The province of Prince Edward Island is providing Island residents with options for disposal of waste and debris left in the wake of Hurricane Fiona. “While we are continuing to prioritize the clean-up of our Island roadways and assist in power restoration, we recognize that...
Some people might describe themselves as having two left feet, but Stephanie Calberry insists that dance is for everyone. Calberry is a social worker and has also taught dance for several years. “I love watching people discover their love of dance and seeing how happy it makes...
Atlantic Premiers met today to discuss regional impacts of the Omicron variant and priorities for economic recovery. As new Chair of the Council of Atlantic Premiers, Premier Tim Houston of Nova Scotia was joined by Premier Blaine Higgs of New Brunswick, Premier Dennis King of...
The province is working alongside the Canadian Home Builders’ Association of PEI (CHBA-PEI) to provide training to Island builders. Training sessions will help builders learn important information on how to build more efficient homes. The four-day training will be held virtually...
You are required to have a valid Fish Buyer licence to purchase fish directly from fishers for the purpose of resale or processing. In addition, you are required to provide yearly statistics on all fish purchased and sold during the licence period in accordance with the Fisheries Act Regulations. Licences are issued annually to an individual or a business under the authority of the Fisheries Act in the following categories: Lobster Other crustaceans (snow crab, rock crab, etc.) Groundfish (halibut, flounder, etc.) Pelagic (mackerel, herring, tuna, smelts, gaspereau, silversides, etc.) Mollusk...
Today, Government is deferring all loan payments with clients of Finance PEI, Island Investment Development Inc., and PEI Century Fund for the month of October due to the impacts of Hurricane Fiona. “Hurricane Fiona has caused significant disruption for may industries across...
The COVID-19 outbreaks on Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Unit 7 and Prince Edward Home’s Fox Meadow Household have been declared over. Patients in acute care facilities are permitted three (3) Partners in Care and Patients in hospital awaiting Long Term Care and residents in Long...
The Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) was officially named the provincial bird in 1977 as a result of a province-wide public vote held in 1976. It is easily identified by its prominent sky-blue hood, wings and tail feathers. Its throat and breast are white, and horizontal black arcs...
A lottery license is needed to operate a gaming event on Prince Edward Island. What is considered a gaming event? A gaming event is any event where: a participant has to pay to play the winner is determined by chance the prize is greater than the cost to play Can I apply for a...
Atlantic Premiers met virtually to continue their discussion on health care priorities and sustainable regional growth. As Chair of the Council of Atlantic Premiers, Premier Tim Houston of Nova Scotia welcomed Premier Blaine Higgs of New Brunswick, Premier Dennis King of Prince...