Family Violence Prevention Week is May 13-19 and this year’s theme is Strong Beginnings: Resiliency in the Early Years. Communities and organizations across the Island will hold events throughout the week to engage people in conversation about family violence prevention, spread...
On Wear Purple Day and during Family Violence Prevention Week (May 13-19), Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, reaffirmed the province's dedication to preventing family violence and supporting those affected. This year's theme, Strong Beginnings: Resiliency in the...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the passing of Allan Andrews: “I want to extend my condolences to the Andrews family on the passing of Allan; a visionary founder of Andrews Hockey Growth Programs in Prince Edward Island, a...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Small Business Week: “This week, we celebrate and thank the small businesses that are the backbone of our Island’s economy and communities. These businesses play a crucial role in our towns and...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Old Home Week: "It’s the most wonderful time of the year – Old Home Week is here! I am excited to celebrate the agriculture, farming, and harness racing that contribute so much to our Island’s...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the National Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace: “Each year on April 28, we pause to honour the memory of workers who have been injured or lost their lives through a...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Cyberbullying Awareness Day: “Today – April 25 – marks the first-ever Cyberbullying Awareness Day for PEI, following passing of Bill 115, Cyberbullying Awareness Day Act, introduced by Souris...
The Province of Prince Edward Island is sending congratulations to PEI’s own Alysha Corrigan and the Canadian women’s rugby 7s team on their impressive silver medal at the 2024 Olympic Games. A true underdog over the last few games, Team Canada utilized teamwork, grit, and skill...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Paramedic Services Week: “Today, I want to recognize all those who provide paramedic services to Islanders across our province, and their families who support them. The vital work of paramedics...
The National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) is recognized annually on May 5. It is a day to bring awareness and to recognize and honour the lost lives of Indigenous women and girls. “May 5 is also known as Red Dress Day, and it is...