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More supports for workers impacted by Hurricane Fiona
2022-10-19
The province is launching a new emergency payment program for workers impacted by power outages caused by Hurricane Fiona who have not been eligible for other income support programs.
The Emergency Income Payment for Remote and Impacted Workers is a one-time $500 payment for Islanders who work...
Program helps groups with clean up and displaced workers
2022-09-30
Today, Government is launching the Emergency Jobs Initiative Program to support businesses, non-profit organizations, and municipalities through the recovery and clean up from Hurricane Fiona.
The program will provide wage subsidy funding of 100 per cent for up to 4 weeks, at a maximum of $15 per...
Minimum wage to increase twice in 2023
2022-09-20
Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will reach $15 per hour by the end of next year.
The first increase will be by 80 cents on January 1, 2023 to $14.50 per hour. The second increase will be 50 cents on October 1, 2023 to $15.00 per hour.
The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage...