Caring for your Child
When a relationship ends, parents may be able to come to an agreement on a suitable amount for regular child support payments without going to court. The Child Support Guidelines are the rules parents (and the courts) are required to follow for child...
The Dr. Patrick Gill Asthma Education Centre, named in memory of an Island respirologist and leader in asthma education, has been helping improve the quality of life for islanders living with asthma since 1997. The centre is also a resource to other...
Hearing services are offered to all Islanders. This includes hearing assessments for children and adults, hearing aids for clients up to age 21, auditory processing disorder testing, and healthy hearing education. If you have concerns about your hearing...
Why should I breastfeed my baby?
Breastfeeding is the best method of feeding for infants. It provides nutrition, boosts immunity and benefits growth and development. Breastfeeding also allows you to enjoy a special bond with your baby, helps your body...
Call 911 or Child Protection Services if you know or suspect that a child needs protection from abuse.
It is your legal responsibility to report concerns to a peace officer or the Director of Child Protection as soon as possible.
Call 1 (877) 341-...
A Children’s Lawyer acts as a legal representative or litigation guardian for individual Island children in parenting time and decision-making responsibility cases.
The goal of the Office is to protect and advocate for the best interests of children...
Dental Public Health provides preventative and treatment services to children 3-17 years of age. Dental treatment services are limited to children who are not covered by private dental insurance. Some dental care is also offered to long-term care...
Born to Read and Little Ones Read are early childhood literacy programs that promote the joy of reading to babies and toddlers.
How do parents get the free books?
Parents of newborns on Prince Edward Island are given a free Born to Read bag during your...
To ensure children get the best possible start to their education, the Eye See … Eye Learn™ program provides one free eye exam and, if required, one free pair of glasses during their kindergarten year.
Please note: The PEI Association of Optometrists...
The Family Law Centre provides child-focused programs and services for families going through separation and divorce. These family justice programs and services promote and emphasize the best interests of children.
Parenting Arrangements (Parenting...
If your child has been diagnosed with a proven growth hormone deficiency, or with Turner syndrome, he or she may be eligible for coverage of approved growth hormone supplements through the Growth Hormone Drug Program.
Is my child eligible?
Your child...
The Insulin Pump Program assists with the costs associated with approved insulin pumps and supplies for children, youth and young adults up to age 25 who are living with type 1 diabetes.
Am I eligible?
You may be eligible for the program if you:
are...
The Microphone Project provides a resource to help teachers, parents and community group leaders start a conversation with students on topics including consent, healthy relationships, communication and support.
This resource supports Grade 9 Health...
Are prenatal and postnatal supports not considered an essential service?
Supports for new moms and babies is an essential service. However, some services may be provided in a slightly different way during COVID-19. We recognize in-person care is...
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate supports the rights of children and youth in Prince Edward Island, making sure they have a voice in decisions that affect them. Staff of the office review provincial programs and laws that affect children and...
The Period of PURPLE Crying® is a prevention program to help educate parents and caregivers about normal infant crying and the dangers of shaking an infant.
Each family who has a new baby will receive a Period of PURPLE Crying® DVD and booklet that will...
During the current COVID-19 situation, Public Health Nursing has moved to providing essential services. The Prince Edward Island Immunization Program continues to be offered during this time. This program provides safe and effective vaccines that protect...
Speech Language Pathology Services are offered to pre-school children who need help developing speech and language abilities. Services include consultation, screening, assessment, treatment, workshops, community visits, and caregiver training. Speech...
What is the Supervised Parenting Time and Exchange Program (SPTEP)
The Supervised Parenting Time and Exchange Program is a service provided by the Family Court Counsellors’ Office.
Supervised parenting time provides parenting time between a child...