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Federal funding provided to projects on Prince Edward Island to support victims of family violence and intimate partner violence
Family violence and intimate partner violence (IPV) are serious public health issues and have immediate and long-term consequences for victims, including physical, mental, cognitive and financial. Everyone in Canada should be safe and free from physical, emotional and sexual...
Province announces new operator of the Community Outreach Centre
The Community Outreach Centre will have a new operator beginning April 18th, 2022. The Adventure Group will lead the day-to-day operations of the Centre with support from partners; the Canadian Mental Health Association – PEI Division, Upper Room Hospitality Ministry and...
Seniors’ Food Security program extended until February 11
The Province is extending the Seniors’ Food Security program until February 11, 2022. Seniors aged 65 plus facing financial challenges with securing healthy and nutritious food can apply for the Senior’s Food Security program. Challenges include significant financial barriers...
New Canadian Red Cross program offers a hand in friendship to lonely adults
The Canadian Red Cross Friendly Calls program helps Islanders who may be struggling with loneliness and isolation especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The impact of loneliness can cause health issues ranging from high blood pressure to a reduced quality of life and cognitive...
New Seniors’ Food Security program and more funding to food banks
The Province is providing funding to food banks who are not members of the Association of Island Food Banks and is introducing a food security program for seniors. Seniors aged 65+ facing financial challenges with securing healthy and nutritious food can apply for the Senior’s...