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National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
2024-05-03
The National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) is recognized annually on May 5. It is a day to bring awareness and to recognize and honour the lost lives of Indigenous women and girls.
“May 5 is also known as Red Dress Day, and it is important for us...
Statement by Premier King on National Physicians’ Day
2024-05-01
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on National Physicians’ Day:
“Today – May 1 – is National Physicians’ Day, a day to honour the dedication and compassion of physicians.
Physicians play an integral role in our lives, providing essential...
Statement by Premier King on the National Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace
2024-04-28
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the National Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace:
“Each year on April 28, we pause to honour the memory of workers who have been injured or lost their lives through a workplace tragedy...
Statement by Premier King on Cyberbullying Awareness Day
2024-04-25
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Cyberbullying Awareness Day:
“Today – April 25 – marks the first-ever Cyberbullying Awareness Day for PEI, following passing of Bill 115, Cyberbullying Awareness Day Act, introduced by Souris-Elmira MLA, Robin...
Recipients of the Anti-Racism Grants and Microgrants
2024-04-15
Seventeen community organizations are receiving a total of $148,518 in provincial funding to deliver activities that support cultural diversity and inclusion in Prince Edward Island.
The Anti-Racism Grants and Anti-Racism Microgrants assist with projects that benefit racialized and Indigenous...
Statement by Premier Dennis King on International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
2024-03-21
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement.:
“International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on March 21 to recognize the injustices and prejudices fueled by racial discrimination. This important day commemorates a 1960...
Statement by Premier King on International Women’s Day
2024-03-08
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on International Women’s Day:
“Today – March 8, 2024 – is International Women’s Day, a day to honour the achievements of women, challenge biases, and advocate for gender equality.
Our province has tremendous...
The Council of Atlantic Premiers presented the Golden Scissors Award from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) recognizing the Atlantic Physician Registry
2024-02-02
On February 2, 2024, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) presented the Council of Atlantic Premiers with the Golden Scissors Award to recognize the Atlantic Physician Registry. The prestigious Golden Scissors Award recognizes politicians, public servants, and other Canadians who...
Statement by Premier Dennis King for Black History Month
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/statement-by-premier-dennis-king-for-black-history-month-0
2024-02-01
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement for Black History Month.
“February is Black History Month. It is an opportunity to learn about, celebrate and honour the achievements and contributions of Black people throughout our shared history, both in PEI and...
Anti-Racism Grant funding available
2024-01-12
Non-profit and charitable organizations are invited to apply for the 2024 round of Anti-Racism Grant funding.
Funding through this program will be used to develop and deliver Anti-Racism activities that benefit and impact racialized and Indigenous communities in Prince Edward Island. A total of $...