Following the reinstatement of the Charlottetown Area Development Corporation (CADC), a new private sector board is ready to lead the capital region in economic growth and innovation. The ten-person board consists of seven members from the Province, two members from the City of...
A review of Prince Edward Island’s two urban regional development corporations will better position the entities as catalysts for strong, sustainable economic development. Community and business leaders Fred Hyndman and Nicole Morrison, along with Deputy Minister of Finance David...
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, and Hon. Darlene Compton, Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Trade, 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...
New public service leadership will guide Prince Edward Island’s efforts on the environment, energy and the economy. Changes within the ranks of the senior management in the provincial government were announced today to build leadership capacity in the key areas of economic...
Government announced the development of a Clean Tech Park that includes a Clean Tech Academy and a Clean Tech Learning and Innovation Centre. The vision for this project is to establish an industry-led cluster and destination that attracts and facilitates the growth of companies...
Federal and provincial governments are working closely with industry to boost Canada's biomanufacturing and life sciences industries. In Prince Edward Island, the bioscience community works with organizations and businesses throughout Atlantic Canada to advance an innovative...
On February 2, 2024, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) presented the Council of Atlantic Premiers with the Golden Scissors Award to recognize the Atlantic Physician Registry. The prestigious Golden Scissors Award recognizes politicians, public servants, and...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on U.S. Tariff Announcement: “This evening, I met with my fellow First Ministers to discuss the impact of the tariffs announced by President Trump, set to take effect this Tuesday. These tariffs...
Today, the Province of Prince Edward Island announced additional investments to ensure no Islander is left behind as a result of COVID-19. “Islanders have come together, finding new ways of helping each other, staying connected and building community spirit during this difficult...
Amendments to the Financial Administration Act were proclaimed October 22 as part of government’s ongoing commitment to enhance transparency and accountability. “Our government is committed to openness and transparency, and believes Islanders should have access to information on...