Government has officially proclaimed the month of August as Acadian Heritage Month in PEI. Acadians have greatly contributed to the Island’s social, cultural and economic fabric. The vitality, resilience and diversity of the Acadian community is being recognized throughout August...
The provincial government is expanding its RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) prevention programs to better protect Islanders who are most at risk of serious illness from the virus - infants and seniors. Starting this October, all infants will be eligible to receive Beyfortus®...
On Tuesday, August 12, the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Prince County Hospital (PCH) was officially restored, re-establishing full critical care capacity in Western Prince Edward Island. This milestone means PEI now has two fully operational ICUs—at PCH and Queen Elizabeth...
Residents will have the opportunity this fall to shape the future of the public education system by electing new or returning trustees to serve on the Public Schools Branch and la Commission scolaire de langue francaise’s respective boards. Both education authorities are governed...
Hon. Gilles Arsenault, Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs issued the following statement on National Acadian Day: “Today, I am proud to celebrate National Acadian Day with all Islanders. August 15 is a special day for Acadians and Francophones as we...
Islanders and visitors are invited to attend the 44 th Annual Blueberry Social at Historic Yeo House featuring treats, entertainment, and fun activities for the whole family. Take a step back in time at the event on Saturday, August 16 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Historic Yeo...
Applications are now open for Island residents and community groups seeking funding to support projects that promote diversity and inclusion within the province. The Gender, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Community Enhancement Program (GEDI) provides annual grants for...
Premier Rob Lantz announced today that nominations are open for the 2025 Joe Smallwood Recognition Award. The award is in memory of longtime horseman Joe Smallwood and was established to recognize individuals who have made a positive impact on the harness racing industry on...
PEI’s minister responsible for forestry has issued a fire closure order that bans all fires in the province, including campfires, until further notice. The ban on campfires and bonfires includes fires on private property as well at provincial parks and campgrounds. Fines under...
Today, Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, Hon. Tim Houston, Premier of Nova Scotia, Hon. Gilles LePage, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation representing the Government of New Brunswick, and...