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Published on September 17, 2024 - 16:43 GMT

Islanders invited to join community sessions to provide feedback on AccessAbility Supports and Residential Services Programs

CANADA, September 17 - 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 …

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Published on September 16, 2024 - 21:45 GMT

Free shingles vaccine program expanded to include Islanders 50 and over

CANADA, September 16 - 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 …

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Published on September 13, 2024 - 19:27 GMT

Rent Support for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence in Prince Edward Island

CANADA, September 13 - 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 …

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Published on September 9, 2024 - 17:08 GMT

Child, Youth and Family Services Act proclaimed

CANADA, September 9 - The Child, Youth and Family Services Act (CYFSA) that was passed in the fall 2023 sitting of the Legislative Assembly has been proclaimed and is now in effect. The CYFSA replaces the Child Protection Act and makes key enhancements …

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Published on September 5, 2024 - 22:29 GMT

Increased funding to help Island seniors stay independent in their homes

CANADA, September 5 - Island seniors eligible for the Seniors Independence Initiative (SII) can now access up to $1,800 annually for practical services that make it easier for them to remain in their own homes and communities. The SII program provides …

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Published on September 4, 2024 - 22:10 GMT

Statement by Premier King on the first day of the 2024/2025 School Year

CANADA, September 4 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the first day of the 2024/2025 School Year: “As the new school year begins, I extend a warm welcome back to all students, teachers, and staff members …

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Published on August 31, 2024 - 00:59 GMT

YES Coaches help youth in care navigate their journey to adulthood

CANADA, August 29 - Jenn Girard has filled her shared office with graduation decor. There is a “Class of 2024” banner, graduation cap cutouts, and other congratulatory trimmings. She’s celebrating two youth who graduated from Holland College in June. She …

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Published on August 30, 2024 - 17:23 GMT

Expansion of PEI Insulin Pump Program

CANADA, August 30 - The PEI Government is expanding insulin pump coverage so that all medically eligible residents who are living with type 1 diabetes, regardless of age, can get help with the costs for this treatment as of September 1. The PEI Insulin …

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Published on August 30, 2024 - 08:08 GMT

Feedback wanted on licensing recruiters of foreign workers

CANADA, August 29 - Government invites the public to provide their input on new draft regulations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act. The Act includes a requirement for foreign national recruiters to be licenced. The proposed regulations …

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Published on August 30, 2024 - 00:32 GMT

Nominations open for the 2024 Joe Smallwood Memorial Recognition Award

CANADA, August 29 - Premier Dennis King announced today that nominations are open for the 2024 Joe Smallwood Recognition Award. The award is in memory of longtime horseman Joe Smallwood and was established to recognize individuals who have made a positive …

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Published on August 29, 2024 - 05:50 GMT

More supports available in Island schools

CANADA, August 28 - Island students and schools will benefit from additional teachers and support staff in the upcoming school year. Beginning this fall, over 120 new hires will be joining the Island school systems, including 66 new instructional positions …

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Published on August 28, 2024 - 22:42 GMT

Day 5: Summer student journals learning experience in the field

CANADA, August 28 - This is part of five of a six-part series in which Lauren MacDonald documents her internship experience as an environment summer student with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI). I spent the day travelling across …

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Published on August 28, 2024 - 04:53 GMT

New funding available for before and after school programs

CANADA, August 27 - Licensed school-age child care centres will be able to access new funding to help them deliver before and after school programming for Island children. To ensure Island families can continue to access affordable child care programming …

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Published on August 27, 2024 - 20:42 GMT

Intersection improvements coming to Hillsborough Bridge area

CANADA, August 27 - Construction is underway to improve traffic flow and public safety on Route 1 Riverside Drive and Hillsborough Bridge in Charlottetown. Construction will occur until mid-November. The improvements cost $2.6 million and include: …

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Published on August 27, 2024 - 02:28 GMT

Province offers workshop for new hunters

CANADA, August 26 - Island residents are invited to register for the annual provincial hunting workshop to learn more about safety while hunting. Taking place Saturday, September 7 from 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Charlottetown Trap & Skeet Club in Mount …

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Published on August 26, 2024 - 18:08 GMT

Post-Fiona forestry report suggests changes for resilient forests

CANADA, August 26 - Updated analysis reveals further details on how post-tropical storm Fiona affected Island forests. The Post-Fiona Forestry Update shows 9.4% of PEI forest was affected by the storm overall, referring to areas where greater than 70% of …

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Published on August 24, 2024 - 13:06 GMT

First forest sector profile released

CANADA, August 23 - Feedback from the forestry sector will be used to help government with key decisions as it reviews programs, policies, and legislation related to PEI forests. PEI’s first Forest Industry Capacity Report surveyed 61 individuals in the …

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Published on August 24, 2024 - 05:32 GMT

Statement by Premier King on the appointment of Dr Wassim Salamoun as Lieutenant Governor designate

CANADA, August 23 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the appointment of Dr Wassim Salamoun as Lieutenant Governor designate: “I offer my congratulations to Dr. Wassim Salamoun on being named Prince Edward …

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Published on August 23, 2024 - 22:34 GMT

Atlantic Provincial Housing Ministers invite Federal Partnership to address Atlantic Canada’s housing challenges

CANADA, August 23 - Housing challenges are escalating across Atlantic Canada, and advancing solutions to these challenges was the focus of yesterday’s meeting of the region's housing ministers. The Atlantic Provincial Ministers remain eager to …

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Published on August 23, 2024 - 03:41 GMT

Day 4: Summer student journals learning experience in the field

CANADA, August 22 - This is part four of a six-part series in which Lauren MacDonald documents her internship experience as an environment summer student with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI). Here are MacDonald’s notes, in her own …

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