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Many Island non-profit and charitable organizations will no longer be paying lottery license fees as a percentage of the value of their prize awards. Effective August 21, fees associated with community fundraisers with winnings of $5,000 or less will be eliminated. Organizers of...

Island drivers can now access and present proof of their vehicle insurance digitally. Electronic proof of automobile insurance means insurance providers can send drivers a digital version of the certificate of automobile insurance, commonly known as the pink card. The digital...

Islanders are reminded to be extra cautious of potential financial scams especially during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Fraudulent financial activity increases during challenging times and is often designed to take advantage of individuals, particularly the vulnerable. Dishonest...

Islanders will benefit from a more transparent and accountable government with the introduction of an online registry for lobbyists. Prince Edward Island's new Lobbyists Registration Act and online registry take effect on April 1, 2019. “Lobbying is a legitimate and legal...

Islanders will benefit from a more transparent government with the introduction of an online registry for lobbyists. A new Lobbyists Registration Act requires anyone who is paid to lobby the provincial government to register on a publicly accessible website beginning April 1...

The provincial government today outlined three significant directions related to implementing the federal government’s objective of legalizing cannabis. As Prince Edward Island prepares in the months ahead for legislation and enforcement of federal cannabis legalization, the...