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Famous Five book sales support PEI Women’s Institute scholarships
2020-12-09
The PEI Women’s Institute is setting up two new scholarships with proceeds of the sale of books that celebrate Prince Edward Island’s Famous Five and the contributions of these exceptional women leaders. “The response to the book ‘In their Own Words: Prince Edward Island’s Famous Five’ has been...
Groups take action to prevent violence against women
2020-11-25
Four Island organizations will receive funding through the Violence Against Women Prevention Grants to enhance awareness, education and action towards preventing violence against women in Prince Edward Island. “Violence and abuse affects everyone. We want to live in a place where people are safe,...
Nominate an environmental change-maker for an award
2020-11-18
Nominations are open for the environmental awards recognizing Islanders who make outstanding contributions to protecting and enhancing Prince Edward Island’s environment. There are three award categories: individual, organization and school. Nominations are open until January 15, 2021 at...
Climate coordinators will help prepare the Island for a changing future
2020-11-06
Every provincial government department now has a designated climate change coordinator to help with the province’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and plan for climate change. “As an Island province, climate change touches every single one of us. Part of government’s vision is to see...
Book release on PEI’s Famous Five celebrates Women’s History Month
2020-10-28
As part of Women’s History Month, a new book launch celebrates Prince Edward Island’s Famous Five and the contributions of these exceptional women leaders who made political history. Minister Natalie Jameson, joined by Premier Dennis King shared excerpts of this new resource with students from...
12 organizations to host climate change interns in 2021
2020-10-26
Twelve organizations from all sectors across Prince Edward Island will host 15 interns and build climate change expertise in 2021 as part of the ClimateSense Professional Internship Program. The program provides funding for recent post-secondary graduates to work with host organizations in both...
Working together to support equity in school sports
2020-10-22
A full review of Prince Edward Island School Athletic Association (PEISAA) sports will ensure gender equity for student athletes. “Ensuring equitable opportunities for young women in all levels of sport, and in all areas of life, is important. I want to recognize the courage and leadership of the...
Climate Challenge Fund supports Island innovation
2020-10-19
A new provincial fund will support creativity and community-led solutions to address climate change. A $3-million commitment being delivered over the next three years, the Climate Challenge Fund will provide up to $100,000 to support projects that either reduce greenhouse gas emissions or help...
Islanders challenged to reduce food waste during Waste Reduction Week
2020-10-16
Many Islanders will likely be shocked to know that each person in Canada is responsible for about 85 kilograms of food waste each year, that food waste and loss is responsible for roughly eight per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change, and the amount of food we waste is...
Applications open for grants to help stop violence against women
2020-10-15
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 $50,000 supports projects that focus on the prevention of violence against women...