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

1,658 Press Releases
  • Published on December 8, 2023 - 21:21 GMT

    Community Health and Social Service Professionals certified in The Brain Story

    CANADA, December 8 - Community health and social service organizations on PEI are now certified in The Brain Story, an in-depth course about the science of brain development.  A core component of the Brain Story Certification is the link between Adverse …

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  • Published on December 8, 2023 - 21:20 GMT

    New housing in Alberton supports people with mental health, addictions

    CANADA, December 8 - People struggling with mental health and addictions will soon move into a new affordable and safe apartment building in Alberton.  The project is a partnership between the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) PEI and the …

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  • Published on December 8, 2023 - 21:20 GMT

    Join fellow Islanders and give rural transit a shot

    CANADA, December 8 - An experiment that started in April 2022 has become a way of life for Candy Handrahan.  The Surface Water Technician supervisor with the Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action said she wanted to do her part to reduce …

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  • Published on December 8, 2023 - 00:38 GMT

    A magical Victorian Christmas at Beaconsfield Historic House

    CANADA, December 6 - ‘Tis the season at Beaconsfield Historic House, as the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation is hosting its Victorian Christmas event. The event is running from now until Sunday, December 10 and promises lots of holiday fun for the whole …

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  • Published on December 8, 2023 - 00:38 GMT

    Residents invited to learn more about Cleantech Park

    CANADA, December 7 - Georgetown’s Cleantech Park is under construction and Islanders are invited to an open house to learn more about the project.  The open house will take place at the Kings Playhouse in Georgetown on December 12, from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m …

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  • Published on December 7, 2023 - 03:39 GMT

    New director of Public Schools Branch

    CANADA, December 6 - The Public Schools Branch Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Beaulieu as the new director of the Public Schools Branch. Mrs. Beaulieu served as the acting director since August 2023 and is the successful …

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  • Published on December 7, 2023 - 03:39 GMT

    The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women 

    CANADA, December 5 - Today is National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, a day that Parliament has designated to honour and remember those who have experienced gender-based violence and the lives lost in the Montreal Massacre.  On …

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  • Published on December 7, 2023 - 03:39 GMT

    Province presents 2023-2024 fiscal update

    CANADA, December 6 - Today, government released the fiscal and economic update that outlines the financial state of the province and the economic outlook for 2024. The economic and fiscal update is an annual reflection provided after second quarter …

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  • Published on December 5, 2023 - 20:52 GMT

    Government receives recommendations on coastal development

    CANADA, December 5 - New recommendations on coastal policy will provide a framework for long-term coastal resilience in Prince Edward Island. The Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation at UPEI provided its Interim Coastal Policy Recommendations …

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  • Published on December 5, 2023 - 20:52 GMT

    PEI’s education system scores well in the latest PISA assessment

    CANADA, December 5 - The recently released Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results show the global standing of education systems in preparing 15-year-olds for higher education and the workforce, evaluating their achievements in math …

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  • Published on December 4, 2023 - 15:53 GMT

    Family Support Worker making a difference for Island families

    CANADA, December 4 - It’s a Tuesday evening at Eliot River Elementary School and people are filing into a classroom. But it’s a group of parents, not students, taking seats at the desks.  They aren’t there for parent-teacher interviews, or a concert, or …

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  • Published on December 1, 2023 - 22:11 GMT

    Government rolls back property tax

    CANADA, December 1 - On Wednesday during the legislative assembly, Government passed an amendment to the Real Property Tax Act that will roll back provincial residential property taxes to prevent a sharp rise in taxes in 2024. The amendment introduces an …

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  • Published on December 1, 2023 - 22:11 GMT

    Develop West Prince looking to shift mindset of housing solutions

    CANADA, December 1 - Access to housing isn’t something that is exclusive to urban areas of Prince Edward Island. Develop West Prince Inc. executive director Jordan MacDonald said that while lack of housing may be more visible in larger areas of the …

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  • Published on December 1, 2023 - 22:11 GMT

    Statement by Honourable Barb Ramsay on International Day of Persons with Disabilities 

    CANADA, December 1 - Hon. Barb Ramsay, Minister of Social Development and Seniors, issued the following statement to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is observed annually on December 3:  “This day is such an important …

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  • Published on November 30, 2023 - 21:06 GMT

    Mount Stewart Public Library temporary closure

    CANADA, November 30 - The Mount Stewart Public Library will be closed for the month of December for building maintenance.   Library patrons can still return their items to the book drop at this location, but they will need to visit another public library …

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  • Published on November 29, 2023 - 03:04 GMT

    Low-interest Loans and new grants announced to add or expand child care centres

    CANADA, November 28 - The provincial government is launching three new programs to provide financial assistance to operators and developers interested in building or renovating facilities for new or expanded Early Years Centres (EYCs).   The Department of …

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  • Published on November 24, 2023 - 21:36 GMT

    Two new exhibits to be held at Eptek Art Culture Centre

    CANADA, November 24 - Eptek Art & Culture Centre is hosting two exhibitions, Aquaculture: Farming the Waters and Summerside Art Club's AquaVision from November. 28 to Feb. 16, 2024.  A public launch event will be held on December 5 from 6:00 to 7: …

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  • Published on November 24, 2023 - 21:36 GMT

    Statement by Premier Dennis King on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

    CANADA, November 24 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women: “November 25 is the launch of the Purple Ribbon Campaign and the International Day …

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  • Published on November 24, 2023 - 21:36 GMT

    Inquest called for Hoddinott death

    CANADA, November 24 - Chief Coroner Dr. Brandon Webber has announced that the inquest into the death of Kenneth Hoddinott is scheduled for November 27 and 28. Mr. Hoddinott died while in custody at the Provincial Correctional Centre in Sleepy Hollow on …

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  • Published on November 24, 2023 - 16:36 GMT

    Pre-budget consultations open to Islanders

    CANADA, November 24 - Island residents are invited to have their say on the 2024-2025 operating budget by taking part in annual pre-budget consultations. Residents can submit their thoughts and ideas by emailing budgetsubmissions@gov.pe.ca, participating …

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