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Budget 2020-21 charts path forward for Islanders during COVID-19
2020-06-17
Today, Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Darlene Compton presented the 2020-21 provincial budget which outlines $2.2 billion in planned investments in Islanders, environment, business and primary sectors. “As challenging as the past few months have been, we have an opportunity to reset....
Province announces support for essential workers, small business and fisheries
2020-05-07
Today, the Province of Prince Edward Island announced additional investments to support essential workers, small businesses, and the fishing and aquaculture industries as the province moves into its renewal phase of the pandemic. This includes a wage top-up for certain essential workers, support...
Proactive measures taken by Province to mitigate the effects of a data breach
2020-03-02
Very recently, we have become aware of a limited breach that has occurred in relation to the ransomware event, and at this stage, it appears that a small amount of data was moved from Government of PEI servers. As a proactive measure, government officials will communicate with any suspected...
Islanders information protected as Government addresses malware discovery
2020-02-25
On Sunday afternoon (February 23), Government discovered malware on its network, and extensive efforts continue to be taken to ensure Islanders’ personal information is protected. Best practice measures to combat the malware were immediately put in place, and an extensive investigation is underway...
Islanders invited to provide input during pre-budget consultations
2020-01-27
Islanders are invited to participate in pre-budget consultations taking place in the coming weeks to share their ideas and priorities that will help create the upcoming budget for the province. Minister of Finance, Darlene Compton will hold consultations on the 2020-21 Budget both online and at...
Tax changes mean more money for Islanders
2019-12-23
A number of tax changes will be coming into effect in the New Year that will give Islanders more disposable income. The basic personal income tax amount will be raised to $10,000 from $9,160, the small business tax rate will drop by another 0.5 per cent to 3 per cent, and the low income threshold...
New policy to strengthen diversity and inclusion in the provincial public service
2019-12-10
Celebrating the 2019 International Human Rights Day, the Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to announce its new, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, that supports creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace by recognizing and acknowledging the value of diversity and inclusion and of being...
Capital Budget investing in greater supports for Islanders
2019-11-15
Today, Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Darlene Compton tabled government’s capital budget that will see $156 million of planned spending on critical infrastructure through 2020-21 supporting the livelihood of Islanders and communities across the province. “It is because of the ambition,...
Islanders continue to drive strong economy, provincial surplus
2019-10-31
A strong economy with high employment and good fiscal management have led to a $56.9 million surplus in the 2018-19 fiscal year for the Province of Prince Edward Island. “It is because of the strength of Islanders that we continue to experience a strong and healthy economy. It is important that we...
Bond ratings signal confidence in stability of minority government
2019-08-19
The strong economic performance and debt management practices of Islanders and the provincial government are reflected in recent bond ratings. For the first time since 2000, DBRS has upgraded the province’s bond rating from A(low) to A. As well, Moody’s maintained the province’s bond rating of...