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The Government of PEI is asking residents to make final preparations as the remnants of Lee approach the province. This morning, Lee made landfall in southwestern Nova Scotia and eastern New Brunswick, bringing effects associated with a post-tropical storm including high winds...
A new strategy to help guide responsible gambling programs and services on Prince Edward Island is now available. The Responsible Gambling Strategy 2023-2028 will act on a government commitment to its citizens in providing a necessary update to responsible gambling programs on...
As Hurricane Lee is expected to make landfall in the Atlantic Canada region this weekend, Islanders are asked to prepare for moderate to heavy rain and winds and the possibility of power outages. Briefings with the Canadian Hurricane Centre (CHC) and Environment and Climate...
Sexual Assault Awareness Week, Sept 17 – 23, is a time to raise public awareness about sexual assault and educate Island residents on how to better respond to and prevent sexual violence. Throughout the week, the PEI Rape and Sexual Assault Centre is creating safe and welcoming...
Today, Friday, September 15, 2023, the Honourable Rob Lantz, Minister of Housing, Land and Communities released the following statement: “When I recently met with Minister Fraser, I stressed the need for the federal government to launch immediate supports to help expedite housing...
While the Province continues to monitor the outcome and impact of Hurricane Lee, residents of Prince Edward Island are being asked to review their emergency plans in advance of the weekend. It is still too early to determine Lee’s exact track and outcomes, but current forecasts...
Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and the Honourable Bloyce Thompson, Minister of Agriculture for Prince Edward Island, announced an investment of over $46 million into Prince Edward Island’s local agriculture industry under...
Students in rural areas of PEI can experience the value of volunteerism, learn how a board or council operates and develop new skills by working with community organizations. The Youth On Board program offers up to 25 rural high school students a chance to become members of...
There are two groups of people who buy e-bikes. “Those who are regular cyclists and just want a little boost to go further and be out longer and those who are looking for an alternate transportation method,” said Frank MacEachern. And he would know. Frank is the owner and...
Today is International Literacy Day and Canada’s Premiers announced the 2023 Council of the Federation Literacy Award recipients. The award is given annually in each province and territory to recognize high achievement, innovative practice, and excellence in literacy. Dean Ramos...