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Social Assistance Program
Social Assistance will help you pay for basic needs (food, clothing, shelter) when you do not have enough money. Depending on your financial need, you may also receive payment for childcare, medicine, and other living essentials. If you are a PEI resident age 18 years or older...
Social Programs Appeal Application
Anyone who is currently receiving Social Assistance or AccessAbility Supports, or who has newly applied for Social Assistance or AccessAbility Supports and recently had a decision to reduce, suspend, or cancel financial assistance, can request an appeal using this form.
5.8 Social Assistance Policy Utilities
Social Assistance Policy 5.8 - Utilities, updated September 1, 2023.
Social Programs: Requesting an appeal
Anyone who is currently receiving Social Assistance or AccessAbility Supports, or who has newly applied for Social Assistance or AccessAbility Supports and recently had a decision to reduce, suspend, or cancel financial assistance, can request an appeal. Who can I ask for...
Web Presence Assistance
Web Presence Assistance provides a non-repayable contribution to Prince Edward Island businesses and local not-for-profits to assist with the creation of an online presence or to upgrade an existing website to include e-commerce. The purpose of Web Presence Assistance is to help Island businesses and not-for-profits increase business by creating a website to establish an online presence, reach customers and increase sales. Who is eligible for Web Presence Assistance? To be an eligible applicant, a business or a local not-for-profit organization must be located in Prince Edward Island and: not...
Government invests additional $2.7 million to increase social programs rates
Increases to social programs rates will come into effect on March 1, 2024 to expand support and resources to Island households receiving assistance. Islanders receiving Social Assistance or Assured Income benefits will see a five per cent increase to their basic unit rate (BUR)...
New benefit provides financial support to primary caregivers
Islanders with a high likelihood of admittance to long-term care may qualify for a new benefit that would enable them to stay in the comfort of their home while receiving ongoing care from a primary caregiver. The At Home Caregiver Benefit offers financial assistance to a primary...
Social Development and Housing Annual Report 2020-2021
Annual Report for the Department of Social Development and Housing for the year 2020-2021.
Social Development and Housing Annual Report 2021-2022
Annual Report for the Department of Social Development and Housing for the year 2021-2022.