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School Staff Appreciation Week
2024-02-12
School Staff Appreciation Week, February 12-16, recognizes the pivotal role that staff in the education system play in children’s lives.
“I would like to thank all school staff for their commitment to bettering the lives of Island students. By creating a welcoming and safe environment to learn...
Prince Edward Island recognizes Early Childhood Educator Week
2024-02-05
Early Childhood Educator Week, February 5-9, recognizes the integral role that early childhood educators play in the development of children's intellectual, physical, social and emotional growth.
“Early childhood educators help create a strong foundation for our children to grow and learn. I...
Expanding École Pierre-Chiasson
2024-02-01
The groundwork has started on a $720,000 expansion at École Pierre-Chiasson in Tignish.
Over the past decade the student population has increased significantly, from 66 students in 2014-15 to 115 students in 2023-24. In response, the provincial government approved a much-needed expansion. This...
Late French Immersion information sessions
2024-01-31
Parents of Grade 6 students, who are interested in enrolling their children in late French Immersion for the 2024-25 school year are encouraged to attend an information meeting in their region.
“PEI’s French Immersion program offers students whose first language is not French the opportunity to...
Celebrating Family Literacy Day with free books for children
2024-01-26
In recognition of Family Literacy Day, Premier Dennis King announced that his government will increase funding to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program in PEI.
“We are pleased to announce that we are increasing support to build quality children’s libraries in homes across PEI. We want to...
Family Literacy Day January 27
2024-01-22
As we approach Family Literacy Day on January 27, PEI Public Libraries are gearing up with a week of literary events encouraging families to come together and discover the joy of reading in fun and interactive ways.
Libraries across the province will host a variety of family-friendly activities...
Newly designated Early Years Centres and updated regulations
2024-01-10
The New Year brings added benefits for the early years sector in Prince Edward Island, including updated regulations, three newly designated Early Years Centres (EYCs) and a drop in child care fees to $10-a-day.
After extensive consultation, the province is pleased to support the early years...
Grants available to support women and girls
2024-01-09
Applications are open for the 2024 Interministerial Women's Secretariat (IWS) Grant, which supports projects aimed at benefiting women and girls in Prince Edward Island.
Through the IWS, the province is commitment to empowering women and girls and cultivating communities where every individual...
Call for Submissions for PEI Book Awards
2024-01-08
Island-based authors, editors, and book creators are invited to submit their works for consideration for the 2024 PEI Book Awards.
The awards are presented every two years in four categories of writing including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and children’s literature. Recognizing excellence in...
Top library picks for 2023
2023-12-29
A new record was set in 2023 for engagement with the PEI Public Library Service. Islanders borrowed over a half million items, including books, musical instruments, tools, sports equipment and more.
“Our Island libraries are committed to helping children and adults develop a love of reading and...