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“One thing I love about the Community Health Engagement Committee (CHEC) is they’re not stuck on all the things that are wrong with the health care system or all the challenges,” said Ryan Fahey,... -
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...
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Rent Support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence in Prince Edward Island
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News Release
Friday, September 13, 2024
The federal and provincial governments announced an enhancement to the Canada Housing Benefit (CHB) that will provide financial support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence. The two governments are investing nearly $6 million each to help survivors cover housing expenses such as rent, mortgage payments, and property taxes.
This was announced...
Child, Youth and Family Services Act proclaimed
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News Release
Monday, September 9, 2024
The Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) that was passed in the fall 2023 sitting of the Legislative Assembly has been proclaimed and is now in effect.
The CYFSA replaces the Child Protection Act and makes key enhancements to the fundamental rights of children in Prince Edward Island and to the responsibilities of the Department of...
Increased funding to help Island seniors stay independent in their homes
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News Release
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Island seniors eligible for the Seniors Independence Initiative (SII) can now access up to $1,800 annually for practical services that make it easier for them to remain in their own homes and communities.
The SII program provides financial assistance for services such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, medical alert system...
Statement by Premier King on the first day of the 2024/2025 School Year
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News Release
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the first day of the 2024/2025 School Year:
“As the new school year begins, I extend a warm welcome back to all students, teachers, and staff members across the Island.
To our students, your enthusiasm and curiosity bring life to our Island classrooms. I wish...
Expansion of PEI Insulin Pump Program
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Friday, August 30, 2024
The PEI Government is expanding insulin pump coverage so that all medically eligible residents who are living with type 1 diabetes, regardless of age, can get help with the costs for this treatment as of September 1.
The PEI Insulin Pump Program provides financial assistance to eligible residents to help offset the cost of their insulin pump and...
Feedback wanted on licensing recruiters of foreign workers
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News Release
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Government invites the public to provide their input on new draft regulations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act.
The Act includes a requirement for foreign national recruiters to be licenced. The proposed regulations contain added details about the licensing requirements for recruiters. Once the consultations on the proposed...
Nominations open for the 2024 Joe Smallwood Memorial Recognition Award
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News Release
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Premier Dennis King announced today that nominations are open for the 2024 Joe Smallwood Recognition Award.
The award is in memory of longtime horseman Joe Smallwood and was established to recognize individuals who have made a positive impact on the harness racing industry on Prince Edward Island at the grassroots level. The award was created in...
YES Coaches help youth in care navigate their journey to adulthood
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News Release
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Jenn Girard has filled her shared office with graduation decor. There is a “Class of 2024” banner, graduation cap cutouts, and other congratulatory trimmings.
She’s celebrating two youth who graduated from Holland College in June. She knows them from the group home where she used to work, and now is their coach in the Youth Extended Services (...
Day 5: Summer student journals learning experience in the field
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Featured Story
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
This is part of five of a six-part series in which Lauren MacDonald documents her internship experience as an environment summer student with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI).
Notes from the field day 5: banding Canadian geese
I spent the day travelling across Queens County assisting with banding 350 Canadian geese...
More supports available in Island schools
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News Release
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Island students and schools will benefit from additional teachers and support staff in the upcoming school year.
Beginning this fall, over 120 new hires will be joining the Island school systems, including 66 new instructional positions and 51 new educational assistant positions. Eighteen of the 66 new teaching positions will be for behaviour...