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Is it compost, waste or recyclable?
2022-12-14
Tips for sorting waste
Christmas Cards, Packaging and Gift Wrapping Items
Wrapping paper usually goes in compost (don’t worry about a little bit of tape) but foil and cellophane goes in waste.
Box board (gift boxes, etc.) goes in compost, not recyclable.
Corrugated cardboard...
Tourism operator happy with electric vehicle charger
2022-11-28
Scott Costain says having an electric vehicle charger installed at Mill River Resort and golf course in O’Leary means better service to their customers and makes them a desirable site for visitors with an electric vehicle.
“We have two, dual port chargers and they are being used frequently by...
Making the move: French teacher recruitment pays off
2022-10-24
There were a lot of people stepping inside Island classrooms for the first time last month – but it wasn’t only students.
“We’ve hired over 50 French teachers,” says Angie MacCaull, Human Resource Manager for the Public Schools Branch.
Earlier this year, the Province made a targeted effort to...
Taking care of caregivers: New program offers support
2022-10-21
Reaching out for help or support can be difficult for many people.
It can be even more difficult for unpaid caregivers who regularly provide that help and support to others.
“A primary caregiver might be a good support system themselves, but they still get burned out,” says Nancymarie Arsenault...
Seasonal roads on PEI: frequently asked questions
2022-09-01
Each year, the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure receives a variety of inquiries about the Island’s unpaved roads – such as shale or clay roads.
Under the Province’s Roads Act, every road in Prince Edward Island has a designated classification.
The classification of a road...
Sharing the message about PEI’s energy efficiency programs
2022-08-15
There has never been a better time to make your home energy efficient.
And our Net Zero Ambassadors Aaron Walsh, Johnny MacKenzie, Brandon MacQuillan and Julia Doiron are going door-to-door across the province spreading that message and sharing with Islanders information on the Path to Net Zero...
Caring Dads program aims to break abuse cycle
2022-08-10
A new program being offered by the Department of Social Development and Housing aims to help male caregivers break the cycle of gender-based violence in their families.
Caring Dads is an intervention program for self-identifying men who have abused, neglected, or exposed their children to domestic...
Everyone’s a comedian: Province helps make comedy accessible and inclusive
2022-08-02
Comedy is a serious business.
Just ask Tanya MacCallum.
“Art is an occupation,” says the local stand-up comedian who uses the stage name Tanya Nicolle.
“You may have to tell a joke 50 times before you know if it’s a quality joke.”
And with only a handful of venues on PEI where comedians can...
Meet Teresa Tu, Employer Outreach Officer with the Office of Immigration
2022-07-22
Teresa Tu provides support to Island business owners by connecting them with global talent when they are having trouble filling job vacancies locally.
“We help businesses grow and succeed by connecting employers with international recruits who have unique skills to help Island businesses thrive...
Meet Molly Doyle, the Government of Prince Edward Island’s Net Zero Ambassador
2022-07-19
Meet Molly Doyle! She is back again for a second year as the Government of Prince Edward Island’s Net Zero Ambassador.
A graduate of Charlottetown Rural High School, Molly is entering Dalhousie University in the fall where she will be taking medical sciences.
But for the summer she will be...