If you were considering quitting tobacco, this is the week to do it. With the theme of “Tobacco Free for Life...Choose Now!,” National Non-Smoking Week 2017 aims to help tobacco users break the cycle of an addiction that is Canada’s leading cause of preventable illness...
The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island recognize that strategic investments in public infrastructure—including funding for culture and tourism projects—play a key role in supporting dynamic communities while creating good jobs that help grow the middle class and...
Islanders requiring out-of-province medical services will benefit from a new bridge toll program coming next month. Hope Air -- in collaboration with Health PEI -- will pay for a Confederation Bridge pass for Islanders in financial need to attend medical appointments in New...
Modern and efficient roadways are crucial to encouraging and supporting economic activity, facilitating trade, and creating well-paid, middle class jobs. The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are investing in infrastructure that will make it easier and safer to move...
The provincial government wants Islanders’ thoughts on what cannabis legislation should look like for Prince Edward Island. The federal government in April 2017 introduced the Cannabis Act which – if passed by Parliament– will legalize and regulate cannabis across Canada by July...
Whether in person or on the web, Islanders who attend Health PEI’s annual general meeting can give their input and participate in quality discussions about health care on Prince Edward Island. The meeting will be this Thursday, Oct. 6, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Rodd Royalty...
Various programs and resources are available to support Islanders living with, through, and beyond cancer. The PEI Cancer Treatment Center staff, including the Cancer Patient Navigator, are here to help patients, families and caregivers with information and support. “World Cancer...
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Four young Island women will represent Prince Edward Island at a national event marking the 100th anniversary of some women attaining the right to vote in Canadian federal elections. Jillian MacIntyre, Sarah Crosby, Payton Jadis, and Taya Nabuurs will represent the Island’s four...
Safety features on this fall’s newest school buses will help reduce the number of cars that unlawfully drive by when buses are stopping to pick up children. The new buses have a stop arm at both the front and back of the bus. A second stop arm at the rear has been proven to...