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Provincial government boards welcome new members in March
2018-03-29
Through Engage PEI, government continues to connect Islanders with opportunities to get involved.
In March, 14 people were appointed to two provincial government agencies, boards and commissions. With over 70 boards, no matter where interests lie - in community, the arts, or other domains -...
Reminder of minimum wage increase
2018-03-29
Creating jobs for Islanders -
As announced last fall, Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will remain the highest in Atlantic Canada when it increases by 30 cents to $11.55 per hour on April 1, 2018.
“Business confidence in Prince Edward Island is high, our economy is the fastest growing in the...
Team helps 'put the light back' in kids’ eyes
2018-03-29
Strengthening mental health services -
When Dawn Frizzell says she “really connects with the kids,” you know it’s true.
The 20-year social worker is a member of the team of dedicated youth mental health staff at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH). Although she’s clearly busy, she happily greets...
Province provides help to seniors living at home
2018-03-29
Supporting Island families -
Government continues to accept applications for the Seniors Independence Initiative and reminds Island Seniors that help is available to make it easier for them to remain in their own homes and communities.
The Seniors Independence Initiative provides financial...
Island Nature Trust to target old forest acquisition with funding campaign in liquor stores
2018-03-29
Island Nature Trust and the PEI Liquor Control Commission are teaming up for a third season to fundraise for land protection in the “Let’s Protect Our Island” campaign.
From April 1 through May 8, participating suppliers of beer, wine and spirits will donate up to $1 from sales of participating...
Come Celebrate!
2018-03-28
Islanders are invited to join the provincial government and the sports community in a celebration to welcome home our Paralympic athletes, Mark Arendz and Billy Bridges.
On Tuesday, April 3, Mark and Billy will be at Rodd Royalty Inn in Charlottetown to celebrate their victories with family,...
Community partnerships to help Islanders succeed in growing economy
2018-03-28
Creating jobs for Islanders -
The Government of Prince Edward Island is building on its partnerships with community organizations across the province to jointly help strengthen Island communities and assist Islanders in entering the workforce.
Through these initiatives, Islanders will share the...
Fall in love with burgers this April
2018-03-28
PEI Burger Love returns for its 8th annual celebration of Island beef. For the campaign’s hungry fans, there are 85 different gourmet burgers to choose from, with one of those burgers to be crowned the ‘Most Loved Burger’ at the end of April.
This year sees the highest number of communities to...
Province announces framework for cannabis legalization
2018-03-27
Prince Edward Island’s approach to legalizing and regulating cannabis will focus on helping Islanders make an informed choice while reducing the illegal market.
A new document, Cannabis Legalization: A Policy and Legislative Framework for Prince Edward Island brings together government decisions...
PEI farmers have embraced the ALUS program
2018-03-26
Charles Murphy is no stranger to agriculture. For 50 years, he has been growing seed potatoes, wheat and non-GMO soybeans in China Point, east of Stratford.
Since the arrival of the first Murphy family ancestors from Ireland in the early 1800s, six generations have farmed this land. Charles and...