors’ Secretariat grants until May 11, 2022. The grants provide up to $5,000 per project to organizations or groups...