Government Operations Update
Following the recent public health measures, there are several operational updates across government departments and locations.
Government services are still available to the Islanders during the Circuit Breaker phase of the public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Islanders are asked to follow all public health measures such as wearing a non-medical mask and staying six feet apart when accessing services. Whenever possible, Islanders are also encouraged to use services remotely, opting for email or telephone service.
Museums and Libraries
- Provincial museums are closed to the public until December 21.
- Public libraries are closed to the public; however, curbside pickup is still available. Please contact your local public library by phone or email to order library materials.
- The Public Archives is closed to the public.
Highway Safety
- All in-person interviews and appointments are suspended until further notice. Appointments and interview that can be done over the phone will be booked.
- All driver exams done by Driver Improvement Officers will be suspended until further notice (medically at-risk drivers). All other driver tests will continue with proper safety measures in place.
Access PEI
- Islanders are encouraged to use phone and email inquiries when possible.
- Access PEI has expanded contactless service through Contact PEI. To take advantage of this service, email contactpei@gov.pe.ca or call 1-833-734-1873.
Department of Fisheries and Communities - Municipal Affairs Office
- The Municipal Affairs office will be closed to the public for the remainder of the circuit breaker period. To access services or for further information, please contact at (902) 620-3558, or by email at municipalaffairs@gov.pe.ca.
Social Development and Housing
- Social Assistance, AccessAbility Supports, Seniors Independence and Child Care Subsidy Programs have moved to telephone and virtual service delivery, where possible, until December 21. Please call your Supports Coordinator or the toll-free Screening Line at 1-877-569-0546 if you need assistance.
- Common areas in PEI owned seniors housing units are closed and visitor restrictions of no more than two visitors per household are in place until December 21. If there are questions or concerns regarding these restrictions, residents can contact their local housing office.
- Summerside: 120 Heather Moyse Drive – (902) 888-8436
- Charlottetown: 161 St. Peters Road – (902) 368-5770
- Montague: 41 Wood Islands Road – (902) 838-0796
- Souris: 15 Green Street – (902) 687-7098
Agriculture Insurance Corporation
- The office located at 7 Gerald McCarville Drive in Kensington will be closed to the public until December 21. A drop-off box for paperwork is located outside the front door. To access services or for more information, please call (902) 836-0435.
Agriculture and Forestry Services
- Forestry and Wildlife services (183 Upton Road) will be held by appointment only
- Apply for Domestic Burning Permit online
- Apply for Hedgerow Planting online
- View the Fire Weather Index online
Justice and Public Safety
Community and Correctional Services will remain open for business during the Circuit Breaker period of December 7 - 21, 2020, with the following modifications:
- Custody Programs: Visitors to adult custody sites will be suspended. Clinical face-to-face visits at custody sites will continue on emergency basis only.
- Clinical Services: Clinicians will work remotely, where possible, but come in to office or custody sites, as required. Client appointments will be by phone/Zoom, and clinical group programs are on hold until the New Year.
- Community Programs: Face-to-face client interviews will be reduced and by appointment only
- Victim Services: Victim Services Workers will be available to assist clients by phone or email. Face-to-face client interviews will be available where necessary, by appointment only.
Media Contact:
Jill Edwards
Senior Communications Officer
Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy
jedwards@gov.pe.ca