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Capital Budget investing in greater supports for Islanders
2019-11-15
Today, Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Darlene Compton tabled government’s capital budget that will see $156 million of planned spending on critical infrastructure through 2020-21 supporting the livelihood of Islanders and communities across the province. “It is because of the ambition,...
Free diabetes screening clinics for Islanders
2019-11-14
This November Islanders can access free diabetes risk assessment clinics in various locations across the province without an appointment. Health PEI is holding the clinics in: Souris, Montague, Charlottetown, Cornwall, North Rustico, Summerside, Miscouche, Lennox Island, and O’Leary. For clinic...
New loan to help develop more multi unit housing
2019-11-13
A new multi unit residential loan development fund will help developers, organizations and non-profits build more housing for Islanders. Finance PEI, along with the Department of Social Development and Housing, held consultations in Prince, Queens and Kings County in October with local contractors...
Government launching active transportation fund to address climate change
2019-11-12
Driver’s license fees are being reinstated to fund a new $5 million active transportation fund for Prince Edward Island. The new $5 million dollar active transportation fund will help build new walking and bike paths, widen paved shoulders, and better connect existing walking and cycling trails to...
PEI ready for ride-sharing
2019-11-09
After review, government has determined that no changes to legislation are required to allow ride-sharing operations in Prince Edward Island. “While no legislative changes are required, we feel it’s important to ensure ride-share drivers meet some basic driving history requirements to ensure the...
New members joining government boards
2019-11-08
Through Engage PEI, Islanders continue to share their knowledge and skills to make meaningful contributions to their communities. In the month of October, thirteen Islanders were welcomed to five government agencies, boards and commissions. "Islanders are dedicated people who like to get...
Minimum wage to increase
2019-11-08
Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will increase by 60 cents to $12.85 per hour on April 1, 2020. The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage annually and provides their recommendation to government after the review is complete. To read the board’s report, visit Minimum Wage Review Report...
More support for emergency shelter in the province
2019-11-08
Strong community partnerships will help enhance options for Islanders experiencing homelessness. Immediate actions include: adding transitional beds at Harvest House to support men; a continued partnership with Blooming House to support women; access to day time warming shelters and support...
Islanders to play a leadership role in reviewing land ownership and use
2019-11-07
Islanders will soon have the opportunity to share their thoughts on how to improve land ownership and use in the province. Through the Department of Agriculture and Land, the province will be undertaking a comprehensive review of both the, Lands Protection Act, and the, Planning Act, starting...
More new rental homes for Islanders in Slemon Park
2019-11-06
More housing will be available for Islanders with 16 two-bedroom single family rental homes being developed in Slemon Park to help address its wait list. The Province has approved financing for Slemon Park Corporation to build the new homes on land that is already fully serviced with water, sewer...