Social Development and Housing Annual Report 2021-2022
Annual Report for the Department of Social Development and Housing for the year 2021-2022.
Annual Report for the Department of Social Development and Housing for the year 2021-2022.
Nominations for the PEI Senior Islanders of the Year awards are being accepted until December 16, 2020. These annual awards recognize significant contributions in several areas such as volunteerism, fitness and recreation, fundraising, community involvement, education, and this...
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...
Islanders can provide their input for the Child Protection Act review through online submissions beginning today. The Act is reviewed every five years by an advisory committee on behalf of the Minister of Social Development and Housing. Islanders can submit their input at Child...
Today is 211 Day recognizing the free, confidential assistance available to people 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year. The 211 system provides a single point of entry for Islanders to access supports and services in their communities. When someone dials 2-1-1...
The Community Outreach Centre will move to its new home at 241 Euston Street in Charlottetown tomorrow. The centre will continue to be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and offer support to people seeking financial assistance, counselling, employment, food and housing...
The provincial government is increasing funding for non-government organizations that provide community-based supports and services to help Islanders. “Now more than ever, the supports that these organizations provide are critical for Islanders. We know there is an added strain...
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...
Islanders are invited to provide input on updates to the Residential Tenancy Act, which will provide more protections for Island landlords and tenants. Key changes in the Act include when to grant greater than allowable annual rental increases, new eviction timelines, a right of...
The provincial government is providing $900,000 in funding to the Association of Island Food Banks and the Salvation Army to assist Islanders most in need of support. The Association of Island Food Banks will receive $500,000 to help people in communities across the Island and...