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Lifesaving emergency equipment at all Access PEI sites
2022-07-28
Prince Edward Island’s eight Access PEI locations are now equipped with automated external defibrillators (AEDs), known to dramatically increase the survival rate from a cardiac arrest.
A portable AED evaluates heart rhythm during a sudden cardiac arrest, and if needed, delivers an electric shock...
Health PEI urges patience as cases increase and demand increases for Paxlovid
2022-07-28
Health PEI is asking for patience as high volumes of Islanders are requesting Paxlovid to treat COVID-19. Paxlovid is available for individuals age 50 and older regardless of vaccination status, or anyone age 18 and older who are immunocompromised or have underlying health conditions.
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COVID-19 Vaccine doses and appointments available for children 6 months to 5 years of age
2022-07-27
Prince Edward Island has expanded eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to include all children 6 months of age and up to 5 years old to increase protection against COVID-19 and to reduce the risk of severe illness and hospitalization. In addition to any immediate illness, children are vulnerable to...
Show your Team PEI spirit
2022-07-27
Island residents, family and friends of the 2022 Team PEI delegation, along with the Province, will be cheering on young athletes at the upcoming Canada Summer Games.
“These young Island athletes have worked incredibly hard to be the very best in their sport, and the opportunity to represent our...
All children 6 months of age and older now among those eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine
2022-07-25
Prince Edward Island is expanding eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to include all children 6 months of age and older to increase their protection against COVID-19 and its variants.
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization recommended Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine for the specific...
Upgrades to provincial 511 traffic system
2022-07-25
Islanders can now receive personalized traffic and road condition information through the province’s 511 traveller information service.
The enhanced 511 service allows travellers to create an account, save customized route information and choose alerts for construction, road closures, traffic...
Meet Teresa Tu, Employer Outreach Officer with the Office of Immigration
2022-07-22
Teresa Tu provides support to Island business owners by connecting them with global talent when they are having trouble filling job vacancies locally.
“We help businesses grow and succeed by connecting employers with international recruits who have unique skills to help Island businesses thrive...
Statement by Premier Dennis King
2022-07-22
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement after the MV Holiday Island had a fire onboard off Wood Islands:
“Today was a scary day for those passengers and staff on board the MV Holiday Island, their families, and their loved ones. I want to thank all NFL...
Call for nominations – Senior Islanders of the Year
2022-07-21
Nominations are being accepted for the annual Senior Islanders of the Year Award.
"This respected award is given to Island seniors who are leaders and mentors in Island communities. These awards are about recognizing and celebrating the significant contributions of Island seniors, through...
Health PEI celebrates PEI Pride Festival 2022
2022-07-20
July 16 to 22 is Pride Week on Prince Edward Island: a time to celebrate the diversity of gender identity, sexual orientation, and gender expression of Islanders. It’s a celebration with a mission and vision Health PEI supports every day of the year.
Health PEI opened the Gender Affirming Care...