This section provides information on real property transfer situations where Real Property Transfer Tax will be waived. Are there any Real Property Transfer Tax Exemptions? Real Property Transfer Tax exemptions include: Real Property Transfer Tax Low-Cost Exemption Real Property...
Recently approved amendments to provincial regulations will improve highway safety. “This week government approved a number of regulatory changes to harmonize our regulations with other provinces and make compliance simpler for users of our highway system,” said Minister of...
Prince Edward Island’s Agriculture and Land Minister Bloyce Thompson today issued the following statement regarding the investigation by Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission: “I have received the report from the investigation that was initiated by the Island Regulatory &...
The Government of PEI is dedicated to providing supports for students who want to get a post-secondary education. As such, students can earn a Community Service Bursary through volunteering in their community. The bursary is awarded to students who lend a helping hand to non...
The Health PEI senior management group has been redesigned to better support patients and front-line staff, while improving access to health care services. “We are moving to a co-management model where the larger divisions are co-led by both an administrative executive and a...
Chemical disinfection or chlorination of a water supply is suggested when a well has been found to be contaminated by bacteria. New wells and repaired wells, and any associated plumbing, should be disinfected before being put into service. The routine annual disinfection of a...
In most positions, the standard work week is 48 hours after which the employee is eligible for time and one-half their regular rate of pay. Certain industries have exemptions to the standard work week. Please refer to the Standard Work Week Exemption Order. An employee can choose...
You can register or renew registration for a commercial vehicle at any Access PEI location. All commercial vehicles require the following information: Front axle rating Number of axles Number of tires and size of the tires Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Weight based on...
This is the online application for an electrical services permit in PEI. A separate permit is necessary for each work site requiring electrical service. You must be an electrical contractor licensed to work in PEI in order to get an electrical permit. What information do I need to apply online? Each permit application may require the following information: Valid Prince Edward Island Electrical Contractor License Number Job information – property identification number (PID), building permit number, service order number and inspection date Service and fees – service type, phase, amperes volts...
Changes to Bereavement Leave Effective November 2021 Effective November 17, 2021, employees who experience a prenatal pregnancy loss or stillbirth are entitled to bereavement leave in the same manner as those who have lost an immediate family member, which includes one day paid...