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Government releases new diversity and inclusion strategy
2022-01-27
The provincial government released a new diversity and inclusion strategy to ensure it is providing a safe, inclusive and diverse work environment for employees and clients, today and in the future. The 2022-2025 Diversity and Inclusion Strategy will build on the 2019 Diversity and Inclusion Policy...
Volunteer Firefighters tax credit one of many tax changes to benefit Islanders
2021-12-30
A number of tax changes, including a tax credit for volunteer firefighters and ground search and rescue (GSAR) first responders will be introduced in the new year. The changes will be effective January 1, 2022 and include: increasing the firefighter tax credit from $500 to $1,000, providing free...
PEI liquor laws modernize
2021-12-20
The modernization of PEI’s liquor laws and regulations is taking another step forward with recent changes to the province’s Liquor Control Act. Changes made in the 2021 fall session of the Legislative Assembly come into effect December 18, 2021 and include: the ability for patrons to bring their...
Islanders invited to give their input during pre-budget consultations
2021-12-15
Online submissions for pre-budget consultations open today for Islanders to share their input and ideas for the upcoming provincial 2022-23 operating budget. This year again, all pre-budget consultations will take place virtually to adhere with public health and safety precautions. Islanders can...
Property tax relief available for Island tourism operators
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/property-tax-relief-available-for-island-tourism-operators
2021-06-08
An interest relief program for PEI tourism operators has been modified to help mitigate the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Tourism Interest Relief Program will now be expanded to include reimbursements on interest payable for property tax bills until December 31, 2021. In addition,...
Government will cover the cost of testing Island racehorses for Strangles
2021-03-23
Today, Minister of Finance Darlene Compton announced that the Province will support the harness racing industry by paying for testing for the presence of Streptococcal Equi (Strangles) in standardbred racehorses. An Advisory Committee comprised of representatives from the Atlantic Veterinary...
Tax changes provide relief and assistance for Islanders affected by the pandemic
2021-03-16
The provincial government will make tax changes so that Islanders and businesses can keep more money in their pockets as the province continues to recover from the effects of COVID-19. The changes are effective January 2022 and include: Increasing the basic personal income tax exemption to $11,250...
Budget 2021-22 shows province’s path to recovery
2021-03-12
Today, Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Darlene Compton delivered government’s 2020-21 operating budget that outlines $2.5 billion in spending for programs to assist Islanders, businesses, and industry recover from COVID-19, while optimistically turning an eye to the future. “With the...
Government releases volumes two and three of Public Accounts for 2019-2020 fiscal year
2021-01-29
The Province today released Volumes II and III of Public Accounts, which provides additional information regarding the financial results for government from the 2019-2020 fiscal year. Public Accounts is an annual summary and accountability report of the Government of Prince Edward Island, audited...
Government releases volume one of Public Accounts for 2019-2020 fiscal year
2021-01-15
The Province today released Volume one of the 2019-2020 Public Accounts that show the audited financial results for government from the 2019-2020 fiscal year, including a surplus of $22 million. Public Accounts is an annual summary and accountability report of the Government of Prince Edward Island...