The Commissioner, Horace Carver, QC, was appointed under the Public Inquiries Act to inquire into, examine, conduct research, consult with Islanders, and make recommendations related to the Land Protection Act.
Progress Report on the Housing Action Plan for Prince Edward Island (2018-2023)
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...
A house is much more than four walls and a roof. It is a source of security, dignity, and identity for many individuals. By prioritizing housing, we prioritize the health of all Islanders and the social and economic well-being of our communities. This Housing Strategy -- Building...
In late 2023, the Government of PEI initiated a review of programs and services for vulnerable Islanders led by Carlene Donnelly. Ms. Donnelly has spent the past 30 years as a senior leader in the social services sector. In 2003, she became CEO of CUPS and has led CUPS through...
Released in November 2019, this community needs assessment will inform future planning for emergency shelters in Prince Edward Island.
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, through the Prince Edward Island Housing Corporation (PEIHC), is continuing to foster its ten-year cost-matched funding agreement with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) with joint affordable housing investments totaling $5
The Housing Navigator assesses the risks associated with an individual’s housing circumstances, as well as reduce the stigma and misconceptions regarding homelessness. They make referrals and help clients to access resources, from housing, to mental health, to childcare services...