A new Health PEI program will provide early intervention for children who are awaiting an autism assessment from a psychologist. The Social ABCs program is a structured, evidence-based early intervention program for children identified as possibly having autism spectrum disorder...
Parents and guardians with children in designated and licensed early years centers (EYCs) across the province will see child care fees reduced to $25 on January 1, 2022. This is one of the milestones to achieving an average of $10/day early learning and child care in the province...
The Farmers Talk program is being renewed for a second year after assisting hundreds of Prince Edward Island’s farmers and their families find help to deal with the mental and emotional stress associated with farming life. FarmersTalk.ca encourages farmers, producers and family...
Fisheries and Communities Minister Jamie Fox issued the following statement on the passing of Joe Van Den Bremt: “On behalf of the province of Prince Edward Island, I wish to express my condolences to the family and friends of Joe Van Den Bremt. Joe was a pioneer of the mussel...
Karrie MacDougall has been a staple figure in the lives of some of PEI’s youth in care. Karrie is a member of the Child and Family Services team in PEI. She is the Team Lead for the Transitions Apartments that support youth who have aged out of care. Her work includes program...
Seven early childhood centres received an official Early Years Centre designation from the province, which will provide more affordable childcare options for Islanders. Increasing the number of designated Early Years Centres helps to grow accessible, affordable and inclusive...
Improving the flow and care of patients is about making your journey through the health care system easier while ensuring you receive the most appropriate care and treatment. If you require hospital care, Health PEI wants to ensure you have a timely admission, followed by a...
Boys and Girls Club in the province will receive more funding to support community programming that improves food security and shelter for people in need of this help. The provincial government is providing $100,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Summerside, in partnership with...
The Fisher Assistance Program is a service that provides confidential, professional counselling services to fishers, crew members, and their families. The program recognizes that some problems can affect home life and work performance. When this happens, help may be required in...