Food banks in areas that were affected by the devastating flooding in British Columbia (BC) will receive a truckload of PEI potatoes today. To assist areas in BC that experienced significant loss from extreme weather events, the Province of Prince Edward Island is donating more...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Human Rights Day: “Every year, for over 70 years, we have recognized December 10 as Human Rights Day. It is a day that underscores what we all know – that we are all equals, we are all worthy...
Atlantic Premiers have endorsed a regional accord that will enhance collaboration in delivering health care services to Atlantic Canadians. Premier Blaine Higgs of New Brunswick chaired the meeting of the Council of Atlantic Premiers. He was joined by Nova Scotia Premier Tim...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on International Day for Persons with Disabilities: “Today is an important day for Islanders living with or supporting someone with a disability. It’s a day for us to recognize that disability...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on National Construction Day in Canada: “November 30th marks the 3rd annual National Construction Day in Canada. It’s a day for us to recognize the vital role the men and women of PEI’s construction...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement: “While we have trouble accepting the decision that was made on Monday to limit the export of potatoes to the US, our focus has now shifted to finding a resolution to this situation as soon as...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Remembrance Day: “Every year on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, Islanders and all Canadians honour the courage and sacrifice of veterans, armed forces members and all...
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement recognizing National Indigenous Veterans Day: “On this National Indigenous Veterans Day, and every day, we reflect and commemorate the incredible courage and sacrifices of Indigenous veterans. We remember and honour those who...
Island communities continue to see the benefits of residents lending their voice through their participation in government agencies, boards and commissions. This month, 19 people were appointed or reappointed to four boards, including the newly created Anti-Racism Table. “It’s...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the by-election for the District of Cornwall-Meadowbank: “This morning Cabinet passed an order in council to allow Elections PEI to issue the writ of election for the District 16 By-Election. The...