Island seniors eligible for the Seniors Independence Initiative (SII) can now access up to $1,800 annually for practical services that make it easier for them to remain in their own homes and communities. The SII program provides financial assistance for services such as light...
Summerside Emergency Shelter, located at 25 Frank Mellish Drive, is a safe place for adults 18+ experiencing homelessness to spend the night. The shelter will be a 10-bed gender inclusive shelter for individuals 18+ with options for individuals with physical mobility challenges...
Can municipalities on PEI buy land? Yes, municipalities can purchase land. To meet legislative acts and regulations keep the following in mind: The purchase is listed in the municipality’s budget, (MGA s.150) The purchase is approved by council, (MGA s.123 “The powers of a...
On Monday, April 8, 2024, an amazing astronomical event - a full solar eclipse - will take place over Canada, including PEI. All students in both the English and French school boards will be dismissed two hours early that day out of an abundance of caution. A spectacular and rare...
Minister's Report on Climate Change - Risk and Progress Toward Targets 2023-2024 and supporting materials
If you think you may have a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) or a Sexually Transmitted Blood-borne Infection (STBBI), you need to be seen by a family doctor, nurse practitioner, or a specially trained nurse. STI and STBBI testing and treatment are offered to individuals of...
Islanders are strongly advised to keep current on all vaccinations, particularly parents and caregivers, who should ensure their children are up to date on their vaccines schedule. This is increasingly important due to a rise in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in PEI and across...
The Department of Health and Wellness and Health PEI have developed a five-year Digital Health Strategy to improve the availability and use of health information to build a healthier tomorrow for Islanders and to invest in secure digital health technologies. What is digital...
When Jason Woodbury heard about the FireSmart™ Canada program, he jumped at the chance to be a part of it. Jason, who is the Fire Chief in Miscouche, is also a former member of the Nova Scotia Forestry Department and knows better than most how important it is to be FireSmart...