Public Health Measures Guidance
The PEI Chief Public Health Office and its partners have developed these information and guidance documents to help Prince Edward Island navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.
To limit the introduction and spread of COVID-19, the Chief Public Health Office has issued Public Health Orders that residents must follow.
As of June 1, 2020
Campground operators on Prince Edward Island are required to implement the measures noted below to protect the health and safety of employees and campers. All plans are subject to change as the situation continues to evolve.
For...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
This guideline...
The Workers Compensation Board urges the Captain and crew to follow directives of the PEI Chief Public Health Office during the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, all people on board must place an increased focus on the COVID-19 Safe Work Protocols to...
A community garden utilizes either individual or shared plots on private or public land where community members can access to grow fresh fruits and vegetables. Planting, growing and cultivating fruits and vegetables is part of the food supply chain for...
This guideline applies to any activity that may be broadly considered under the construction and landscaping banner, including but not limited to: outdoor construction, indoor construction, landscaping and garden maintenance, pool maintenance and...
Learn about what happens and what to do if someone develops symptoms at school
People with Symptoms
If a person (student/staff/volunteer) develops COVID-19 symptoms while at the school, they will be isolated in a pre-determined isolation space. If a...
Beginning Sunday, 28 February 2021 at 8 am, the following circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of...
June 1, 2020
While day camps are primarily held for children, this guideline also applies to similar day programs for youth and adults with disabilities. All day camp operators must develop an operational plan. It may be submitted to the Environmental...
The Chief Public Health Office recommends against door-to-door visitation for canvassing, sales, and funding drives. Consider other options such as online or phone canvassing and sales wherever possible.
If it is necessary to conduct door-to-door...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
This guideline...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
Fixed roof...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
Premises must be...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
Public Health...
This guideline applies to any informal sale of household goods by private individuals held outdoors near a private dwelling, apartment building, or condominium complex, and/or through an online marketplace.
When setting up a garage or yard sale:
Host a...
Golf course operators on Prince Edward Island are required to implement the measures noted below to protect the health and safety of employees and players on Island courses.
Additional workplace guidelines and public health measures required to be...
All Islanders should keep a log of social interactions as public health measures are gradually relaxed.
A log will assist you to monitor the number of interactions you are having. Also, if a case of COVID-19 is detected, a log will help public health...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
Consider...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
Read the Post...
Updated COVID-19 Post Circuit Breaker measures are in effect from January 23 to February 16, 2021 in Prince Edward Island. These measures impact businesses and gatherings. Measures on the Post Circuit Breaker page override all other existing sector...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
As of October 1...
Measures everyone can all take to prevent transmission of COVID-19:
Stay informed, be prepared and follow public health advice
Limit personal non-essential travel - see status of the Atlantic Provinces Travel Bubble
Wash your hands often with soap and...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
This guideline...
Personal services facilities must also follow the requirements outlined in Guidelines for Personal Services Facilities.
In-home personal services establishments should only open if there is a separate entrance from the outside to prevent clients from...
Guidance issued by the Chief Public Health Office on the Infection Prevention and Control of COVID-19 in Outpatient Office Environments.
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
As of January 23...
This document provides guidance specific to the COVID-19 pandemic in long-term care facilities.
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
In response to...
This guideline applies to all retail businesses, including but not limited to clothing retailers, big-box retailers, food, alcohol, and cannabis retailers, shopping malls, book stores, convenience stores, bargain retailers, and electronics retailers....
This guideline applies to any indoor or outdoor facility with a publicly-accessible swimming pool or swimming pools, including hotels, campgrounds, municipal pools, and fitness facilities.
If you are contemplating having more than one gathering at a...
Temporary foreign workers play an important role in various industries of the Island economy. These essential workers are required to self-isolate for 14 days and must adhere to strict public health measures.
For Employers
Protecting PEI Seafood...
This guidance is intended to provide information to assist in minimizing the transmission of COVID-19 among Islanders experiencing homelessness as well as prevent and manage individual cases in shelters and facilities that support homeless individuals....
50% capacity, with seating staggered to maintain 6 feet as much as possible between individuals/households OR
With physical distancing between households and other individuals of their selection, where
The maximum number of passengers per seating area...
Travellers arriving in PEI that are required to self-isolate for 14 days are to go directly to their self-isolation location. There are some circumstances where a PEI resident must provide transportation for someone meeting self-isolation requirements...
U-Pick operations are permitted to open safely.
Core measures for all businesses, services and organizations
Develop and follow an operational plan detailing methods to mitigate transmission of disease.
Take every reasonable step to ensure physical...
An unlicensed child care centre will be required to close if either a child or the child care provider tests positive for coronavirus (COVID-19), or any other imminent health hazard, at the discretion of a public health official.
Unlicensed child care...
The PEI Chief Public Health Office requires that individuals wear masks in all indoor public spaces in Prince Edward Island.
Wearing a facial covering/non-medical mask in the community is not a substitute for physical distancing and hand washing....
This guideline applies to workplaces that are primarily office settings, including enclosed offices, cubicle environments, open office environments, and any combination thereof. This guideline includes shared kitchen space and meeting space.
Core...
Beginning February 28 circuit breaker measures are in place until 14 March 2021. These time-limited interventions are being put into place in order to get control of the situation at hand and break the chain of transmission of COVID-19.
Core measures...