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Statement by Honourable Gilles Arsenault on Acadian Remembrance Day
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Friday, December 13, 2024
Honourable Gilles Arsenault, minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs, issued the following statement on Acadian Remembrance Day:
“Today, as we observe Acadian Remembrance Day, we pause to reflect on the resilience, strength, and contributions of the Acadian people throughout history.
This day serves as a reminder of the...
New funding to support agricultural workforce on Prince Edward Island
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Thursday, December 12, 2024
A new program will help the agriculture industry on Prince Edward Island continue to build capacity and improve training for those working in it.
Through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the PEI Department of Agriculture are investing over $300,000 in the Agriculture Labour...
Island property owners reminded of property tax payment options
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Wednesday, December 11, 2024
To support Island property owners during the on-going postal strike, the Government of Prince Edward Island has several options available for those who may have outstanding property tax balances.
Those who need to check their property tax balance can do so online at Property Tax Balance Inquiry. To complete the inquiry, they will need information...
Statement by Premier King on Human Rights Day
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Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Human Rights Day:
"Human Rights Day, observed annually on December 10, reminds us of the values of equality, dignity, and respect that should be afforded to all people. This year’s theme, Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now, highlights the role of human rights in...
New École Évangéline designs unveiled
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Monday, December 9, 2024
Evangéline, Prince Edward Island – The building designs for the new education centre in Évangéline were unveiled today.
This new centre will replace the school damaged by Hurricane Fiona and will be built on the same site. It will accommodate 225 school-aged students, 56 preschool children in the early years center, and 15 students enrolled in...
Semiannual school-age allowance for families in Social Programs available for pick up during Canada Post strike
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Monday, December 9, 2024
Islanders who are clients of Social Programs and receive the semiannual school-age allowance payment by mail can take steps to avoid service interruptions due to the Canada Post strike.
This allowance is paid in August and December to eligible families with school-age children who are clients of Social Assistance or Assured Income.
Clients can...
Health PEI and local Ophthalmologists partner to address Cataract Surgery wait times
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Friday, December 6, 2024
Island residents now have increased access to cataract surgeries, thanks to a partnership between local ophthalmologists, the Department of Health and Wellness and Health PEI that will see thousands of patients treated in the new, state-of-the-art Cataract Outpatient Clinic in Charlottetown.
Located at 193 Minna Jane Drive in Charlottetown, this...
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
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Friday, December 6, 2024
Today is National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, a day designated by Parliament to honour and remember those who have experienced gender-based violence and the lives lost in the Montreal Massacre.
On December 6, 1989, 14 young women at L’Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal were murdered in a violent act of misogyny.
Today,...
Province, MADD Canada and RCMP join forces against impaired driving
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Friday, December 6, 2024
Far too often, Islanders feel the effects and impacts from impaired driving. On December 7, the Province is joining Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD Canada) and RCMP to say no to impaired driving.
As part of MADD Canada’s Project Red Ribbon campaign, representatives from the departments of Transportation and Infrastructure and Justice and...
Victorian Christmas a step back in time
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Friday, December 6, 2024
The holiday spirit is in full bloom at Beaconsfield Historic House in Charlottetown this month, as visitors are invited to step back in time with the Victorian Christmas celebration.
Now in its third year, the Victorian Christmas is sure to give attendees an engaging trip to the past through a fun and interactive experience.
Caitlyn Paxson,...