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Book award nominations revealed
2018-04-19
The Island’s best published writing has been nominated for the 2018 Prince Edward Island Book Awards.
The awards are presented every two years to recognize authors, editors, and book producers in the categories of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. The awards will be presented at a gala event on May...
Expanding services to Islanders with autism
2018-04-19
Supporting Island families
After 11 years as the only employee of the Autism Society of PEI, Nathalie Walsh is eager to accept government’s help to improve services for Islanders with autism and those who love them.
“This funding is literally life changing for the society,” Walsh said. “This...
Governments support new infrastructure and equipment upgrades for FilmPEI
2018-04-18
A vibrant and professional film community creates opportunity for skilled workers from many disciplines, supports local businesses, and builds on existing tourism and cultural assets in the region. That is why the Government of Canada and the Province of PEI are investing in training and growth in...
New internships prepares graduates for Island careers
2018-04-17
Creating jobs for Islanders -
A new internship program will help prepare Island post-secondary graduates to be the future leaders of Prince Edward Island.
The six-month internship is for graduates in the fields of engineering, computer-aided design and drafting (CADD), construction technology and...
Community-minded farm family striving to make a difference
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/community-minded-farm-family-striving-to-make-a-difference
2018-04-16
Jonathan and Katie MacLennan, who run a fourth-generation family farm in West Cape, have seen big changes on their land since first participating in the Alternative Land Use Services program (ALUS).
The MacLennan farm produces potatoes, grain and hay alongside the Big Pierre Jacques River,...
Discussing end-of-life care is difficult, but important
2018-04-13
On Advance Care Planning Day, Islanders are encouraged start the important and sensitive conversation about their own end-of-life care.
Since 2012, April 16 has marked national Advance Care Planning Day in Canada. Last spring, Health PEI launched an online advance care planning workbook (www....
New centre will grow Island’s craft businesses
2018-04-13
A year-round, multipurpose facility will promote Prince Edward Island’s fine craft to markets near and far, helping businesses grow and the industry expand.
The PEI Centre for Craft will raise public awareness and understanding of fine craft, increase educational opportunities, access to export...
Governments of Canada and PEI invest in safer and more efficient roadways
2018-04-13
Modern and efficient roadways are crucial to encouraging and supporting economic activity, facilitating trade, and creating well-paid, middle class jobs. The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are investing in infrastructure that will make it easier and safer to move people and products...
Canadian Agricultural Partnership program details announced in Prince Edward Island
2018-04-12
Canadian farmers and food processors work hard to ensure that consumers in Canada and around the world have access to high-quality, and safe agricultural and food products. Agriculture is a backbone of the Prince Edward Island economy, representing the largest industry in 2016 with farm cash...
KCMH emergency department closed tomorrow (April 12)
2018-04-11
The emergency department at Kings County Memorial Hospital will be closed tomorrow (Thursday, April 12) due to a temporary lack of physician coverage. It will re-open at 8 a.m. on Friday, April 13.
Anyone with urgent medical needs should call 9-1-1 or seek emergency services at the Queen Elizabeth...