A reminder to all Islanders that the COVID-19 Special Leave Fund is available to provide temporary support for those not eligible for federal benefits. The fund provides up to three days of wage supports for workers and self-employed people who: are unable to work due to illness...
The role of the Occupational Health and Safety Advisory Council is to provide advice to Workers Compensation Board on occupational health and safety (OH&S) matters throughout the province and to advise government on proposed revisions to OH&S legislation. Who serves on the...
Island artists will have more opportunities to grow their professions and help build a strong Island creative industry as part of the new culture action plan. People, Place and Possibility – Renewed Action Plan for Arts, Culture and Creative Industries in PEI is the new five-year...
The mandate of Charlottetown Area Development Corporation (CADC) is to provide innovation, investment, and expertise for individual projects of economic and social benefit that government or the private sector is not prepared to execute alone. CADC fills two important roles – to...
The Government of Canada and the Prince Edward Island (PEI) Department of Agriculture are redirecting funds into existing programs that support farmers and agri-businesses in finding new markets and foster innovation. Through existing Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership...
Government is launching two new art programs that celebrate and support the accomplishments of PEI Mi’kmaq and other Indigenous artists living in PEI. The PEI Indigenous Art Bank acquires, loans and displays art that was purchased or donated and pieces will be displayed in public...
During a media briefing on Tuesday, September 27th government provided an update on operations and relief programs as the province continues to recover from Hurricane Fiona. Transportation and Infrastructure Provincial crews continue to clear roads, and work alongside Maritime...
The provincial government is asking members of the public, communities, businesses and service providers to share their feedback on proposed actions to improve internet access for people in Prince Edward Island. The 2021-2025 Broadband Connectivity Discussion Paper outlines gaps...
A new pilot program will help Island homeowners upgrade their current heating system to a cleaner, more efficient system, while reducing the carbon footprint. The Residential Home Heating Program will allow homeowners to borrow funds for costs associated with the purchase and...
Applications are now open for Island businesses and employers to apply for a temporary wage top-up for essential workers and funding to purchase health and safety protective measures in their workplaces. “I know that the last couple months have been incredibly challenging for...