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Photo contest celebrates PEI agriculture
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Friday, May 31, 2024
With rolling hills, roadside market stands, busy harbours and animals big and small, Prince Edward Island’s primary industries are a great inspiration for beauty.
The Department of Agriculture is inviting Islanders to showcase and enjoy that beauty by participating in its annual “Celebrate PEI Agriculture” photo contest.
“Our agriculture...
Statement by Premier King on Brain Injury Awareness Month
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Friday, May 31, 2024
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Brain Injury Awareness Month:
“June is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Brain injuries can change lives in an instant, profoundly impacting not just the individual affected but their loved ones and our communities as a whole.
These injuries often come with...
Statement by Premier King on Intergenerational Day Canada
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Friday, May 31, 2024
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Intergenerational Day Canada:
“June 1, 2024 – is Intergenerational Day Canada, a day to focus on the profound positive influence of intergenerational connections in our communities and to foster the power of connections across the ages. In a world that can...
Not just a house: creating a home and opportunities for youth in care
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Thursday, May 30, 2024
There is a badminton net in the front yard and a garden in the back. A list of chores hangs on the fridge. Sunlight streams in through the windows and the floor creaks in some places as you walk on it. There are award ribbons pinned to the wall in one of the bedrooms, drawings taped up in others.
“It very much has a home feel to it, which is...
Property tax deferral available to more seniors
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Thursday, May 30, 2024
More Island seniors are now eligible for the Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program due to an increase in the income threshold.
The program lowers the cost of living for qualifying seniors by deferring the payment of property taxes on their principal residence. The provincial government has increased the income threshold on the program from $35,...
Statement by Minister Thompson on International Day of Potato
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Thursday, May 30, 2024
Hon. Bloyce Thompson, Deputy Premier and Minister of Agriculture, issued the following statement on the inaugural International Day of Potato:
“Prince Edward Island (PEI) is proud to be home to some of the best food producers in the world, which, of course, includes our world-class potatoes. Everyone in the potato industry, from our growers and...
New funding for community-led initiatives to welcome and retain health care professionals
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Wednesday, May 29, 2024
A new grant is available to help Island communities and organizations with initiatives to create a welcoming environment to attract and retain health care professionals.
The Community Grant for the Retention of Health Care Professionals provides up to $2,500 for eligible projects that make communities more welcoming, diverse and inviting for new...
New PEI license plates recognize contributions of paramedics
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Monday, May 27, 2024
New license plates will recognize the invaluable and courageous contributions of paramedics in Prince Edward Island.
The new paramedic license plate, available in English and French, features a red maple leaf and the Star of Life, a symbol commonly used to identify emergency medical services and the Canadian Paramedic Association of PEI.
“A...
A new recreation centre is coming to Abegweit First Nation
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Friday, May 24, 2024
A new recreation centre will be built in Scotchfort after a combined investment of $17 million through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program from the federal government and the Government of Prince Edward Island.
This was announced by Minister Lawrence MacAulay, MLA Sidney MacEwen, and Chief Roderick W. Gould Jr.
The new...
Island paramedics recognized during Paramedic Services Week
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Friday, May 24, 2024
Paramedics in Prince Edward Island were honoured today with medals at an awards ceremony at Government House as part of Paramedic Services Week celebrations.
The Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medals are given annually to recognize emergency medical services professionals who have performed their duties in an outstanding manner...