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Islanders urged to prepare for Tropical Storm Henri
As Tropical Storm Henri approaches Atlantic Canada over the next several days, Islanders are encouraged to monitor Environment Canada for weather warnings and updated information. Hurricanes and tropical storms are violent weather systems which can change direction on short...
Province announces new charitable lottery fee structure
Many Island non-profit and charitable organizations will no longer be paying lottery license fees as a percentage of the value of their prize awards. Effective August 21, fees associated with community fundraisers with winnings of $5,000 or less will be eliminated. Organizers of...
Islanders’ opinions requested on changes to substitute decision-making legislation
Government encourages Islanders to learn more about upcoming legislative changes that will help them better understand the role of capacity in substitute decision-making processes. The Department of Justice and Public Safety has developed an education series and consultation...
Public feedback wanted on upcoming legislative changes
The Province is inviting Islanders to share their comments on upcoming legal changes to modernize some of the existing laws in PEI. As part of the Province’s goal to continually modernize legislation to appropriately serve Island residents, three consultation papers are available...
Islanders encouraged to prepare for hurricane season
Heavy rain, sustained winds, storm surge, flooding, and potential power outages can be expected during the Atlantic hurricane season. Post-tropical storm Elsa is expected to pass through Prince Edward Island late Friday evening, with the greatest rainfall and wind activity...
Government launches restorative justice program
A new restorative justice program will help people through the healing process after they have been impacted by a crime in Prince Edward Island. Restorative justice is an approach to justice that focuses on addressing the harms caused by crime while holding the offender...