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Program helps French teachers improve their language skills
If you’ve ever studied another language, you know that practice makes perfect. That’s why the Programme de perfectionnement linguistique (PPL) was created, to help Island teachers maintain and improve their French language skills. Cecile Arsenault is the program coordinator....
Positive Parenting: the Triple P approach
Parenting is full of joys– and challenges. Sometimes, a little extra support can go a long way. That’s where Triple P comes in. It stands for Positive Parenting Program. “Triple P recognizes that parenting is a tough job, and that it’s okay, even normal, to need support,” says...
Province modernizing Manure Management Guidelines
As the Province continues to focus on building the livestock sector across the Island, updates are being made to the Manure Management Guidelines as an additional resource for local farmers. Last updated in 1999, the Provincial Manure Management Guidelines provide direction to...
Early dismissal for students April 8 due to solar eclipse
On Monday, April 8, 2024, an amazing astronomical event - a full solar eclipse - will take place over Canada, including PEI. All students in both the English and French school boards will be dismissed two hours early that day out of an abundance of caution. A spectacular and rare...
Province introduces instant permits for some property developments
Beginning March 11, Prince Edward Island residents looking to build accessory structures like decks or sheds on their property can receive permit approval instantly. A permit is mandatory for building or developing on PEI because it ensures that a structure is planned, designed...
Free tax-help clinics offered to Islanders
Free tax-help clinics are currently available to Island residents with modest-to-no income and a simple tax situation who need assistance to complete their tax and benefit return. Super Clinics will also be offered this year, where additional service providers will be on hand to...
New building codes take effect March 31
Anyone planning new construction or renovations in PEI will be required to follow updated building codes as of March 31, 2024. The codes establish the minimum standards required for the design, construction, renovation and maintenance of a structure. Amendments to the Building...
Statement by Premier King on International Women’s Day
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on International Women’s Day: “Today – March 8, 2024 – is International Women’s Day, a day to honour the achievements of women, challenge biases, and advocate for gender equality. Our province has...
New fund to help cleantech projects
A new fund will help with the research and development costs for Island cleantech projects. The Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund will provide up to $500,000 to PEI businesses, educational institutions, or Indigenous communities for research and development that contributes...
Prince Edward Island implements federal study permit changes to students from abroad
International students wishing to study at an Island post-secondary institution will be receiving provincial documentation to include as part of their federal application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Following the federal announcement earlier this year...