The PEI Emergency Measures Organization works closely with government departments, communities and partner agencies to coordinate preparedness, response and recovery for severe events throughout Prince Edward Island. Here, you will find helpful contacts and information to help you stay safe and informed.
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- Follow Public Schools Branch and La Commission scolaire de langue française de l'Î.-P.-É. for updates on school delays or closures.
- Check out the Health PEI Storm Centre for updates on any delays or cancellations
- Through https://511.gov.pe.ca you can create an account, save customized route information and choose alerts for construction, road closures, traffic incidents and road conditions that may impact travel. You can also choose to receive notifications by email or text.
- Report provincial road issues by text message (with photos) to:
- Kings County 902-200-2122
- Queens County 902-200-6649
- Prince County 902-200-1014
Be Safe
Get your information from reliable sources
- Environment Canada
- Maritime Electric
- Summerside Electric
- CBC News
- Saltwire News
- Eastern Graphic
- West Prince Graphic
- Listen to radio stations for updates:
PEI Emergency Measures Organization
Programs and Supports
- Mental Health
- Reception Centres - It is important to contact your municipality to find out if centre is open and to confirm hours of operation.
- Any person in need of temporary shelter due to damage to their home can contact the Red Cross at: 1-800-863-6582.
- The Shelter Support Line continues to support people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity and in need of temporary emergency shelter. Call 1-833-220-4722, anytime 24/7 or dial 2-1-1 to be connected to the Shelter Support Line.
Reception Centre Map
During an emergency, a reception or warming centre may open, to provide a place for people to gather or receive services. This interactive map displays where centres are located across the province. View map.
Fuel Station Resiliency Sites With Generators
Through the Province of PEI’s Fuel Station Resiliency Program, some gas stations, service stations, and general stores across the Island are now equipped with a generator to continue service during a large-scale power outage. Access the Fuel Stations map.
Important Contact Information
- General Government Inquiries
- Phone: 902-368-4000
- Toll-free 1-800-236-5196
- Email: island@gov.pe.ca
- Ambulance, Fire and Police 911
- Health Information and Advice 811
- Social and Community Supports 211
- Addiction Services 1-888-299-8399
- Mental Health and Addictions 1-833-553-6983
- Child Protection Services
- during business hours 1-877-341-3101
- after business hours 1-800-341-6868
- Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868
- PEI Family Violence Prevention Crisis and Support Line/Anderson House 1-800-240-9894
Resources
- Drinking water safety after a power outage
- Emergency Insurance Claims
- Fire Prevention Measures
- Food Safety During a Power Outage
- Generator Fire Prevention and Safety Tips
- Helping children and teens cope
- Provincial Emergency and Support Numbers
- Reception Centres (online map)
- Reception Centres [PDF]
- Reporting Road Problems During an Emergency