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1,465 Press Releases
  • Published on November 12, 2024 - 16:56 GMT

    Kindergarten registration opens for the 2025-26 school year

    CANADA, November 12 - Island parents and guardians can now register their child at their local school for kindergarten. Any child turning five years old by December 31 the same year they are to begin kindergarten is eligible to be enrolled at their local …

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  • Published on November 8, 2024 - 19:05 GMT

    Island artists celebrated at annual PEI Arts Awards

    CANADA, November 8 - Island artists were recognized for their excellence at the 2024 PEI Arts Awards ceremony.  The awards honour outstanding achievements in the arts and culture community. The following recipients were distinguished at the annual gala: …

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  • Published on November 7, 2024 - 22:53 GMT

    Province Announces Bold New Capital Budget: “Building for Our Future”

    CANADA, November 7 - Today, the Government of Prince Edward Island unveiled its largest capital budget in decades, focused on key investments that will shape the province’s future. With the theme “Building for Our Future,” this year’s capital budget …

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  • Published on November 6, 2024 - 19:23 GMT

    Climate change adaptation strategy developed for seafood industry

    CANADA, November 6 - A new strategy will assist the Prince Edward Island seafood industry in adapting to climate risks. The provincial government worked together with industry leaders and ICF consulting group to develop the PEI Seafood Sector Climate …

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  • Published on November 4, 2024 - 21:26 GMT

    Increase to Anti-Racism Grant funding

    CANADA, November 4 - Applications are open for the 2024-2025 round of the Anti-Racism Grants with a total of $275,000 available – up from $100,000 in the last round of funding. This funding will be used to develop and deliver anti-racism activities that …

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  • Published on November 1, 2024 - 17:52 GMT

    Government waives vehicle registration and driver’s license renewal fees for retired volunteer firefighters  

    CANADA, November 1 - The Government of Prince Edward Island is honouring retired volunteer firefighters for their dedication and sacrifices they’ve made in protecting Islanders.   Starting November 1, retired volunteer firefighters with at least 15 years …

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  • Published on October 31, 2024 - 21:12 GMT

    Summerside Shelter opens this evening

    CANADA, October 31 - The 10-bed Summerside Emergency Shelter located at 25 Frank Mellish Drive will open this evening at 5 p.m. All services are gender inclusive for individuals 18+ experiencing homelessness with options for couples, those with physical …

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  • Published on October 30, 2024 - 18:23 GMT

    Confederation Trail recommendations available online

    CANADA, October 30 - Recommendations from a user group review about the future use of the Confederation Trail are now available.  The recommendations stem from input collected through an Island-wide public engagement process in the fall of 2023, alongside …

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  • Published on October 30, 2024 - 00:40 GMT

    Living Life with Arthritis

    CANADA, October 29 - “I was walking with two canes prior to being diagnosed with Ankylosing spondylitis,” said Samuel (Sam) Buchanan.  Ankylosing Spondylitis is a form of arthritis that causes inflammation of the spine and large joints, resulting in …

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  • Published on October 29, 2024 - 19:28 GMT

    PEI Agriculture Energy Systems Pilot Program open for applications

    CANADA, October 29 - Department of Agriculture 5th Floor, Jones Building 11 Kent Street, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 7N8 Phone: 902-368-4880 Fax: 902-368-4857 Follow us on X (formerly Twitter) Agriculture Information Desk 1-866-PEI FARM (734-3276 …

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  • Published on October 29, 2024 - 19:28 GMT

    Statement from Health PEI Board Chair Diane Griffin and Health PEI CEO Melanie Fraser on their Responds to Auditor General’s ...

    CANADA, October 29 - Health PEI acknowledges and accepts the findings of the recent audit conducted by the Office of the Auditor General on executive leadership compensation. We accept all the recommendations, which are being implemented right now, with an …

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  • Published on October 28, 2024 - 22:47 GMT

    Be a Halloween hero: drive safely for our trick-or-treaters

    CANADA, October 28 - As Halloween approaches, excitement fills the air with costumes, pumpkins, decorations, and treats. However, it’s essential to remember that safety must remain our top priority, especially on this festive night. Since 2021, PEI has …

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  • Published on October 28, 2024 - 17:40 GMT

    Double the amount of funding available for Anti-Racism Microgrant

    CANADA, October 28 - Applications are open for the 2024-2025 round of the Anti-Racism Microgrant with a total of $100,000 available – up from $50,000 in the last round of funding. The funding will support community-led anti-racism projects and will be used …

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  • Published on October 25, 2024 - 21:10 GMT

    Meant to be – Careers in Palliative Care

    CANADA, October 25 - After many years working in the fast-paced environment of a surgical unit, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Tonya Crosby never imagined she would find joy working in palliative care.  “I didn’t know much about the Provincial Palliative …

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  • Published on October 24, 2024 - 21:51 GMT

    Input wanted for new Five-year Seniors Action Plan

    CANADA, October 24 - The Provincial Government wants to hear from Island residents to help inform the next Five-year Seniors Action Plan.  The action plan will be developed in partnership with the PEI Seniors’ Secretariat. It will focus on addressing the …

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  • Published on October 24, 2024 - 13:42 GMT

    Statement by Premier King on World Polio Day

    CANADA, October 23 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on World Polio Day:  “World Polio Day is an opportunity to raise awareness in the fight for a polio-free world. Polio is a debilitating and life- …

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  • Published on October 23, 2024 - 18:11 GMT

    Pharmacy Plus PEI program marks two-year anniversary

    CANADA, October 22 - This month marks the two-year anniversary of Pharmacy Plus PEI, with more than 143,000 assessments conducted since the program started.  The Pharmacy Plus PEI program supports 50 participating pharmacies in 16 communities across the …

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  • Published on October 22, 2024 - 14:04 GMT

    Walking with compassion – The role of Hospital Chaplain Reverend Paul Wilkie

    CANADA, October 22 - Ordained in the Anglican Church, Reverend Paul Wilkie spent more than a decade in parish ministry before recognizing his calling to hospital chaplaincy.  Rev. Wilkie has served as the hospital chaplain at Prince County Hospital since …

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  • Published on October 22, 2024 - 08:49 GMT

    Statement by Premier King on Small Business Week

    CANADA, October 21 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Small Business Week: “This week, we celebrate and thank the small businesses that are the backbone of our Island’s economy and communities. These …

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  • Published on October 22, 2024 - 03:51 GMT

    Feedback wanted on modernized Employment Standards Act

    CANADA, October 21 - Government invites the public to provide their input on the proposed replacement of the current Employment Standards Act. A panel did a comprehensive review of the Employment Standards Act over a two-year period and provided …

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