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Projects receive provincial funding to help create a more inclusive Island
2022-12-01
Lucky Fusca, executive director of the PEI Transgender Network Ltd., says receiving funding for their project will allow the organization to create a series of events that will centre, uplift, and continue to foster positive experiences for the transgender and gender diverse community on Prince...
New home heating program helps Islanders and the environment
2022-11-30
A new pilot program will help Island homeowners upgrade their current heating system to a cleaner, more efficient system, while reducing the carbon footprint. The Residential Home Heating Program will allow homeowners to borrow funds for costs associated with the purchase and installation of...
Feedback wanted on the Employment Standards Act
2022-10-20
Island residents are invited to have their say on the, Employment Standards Ac, t. The Employment Standards Act Comprehensive Review Panel began reviewing the act in October 2021 and is now seeking feedback from the public. The panel has prepared an interim report to help guide public consultations...
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...
Province partners with Construction Association of PEI to expedite repairs to homes and businesses
2022-10-11
The Province of Prince Edward Island is partnering with the Construction Association of PEI to help match Islanders who need contractors to make immediate repairs to their homes or businesses as a result of Hurricane Fiona with qualified contractors on Prince Edward Island and across the country...
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...
Government provides update on operations and launches relief programs
2022-09-27
During a media briefing on Tuesday, September 27th government provided an update on operations and relief programs as the province continues to recover from Hurricane Fiona., Transportation and Infrastructure , Provincial crews continue to clear roads, and work alongside Maritime Electric when...
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 annually...
Start-up businesses can apply to Ignition Fund
2022-09-20
Applications are now open for Innovation PEI’s 2022 fall Ignition Fund competition, which offers up to $25,000 to launch or expand a business in Prince Edward Island. Rich Knox of Performers’ Health, a previous recipient of the Ignition Fund, says the fund helped put his plan into action much...
New program supports cultural inclusion and community enhancement
2022-09-06
A new pilot program supports projects or initiatives that directly contribute to making Prince Edward Island a more inclusive province. The Gender, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Community Enhancement Program will fund a wide range of small and large projects to improve cultural inclusion,...