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Province adds 144 social housing units through purchases in 2023-2024
2024-04-24
Islanders have access to another 144 social housing units across the province following purchases by the PEI Housing Corporation over the last fiscal year.
Investments in housing have been made in 8 Island communities and include a mix of single-family, duplexes, row houses, mini-homes, and...
Organizations receive support through Community Housing Fund
2024-04-22
Three community organizations are receiving funding to support new housing projects through the Community Housing Fund.
The fund is a partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) and supports the creation of new housing initiatives focusing on affordability, vulnerable...
Provincial grants for student housing study
2024-04-04
The Province of Prince Edward Island is providing support for a study to improve understanding of evolving student housing needs and expectations at the province’s post-secondary institutions.
The Post-Secondary Student Needs Assessment Project is receiving $55,000 from the provincial government...
United Kingdom and Ireland recruitment mission to bring skilled workers to PEI
2024-03-21
Recruiting skilled workers will be top priority as a PEI industry-led business delegation attends upcoming job fairs overseas.
The Island delegation will travel to the Newcomers Canada‘s recruitment events in Birmingham, England and Dublin, Ireland between April 24-27 where hundreds of job seekers...
Province introduces instant permits for some property developments
2024-03-11
Beginning March 11, Prince Edward Island residents looking to build accessory structures like decks or sheds on their property can receive permit approval instantly.
A permit is mandatory for building or developing on PEI because it ensures that a structure is planned, designed and constructed...
New building codes take effect March 31
2024-03-08
Anyone planning new construction or renovations in PEI will be required to follow updated building codes as of March 31, 2024.
The codes establish the minimum standards required for the design, construction, renovation and maintenance of a structure. Amendments to the Building Codes Act...
Province releases five-year housing strategy
2024-02-23
Today, the provincial government released a five-year housing strategy to guide efforts across the province to facilitate the growth of housing supply, provide more options for low-and medium-income residents, and support those most in need.
Building Together – Prince Edward Island Housing...
Regulatory amendments pave way to greater housing density with Accessory Dwelling Units
2024-02-06
Recent amendments to the Subdivision and Development Regulations of the Planning Act will allow for increased housing density across the province.
The changes define a new classification of housing unit known as an “accessory dwelling unit” – an independent dwelling unit located on the same lot or...
Province relocating outreach services
2024-01-23
Within the next 60 days, the Province of Prince Edward Island will relocate the Community Outreach Centre operations to 15 Park Street and close the current centre on Euston Street.
The City of Charlottetown has approved an application by the Department of Housing, Land and Communities for a major...
Statement regarding the Rural Municipality of Murray Harbour council
2023-12-28
Honourable Rob Lantz, Minister of Housing, Land and Communities issued the following statement today:
“On December 8th, 2023, I received a formal request from the Rural Municipality of Murray Harbour to conduct an inquiry into the conduct of Councillor John Robertson and his failure to comply...