As part of Prince Edward Island's commitment to public safety for all road users, the Province is introducing mandatory entry-level training (MELT) for applicants seeking a commercial Class 1 driver’s license for the first time. Effective August 5, 2024, Island residents applying...
More Island artists are receiving funding through Island arts grants programs. The Indigenous Arts Grants and the PEI Arts Grants programs support, assist, and encourage the growth of the artistic community in PEI. Funding is available annually to Island-based professional...
“Breastfeeding mothers are some of the most committed, selfless, patient, and determined people I’ve ever met,” said Courtney Chisholm, RN/Lactation Consultant at Public Health Nursing. “Breastfeeding is not always easy and it’s not always natural. Clients come to me with a...
The Office of the Children’s Lawyer (OCL) is an independent office that operates in the Department of Justice and Public Safety. A Children’s Lawyer may decide to act as a legal representative or litigation guardian for individual Island children in parenting time and decision...
The presence of multinuclear sphere X ( MSX) in some PEI oyster harvst sites is a serious concern for the PEI oyster aquaculture industry. MSX is a parasite that is not harmful to humans but hinders oyster growth and increases oyster mortality. Island oyster harvesters can help...
Creating local economic opportunity by developing provincial strategic properties will help Island communities grow sustainably. In partnership with Borden-Carleton officials, the Province will be accepting proposals from members of the private sector interested in developing the...
A new bursary for internationally educated nurses to cover fees associated with coming to work in Prince Edward Island is aimed at helping to eliminate financial barriers and draw more nurses to the province. The Internationally Educated Nurses Bursary Program will provide up to...