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...
Hon. Jenn Redmond, Minister of Workforce, Advanced Learning & Population, issued the following statement on the National Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace: “Each year on April 28, we pause to honour the memory of workers who have been injured or lost...
Businesses and organizations across PEI can access funding to improve accessibility in commercial and non-profit spaces to create more inclusive environments for employees and clients with disabilities. The provincial government’s Workforce Adaptation Fund is coordinated through...
Island students will have access to additional financial support for post-secondary education and eligibility has expanded to include more in-demand healthcare programs. The George Coles Bursary and the Marion L. Reid Grant will increase by $300 to $3,500 per year for up to four...
Today marks a significant milestone for health care in Prince Edward Island as 20 Island students officially begin their medical school journey here in PEI. This highly anticipated initiative is a major milestone in the province’s efforts to strengthen the health-care system and...
The governments of Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia have renewed an agreement that secures priority access to seats in additional high-demand programs at Dalhousie University for students from PEI. This renewed agreement reflects a continued commitment to interprovincial...
The provincial government has expanded presumptive cancer coverage for firefighters to include five additional types of cancer. Under the Workers Compensation Act, presumptive cancer coverage means that it is presumed that a primary cancer for a fire inspector or firefighter is...
If you plan to partner with another organization to deliver a GEDI project, please use this template to develop a letter of support.
Family Violence Prevention Week is May 12-18, and this year’s theme is Preventing Family Violence in Older Adults. Throughout the week, communities and organizations across the Island will host events to foster conversations about family violence prevention, raise awareness...