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PEI Vax Pass QR code now available to download
2021-10-22
Island residents can now access the PEI Vax Pass QR code proof of vaccination record to prepare themselves for the full implementation of the PEI Vax Pass Program at the end of this month. The PEI Vax Pass features a unique QR code with the individual’s authenticated COVID-19 record of vaccination...
Prince Edward Island celebrates Treaty Day
2021-10-01
Recognizing October 1 as Treaty Day for the third year is an important step in the Province’s commitment to reconciliation with the PEI Mi’kmaq. Premier Dennis King first recognized Treaty Day in Prince Edward Island in 2019 with Chiefs Darlene Bernard and Junior Gould. This important day...
Province releases more information on the PEI Vax Pass
2021-10-01
The PEI Vax Pass program will allow fully vaccinated Islanders and visitors to safely take part in organized community, cultural, sporting and other social events. The PEI Vax Pass is a time-limited measure that begins October 5 until the risk of COVID-19 to Prince Edward Island is reduced. This...
Province creates new Anti-Racism Table
2021-08-31
Danté Bazard, provincial anti-racism policy advisor, will begin working with Island residents facing systemic discrimination to drive change in Prince Edward Island through the new Anti-Racism Table beginning September 20, 2021. Following the global Black Lives Matter movement, the Black Cultural...
Islanders lend expertise to provincial boards
2021-07-30
Communities across the province continue to benefit from the experiences, knowledge and values that Islanders bring to their membership on agencies, boards and commissions. In July, 43 Islanders were appointed or reappointed to 11 agencies, boards and commissions. With over 70 boards across...
Province welcomes new board members
2021-07-02
Through Engage PEI, more Islanders can have their voices heard on provincial boards. Seven boards welcomed 25 new and returning members in the month of June. “Being part of a government board is a great way to get involved in shaping the future of our province. Every Islander has a unique...
Canadian and provincial flags lowered to honour the lives of Indigenous children
2021-06-25
The Government of Prince Edward Island will be lowering flags to remember the lives of young Indigenous peoples found in the unmarked graves in Saskatchewan. All flags flown at all government buildings were flown at half-mast for several weeks to pay our respect to Indigenous peoples across Canada...
Farmers Talk program featured as part of Canada’s Premiers Promising Practices Podcast
2021-05-05
Islanders and other Canadians can learn more about PEI’s FarmersTalk.ca initiative as part of a new podcast series on mental health and addictions support. Members of the farming community are joined by Premier Dennis King, Agriculture and Land Minister Bloyce Thompson to discuss the challenges...
Premier King announces changes to Cabinet
2020-02-21
Premier Dennis King today announced changes to Cabinet that will put a further emphasis on efforts to conserve the environment and adapt to climate change while delivering on a commitment to building a stronger, healthier province for Islanders. Natalie Jameson, member of the Legislative Assembly...
Islanders continue to join government boards in the new year
2020-02-04
Communities across the province continue to benefit from the insight and knowledge that Islanders bring through their membership on agencies, boards and commissions. Close to 20 Islanders have been appointed and reappointed to seven government boards in January. “The innovative ideas Islanders come...