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If you ask a fifth or sixth grader in PEI if they’ve met the Pen Lady, chances are they’ll know exactly who you’re talking about. Shelby McCarron, the provincial Youth Gaming and Gambling... -
As of April 1, Health PEI will launch the Program for Elementary Eye Care (PEEC), a new program that will fund annual eye exams and up to three prescription pairs of glasses per student during... -
Islanders choosing to call Belgium home can now skip the usual steps and exchange their PEI driver's license for a Belgian one with ease. Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Ernie Hudson and... -
The second session of the Sixty-seventh General Assembly of Prince Edward Island opened today with the reading of the Speech from the Throne by His Honour, Dr. Wassim Salamoun, Lieutenant Governor of... -
Residents interested in the future use of the Charlottetown Curling Club property at 241 Euston Street can now provide input through a public survey. The 0.65-acre property is owned by the...
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PEI’s first net zero ready school officially opens
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News Release
Monday, April 7, 2025
Island students, their families and the Sherwood school community came together today to celebrate the opening of PEI’s first net zero ready school.
The new Sherwood Elementary School, built next to the former school, offers over 82,000 square feet of space with many innovative features to promote enhanced learning experiences for up to 650...
Social programs screening line issues resolved
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News Release
Monday, April 7, 2025
The technical issues with the social programs toll-free 1-877-569-0546 screening line have been resolved.
Media contact:
Jill Edwards
Department of Social Development and Seniors
jedwards@gov.pe.ca
Social programs screening line experiencing technical issues
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News Release
Friday, April 4, 2025
The social programs toll-free 1-877-569-0546 screening line is currently experiencing technical issues. The Department of Social Development and Seniors is working with the service provider to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
During this time, individuals who need access to information on social programs and eligibility can call the main...
The Pen Lady: Sparking meaningful talks on gambling in Island classrooms
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Friday, April 4, 2025
If you ask a fifth or sixth grader in PEI if they’ve met the Pen Lady, chances are they’ll know exactly who you’re talking about.
Shelby McCarron, the provincial Youth Gaming and Gambling Specialist, has built a reputation in Island classrooms—not just for her engaging presentations on gaming and gambling awareness, but for the colourful pens...
Feedback wanted on proposed changes to Lands Protection Act
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Thursday, April 3, 2025
The Province is inviting Island residents to share their opinion on proposed changes to the Lands Protection Act.
The Act regulates property rights, including limits on land ownership for individuals and corporations. The proposed amendments will strengthen landownership rules for non-residents by requiring them to obtain Executive Council...
Statement by Premier Lantz after the First Ministers Meeting
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Thursday, April 3, 2025
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement after the First Ministers Meeting held on Thursday, April 3, 2025:
“The global economy as we know it has fundamentally changed over the last number of months.
The relationship between the business community on PEI and across our great country has shifted with our...
Northshore transit service back every summer for good
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News Release
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The popular Northshore and Cavendish transit service is now a permanent addition in rural transit’s summer schedule, providing essential transportation for employers, employees, residents and visitors during the busy season.
Starting in June, trips will run seven days a week from Summerside and Charlottetown, stopping in Kensington, Stanley...
Pilot program to help patients recover after knee and hip surgery
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News Release
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The provincial government is funding a one-year pilot program with Reactive Health Inc. to provide rehabilitative physiotherapy for uninsured or underinsured patients who have had total hip or knee replacements.
Through the Health Innovation Fund, $80,000 was allocated to improve patient outcomes and reduce long-term healthcare costs. This pilot...
PEI leading the way in childhood immunizations
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Monday, March 31, 2025
When Beth MacDonald, a public health nurse in Souris, sees a child walk through the doors of the office, she already knows their name.
She’s likely met their parents—perhaps at a home visit when they were newborns, or at their 18-month checkup.
That familiarity, that trust, is at the heart of what makes Prince Edward Island a leader in childhood...
Statement by Premier Lantz on International Transgender Day of Visibility
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Monday, March 31, 2025
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on International Transgender Day of Visibility:
“Today – March 31, 2025 – is International Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to celebrate the lives and contributions of transgender, non-binary, two-spirit and gender-diverse individuals and raise awareness of the...