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News before 1996 is not available online.
Children and youth across the province will soon have access to an independent office that will work to protect and promote their rights and advocate on their behalf with respect to services that fall under the legislation. “Our government has prioritized people and none are more...
Communities across Prince Edward Island will come together on November 20 to recognize National Child Day and celebrate children. This date marks a special celebration of the rights of all children, including the rights to good health, good education, protection from harm, to be...
Today, Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Darlene Compton tabled government’s capital budget that will see $156 million of planned spending on critical infrastructure through 2020-21 supporting the livelihood of Islanders and communities across the province. “It is because...
This November Islanders can access free diabetes risk assessment clinics in various locations across the province without an appointment. Health PEI is holding the clinics in: Souris, Montague, Charlottetown, Cornwall, North Rustico, Summerside, Miscouche, Lennox Island, and O...
A new multi unit residential loan development fund will help developers, organizations and non-profits build more housing for Islanders. Finance PEI, along with the Department of Social Development and Housing, held consultations in Prince, Queens and Kings County in October with...
Driver’s license fees are being reinstated to fund a new $5 million active transportation fund for Prince Edward Island. The new $5 million dollar active transportation fund will help build new walking and bike paths, widen paved shoulders, and better connect existing walking and...
After review, government has determined that no changes to legislation are required to allow ride-sharing operations in Prince Edward Island. “While no legislative changes are required, we feel it’s important to ensure ride-share drivers meet some basic driving history...
Strong community partnerships will help enhance options for Islanders experiencing homelessness. Immediate actions include: adding transitional beds at Harvest House to support men; a continued partnership with Blooming House to support women; access to day time warming shelters...
Through Engage PEI, Islanders continue to share their knowledge and skills to make meaningful contributions to their communities. In the month of October, thirteen Islanders were welcomed to five government agencies, boards and commissions. "Islanders are dedicated people who...
Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will increase by 60 cents to $12.85 per hour on April 1, 2020. The Employment Standards Board reviews minimum wage annually and provides their recommendation to government after the review is complete. To read the board’s report, visit Minimum...