The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island signed an agreement to support people living without homes, including in encampments, as part of the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative (UHEI). Funding will support the implementation of a Community Encampment...
More Island residents will be able to reach their home ownership goals through a new provincial housing support program. The PEI Rent-to-Own program gives eligible participants the opportunity to purchase their home without the immediate need for a down payment or a pre-approved...
This fall, the Prince Edward Island Housing Corporation (PEIHC) will seek community input about the future redevelopment of the former Charlottetown Curling Club property at 241 Euston Street. A tender was issued today to demolish the current building and that work is expected to...
The federal and provincial governments announced an enhancement to the Canada Housing Benefit (CHB) that will provide financial support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence. The two governments are investing nearly $6 million each to help survivors cover housing expenses such...
The Province of Prince Edward Island is helping property owners who need to rebuild or remove damaged property as a result of post-tropical storm Fiona. Through the Fiona Property Support Initiative, fees charged by the Province of Prince Edward Island for building and...
Today, the Minister of Housing, Land and Communities, Steven Myers announced immediate actions in support of local municipal governments, resident engagement and the protection of land in PEI. This includes starting community engagement on a province-wide land-use plan for the...
Permit Coordinators are now available across the province to assist people with the building and development application process. Permit Coordinators are the first point of contact for all permit and property related requests and will provide one-on-one support by answering...
A new housing support program will help low to moderate income Islanders on the path of homeownership. The new Closing Cost Support Program will provide a reimbursement to eligible Islanders, up to $2,500, towards the closing costs associated with the purchase of their first home...
Today, the provincial government released a five-year housing strategy to guide efforts across the province to facilitate the growth of housing supply, provide more options for low-and medium-income residents, and support those most in need. Building Together – Prince Edward...
Recruiting skilled workers will be top priority as a PEI industry-led business delegation attends upcoming job fairs overseas. The Island delegation will travel to the Newcomers Canada‘s recruitment events in Birmingham, England and Dublin, Ireland between April 24-27 where...