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Province supports new Ronald McDonald House
The Ronald McDonald House in Halifax is a home away from home for children and their loved ones who visit the IWK Health Centre for treatment. The Province of Prince Edward Island is pleased to share that they will be contributing $1.25 million to the construction of a new Ronald...
Province acting against opioids
The provincial government has launched an action plan to prevent overdoses and deaths to Prince Edward Island youth and adults caused by opioids. Opioid-related overdoses and deaths linked to potent opioids like fentanyl are increasing across much of Canada. The Prince Edward...
Request Inspection Online: Seasonal Agricultural Worker Accommodations
If an employer plans to provide housing for seasonal agricultural workers, the dwelling must be inspected prior to the workers arrival. In PEI, inspections are most often completed by an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) with Environmental Health. Inspections may also be completed by an approved third party. The dwelling must meet health and safety requirements prior to Service Canada processing the permit to hire seasonal agricultural workers. If your accommodation is ready, use the online form below to request an inspection. This form is also available to download in PDF format. What do I...
Celebrating the heroes in emergency care service
People feel a strong sense of safety and reassurance when they’re surrounded by Island EMS professionals. Some might even say it’s one of the safest places to be. Recently, the Performing Arts Centre at UPEI filled with applause and appreciation as Island EMS and Medacom Atlantic...
At Home Caregiver Benefit
The At Home Caregiver Benefit recognizes the important role of primary caregivers and provides financial support to people living at home with ongoing care needs and who are at high likelihood of admission to a long-term care home. A primary caregiver may be a family member...
Food Premises Program
The primary goal of the Food Premises Program offered by PEI Environmental Health is to prevent cases of food poisoning through consultation, education, and enforcement of regulations. Detailed inspections of all food premises in the province (approximately 1,450 premises) are...
Smoke-Free Places
It is against the law to smoke in a public place or work place in PEI. Also, smoking is not permitted in any vehicle while a child under age 19 years is present, even if a window, door, sunroof or roof is open and allows fresh air into the vehicle. For more information, refer...
Operational and Care Service Standards for Community Care Facilities (Revised 2016)
Operational and Care Service Standards for Community Care Facilities (Revised 2016) are standards approved by Department of Health and Wellness and Community Care and Facilities and Nursing Homes Board for PEI community care facilities to meet provincial licensing require
Boil Water Advisories
When test results show elevated levels of bacteria in drinking water, the Department of Health & Wellness (Environmental Health) may issue a boil water advisory (BWA). Environmental Health recommends that you limit water exposure and practice due diligence with personal hygiene...