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The PEI Transition to Registered Nursing in Canada (TRNC) program celebrates the graduation of 34 internationally educated nurses who are now equipped to help address the nursing shortage in PEI. ... -
A provincial government investment of more than $3.3 million is helping 35 rural community organizations strengthen emergency response to keep residents safer. The Rural Growth Initiative provides... -
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... -
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... -
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...
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Semiannual school-age allowance for families in Social Programs available for pick up during Canada Post strike
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News Release
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,...
PEI recognized as a leader for energy efficiency
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Thursday, December 5, 2024
Prince Edward Island sets a national standard for energy efficiency programs, according to a new report.
The Canadian Energy Efficiency Scorecard shows PEI leads the country in supporting energy efficiency upgrades for lower income households and has tied with Quebec for second place for energy efficiency programs overall, jumping from fourth...
Announcing the 2024 King’s Counsel appointments
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Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Susan E. Carruthers, Janet M. R. Clark, and Christopher S. Montigny are this year’s recipients of the highest honour in the field of law.
“It is my pleasure to announce Susan, Janet, and Chris as the recipients of this year’s King’s Counsel designation. I want to congratulate all three individuals on receiving this honour that really is a...
PEI rural transit riders to see bus upgrades
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Monday, December 2, 2024
In the coming weeks, larger motorcoach buses with more passenger capacity are being added to many rural transit routes.
The new buses that will be servicing many Transit PEI routes are more comfortable, featuring bathrooms and better seats. Starting in January, the Charlottetown to Three Rivers route will have a second daily run added to both...
Federal, provincial and territorial ministers most responsible for early learning and child care meet to drive progress on a draft...
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Friday, November 29, 2024
Federal, provincial and territorial ministers* most responsible for early learning and child care gathered today in Charlottetown to advance shared priorities. The meeting was co-chaired by the Honourable Jenna Sudds, Canada’s Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, and the Honourable Rob Lantz, Prince Edward Island’s Minister of...
New program for earning high school equivalency
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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Islanders have access to a new Canadian high school equivalency credential to earn a PEI High School Equivalency Certificate.
The Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) was created collaboratively with provincial and territorial governments to replace the General Education Development program (GED), which ended in May 2024. The CAEC offers...