Responsible
Government Spending
The Government of Prince Edward Island knows how
important it is to spend taxpayers’ money wisely.
As a result of good governance and fiscal prudence,
this year represents the second consecutive balanced
budget....
Budget 2018
INVESTING IN
Students & Youth
INVESTING IN ISLANDERS
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Increased investments in graduate mentorship
program and other student mentorship and
employment opportunities to help Islanders
LAUNCH THEIR CAREERS...
Increased supports to help Islanders find jobs
and launch their careers through mentorship,
education, training and connections
Budget 2018
INVESTING IN
Jobs & Businesses
INVESTING IN ISLANDERS
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SMALL BUSINESS
TAX...
Budget 2018
INVESTING IN
Islanders & Families
INVESTING IN ISLANDERS
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TAX RELIEF
FOR ALL ISLANDERS
The Basic Personal Amount will increase by
$1,000 over two years, keeping more money
in the pockets of Islanders....
Budget 2018
Investing in Education
INVESTING IN ISLANDERS
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NEW FRONTLINE
POSITIONS
to support students in the
classroom
School-age autism grants
will be expanded to help Island families access
after-school tutoring...
Budget 2018
Investing in Health
100 New Long-Term Care beds
over the next two years will address wait times for
Islanders and their families in partnership with
our community care providers.
INVESTING IN ISLANDERS
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Budget 2018
Investing in Communities
INVESTING IN ISLANDERS
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RURAL GROWTH
New Rural Growth Initiative will provide
$2.6 million to communities & organizations.
This funding will help revitalize community structures and...
Budget 2018
Investments in Student
Financial Assistance
INVESTING IN ISLANDERS
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This document provides an overview of the enhancements to post-secondary student supports included in the
Province of Prince Edward Island’...