Youth Health
Here are numbers you can call in private if you cannot meet you basic needs or feel unsafe, if you need to withdraw from alcohol or drugs (detox), or if you get involved with the court system.
Autism services are offered to preschool and school-age children and youth in Prince Edward Island. Early Years Autism Specialists provide services to young children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders before entering school. An integrated approach...
Awareness to Action will shape work over 2022 to 2027 to improve the health and wellbeing of women and Islanders who are gender diverse.The Strategy identifies principles, priority areas, initiatives, indicators and a governance model. It is intended to...
The legal age to purchase tobacco and vaping products/electronic smoking devices is 21 in Prince Edward Island. Retailers will be requesting to see ID as proof of age for any customer who appears to be under the age of 30.
Tobacco Enforcement...
Compendium of Research and Engagement Findings – Foundational work the the Health Strategy for Women and Islanders Who Are Gender Diverse provides a summary of findings from the information gathering exercises and engagement activities during the...
If you are living with diabetes or at risk of developing diabetes, the Provincial Diabetes Program can provide you with education, support and management advice.
What can the Provincial Diabetes Program do for me?
The Diabetes Program can offer you...
The best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 and the flu is to get vaccinated each year. It is safe to get the flu shot and the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time.
Where to get your flu and COVID-19 shot
Starting October 15, 2024, Health...
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...
The Child and Youth Advocate is an independent statutory officer of the PEI Legislative Assembly appointed under the PEI Child and Youth Advocate Act. The Child and Youth Advocate is responsible to provide oversight of government funded reviewable...
Pediatricians are doctors who care for infants, children and adolescents.
Pediatricians in PEI act as consultants, along with your family doctor or nurse practitioner and other members of your child’s health care team.
For information about common...
Notice: Canada Post resumed operations on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. However, there may still be delays in receiving mail as they work to stabilize operations. As a result, there may be a delay in receiving Provincial Dental Care Program (PDCP)...
Sexual Health, Options & Reproductive Services (SHORS) provides reproductive and sexual health care to Islanders of all genders, orientations and ages at various sites across PEI. To access safe, confidential, and supportive services, call 1-844-365-...
Preschool Services
Speech-language pathology services are offered in English and French to preschool children who need help developing speech and language abilities.
Services include consultation, screening, assessment, treatment, workshops, community...
If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, help is available.
Adult and Child Protection
If anyone suspects a child or a vulnerable adult is at risk of neglect or abuse, report your concern.
Child Protection
1-877-341-3101 (8:...
Cannabis - legal or otherwise - is a hot topic. Parents who provide their kids with balanced information about the effects associated with cannabis can help them make informed decisions.1
Public safety and health protection, especially for children and...
There are many groups, organizations and individuals working across Prince Edward Island to help people just like you with your wellness goals. Here you will find helpful information about wellness programs, motivational stories about Islanders and other...
Youth Justice Services provides supervision of Court ordered dispositions such as Probation Orders, Deferred Custody and Conditional Supervision Orders, Custody and Community Supervision Orders, as well prepares for and provides to the Youth Court, Pre-...