The Province is inviting Island residents to share their opinion on the new draft Mental Health Act. The new act provides for the treatment, care and supervision of persons with a mental disorder while respecting their charter rights. It would replace the current Mental Health...
Government has released the What We Heard report summarizing public input on the Live Well PEI Consultation Paper, a significant step in developing a provincial action plan to improve wellness and prevent chronic disease in the province. The consultation paper, released in 2024...
A five-year health plan aimed at setting a vision and a path for the PEI healthcare system was released today by the Department of Health and Wellness. The proactive plan puts people at the forefront, stabilizes the workforce, addresses inequities, advances innovation and...
The Department of Health and Wellness and PEI’s Chief Public Health Office are developing a 5-year provincial wellness action plan under the brand LIVE WELL PEI with the tagline: Together We Can. Islanders can help form the action plan by giving their input through an online...
The Department of Health and Wellness is focusing health human resources on the COVID-19 response. With the recent rapid rise in cases, notably due to the Omicron variant, administration of booster shots of the COVID vaccine is the top priority. Delays in booking appointments for...
The Chief Public Health Office has released the 2021 Chief Public Health Officer’s Report that provides a summary of the overall health of Islanders pre-pandemic. The 2021 report provides an update to the 2016 Chief Public Health Officer’s Report: Health for All Islanders and the...
Minister of Health and Wellness Mark McLane issued the following statement on Environmental Public Health Week: "As we celebrate Environmental Public Health Week in Canada, September 23-27, I want to thank our Environmental Health Officers who play a critical role in promoting...
The Government of Prince Edward Island has released a report outlining its significant investments and progress in supporting Island children during their critical early years. The report Initiatives for Young Children in Prince Edward Island 2019–2024 details interdepartmental...
Islanders at a learning event this morning heard how organizations, the community, and individuals must all work together to promote good health. Hosted by the Chief Public Health Office of the Department of Health and Wellness, “Your Work Matters in the Global Village” brought...
The provincial government is providing $136,000 in grants to support innovative projects that promote healthier communities and help prevent chronic diseases through community and school-based initiatives. This year, the 2024-2025 LIVE WELL PEI Wellness Grant Program is funding...