The Government of Prince Edward Island is providing financial relief and mental health supports to fishers, growers, and processors impacted by the emergence of MSX and Dermo in Island waters. Oyster Growers Income Stabilization Program The Oyster Growers Income Stabilization...
How can community members get involved? Residents of Savage Harbour are invited to attend three community engagement sessions, one each in October, November and December 2025. Each meeting builds upon the previous and attendance at all three is encouraged where possible, but not necessary. Community Meeting #1: Completed. Community Meeting #2: Completed. Community Meeting #3: Completed Community Meeting #4: January 19, 2026, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Mount Stewart Community Centre (Storm Date January 20, 2026) Agenda: In-person ballot vote on final name recommendation by community residents (proof...
Why is Savage Harbour being renamed? Is it mandatory or optional? Savage Harbour is being renamed because the Geographical Names Board of Canada called upon all provinces, including PEI, to change the names of communities that include terms considered outdated and demeaning...
With the addition of 12 kilometres of new pilot dirt roads in O’Leary, the Island’s ATV pilot road project has reached a total of 99 kilometres across the province. The expansion, led by the O’Leary Recreational Club, strengthens trail connections between O’Leary and Tignish...
The purpose of the Grant-In-Lieu Taxes program is to provide limited financial support for approved non-profit organizations, community groups, or municipalities that are providing specified services in the community by forgiving (crediting) non-commercial provincial property taxes. Who is eligible? Non-profit organizations may be eligible for a Grant-in-Lieu of Property Taxes on the non-commercial portion of provincial real property taxes on properties they own or lease from the Province of PEI. What specific services are eligible? Property used for the following purposes may qualify if owned...
Dr. Wassim Salamoun is a respected community leader and medical professional who has dedicated his life to the well-being of the people of Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.). Born in Lebanon, he proudly became an Atlantic Canadian as he finished his medical and surgical training in...