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Paid sick leave takes effect October 1
2024-09-19
Islanders are reminded that workers In Prince Edward Island will have access to paid sick leave as of October 1.
The province made amendments to the Employment Standards Act giving employees the right to the following paid sick leave:
One day of paid sick leave after 12 months of continuous...
Minimum wage increase reminder
2024-09-17
Minimum wage in Prince Edward Island will increase from $15.40 to $16 per hour on October 1.
The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage annually and provides their recommendation to government.
For more information, visit: Minimum Wage Order (Board and Lodging).
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Feedback wanted on licensing recruiters of foreign workers
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/feedback-wanted-on-licensing-recruiters-of-foreign-workers
2024-08-29
Government invites the public to provide their input on new draft regulations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act.
The Act includes a requirement for foreign national recruiters to be licenced. The proposed regulations contain added details about the licensing requirements for...
More funding available to foster inclusive communities
2024-08-02
Funding is now available for Island residents and community groups to support projects that promote diversity and inclusion within the province.
The Gender, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Community Enhancement Program (GEDI) provides grants for initiatives that encourage a greater sense of...
Province launches Marion L. Reid tuition grant to support students in healthcare-related studies and increases George Coles Bursary
2024-07-31
Island students will soon have access to more financial assistance.
The new Marion L. Reid grant, named after Prince Edward Island’s 37th Lieutenant Governor and lifelong educator, encourages Island students to enter the field of healthcare studies and honours Mrs. Reid’s leadership, legacy and...
Atlantic Ministers concerned about the impacts of Federal Workforce Funding cuts on Atlantic Canadians
2024-06-17
In light of the detrimental impact of the $625 million cut to Labour Market Transfer Agreements (LMTAs) on workers and employers, Atlantic Workforce Ministers met on June 6th, 2024 and are demanding the Federal Government reverse this cut.
Federal Budget 2024 brought an unexpected reduction of $...
Province proclaims paid sick leave
2024-03-22
Island workers will have access to paid sick leave effective October 1, 2024.
Following amendments made to the Employment Standards Act during the most recent fall sitting of the legislature, Island workers will be eligible for up to three paid sick days depending on the length of their continuous...
Prince Edward Island implements federal study permit changes to students from abroad
2024-03-07
International students wishing to study at an Island post-secondary institution will be receiving provincial documentation to include as part of their federal application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Following the federal announcement earlier this year, the Province...
Province launches PEI’s population framework and introduces measures to slow down population growth
2024-02-22
The Government of Prince Edward Island released today the provincial population framework and introduces a refocused approach to PEI’s immigration programs to align nominations with provincial pressures and priorities.
The Province has seen consistent population increases over time, and Growing...
New recruitment strategy will help address critical shortage of skilled trades across Atlantic Canada
2024-02-20
Construction Association of Prince Edward Island (CAPEI) to develop and implement regional immigration plan to help address critical shortages in the sector.
The need to increase the number of skilled tradespeople in Atlantic Canada’s construction sector has never been greater. The Construction...