Recent News
A small number of inactive health records blown away by strong winds
Health PEI is advising the public of an incident this morning in which a small amount of paper records was carried off by strong winds. The records involved were no longer active and may have contained limited information about individuals who are now deceased. Staff took...
Future of Farming Conference welcomes young producers from across the Island
Young and aspiring farmers are coming together on November 15 to share knowledge and resources during the Future of Farming Conference. The Future of Farming Conference is hosted by the Prince Edward Island Department of Agriculture and is dedicated to inspiring and empowering...
Health PEI welcomes new associate physicians and physician assistant
Health PEI recently welcomed a new physician assistant (PA) and will soon have four additional associate physicians (AP) joining the team to enhance access to care for Islanders in primary care and hospital settings. Here are the placements across various specialties and...
New infrastructure supports safety for Island’s shellfish aquaculture industry
The design and construction of a new landing site at Keir’s Shore will address safety concerns and enhance the economic vitality of Prince Edward Island’s shellfish aquaculture industry. The navigational channel leading into Malpeque Harbour and Darnley Basin frequently fills in...
Statement by Premier King on the passing of John Horgan
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the passing of former British Columbia Premier and former Canadian Ambassador to Germany, John Horgan: “I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my friend, former Premier of British...
Kindergarten registration opens for the 2025-26 school year
Island parents and guardians can now register their child at their local school for kindergarten. Any child turning five years old by December 31 the same year they are to begin kindergarten is eligible to be enrolled at their local English or French public school. For any parent...
Three specialist physicians hired in first week of November
Health PEI is welcoming three new specialists to Prince Edward Island, as a record number of physicians are joining the province. The three new hires bring the total confirmed hires this year to 35. They include One neurologist, starting in early December 2024. One psychiatrist...
Island artists celebrated at annual PEI Arts Awards
Island artists were recognized for their excellence at the 2024 PEI Arts Awards ceremony. The awards honour outstanding achievements in the arts and culture community. The following recipients were distinguished at the annual gala: Artist of the Year Award: Tanya Davis Gertie &...
Province Announces Bold New Capital Budget: “Building for Our Future”
Today, the Government of Prince Edward Island unveiled its largest capital budget in decades, focused on key investments that will shape the province’s future. With the theme “Building for Our Future,” this year’s capital budget reflects a historic commitment to infrastructure...
Climate change adaptation strategy developed for seafood industry
A new strategy will assist the Prince Edward Island seafood industry in adapting to climate risks. The provincial government worked together with industry leaders and ICF consulting group to develop the PEI Seafood Sector Climate Change Adaptation Strategy. To aid in the creation...