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The Interministerial Women's Secretariat provides assistance to the provincial government to promote the legal, health, social and economic equality of women. The Secretariat is mandated to partner with the community on projects to promote the status of women. Further, the...
The certification system allows employees to decide in a democratic way whether or not they wish to be represented by a trade union. A board-issued certificate gives a trade union bargaining rights on behalf of a group of employees. Similar procedures allow changes to, or...
The Labour Relations Board (LRB) is an independent adjudicative body responsible for the application and interpretation of PEI Labour Act. The Board receives applications from employees, employers, unions and the labour/management community on a variety of labour-related matters...
Sexual Assault Awareness Week is Sept 19 – 25 and Island residents are encouraged to learn about prevention and show their support for survivors. This year’s theme is Love Letters to Survivors and the PEI Rape and Sexual Assault Centre will be coordinating events all week...
An employee’s pay period must not exceed 16 days. In the event that employment is terminated, an employee must be paid no later than the next regular pay period after the one in which their employment ceased. All pay earned by an employee during a particular pay period must be...
The Office of the Employer Advisor produces a monthly newsletter on Workers Compensation and Occupational Health and Safety topics.
What is a minimum wage order? The Minimum Wage Order sets wage rates. A wage rate is the amount of money an employer pays an employee for each hour of work. The Minimum Wage Order sets the minimum wage rate, which is the least amount of money an employer must pay an employee for...
Island workers will have access to paid sick leave effective October 1, 2024. Following amendments made to the Employment Standards Act during the most recent fall sitting of the legislature, Island workers will be eligible for up to three paid sick days depending on the length...
The Government of PEI is dedicated to providing supports for students who want to get a post-secondary education. As such, students can earn a Community Service Bursary through volunteering in their community. The bursary is awarded to students who lend a helping hand to non...