Recent News
Statement by Premier Lantz on the passing of Gail Shea
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the passing of former MLA and MP Gail Shea: “It is with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of Gail Shea. Gail was a mainstay in the Progressive Conservative Party— a loyal, respected, and...
Back-to-school reminder: Keep kids’ vaccines up to date
As the new school year approaches, Prince Edward Island’s Chief Public Health Office is reminding families to ensure their children’s vaccinations are up to date. Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect children from serious and potentially life-threatening...
18 new drugs added to the Provincial and Cancer Treatment Centre Formularies
Eighteen new medications and expanded indications are being added to the Provincial Pharmacare Formulary and Health PEI’s Cancer Treatment Centre Formulary in early September. The new medications assist in treating six different types of cancer as well as various illnesses...
Funding available for community-led projects through Anti-Racism Microgrant
Applications are open for the 2025-2026 round of the Anti-Racism Microgrant, with $100,000 in funding available. The funding supports community-led anti-racism projects and will be used to develop and deliver initiatives that benefit racialized and Indigenous communities across...
August is Acadian Heritage Month
Government has officially proclaimed the month of August as Acadian Heritage Month in PEI. Acadians have greatly contributed to the Island’s social, cultural and economic fabric. The vitality, resilience and diversity of the Acadian community is being recognized throughout August...
Province expands RSV protection for infants and seniors
The provincial government is expanding its RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) prevention programs to better protect Islanders who are most at risk of serious illness from the virus - infants and seniors. Starting this October, all infants will be eligible to receive Beyfortus®...
Prince County Hospital ICU reinstated, creating an integrated provincial critical care program
On Tuesday, August 12, the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Prince County Hospital (PCH) was officially restored, re-establishing full critical care capacity in Western Prince Edward Island. This milestone means PEI now has two fully operational ICUs—at PCH and Queen Elizabeth...
Island school board elections set for October 17
Residents will have the opportunity this fall to shape the future of the public education system by electing new or returning trustees to serve on the Public Schools Branch and la Commission scolaire de langue francaise’s respective boards. Both education authorities are governed...
Statement by Minister Gilles Arsenault on National Acadian Day
Hon. Gilles Arsenault, Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs issued the following statement on National Acadian Day: “Today, I am proud to celebrate National Acadian Day with all Islanders. August 15 is a special day for Acadians and Francophones as we...
Annual Blueberry Social fundraiser at Historic Yeo House
Islanders and visitors are invited to attend the 44 th Annual Blueberry Social at Historic Yeo House featuring treats, entertainment, and fun activities for the whole family. Take a step back in time at the event on Saturday, August 16 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Historic Yeo...