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Top news stories of the Government of Prince Edward Island Press Releases

1,657 Press Releases
  • Published on May 28, 2025 - 04:05 GMT

    How Best Start is helping Island families thrive

    CANADA, May 27 - When Elizabeth Hincapie first heard about the Best Start program, she hesitated. “I thought it was ‘the system’ coming to check up on me to make sure I was doing everything right, and would report me if I wasn’t,” she says.  “But it’s not …

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  • Published on May 27, 2025 - 22:43 GMT

    R. Elmer MacDonald Agricultural Scholarship available to PEI students

    CANADA, May 27 - PEI students pursuing an education in agriculture at Dalhousie University Agricultural Campus are reminded of the financial assistance that is now available. Beginning in the Fall of 2025, the provincially funded R. Elmer MacDonald …

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  • Published on May 27, 2025 - 15:55 GMT

    Feedback wanted on second phase of Temporary Foreign Workers Protection Act

    CANADA, May 27 - Government invites public input on the second phase of the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act, including the proposed employer registry and administrative penalty regulations. The Act is coming into effect in phases. The first phase, …

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  • Published on May 24, 2025 - 07:54 GMT

    From the ground up: How soil testing supports Island producers

    CANADA, May 23 - Spring has sprung, and the countdown is on for Kyra Stiles and her team to get out into the fields for the 2025 growing season.  Stiles is a Nutrient Management Specialist with the PEI Department of Agriculture and works on the Soil …

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  • Published on May 24, 2025 - 02:46 GMT

    Community Paramedic Response Units result in fewer ED visits for PEI residents

    CANADA, May 23 - Community Paramedic Response Units (CPRUs) have responded to more than 1,000 low urgency medical calls since they were introduced last May. This has resulted in fewer unnecessary transports to the emergency department (ED) and more than …

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  • Published on May 23, 2025 - 20:17 GMT

    Health PEI lifts mandatory masking policy 

    CANADA, May 23 - Health PEI PO Box 2000 Charlottetown, PE   C1A 7N8 Phone: 902-368-6130 Fax: 902-368-6136 healthpei@gov.pe.ca Your Health Privacy Health PEI Board of Directors If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest …

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  • Published on May 23, 2025 - 13:21 GMT

    Island roots, medical dreams

    CANADA, May 22 - Excitement is written all over Alyson MacCormack’s face as she talks about being accepted into the first class at UPEI’s new Medical School this fall. “I opened the email, saw ‘Congratulations’ —and just burst into tears,” she laughs. “My …

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  • Published on May 23, 2025 - 03:54 GMT

    Stratford transportation information session

    CANADA, May 22 - Residents are invited to a public information session about upcoming road construction projects in Stratford. Date: Thursday, May 29 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Stratford Town Hall Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the two …

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  • Published on May 22, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

    Province publishes results from police survey

    CANADA, May 22 - In collaboration with public safety stakeholders, the province is publishing the results from a public survey created in 2024 which was aimed to help guide priorities for policing and public safety moving forward. The Public Survey on …

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  • Published on May 21, 2025 - 17:14 GMT

    Northshore and Cavendish transit schedule released 

    CANADA, May 21 - The popular Northshore and Cavendish summer transit service begins June 16 to September 1, and bookings are now open. The service offers five daily trips to and from Charlottetown, and two daily trips to and from Summerside.  At just $2 …

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  • Published on May 20, 2025 - 14:59 GMT

    New traffic lights being installed in Hunter River

    CANADA, May 20 - New traffic lights at the Route 2 and Route 13 intersection will be activated next month to help improve traffic flow and safety. Drivers are advised to prepare for the upcoming change. The lights will be in operation from spring to fall, …

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  • Published on May 16, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

    Patient Navigators help you find your way through the health care system 

    CANADA, May 16 - Navigating your health care journey can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Health PEI Patient Navigators are here to help, providing guidance for the resources you need. Patient Navigators can connect you with the right …

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  • Published on May 14, 2025 - 21:27 GMT

    New online resources help drivers plan for road construction season

    CANADA, May 14 - The government is launching Stay in the Loop, Plan Your Route to help residents and visitors plan their travel more easily during peak road construction season, as traffic volumes increase and more projects get underway. With Stay in the …

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  • Published on May 14, 2025 - 11:12 GMT

    Statement by Premier Lantz on MP Heath MacDonald’s Cabinet Appointment 

    CANADA, May 13 - Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on MP Heath MacDonald’s Cabinet Appointment: “I want to congratulate MP Heath MacDonald on his appointment as Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. Islanders …

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  • Published on May 14, 2025 - 04:27 GMT

    Health PEI reminds visitors to continue wearing a mask within its facilities

    CANADA, May 13 -  As respiratory illness season continues into May, Health PEI reminds the public its mandatory masking policy is still in effect. Members of the public, visitors, and partners in care must wear a mask while in a Health PEI care facility …

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  • Published on May 13, 2025 - 05:17 GMT

    Statement by Premier Lantz on National Nurses Week

    CANADA, May 12 - Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on National Nurses Week: “Today marks the beginning of National Nurses Week—a time to recognize and thank the nurses who play an essential role in the health …

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  • Published on May 12, 2025 - 22:22 GMT

    PEI Property Tax notices are in the mail

    CANADA, May 12 - The 2025 Prince Edward Island property tax notices have been mailed and should reach property owners within the next few days. The first payment is due May 31. Property owners are asked to do three things when they receive their notice: …

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  • Published on May 10, 2025 - 04:20 GMT

    Family Violence Prevention Week 2025

    CANADA, May 9 - Family Violence Prevention Week is May 12-18, and this year’s theme is Preventing Family Violence in Older Adults.  Throughout the week, communities and organizations across the Island will host events to foster conversations about family …

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  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 11:41 GMT

    Survey seeks public input on 10-year road safety strategy 

    CANADA, May 7 - 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 …

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  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 04:52 GMT

    Statement from Honourable Barb Ramsay on Child and Youth Worker Week

    CANADA, May 7 - 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 …

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