Recent News
Statement by Premier Lantz on the announcement of toll reductions for the Confederation Bridge and Wood Islands ferry
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the federal announcement of toll reductions at the Confederation Bridge and Wood Islands ferry: “Today’s announcement is welcome news for Islanders. This has been a top priority for me. Since...
Statement by Premier Lantz on PEI Pride Festival 2025
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on PEI Pride Festival 2025: “The PEI Pride Festival, organized by Pride PEI, begins today and gives all of us the chance to celebrate the Island’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community. It is a powerful celebration of...
Feedback wanted from Island residents on upcoming legislative changes
The Province is inviting residents to share their opinion on changes to provincial laws in PEI. As the Department of Justice and Public Safety continues to regularly modernize provincial legislation, consultation documents for the following pieces of legislation are now online...
Statement from Premier Rob Lantz on the Conclusion of the 2025 Council of the Federation Meetings
Premier Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement at the conclusion of the 2025 Council of the Federation meetings: “As the 2025 Council of the Federation meetings conclude here in beautiful Huntsville, I want to express my gratitude to Premier...
Survey on cleantech sector in PEI
The province is seeking input from people in a new survey to help government better understand the scope of the cleantech sector in Prince Edward Island. The Cleantech Profile Survey will assist government to develop a profile for the sector and guide decisions and initiatives to...
Supports increase for Island students and more healthcare programs become eligible
Island students will have access to additional financial support for post-secondary education and eligibility has expanded to include more in-demand healthcare programs. The George Coles Bursary and the Marion L. Reid Grant will increase by $300 to $3,500 per year for up to four...
First-Ever Smilezone unveiled in Prince Edward Island at Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Smilezone Foundation is proud to celebrate a heartwarming milestone: the grand opening of four vibrant, child-friendly Smilezone spaces at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Charlottetown, marking the very first Smilezones on Prince Edward Island. Located in pediatric ambulatory...
Community meals help to reduce social isolation for older adults in PEI
Island seniors will benefit from funding announced today to support meals for older Islanders in communities across the province. Forty-one organizations have been approved to host the community meals thanks to over $160,000 in funding from the Department of Social Development...
Helping Islanders breathe easier one donation at a time
With support from the Health Innovation Fund, LungNSPEI is helping Islanders breathe easier one refurbished machine at a time. For years, LungNSPEI’s Sleep Apnea Refurbishment Program has supported low-income Islanders with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and chronic obstructive...
Statement by Premier Lantz in advance of the First Ministers’ Meeting & Council of the Federation Meeting
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement in advance of the First Ministers’ Meeting & Council of Federation Meetings being held in Ontario, July 21-23, 2025: “As I prepare to join my provincial and territorial colleagues in Ontario for the...