The new Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2022-2025 PEI positions the Public Service Commission as the employer of choice and a leader in shaping the future of the civil service workforce.
Cheryl Burns and Jean-Claude Barabe both credit SkillsPEI programs offered through Tremploy for helping them transition into the Prince Edward Island workforce. A former Islander living in Ontario, Burns participated in the 12-week Career Bridges program offered in Charlottetown...
The provincial government has renewed a four-year funding agreement with the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI for programs that help the Mi’kmaq and Indigenous community in PEI to gain valuable employment and mentorship experiences. A total of $1.67M in funding through SkillsPEI will...
Recruiting skilled workers will be top priority as a PEI industry-led business delegation attends upcoming job fairs overseas. The Island delegation will travel to the Newcomers Canada‘s recruitment events in Birmingham, England and Dublin, Ireland between April 24-27 where...
Government invites public input on the second phase of the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act, including the proposed employer registry and administrative penalty regulations. The Act is coming into effect in phases. The first phase, effective April 1, 2025, introduced...
Islanders are reminded that workers In Prince Edward Island will have access to paid sick leave as of October 1. The province made amendments to the Employment Standards Act giving employees the right to the following paid sick leave: One day of paid sick leave after 12 months of...
Island residents looking to pursue a career in health care can receive financial assistance to support their training. Through the Licensed Practical Nurse and Paramedic Support Program, the Province will subsidize all tuition costs to licensed practical nursing, primary and...