The public is invited to take part in a community engagement session hosted by the PEI Department of Health and Wellness and the Community Harm Reduction Steering Committee on February 8 to discuss the Overdose Prevention Site located at 33 Belmont Street, Charlottetown. "A...
Islanders are invited to provide their feedback on the Pharmacy Plus PEI program, launched last year, through an online survey available until the end of October. Island residents 18 years of age and older can take part in the anonymous survey. The information gathered will help...
Birth control counselling and options are provided to individuals of all genders, orientations and ages through Sexual Health, Options & Reproductive Services (SHORS). The program provides safe, confidential, and supportive services to all clients. Call 1-844-365-8258 (toll-free)...
PEI to expand provincial drug coverage to make medication more affordable and accessible No Canadian should have to choose between paying for prescription drugs and putting food on the table. Unfortunately, many are faced with this impossible decision every day. As part of the...
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...
The Office of the Employer Advisor produces a monthly newsletter on Workers Compensation and Occupational Health and Safety topics.
No Canadian should have to choose between paying for prescription drugs and putting food on the table. Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health and Wellness for Prince Edward Island (PEI), highlighted...
No Canadian should have to choose between paying for prescription drugs and putting food on the table. Unfortunately, many are faced with this impossible decision every day. The Government of Canada recognizes that for many Canadians, the cost of their medication is an additional...
Island residents looking to pursue a career in health care can receive financial assistance to support their training. Through the Licensed Practical Nurse and Paramedic Support Program, the Province will subsidize all tuition costs to licensed practical nursing, primary and...
Holland College will offer a Resident Care Worker (RCW) program in Souris this September to address the need for more skilled workers in rural PEI, while also providing rural residents the opportunity to study and gain meaningful employment closer to home. RCWs are an integral...