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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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Caregiver helps loved one stay at home
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Tuesday, September 24, 2024
The At Home Caregiver Benefit is a new program that helps those who are at high likelihood of admission to long-term care to stay in the comfort of their home while receiving ongoing care from a primary caregiver.
Shortly before Valarie MacRae and Michael Downs moved to Prince Edward Island, Downs received a life changing diagnosis.
Downs was...
Brain Story training: Building a shared lens for empathy, insight and action
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Friday, September 20, 2024
Several staff members at the Community Outreach Centre in Charlottetown recently received Brain Story Certification, an in-depth course on brain development and how stress and childhood trauma impact development and health.
The Adventure Group Inc. operates the centre and Roxanne Carter-Thompson, executive director of the Adventure Group, says...
Ignition fund applications open
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Friday, September 20, 2024
The second intake for the 2024 Ignition Fund is now open. The program offers up to $25,000 to Island entrepreneurs to launch or expand a business.
This year marks a milestone for the Ignition Fund, with 100 Island companies having received a total of $2,500,000 to bring their innovative ideas to life since the program began.
“This program...
Major funding for École François-Buote and the Carrefour de l’Isle-Saint-Jean
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Friday, September 20, 2024
Investing in community infrastructure is essential to ensuring the development of official-language minority communities and their cultural, social and economic vitality.
Today, Sean Casey, Member of Parliament (Charlottetown), and the Honourable Natalie Jameson, PEI Minister of Education and Early Years, announced a total of $21 million in...
Paid sick leave takes effect October 1
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Thursday, September 19, 2024
Islanders are reminded that workers In Prince Edward Island will have access to paid sick leave as of October 1.
The province made amendments to the Employment Standards Act giving employees the right to the following paid sick leave:
One day of paid sick leave after 12 months of continuous employment
Two days of paid sick leave after 24...
PEI recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Week
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Thursday, September 19, 2024
Sexual Assault Awareness Week is Sept 19 – 25 and Island residents are encouraged to learn about prevention and show their support for survivors.
This year’s theme is Love Letters to Survivors and the PEI Rape and Sexual Assault Centre will be coordinating events all week, including workshops, group discussions, and Take Back the Night, to...
Islanders invited to join community sessions to provide feedback on AccessAbility Supports and Residential Services Programs
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
The provincial government wants to hear from Islanders as it undertakes a review of the AccessAbility Supports (AAS) Program to determine whether it is supporting residents living with disabilities to access the supports they need to reach their full potential.
The Residential Services Program is being reviewed at the same time, as the two...
Minimum wage increase reminder
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Minimum wage in Prince Edward Island will increase from $15.40 to $16 per hour on October 1.
The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage annually and provides their recommendation to government.
For more information, visit: Minimum Wage Order (Board and Lodging).
Media contact:
Brooke Miller
Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning...
Free shingles vaccine program expanded to include Islanders 50 and over
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Monday, September 16, 2024
The Government of Prince Edward Island is lowering the age eligibility for the free shingles vaccine from 60 to 50, effective immediately.
Appointments for the Shingrix Vaccine can be booked by contacting a PEI community pharmacy directly. For the best protection, two lifetime doses are required, given between two and six months apart. The cost...
Rent Support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence in Prince Edward Island
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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...