For the purposes of the solar rebate program, a “bona fide farmer” means: an individual who owns a farm and is actively engaged in farming, and earns at least $10,000 of the individual’s gross annual income from farming, or at least 25 per cent of the individual’s gross annual...
A survey of Islanders’ experiences with virtual health care show a large number of respondents are comfortable with the technology but would like more support in accessing it. The anonymous, voluntary survey was conducted in the summer of 2022 by Health PEI’s Virtual Care Project...
The province is increasing the financial recruitment incentives for registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and midwives and adding a new financial incentive for licensed practical nurses, to improve healthcare for people in all areas PEI. These enhanced recruitment incentives...
Provincial drug coverage is increasing to reduce the copay eligible Islanders spend on many prescription medicines and to expand access to the Catastrophic Drug Program and the High Cost Drug Program. These changes will happen through the federal-provincial Improving Access to...
Island not-for-profit organizations and municipalities can access financial assistance to further develop rural areas of Prince Edward Island. Through the Community Revitalization Program (CRP), municipalities and incorporated not-for-profit organizations can request financial...
Prince Edward Island has released a five-year action plan that provides a clear path to reduce cancer risks, advance high-quality care and support Islanders who are impacted by the disease. The PEI Cancer Action Plan 2023-2028: Making a Difference Together, provides direction to...
Former Summerside Police Chief Dave Poirier will work with officials within the province’s Emergency Measures Organization, external consultants, and engage with stakeholders from across the province to conduct a comprehensive review of the provincial response to Hurricane Fiona...
Future social housing options continue to expand for families and seniors in need of support, within eleven different Island communities. Through the Affordable Housing Development Program, the Province of Prince Edward Island has partnered with Pan American Properties to create...
The PEI Midwives Recruitment Incentive Program provides incentives to Registered Midwives to fill high-demand vacancies within Health PEI. Eligibility Who is eligible for this program? Eligible midwives who meet the following criteria: Are entitled to work in Canada; Are...
The PEI Nursing Recruitment Incentive Program for recent graduate and experienced Licensed Practical Nurses is an initiative to provide meaningful employment opportunities and to fill vacant LPN positions of Health PEI. Eligibility Who is eligible for this program? Eligible Licensed Practical Nurses include individuals who meet the following criteria: Students completing the last year of a recognized Canadian Practical Nursing program; or Applicants with experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse; and Applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada; Applicants not currently working...