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Statement on International Day of Families
2020-05-15
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement recognizing International Day of Families:
“Families play an important role in defining who we are as people. They are the heartbeat of our communities, and they have the important responsibility of guiding our children and shaping the future...
Province outlines plans for child care
2020-05-15
Today, the Province of Prince Edward Island announced further details about the expansion of child care services as the province begins to ease public health measures.
The plan for child care services, in accordance with recommendations and guidelines provided by the Chief Public Health Office,...
Islanders to visit Royalty Oaks area to learn about project plans
2020-05-15
Islanders can now sign-up for in-person consultations of the Royalty Oaks project in East Royalty to learn more about project plans and provide their feedback.
Ensuring public health measures, including physical distancing, are maintained, on site consultations of the Royalty Oaks project will be...
Island lobster season opens tomorrow
2020-05-14
Islanders and fishers are ready for the opening of Prince Edward Island’s spring lobster season tomorrow as the province moves through the Renew PEI, Together phase of the pandemic.
“Our Island fishing and aquaculture sectors have long played a vital role in contributing to our Island economy...
Province provides update on public services, finances
2020-05-14
Today, the Province of Prince Edward Island provide an update on government operations and financial supports for Islanders as the province plans for phase 2 of Renew PEI, Together.
“Our province has been fortunate in containing the potential spread of OCDI-19 due to the quick action and...
Update on COVID-19 support programs
2020-05-14
Applications are now open for Island businesses and employers to apply for a temporary wage top-up for essential workers and funding to purchase health and safety protective measures in their workplaces.
“I know that the last couple months have been incredibly challenging for both our essential...
Statement on Opening of Spring Lobster Fishing Season
2020-05-14
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement recognizing the opening of the spring lobster fishing season:
“The opening of the spring lobster fishing season is one of the most anticipated days on Prince Edward Island. Unfortunately, the global pandemic has had a profound impact on...
PEI Book Awards 2020 short list
2020-05-13
The Island’s best published writing has been nominated for the 2020 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. This year a fourth category has been added and a...
Statements on Northumberland Ferry Service
2020-05-13
Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Premier Dennis King issued the following statements in response to the decision by Northumberland Ferries Limited to resume service for the trucking sector between Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia starting May 15, 2020:
“We all understand how vitally important...
Statement by Premier King on National Road Safety Week
2020-05-12
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement recognizing National Road Safety Week:
“Canadian Road Safety Week (May 12-18) is a reminder for all of us to think about the steps we can take as drivers to make our roads safer.
For many Islanders and businesses, driving is important to...