Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement to the graduating Class of 2024: “To the graduating class of 2024, I extend my sincerest congratulations on your graduation. This is a significant achievement, and we are immensely proud of you...
Elder Judy Clark is still learning to read and write in Mi’kmaw as a tribute to her ancestors. The highly respected Mi’kmaw Elder and member of the Abegweit First Nation remembers growing up on Lennox Island in the 1960s when children were forced to learn English at Indian Day...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Brain Injury Awareness Month: “June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Brain injuries can change lives in an instant, profoundly impacting not just the individual affected but their loved ones and...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Intergenerational Day Canada: “June 1, 2024 – is Intergenerational Day Canada, a day to focus on the profound positive influence of intergenerational connections in our communities and to foster...
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...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia: “On this International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, Prince Edward Island stands with members of the...
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...
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...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on National Nurses Week: “Today, as we mark the first day of National Nurses Week, we recognize the important work of all nurses- including nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and licensed...
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...