As agriculture continues to drive local economies across the Province, Government is making beneficial changes to allow for extended research that will help grow the industry, build resiliency, and lead efforts to improve industry’s environmental footprint. The Province is...
What is meningococcal disease and what are the complications of this disease? Invasive meningococcal disease is caused by a bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis (N. meningitidis). There are many different groups or types of this bacteria that can cause disease and each type is...
What are the rules for campaign fundraising and expenses? The Campaign Contributions and Election Expenses Bylaw Regulations set out the rules for a municipality’s bylaw. Many municipalities address these rules in their “Municipal Election Bylaw.” Can I contribute to my own...
The Employment Standards Act of Prince Edward Island gives employees who qualify eight holidays with pay: New Year's Day I slander Day (3rd Monday in February) Good Friday Canada Day Labour Day National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30th) Remembrance Day Christmas...
Islanders with a low-income may be eligible for a free electric hot water heater for their homes. To be eligible, you must have an annual household income of $100,000 or less, you must own your home, and it must be your principle residence. Your water must currently be heated by fossil fuels (heating oil or propane) to be eligible. How do I apply? You can apply for a free electric hot water heater online by clicking the blue button at the bottom of this page. If you would like help with your application, you can visit your local Access PEI where staff will help you verify your income and help...
The Commission is charged with the duty to improve and maintain the best possible service to students as lifelong learners in the Maritime provinces. What is the function of the commission? The Commission's principal duties are: (a) to undertake measures intended to ensure...
Improvements to local roads will benefit Islanders and their businesses, with work taking place thanks to the combined investment of more than $21.4 million from the federal and Prince Edward Island governments. Announced by Minister Lawrence MacAulay, Member of Parliament Heath...
In recognition of Family Literacy Day, Premier Dennis King announced that his government will increase funding to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program in PEI. “We are pleased to announce that we are increasing support to build quality children’s libraries in homes across...
One easy way to cut fuel consumption, save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions is to avoid unnecessary idling of your vehicle's engine. If all drivers avoided unnecessary idling for three minutes a day, we would prevent 1.4 million tonnes of carbon dioxide from entering the...