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...
Across PEI, a small but mighty team of nurses are making a big difference in the lives of staff and residents at the Island’s 11 privately run long-term care homes and 36 community care facilities. Although the Department of Health and Wellness’ Infection Prevention and Control...
Over the past year, Islanders travelling on rural roads may have noticed a subtle but meaningful change in the landscape. More cows are happily grazing in PEI’s scenic pastures. This is, in part, thanks to the Grow the Herd Pilot Program, which is designed to increase the beef...
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...
Families, patients, and healthcare workers at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) will soon have more convenient access to some government services through a new pilot that brings Access PEI directly onsite. Starting this month, services will be offered twice a month until April...
Health PEI is asking the public for patience as Island hospitals operate above normal capacity. This added pressure makes for longer wait times, slows the flow of patients through the system, and creates stress for patients, loved ones, and our hard-working staff. Island...