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Statement by Premier Dennis King on National Construction Day
2021-11-30
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on National Construction Day in Canada:
“November 30th marks the 3rd annual National Construction Day in Canada.
It’s a day for us to recognize the vital role the men and women of PEI’s construction industry play...
Pediatric COVID-19 vaccine clinics now underway; one new case of COVID-19
2021-11-30
Pediatric COVID-19 vaccine clinics began on Friday, November 26 in PEI, and 523 children have now received their first dose of vaccine.
“Last Friday was a great day as we began immunizing PEI children age 5 to 11 years against COVID-19 with the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine, which is specially...
Survivors of adult sexual violence asked to provide input to improve support services
2021-11-29
Island residents who have experienced sexual violence can share their personal experiences confidentially to help the Province continue its work to develop an adult sexual violence strategy.
The Coordinated Response to Adult Sexual Violence Taskforce is conducting an ongoing review of existing...
Islanders invited to provide feedback on Responsible Gambling Strategy
2021-11-29
Islanders can provide their input to update the current Responsible Gambling Strategy through online submissions beginning today.
Through the PEI Lotteries Commission, Government awarded the MRSB group in updating, developing, and delivering the Province’s Responsible Gambling Strategy. MRSB is...
Additional emergency shelter beds available through referral line
2021-11-29
Temporary shelter is available for Islanders in need, especially during extreme weather events or inclement weather. Additional emergency shelter beds have been allocated in preparation for inclement weather this week.
Islanders in urgent need of shelter can contact the temporary shelter referral...
Five new cases of COVID-19; flight notification, public exposure sites issued
2021-11-28
There are five new cases of COVID-19 in Prince Edward Island.
Two of the individuals are in their 60s, one is in their 50s, one in their 40s and one in their 30s.
Four of the cases are linked to travel outside of PEI. One case is a close contact of a previously announced case linked to the...
More early childhood centres receive Early Years Centre Designation
2021-11-26
Seven early childhood centres received an official Early Years Centre designation from the province, which will provide more affordable childcare options for Islanders.
Increasing the number of designated Early Years Centres helps to grow accessible, affordable and inclusive childcare services...
First vaccine clinic held for children age 5 to 11; two new cases of COVID-19
2021-11-26
The first COVID-19 pediatric vaccine clinic was held on Prince Edward Island today, making the vaccine available to children between 5 and 11 years.
“I had the privilege to attend pediatric vaccination in Summerside today. This is a great day as we provide young Islanders and families with...
Community groups receive funding to help prevent violence against women
2021-11-25
Four community organizations will receive funding through the Violence Against Women Prevention Grants to develop projects, programs and services that benefit Island women.
The four groups include, the PEI Rape and Sexual Assault Centre (PEIRSAC), BIPOC USHR, PEERS Alliance and PEI Family Violence...
Two new cases of COVID-19; public exposure notifications
2021-11-25
Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has announced two new cases of COVID-19.
One individual is in their 60s and the other is in their 40s. One case is linked to the cluster that began in Prince County and the other is linked a workplace outbreak (not associated with the Prince...