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The Province of Prince Edward Island continues to celebrate the talent and creativity of Island artists through its annual acquisitions for both the PEI Art Bank and Indigenous Art Bank. These... -
Today, Honourable Barb Ramsay, Minister of Social Development and Seniors, issued the following statement recognizing Child and Youth Worker week on Prince Edward Island: “Child and Youth Care... -
Residents, commuters and all road users are invited to help shape the future of road safety in PEI by taking part in a public survey open until July 4, 2025. The Province is developing a new 10-year... -
May 5 is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG), to recognize and honour the lost lives of Indigenous women and girls. It is also known as Red Dress... -
Every spring, farmers across PEI head back into the fields to plant a new crop that will provide top quality food and drive our local economy – but what is not discussed is the toll farming can take...
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New art added to PEI’s Art Banks
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News Release
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
The Province of Prince Edward Island continues to celebrate the talent and creativity of Island artists through its annual acquisitions for both the PEI Art Bank and Indigenous Art Bank.
These growing collections reflect the depth and diversity of visual arts across the Island and are regularly displayed in public buildings and government...
Statement from Honourable Barb Ramsay on Child and Youth Worker Week
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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Today, Honourable Barb Ramsay, Minister of Social Development and Seniors, issued the following statement recognizing Child and Youth Worker week on Prince Edward Island:
“Child and Youth Care workers play a vital role when it comes to the overall health of our community, and our young people. Whether in schools, community organizations, care...
Survey seeks public input on 10-year road safety strategy
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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Residents, commuters and all road users are invited to help shape the future of road safety in PEI by taking part in a public survey open until July 4, 2025.
The Province is developing a new 10-year highway safety strategy, called Pathways to Highway Safety, to reduce traffic collisions, improve infrastructure, and make roads safer for everyone...
Province announces a review of Island education authorities
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Tuesday, May 6, 2025
The Province has appointed the Honourable David H. Jenkins, former Chief Justice of Prince Edward Island and Chief Justice of the Prince Edward Island Court of Appeal, to lead a third-party review of the policies, procedures, and processes of both the Public Schools Branch, la Commission scolaire de langue française, and the Department of ...
National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
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Monday, May 5, 2025
May 5 is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG), to recognize and honour the lost lives of Indigenous women and girls. It is also known as Red Dress Day.
“We must recognize the violence committed against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people and the impact of the thousands who are...
Introducing Mental Health in Agriculture Day
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Friday, May 2, 2025
Every spring, farmers across PEI head back into the fields to plant a new crop that will provide top quality food and drive our local economy – but what is not discussed is the toll farming can take.
To coincide with our local planting season, as well as Mental Health Week in Canada, the Government of PEI is officially proclaiming May 5th as...
Mobile X-Ray brings comfort and convenience to long-term care residents
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Friday, May 2, 2025
When a resident at a local long-term care facility recently became the first to receive a mobile chest X-ray on-site, she couldn’t have been more thrilled.
“She was tickled pink,” said Samantha Gaudet, Director of Nursing at Whisperwood Villa in Charlottetown. “She kept telling everyone, ‘I’m the first one ever!’”
The mobile X-ray program...
Historic summer day camps for kids at Orwell Corner
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Thursday, May 1, 2025
The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation is inviting young Islanders to step back in time and experience Prince Edward Island’s past through summer day camps at Orwell Corner Historic Village.
Running weekdays from July 7 to August 29, the day camp program offers hands-on activities designed for children aged 6 to 10 and brings the early 1900s to...
National Pharmacare Program begins May 1 in PEI
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Thursday, May 1, 2025
In partnership with the Government of Canada, the Province has launched the National Pharmacare Program, providing Island residents with coverage for most contraceptives and diabetes medications, as well as expanded access to blood glucose test strips.
The federal and provincial governments recently signed the pharmacare agreement, through which...
Statement by Minister Thompson on the retirement of Chief Sinclair Walker
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Thursday, May 1, 2025
Hon. Bloyce Thompson, Deputy Premier and Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, issued the following statement regarding the retirement of Summerside Police Chief Sinclair Walker:
“Summerside Police Services has played an integral part in our community public safety response, and the overall well-being of our residents. For...