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Evaluation of Police Review planned for 2021
2020-12-17
The Department of Justice and Public Safety has issued a request for proposal (RFP) to conduct a mid-point evaluation of the 2017 police review.
The police review resulted in 17 recommendations to strengthen crime prevention efforts, such as enhanced coordination of public safety services as well...
Islanders invited to give their input during pre-budget consultations
2020-12-17
Online submissions for pre-budget consultations open today for Islanders to share their input and ideas for the upcoming provincial 2021-22 operating budget.
This year, all pre-budget consultations will take place virtually to meet current public health measures. Islanders can submit their input...
Circuit breaker restrictions eased; one new positive case of COVID-19
2020-12-17
Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has announced new, eased restrictions for Prince Edward Island.
Islanders are encouraged to keep gatherings small and households should associate with a limited number of individuals this holiday season.
“Christmas will be different this year...
Electronic proof of automobile insurance available in Prince Edward Island
2020-12-16
Island drivers can now access and present proof of their vehicle insurance digitally.
Electronic proof of automobile insurance means insurance providers can send drivers a digital version of the certificate of automobile insurance, commonly known as the pink card. The digital pink card will be an...
Islanders’ opinions wanted on animal welfare
2020-12-15
An online survey launched today is asking Islanders to have their say about animal welfare and animal protection laws on Prince Edward Island.
The Animal Welfare in PEI survey asks Islanders to share their views with the provincial government. Surveys take between 10 and 15 minutes to complete....
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine arrives in PEI; Circuit Breaker update
2020-12-15
Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has announced that Prince Edward Island has received approximately 1,950 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine today.
“This is a very exciting week for PEI as we receive the first shipment of COVID-19 vaccine and prepare to administer the initial...
Deacon House services still being offered
2020-12-14
Clients of Deacon House have temporarily been relocated due to a furnace malfunction.
Deacon House is operated by Health PEI and offers overnight shelter for up to six adult males over the age of 19 who abuse substances or have a chemical dependency. On Dec. 10, the building’s furnace failed and,...
Five new positive COVID-19 cases in PEI
2020-12-12
Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, has confirmed five new positive cases of COVID-19 in the province related to travel.
One case is a man in his 30s who arrived in the province on December 8 following international travel. He remains in self-isolation and is...
Access PEI Operations Update
2020-12-10
Access PEI has been offering additional hours to aid with wait times and backlogs. Saturday, December 12 will be the final Saturday open for Access PEI Charlottetown.
Additional days of operation, like Saturdays, will be evaluated with possible changes in 2021 to further meet the service needs of...
Two Islanders receive Queen’s Counsel appointment
2020-12-10
Gary Demeulenaere and Sophie MacDonald are the most recent recipients of the highest honour in the field of law.
“Only those who have demonstrated excellence in their field and who have made important contributions to Island communities and the justice system are considered for the Queen’s...