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The following news release is courtesy of the University of Prince Edward Island Tuition rates at the University of Prince Edward Island remain among the lowest in the Maritime provinces according to reports released by the Maritime Provinces Higher Education Council (MPHEC) and...

As post-secondary students begin classes this week, we want to wish them a safe and successful year as they continue to further their education here in Prince Edward Island, says Minister Richard Brown, Workforce and Advanced Learning. “This is an exciting time of year for the...

Young Islanders are invited to attend YDAY, a new summit that will bring together youth from across Prince Edward Island to help shape policies and opportunities that meet the interests of young people. YDAY is a full-day event to discuss opportunities for youth on Prince Edward...

The following is courtesy of the University of Prince Edward Island The University of Prince Edward Island is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathy Hambly and James Moran as well as the re-appointments of Scott Harper and Margo Thompson to its UPEI Board of Governors. “I...

The Government of Prince Edward Island is now accepting applications from young people to be members of a new Youth Futures Council that will provide input and advice to government on issues affecting young Islanders as announced in the Speech from the Throne in the spring. “The...

Workforce and Advanced Learning Minister Richard Brown extended congratulations to the University of Prince Edward Island who recently announced the new UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability. The position will be co-held by Dr. James Randall, UPEI; and Dr. Godfrey...

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Nevada Jay, a recent graduate from Holland College is showing her true potential as a graphic designer with Etsy’s largest worldwide seller, Bohemian Findings, says Minister Richard Brown, Workforce and Advanced Learning. “It is such an honour to pair recent graduates with once...

Thanks to the PERCÉ program, about 30 PEI postsecondary students, mostly registered in out-of-province institutions, have returned to the Island for a summer internship in their field of study. RDÉE Prince Edward Island Inc., which is coordinating the program, is specifically...