Health PEI and the PEI Nurses’ Union (PEINU) have successfully completed a province-wide reclassification of Registered Nurse (RN) positions, a major step forward in recognizing the value and complexity of nursing roles across Health PEI. The initiative involved a comprehensive...
Health PEI and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) are pleased to announce a tentative three-year collective agreement covering the period from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2026. CUPE members in health care (Locals 805, 1051, 1778, and 1779) will vote on the agreement on...
The Council regulates the practice of chiropractors in the province, promotes standards and safeguards the welfare of the public with regard to the services of chiropractors. Who serves on the board? The Council is made up of three members nominated by the Association and...
Here are the 24 people appointed or reappointed to 9 agencies, boards and commissions by Cabinet in May 2025. Acadian and Francophone Community Advisory Committee Claudine Blaquière - Mont Carmel Kyra Doyle - Summerside Atlantic Provinces Harness Racing Commission Jacinta...
The Women and Gender Diverse People’s Health Council will oversee the implementation and monitoring of Prince Edward Island’s five-year Health Strategy for Women and Islanders Who Are Gender Diverse. What is the function? The Council is responsible for the oversight of the...
The Born to Read program is an early childhood literacy initiative that promotes the joy of reading to babies and toddlers. How do parents participate in this program? Parents of newborns on Prince Edward Island are given a free Born to Read package during their regular wellness...
The provincial government has expanded presumptive cancer coverage for firefighters to include five additional types of cancer. Under the Workers Compensation Act, presumptive cancer coverage means that it is presumed that a primary cancer for a fire inspector or firefighter is...
Bulletin boards and pamphlet displays help PEI public libraries act as community spaces. The first objective for use of these resources is to advertise library programs and services. When space permits, the second objective is to provide the public with information concerning the...
The Prince Edward Island Poverty Elimination Council (the ‘Council’) was created by the Poverty Elimination Strategy Act. What is the function of the Council? The purpose of the Poverty Elimination Strategy Act is to guide government in the creation and implementation of a long...