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Personal Service Program

Date de publication: le 26 Janvier 2026
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The primary goal of the Personal Service Program offered by PEI Environmental Health is to prevent infections associated with personal service establishments through consultation, education, and enforcement of regulations. 

Inspections of all personal service establishments are performed on a regular basis for compliance with the PEI Public Health Act and related Personal Service Regulations.   

What is a personal service?

A personal service is a business in which a person provides a personal service to or on the body of another person. Examples include, but not limited to, body piercing, hair services, manicure, massage, pedicure, tattooing, teeth whitening (excluding dental), waxing, etc. 

Do I need to register my personal service business?

Yes, as of February 1, 2026, all personal service businesses in PEI must register with Environmental Health.  As part of the registration process, routine inspections are completed by Environmental Health Officers to ensure infection prevention and control measures are being followed. 

For more information on registering: Personal Service Registration.

How do the regulations apply to personal service businesses operating in a private home?

The Personal Service Regulations apply to all personal service businesses in PEI regardless of where they are located, including those in a private home. 

How do I register my personal service business?

You can register a personal service business by completing the online registration form.  

Alternatively, you can print a registration form and mail it with a cheque to Environmental Health. 

What information do I need to submit with my personal service registration?

With your registration, you will need to provide:

  • the business name, telephone number, civic address, email address, and website address, if any;
  • the name, telephone number, mailing address and email address of the owner; and
  • a list of the personal services provided at the personal service facility.

How much does the registration cost?

The registration costs $100 and is valid for 3 years. 

Who inspects personal services businesses?

Environmental Health Officers who hold a Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada) from the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors.  

Is there a fee for personal service inspections or consultations?

No.

How often are personal service establishments inspected?

The frequency of inspections depends on:

  • types of services offered;
  • infection prevention and control practices;
  • sanitation and condition of equipment and establishment;
  • owner and employee infection prevention and control knowledge;
  • past compliance with the PEI Public Health Act and Personal Service Regulations; or
  • the number of services offered.

What will inspectors look for during inspections?

Personal Service Establishment Inspections – General Checklist

How do I report a complaint about a personal service establishment?

Contact Environmental Health: (902) 368-4970 or [email protected]

Resources

Personal Service Guidelines

Customer Record for Services Using Critical Equipment

High-Level Disinfection Log

How to Clean and Disinfect Instruments in Personal Service Establishments

Infection Prevention Plan Template

Nail Salon Consultation Guide

Nail Salon Consultation Guide (Vietnamese)

Record of Injury or Accidental Exposure to Blood or Body Fluid

Selecting the Right Disinfectant for your Personal Service Business

Selecting the Right Disinfectant for your Personal Service Business - Vietnamese

Sterilization Record

 

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16 rue Fitzroy
Charlottetown (Î.-P.-É.) C1A 7N8

Téléphone: 902-368-4970
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