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Island residents adding energy efficiency upgrades to their home may be eligible to borrow up to $10,000 from the provincial government to help finance the cost. The Energy Efficiency Loan Program is available to a registered owner of a year-round residential property and where the project has been pre-approved by efficiencyPEI. The loan may assist with purchasing efficient equipment such as a new furnace or heat pump or it may help with the cost of upgrades to the building envelope, i.e. new windows or air sealing. Finance PEI must approve the loan before any work begins on the project. The...

Do you find regulations, forms or permits overly complex, outdated or redundant? The Government of Prince Edward Island wants to know what opportunities exist to reduce red tape items that cost business time and money. The Red Tape Challenge is an opportunity for you to provide feedback to Government with the goal of making it easier to do business with Government. We’d like to ask for your help on how we can cut red tape to serve you better! What is Red Tape? Red Tape refers to the excessive burden imposed by regulations and processes which have the potential to impact the cost of doing...

Insurance Agent Licensing Any person who carries on the business of an insurance agent in Prince Edward Island must have a valid license (Certificate of Authority) issued by the Superintendent of Insurance under the Insurance Act. Insurance Agent License Search You can check whether an insurance agent is licensed by going to the following link: Licensed Insurance Agents License Term An Insurance Agent License (Certificate of Authority) is valid for two years. Licenses can be renewed up to 3 months in advance of the license expiration. We recommend you submit your application at least 30 days...

You are invited to apply to volunteer at a Health PEI long-term care home. As a volunteer, you provide a key link between our residents and the community. Our home and the lives of our residents are all the better due to the help of many generous volunteers like yourself. If you have time and talents you are willing to share with residents in long-term care, complete the online application below. What types of activities are offered to residents? A volunteer can contribute to a resident's well-being and comfort in many ways: one-on-one or in a group. You may choose from a variety of volunteer...

The Premier offers celebratory notes to residents of Prince Edward Island to recognize significant life events, as follows: Wedding anniversaries of 25 years or more in five year increments; and Birthdays for individuals of 65 years or more in five year increments to 100 years of age. For centenarians, a message may be sent for each individual year beyond 100. What information is required? You are required to provide contact information including a mailing address. An original signed copy of the message will be mailed to the address provided. How much lead time is required? To ensure that you...

Your active participation is welcome as we work together to protect our environment, and ensure the health and safety of our residents and visitors. Your feedback, requests for information and reporting of environmental concerns are important. Reporting unusual activity or a significant change in the environment will assist us in achieving environmental stewardship goals and addressing climate change. How do I report my environmental concern? If you are concerned about something you have observed; you may use the online form below to let us know. Please provide as much detail as possible to...

What is a Coastal Hazard Assessment (CHA)? A Coastal Hazard Assessment (CHA) is a free service that provides a summary of potential erosion and flood hazards associated with a coastal property. The CHA is intended to provide guidance for current and prospective property owners who want to be aware of the potential impacts of coastal hazards as they buy, sell, develop, and/or maintain a given property. Who can request a Coastal Hazard Assessment? Anyone can request a CHA for any coastal property on PEI.  If you are the owner of a waterfront property, or are thinking about purchasing a coastal...

PEI 511 is a free traveller information service, operated by the Government of Prince Edward Island, that you can access via phone, mobile device or computer. To access this service in any region of PEI call 511 or visit the PEI 511 website. Should I call 511 for assistance if I have a breakdown or an emergency? Call 911 for any emergency. Is there a cost to call PEI 511? If you are in PEI, using the PEI 511 service is free. Can I access PEI 511 while driving? Yes, as long as you are using a hands-free telephone device and the voice-activated 511 function. The use of hand-held devices with a...

BizPaL provides you with simplified access to information about business permits, licences, and other requirements needed to establish, operate and grow your business. How will BizPaL benefit me? BizPaL will help you identify what you may need from participating levels of government. The service is a result of combined efforts by the federal, provincial, territorial and participating municipal governments and is designed with the following benefits in mind: it is free, it saves time, and it is available 24/7. How do I get started? Select a location. Enter a business type. Using the checklist...