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Queen’s Counsel appointment announced
2019-11-29
Jonathan Coady has received the top recognition designation in the field of law. “Congratulations to Jonathan. Receiving the Queen’s Counsel designation is the highest honour a lawyer can receive in their field. Jonathan’s many contributions in the field of law and to communities in Canada and...
Premier launches student art garden initiative
2019-11-27
The Premier’s Office now features a new student art gallery showcasing the creativity and talent of student artists from schools across Prince Edward Island. Launched earlier this month, the Premier’s Art Garden will feature at least one piece of student artwork from each Island school over the...
Another positive tourism season
2019-11-26
Numbers released today by Tourism PEI for September show that 2019 will likely be the sixth straight record season for tourism visitation to the province. “Thank you to Tourism PEI and all operators for their continued hard work on another successful season,” David Groom, Chair of the Tourism PEI...
Operational funding awarded to four organizations to support Island women
2019-11-26
Today, the Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, Darlene Compton announced in the House, four organizations that will receive core, operational funding through the Interministerial Women’s Secretariat, to support the valuable work that they do in our Island communities. The following...
Atlantic Premiers Discuss Priorities in Advance of the Meeting of Canada’s Premiers
2019-11-25
Atlantic Premiers spoke today on advancing the shared priorities of the region. Prince Edward Island Premier Dennis King, chair of the Council of Atlantic Premiers, hosted a conference call today with New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs, Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Dwight Ball, and Nova...
Four organizations awarded funding to assist in the elimination of violence against women
2019-11-22
Today, the Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, Darlene Compton announced in the House, the four organizations that will receive funding through the Violence Against Women Prevention Grants this year, for projects that will enhance awareness, education and action towards preventing...
Island artists receive grants
2019-11-21
Melissa Peter-Paul says receiving an arts grant from the provincial government gives her more time to focus on creating her quillwork boxes – made out of birch bark, sweet grass, porcupine quills and spruce root all harvested by her and her family. Peter-Paul is among 15 Island artists who recently...
Government recognizes Transgender Day of Remembrance; Gender Protection Bill Passes
2019-11-20
Government marked Transgender Day of Remembrance by renewing its support for trans, two-spirit, non-binary, and gender diverse Islanders. “All people deserve respect, equality and protection from discrimination and violence. We recognize the importance of this day and, as a Government, we continue...
Prince Edward Island announces independent Child and Youth Advocate Office
2019-11-20
Children and youth across the province will soon have access to an independent office that will work to protect and promote their rights and advocate on their behalf with respect to services that fall under the legislation. “Our government has prioritized people and none are more important than...
Communities Island-wide celebrate National Child Day
2019-11-19
Communities across Prince Edward Island will come together on November 20 to recognize National Child Day and celebrate children. This date marks a special celebration of the rights of all children, including the rights to good health, good education, protection from harm, to be proud of their...