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

1,711 Press Releases
  • Published on July 27, 2023 - 19:30 GMT

    Supporting affordable housing in Alberton

    CANADA, July 27 - New affordable supportive housing units in Alberton will help Islanders dealing with mental health and addiction issues. The 10-unit modular build in Alberton, a project by the Canadian Mental Health Association of Prince Edward Island ( …

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  • Published on July 27, 2023 - 19:30 GMT

    Recipients of the Anti-Racism Grants

    CANADA, July 27 - Four Island community organizations will receive funding from the provincial government through the Anti-Racism Grant initiative.  The funding will be used to help address racism on Prince Edward Island through projects and workshops …

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  • Published on July 26, 2023 - 19:42 GMT

    Getting the feel for an electric vehicle

    CANADA, July 26 - Dave Stewart is impressed with the electric vehicle he drove as part of the EV driving experience in Montague this summer. As he exits the Kia Soul he remarks that it was in fact, “excellent!” “I was surprised by the amount of torque it …

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  • Published on July 26, 2023 - 19:42 GMT

    New numbers show PEI economy in good shape, driven by population and employment growth

    CANADA, July 26 - The Annual Statistical Review, released today, shows that despite the challenges Prince Edward Island faced in 2022, such as a pandemic and a hurricane, the province continues to grow in many ways. The 49th edition gathers data from …

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  • Published on July 26, 2023 - 14:01 GMT

    Cardigan Consolidated School getting net zero upgrades

    CANADA, July 25 - Cardigan Consolidated School will reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and become the province’s first net zero retrofitted school. A net zero energy (NZE) building means the total amount of energy used by the building on an annual basis …

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  • Published on July 25, 2023 - 22:26 GMT

    Plans unveiled for the new Stratford High School

    CANADA, July 25 - After extensive consultation and planning, the province is pleased to unveil the design for a new Stratford High School. The new school will have an open concept university feel to the design, with a two-story library including a café, …

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  • Published on July 25, 2023 - 22:26 GMT

    Province announces Ignition Fund recipients

    CANADA, July 25 - Five startups from across the Island are launching their new business and products thanks to Innovation PEI’s Ignition Fund. Sport4TV and four other local companies each received a $25,000 grant through the spring competition. Other …

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  • Published on July 25, 2023 - 16:26 GMT

    Abram Village Public Library re-opened following renovations after hurricane Fiona

    CANADA, July 24 - Islanders are welcome back to the Abram Village public library, a staple of the community, where they can enjoy a variety of new and gently used French resources.  The library is located at 1596 Route 124, Abram Village, PE C0B 2E0.    …

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  • Published on July 25, 2023 - 16:26 GMT

    Islanders reminded to be prepared during hurricane season

    CANADA, July 25 - Heavy rain, sustained winds, storm surge, flooding, and power outages are all things that can be expected during a hurricane or tropical storm. The Provincial Emergency Management Organization (EMO) wants to remind everyone that hurricane …

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  • Published on July 21, 2023 - 23:21 GMT

    Plans for a new Stratford High School

    CANADA, July 21 - Work is well underway to break ground this summer for the new Stratford High School.  Parents and community members are invited to an open house to view the plans for the new school, including the proposed floor plans, site plan and 3-D …

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  • Published on July 21, 2023 - 23:21 GMT

    Summer camp helps young learners and teachers build classroom skills

    CANADA, July 21 - At first glance, it looks like any other summer camp. Kids are having fun, making new friends, and enjoying indoor and outdoor play.  But this camp is so much more than meets the eye. It’s the Literacy and Numeracy Outreach Project - an …

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  • Published on July 21, 2023 - 18:13 GMT

    Province launching new Internship Program

    CANADA, July 21 - The Government of PEI is now accepting applications for those interested in joining the public service through internship opportunities.  The Internship Program is designed to support a centralized, cohort approach to onboarding and …

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  • Published on July 21, 2023 - 18:13 GMT

    Updated policy expands list of insured procedures for Gender Affirming Care

    CANADA, July 21 - New changes to PEI’s Gender Affirming Care Procedure Coverage Policy gives gender diverse Islanders access to more gender affirming care. The changes expand the list of covered procedures first set out in 2019 and establishes Prince …

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  • Published on July 20, 2023 - 21:27 GMT

    Government of Canada Invests over $5 Million to Support Home and Community Care, Mental Health and Addictions Services in Prince ...

    CANADA, July 20 - The Government of Canada is committed to working with provinces and territories to modernize Canada’s public health care system and adapt to the changing needs of Canadians. To strengthen Canada’s universal public health care system, …

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  • Published on July 20, 2023 - 16:15 GMT

    Environment minister receives recommendations on sustainability of biomass

    CANADA, July 20 - PEI’s Forestry Commission has released recommendations on the biomass sector. “I appreciate the diligence of the commission in recognizing that recent developments in the biomass sector needed urgent analysis and I am reviewing their …

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  • Published on July 19, 2023 - 13:54 GMT

    More funding available to build community resiliency

    CANADA, July 19 - Island not-for-profits and municipalities can access new funding to support community safety and resiliency.  Through the Government of Prince Edward Island’s, Reception Centre Resiliency Fund, eligible non-profit community groups and …

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  • Published on July 18, 2023 - 22:54 GMT

    Mental Health Addictions hosting a drop-in info session for volunteers

    CANADA, July 17 - Health PEI PO Box 2000 Charlottetown, PE   C1A 7N8 Phone: 902-368-6130 Fax: 902-368-6136 healthpei@gov.pe.ca Your Health Privacy Media Inquiries Phone: 902-368-6135 Health PEI Board of Directors If you are experiencing a medical emergency …

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  • Published on July 18, 2023 - 22:53 GMT

    Senior Islanders of the Year nominations now open

    CANADA, July 18 - Nominations are open for the 2023 Senior Islanders of the Year awards.  Seniors can be recognized for their contributions in various areas, including volunteerism, fundraising, community participation, fitness and recreation, education …

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  • Published on July 18, 2023 - 22:53 GMT

    18 groups receive funding to battle climate change

    CANADA, July 18 - Islanders are hard at work coming up with innovative ideas to adapt, mitigate and raise awareness about climate change, with help from provincial funding. The Climate Challenge Fund has provided $1 million annually to help organizations …

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  • Published on July 18, 2023 - 22:53 GMT

    Statement by Premier Dennis King on the Atlantic Growth Strategy meeting with Atlantic Premiers and Federal Ministers from ...

    CANADA, July 18 - Today, Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island and Chair of Council of Atlantic Premiers, issued the following statement at the conclusion of the Atlantic Growth Strategy Leadership Committee meeting held in Moncton, New …

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