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Annual program gives students in Grade 1 a free book
2022-12-16
This week, Grade 1 students across the province will receive their own copy of the book, Fast Friends, written by Heather M. O’Connor, illustrated by Claudia Dávila and published by Scholastic Canada.
TD Grade One Book Giveaway Program is an annual initiative, supported by the Public Library...
Prince Edward Island reaches $20-a-day child care
2022-12-16
Fees for parents have been reduced and salaries for staff increased at Early Years Centres (EYCs) across the province.
This fall, parents and guardians with children in designated EYCs saw child care fees reduced to $20 per day.
Staff salaries at EYCs also increased as part of a coordinated...
Statement by Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning Natalie Jameson congratulating newly elected School Board Trustees
2022-11-16
Natalie Jameson, Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning issued the following statement:
“I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to the newly elected school board trustee for the Public Schools Branch and La Commission scolaire de langue française.
This government made a promise...
Official grand opening of the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre
2022-11-09
Islanders gathered today to celebrate the official opening of the stunning new Charlottetown Library Learning Central (CLLC).
This modern and innovative facility was made possible thanks to federal, provincial and municipal funding, as well as major fundraising efforts by the Charlottetown...
Support for licensed home child care centres in Prince Edward Island
2022-11-08
Grants and incentives are rolling out to support Island residents interested in providing licensed child care in their own home.
Licensed family home centres can receive financial support to reduce parent fees, fund wages and professional development opportunities, and purchase materials,...
Funding available to help stop violence against women
2022-10-31
Community organizations can apply through the Interministerial Women’s Secretariat for funding to enhance awareness, education and action to prevent violence against women in Prince Edward Island.
The annual fund of $75,000 supports projects that focus on the prevention of violence against women...
Island residents can borrow hockey skates with their public library card
2022-10-28
The PEI Public Library Service (PLS) is excited to add ice skates to its Library of Things collection for the public to borrow.
The new ice skates collection includes 57 pairs of hockey skates available in youth, junior and adult sizes. Any Island resident can borrow the skates for one week and...
Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training to promote skills development and career planning in school, universities and community colleges
2022-10-25
Students in schools, universities, community colleges, and families in Atlantic Canada will now have access to more resources to promote skills development and how these skills can be used to facilitate a successful transition into the job market. These resources can be found in one location at...
Library card design contest open to children and youth
2022-10-21
The Public Library Service is inviting Island children and youth to enter its library card design contest.
The winning design will be featured on a limited-edition library card and the winner will receive a $25 gift card to The Bookmark. Submissions will be accepted until November 14, 2022...
Women’s History Month
2022-10-19
October is Women’s History Month, giving Islanders the chance to be aware of and celebrate the many accomplishments of Island women in our proud and rich history.
The 2022 Women’s History theme, “Providing Healing, Promoting Hope,” is both a tribute to the ceaseless work of caregivers and...