Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture, Zack Bell issued the following statement on PEI athletes competing at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games: “Competing at the Olympic and Paralympic levels is an exceptional achievement in sport. I would...
Hon. Bloyce Thompson, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Black History Month: "February is Black History Month. It’s an important chance for all Islanders to learn about, celebrate, and honour the achievements and contributions of Black people here...
The services offered at Community Mental Health Central at the James B. Jenkins Centre on Mount Edward Road in Charlottetown have moved to a new interim home at 18 Queen Street, Suite 106. All clients with scheduled appointments have been notified. All services, including Open...
Thousands of families across the province benefit every day from the care and dedication of early childhood educators, whose essential work supports Island children during their earliest years of growth and learning. From February 2-6, Early Childhood Educators (ECE) week...
The Government of Prince Edward Island has approved new personal services regulations that will standardize health and safety requirements for hair, nail, esthetic, and tattoo businesses starting February 1, 2026. While many personal service operators currently follow voluntary...
A new shoreline protection project on Murchison Lane in Charlottetown will improve trail safety, protect access to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), and safeguard hospital lands by reducing coastal erosion and flooding. Coastal erosion and flooding in the area have increased...
The Department of Health and Wellness has announced the appointment of Dr. Richard Wedge as Chair of the Health PEI Board of Directors. Dr. Wedge succeeds Diane Griffin, who served as Board Chair during a period of significant change within the health system. Ms. Griffin was...
Changes to personal income tax rates that took effect January 1, 2026, will help Islanders keep an estimated $20 million more of their money this calendar year. Some of the tax changes that came into effect include increases to the following: basic personal amount up from $14,250...
The Province of Prince Edward Island is advising all Islanders to take precautions as extreme cold temperatures and wind chills are forecast for this weekend. These conditions may pose an increased risk to health and safety, particularly for vulnerable populations. During extreme...
National Non-Smoking Week, January 18-24, is a reminder that quitting smoking is one of the most important steps people can take to protect their health and they don’t have to do it alone. The provincial government encourages anyone who is ready to quit smoking or vaping to use...