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Premier King Confirms Santa’s Arrival Plans for PEI
2024-12-24
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement after having a call with Santa Claus to confirm arrival plans:
“This morning, I had the privilege of speaking with Santa Claus as he made final preparations for his Christmas Eve journey. Santa assured me that his...
Team PEI Joins Team Canada to Foster Stronger Ties with the United States
2024-12-19
Building on the momentum from the Council of the Federation meeting in Toronto, Ontario, earlier this week, Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, announced several initiatives to help foster stronger ties with the United States of America going into 2025.
A special Cabinet Committee...
Statement by Premier King on Human Rights Day
2024-12-10
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Human Rights Day:
"Human Rights Day, observed annually on December 10, reminds us of the values of equality, dignity, and respect that should be afforded to all people. This year’s theme, Our Rights, Our Future...
Statement by Premier King on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
2024-11-25
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women:
“November 25 is the launch of the Purple Ribbon Campaign and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. This is a time to...
Statement by Premier King on the passing of John Horgan
2024-11-13
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the passing of former British Columbia Premier and former Canadian Ambassador to Germany, John Horgan:
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my friend, former Premier of British Columbia and former...
Increase to Anti-Racism Grant funding
2024-11-04
Applications are open for the 2024-2025 round of the Anti-Racism Grants with a total of $275,000 available – up from $100,000 in the last round of funding.
This funding will be used to develop and deliver anti-racism activities that benefit and impact racialized and Indigenous communities in...
Double the amount of funding available for Anti-Racism Microgrant
2024-10-28
Applications are open for the 2024-2025 round of the Anti-Racism Microgrant with a total of $100,000 available – up from $50,000 in the last round of funding.
The funding will support community-led anti-racism projects and will be used to develop and deliver Anti-Racism activities that benefit and...
Statement by Premier King on World Polio Day
2024-10-24
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on World Polio Day:
“World Polio Day is an opportunity to raise awareness in the fight for a polio-free world. Polio is a debilitating and life-threatening disease that can affect the brain and spinal cord. No one...
Statement by Premier King on Small Business Week
2024-10-21
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Small Business Week:
“This week, we celebrate and thank the small businesses that are the backbone of our Island’s economy and communities. These businesses play a crucial role in our towns and cities, driving...
The Honourable Dr. Wassim Salamoun installed as the 43rd Lieutenant Governor of PEI
2024-10-17
The Honourable Dr. Wassim Salamoun was installed as the 43rd Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island in a ceremony today at the Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown.
“I would like to congratulate His Honour, Dr. Wassim Salamoun, for becoming PEI’s 43rd Lieutenant Governor. His...