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Statement from Honourable Steven Myers
Today, Honourable Steven Myers, Minister of Housing, Land and Communities issued the following statement with respect to the City of Charlottetown’s denial of the application that would allow the emergency shelter and outreach services on Park Street to continue to operate: “The...
Cannabis Policy and Legislation
On October 17, 2018, the Government of Canada legalized recreational cannabis use for adults. The Government of Canada continues to regulate access to cannabis for medical purposes. The main laws and regulations that govern recreational and medically-authorized cannabis use are...
Frequently Asked Questions about Buying and Selling Municipal Land
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...
Net Zero Advisory Committee begins work
Local experts have begun their work on advising government on matters about climate change. The ten members of the Net Zero Advisory Committee had their first meeting recently and spoke about how the local impacts of climate change are an increasingly prominent feature in each of...
Minister’s Report on Climate Change Risks and Progress Towards Targets 2022-2023
As stipulated in the Net-zero Carbon Act, the Minister shall prepare a report on climate change risks and progress made toward targets, beginning with a report for 2021 and continuing with a report for each subsequent year. This is the report for the 2022-2023 fisca
Islanders offer condolences to Nova Scotians
The Island Book of Condolence is now available to anyone wishing to offer their sympathies to Nova Scotians following last weekend’s tragic event. “Our hearts are heavy with sorrow as we mourn with our sister province the far-reaching impacts of this senseless act of violence. It...
Liquor delivery service will be available permanently to benefit Island businesses
Changes to regulations under the Liquor Control Act will allow alcohol delivery service to continue permanently in Prince Edward Island to help support Island businesses. Agency liquor stores, micro-breweries, wineries, distilleries, ferment-on-premise establishments, and...