What is an Associate Family? An Associate Family is a family in the community that houses and provides care to adults with varying degrees of intellectual disabilities or Autism. Associate Families create a supportive and safe home for adults who require support with living...
The Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) replaces the Child Protection Act. It was passed in the fall 2023 sitting of the Legislative Assembly and was enacted on September 9, 2024. The CYFSA is about what is best for children in PEI. It requires that the best interests of...
Who are patient and family partners? Patient and Family Partners (PFPs) contribute in many ways throughout Health PEI. Some examples include participation in advisory groups, assist with development/review of new/revised education materials, assist in short-term quality improvement projects, contributing within one-time focus groups and in so many other ways. As such, PFPs are invaluable assets as we work toward improved health care services for Islanders. Are you looking to give back to your community? The benefits to becoming a PFP includes fostering and strengthening your community. Your...
The Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) that was passed in the fall 2023 sitting of the Legislative Assembly has been proclaimed and is now in effect. The CYFSA replaces the Child Protection Act and makes key enhancements to the fundamental rights of children in Prince...
Services that provide ground transportation by stretcher, for persons who do not require medical oversight in Prince Edward Island, are required to be licensed under the Stretcher Transportation Act . Stretcher transportation services providers operate non-ambulance services in a specialized vehicle that meet the Stretcher Transportation Regulations that are equipped and staffed according to the Regulations. Licensing Stretcher Transportation Operators are required to apply for a license through the Registrar for Stretcher Transportation Services with the Department of Health and Wellness, in...
School breakfast and snack programs encourage healthy eating, ensure students come to class prepared to learn, and support positive nutrition habits which help improve academic achievement. Each week, community volunteers and school staff help provide approximately 68,000...
What is the Residential Services Program? The Residential Services Program supports Islanders 18 and older living with intellectual disabilities or Autism in connecting them to supports in their community, including day programs, skill development, and residential services. The...
The Public Archives has plenty of material that can be used in school projects and classroom teaching. Some of these resources are highlighted below. Online exhibits The online exhibits provide a great introduction to a variety of topics in Island history such as immigration...