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Funding designed to help build new walking paths and improve active transportation networks is continuing for another year. There is $5 million available through the province’s Active Transportation... -
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance: “November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance and is a solemn occasion... -
Island artists were recognized for their excellence at the 2024 PEI Arts Awards ceremony. The awards honour outstanding achievements in the arts and culture community. The following recipients were... -
Today, the Government of Prince Edward Island unveiled its largest capital budget in decades, focused on key investments that will shape the province’s future. With the theme “Building for Our Future... -
Applications are open for the 2024-2025 round of the Anti-Racism Grants with a total of $275,000 available – up from $100,000 in the last round of funding. This funding will be used to develop and...
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Active transportation fund extended for another year
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News Release
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Funding designed to help build new walking paths and improve active transportation networks is continuing for another year.
There is $5 million available through the province’s Active Transportation Fund for new projects across the province.
“I have received lots of great feedback on how valuable this funding is for our Island communities....
PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation receives National Trust Governors’ Award
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News Release
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation has been recognized by the National Trust for Canada’s Board of Governors for its role in sharing the untold stories and significant contributions of the Black community in PEI over the past four centuries.
The foundation received this year’s National Trust Governors’ Award for its exhibition called Black...
Physiotherapists with additional training can order X-rays
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News Release
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Physiotherapists in Prince Edward Island with specialized training can now order X-rays for patients in certain situations when clinically indicated, to make more efficient use of health care resources.
“Our collaborative work is key in growing the healthcare work force and expanding scopes of practice in Prince Edward Island. Physiotherapists...
Statement by Premier King on Transgender Day of Remembrance
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Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance:
“November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance and is a solemn occasion dedicated to honouring and remembering the lives of transgendered individuals who have lost their lives because of violence, discrimination and hate. ...
Delivery of vital government mail during Canada Post strike
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News Release
Friday, November 15, 2024
The Government of Prince Edward Island wants to assure Islanders that alternative pickup and delivery methods will be available during the Canada Post strike for cheques and other important information from government.
Provincial government departments have identified services affected by the Canada Post work disruption. To minimize impacts on...
Minister’s annual report on the French Language Services Act tabled
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News Release
Friday, November 15, 2024
Today, the Government of Prince Edward Island tabled the 2023-2024 Minister’s report on the French Language Services Act.
The Acadian and Francophone Affairs Secretariat prepares the report on behalf of the Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs to show the provincial government's progress in responding to the French language...
A small number of inactive health records blown away by strong winds
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News Release
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Health PEI is advising the public of an incident this morning in which a small amount of paper records was carried off by strong winds. The records involved were no longer active and may have contained limited information about individuals who are now deceased. Staff took immediate steps to respond to the incident and were able to retrieve most of...
Future of Farming Conference welcomes young producers from across the Island
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News Release
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Young and aspiring farmers are coming together on November 15 to share knowledge and resources during the Future of Farming Conference.
The Future of Farming Conference is hosted by the Prince Edward Island Department of Agriculture and is dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation of farmers and future leaders in Prince Edward...
Health PEI welcomes new associate physicians and physician assistant
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News Release
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Health PEI recently welcomed a new physician assistant (PA) and will soon have four additional associate physicians (AP) joining the team to enhance access to care for Islanders in primary care and hospital settings.
Here are the placements across various specialties and locations in PEI:
Two Associate Physicians in Family Medicine -...
New infrastructure supports safety for Island’s shellfish aquaculture industry
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News Release
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
The design and construction of a new landing site at Keir’s Shore will address safety concerns and enhance the economic vitality of Prince Edward Island’s shellfish aquaculture industry.
The navigational channel leading into Malpeque Harbour and Darnley Basin frequently fills in with shifting sand, creating a dangerous narrow and shallow...