Recent News
Statement by Premier King on Black History Month
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Black History Month: “Black History Month begins February 1, marking its 10th anniversary in PEI this year. It’s a time to learn about, celebrate and honour the achievements and contributions of...
New suite of initiatives aimed at growing the Prince Edward Island livestock sector
In collaboration with the Government of Canada, the Province of Prince Edward Island (PEI) is launching new funding opportunities to further support its cattle and livestock sectors. Through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), the governments of...
Health PEI requires all visitors and staff to mask within its facilities effective January 27
Health PEI is implementing a universal masking policy across its facilities to protect patients, staff, and the public from the spread of illness. The policy is in response to the ongoing overcapacity issues facing the health care system. It goes into effect on Monday January...
Province continues to support inclusive communities
Thirty-two community organizations across the Island are receiving support from the provincial government for projects that promote diversity and inclusion. The Gender, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (GEDI) and Community Enhancement Program provided a total of $650,000 in funding...
Celebrating success in the journey to quit smoking
With this week being National Non-Smoking Week, it is the perfect time to celebrate those who've successfully quit tobacco and vaping and inspire others to do the same. Quitting is a journey and sharing success stories can be a powerful motivator. For Jamie Crawford, quitting...
Province introduces screen time guidelines
New screentime guidelines are now available to help encourage healthy screen use behaviours in Island schools. Following the ministerial directive on restricting cell phone use in schools, additional guidance has been developed to address technology use in the public school...
Province seeking input from woodlot owners
Woodlot owners are being asked to provide their feedback through a survey to help the province better understand forest management and harvest decisions. The 2025 PEI Woodlot Owners Survey will be sent by mail to 2,400 randomly selected woodlot owners in the coming weeks...
Feedback wanted from Island residents on upcoming legislative changes
The Province is inviting residents to share their opinion on changes to provincial laws in PEI. As the Department of Justice and Public Safety continues to regularly modernize provincial legislation, consultation documents for the following pieces of legislation are now available...
Island economy well positioned as 2025 begins
The 2024-2025 Fiscal and Economic Update shows strong employment and labour income, supported by growth in manufacturing, exports and construction, as major contributors to the Island economy. The update also outlines the continuation of a focused investment into social...
National Non-Smoking Week 2025: Helping Islanders to quit
National Non-Smoking Week, January 19 to 25, highlights the health risks of smoking and vaping and reminds Island residents of the support available to help them take meaningful steps toward a tobacco and vape-free life. The PEI Smoking Cessation Program supports Islanders at...