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News before 1996 is not available online.
Islanders who receive regular monthly payments from provincial Social Assistance and AccessAbility Supports programs are being asked to visit their local Social Programs office to pick up their monthly cheques due to the impacts of Hurricane Fiona. Islanders who receive payments...
Hon. Matthew MacKay, Minister of Social Development and Housing issued the following statement after IRAC released their decision on rental increases for 2023: “Now is not the time to introduce record high rental increases in this province. Full stop. After learning about the...
A new program being offered by the Department of Social Development and Housing aims to help male caregivers break the cycle of gender-based violence in their families. Caring Dads is an intervention program for self-identifying men who have abused, neglected, or exposed their...
Islanders are asked to give feedback on future plans for Hillsborough Park. The Department of Social Development and Housing on behalf of the PEI Housing Corporation is planning for the future development of its 85 Acre Hillsborough Park property in Charlottetown. Residents are...
Nominations are being accepted for the annual Senior Islanders of the Year Award. "This respected award is given to Island seniors who are leaders and mentors in Island communities. These awards are about recognizing and celebrating the significant contributions of Island seniors...
Construction has started on the new Tremploy Skills Development Centre to provide vocational training and support services for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Today Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc...
The Seniors Navigator assists seniors, near seniors, caregivers and family members of seniors with accessing information on programs, supports, and services. To book an in-person meeting at a location nearest you call 1-866-770-0588. Walk-in appointments are also welcome during...
Low-income Island seniors age 65 and older who are facing food insecurity due to rising inflation can now register for a one-time grocery card of $100. Registration will be accepted online at Seniors Food Support Program. Print registration forms are also available online and can...
The children’s food security program will open for registration for families in need of support on June 20. Precooked, reheatable meals will be available for any Island family facing challenges in securing healthy food for their children. Registration is required and meals will...
The abuse and neglect of an older adult can occur anywhere and can happen to anyone. June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), a day to bring attention to the issue of elder abuse and recognize that rights don’t get old. “We, as a community, benefit from the...