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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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Nominations for 2024 Senior Islander of the Year Awards now open
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News Release
Friday, July 26, 2024
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Senior Islander of the Year Awards.
These awards recognize seniors for their contributions in different areas including volunteering and community involvement, fundraising, fitness and recreation, education and research.
“It is so important to celebrate the achievements and impact of seniors in communities...
Minister offers best wishes to Island Olympic and Paralympic athletes and officials
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Thursday, July 25, 2024
Hon. Cory Deagle, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture issued the following statement:
“Competing in the Olympic and Paralympic Games is a feat that only the most elite athletes achieve.
I’d like to extend huge congratulations and wish the very best of luck to Hannah Taylor, Alysha Corrigan and Amy Kneebone Burk for representing...
Statement by Premier King on the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics
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Thursday, July 25, 2024
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics:
"As we count down to the start of the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, we are filled with pride for all of Canada’s athletes who will be competing on the world stage. A special mention goes to our Island's own...
32 new physicians hired in first half of 2024: Mid-year update on physician hiring
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News Release
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
PEI gains momentum in the first half of 2024 with 32 new physician hires, bringing valuable expertise and enhancing medical care for Islanders.
Between January 1 and June 30, 2024, PEI signed agreements with 32 new physicians; 15 of those physicians have already started practicing; 13 others will start practicing in the second half of 2024; three...
Island entrepreneurs benefit from Ignition Fund
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Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Thanks to Innovation PEI’s Ignition Fund, five Island companies will be able to launch their products and services faster.
Jenn of Arch and four other businesses will each receive a $25,000 grant after their successful pitches through the latest Ignition Fund competition.
"I entered the competition so I could bring my innovative at-home...
Free naloxone kits now available in Island pharmacies
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Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Free naloxone kits are now available at participating community pharmacies across Prince Edward Island through a partnership between the Provincial Government, PEI Pharmacists Association and the PEI College of Pharmacists.
Naloxone is a fast-acting medication used to temporarily reverse an opioid-related overdose until medical help arrives. ...
Growing ATV trail connections in PEI
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News Release
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
A new ATV pilot road is coming to Millvale, in Queens county. Pilot roads allow ATVs to use portions of some provincial highways in rural areas.
The Mill Road pilot is the first step towards expanding the ATV trail network in the area. The PEI ATV Federation and the Quad Trax ATV Club have provincial approval to use 1.5 kms of the Mill Road...
Virtual Hallway improves access to specialists, decreases waiting lists
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Tuesday, July 23, 2024
“I did my training and started my career in Ontario, where I had consistent access to consult with specialists,” said Amber Johnston, a nurse practitioner in Charlottetown. “And while I had access here on PEI for referrals, what I was missing was a less formal way of just getting a bit of guidance on a particular patient. And then I learned about...
Families can borrow Yoto Audio Players at PEI public libraries
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News Release
Monday, July 22, 2024
For parents trying to encourage their children to keep up with their reading over the school break, or families wondering how their kids will stay entertained in the car during summer road trips, the PEI Public Library Service has just the thing!
Yoto Audio Players have been added to their loanable collection so the public can borrow them for...
Tentative Agreement reached between PEI physicians, Department of Health and Wellness and Health PEI
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News Release
Friday, July 19, 2024
Health and Wellness Minister, Mark McLane; Health PEI CEO, Melanie Fraser; and Medical Society of Prince Edward Island President, Dr. Krista Cassell issued the following joint statement regarding the Tentative Agreement reached this week:
“We are delighted to announce that the Government of Prince Edward Island, Health PEI, and MSPEI have come...