Recent News
The Council of Atlantic Premiers presented the Golden Scissors Award from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) recognizing the Atlantic Physician Registry
On February 2, 2024, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) presented the Council of Atlantic Premiers with the Golden Scissors Award to recognize the Atlantic Physician Registry. The prestigious Golden Scissors Award recognizes politicians, public servants, and...
Expanding École Pierre-Chiasson
The groundwork has started on a $720,000 expansion at École Pierre-Chiasson in Tignish. Over the past decade the student population has increased significantly, from 66 students in 2014-15 to 115 students in 2023-24. In response, the provincial government approved a much-needed...
Province receives Forestry Commission discussion paper
The Forestry Commission has presented government with a discussion paper about a plan for developing forest policy to carry Prince Edward Island into the future. The discussion paper, Towards A New Forest Policy, contains 13 key topics related to forestry, including the future of...
Statement by Premier Dennis King for Black History Month
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement for Black History Month. “February is Black History Month. It is an opportunity to learn about, celebrate and honour the achievements and contributions of Black people throughout our shared history...
Book club celebrating Black authors
The Beaconsfield Book Club: BIPOC Speculative Fiction Society is celebrating the works of three Black authors. Culture critic and diversity specialist Evelyn Bradley and writer and historical interpreter Caitlyn Paxson will be reading and chatting about: The Monsters We Defy by...
Late French Immersion information sessions
Parents of Grade 6 students, who are interested in enrolling their children in late French Immersion for the 2024-25 school year are encouraged to attend an information meeting in their region. “PEI’s French Immersion program offers students whose first language is not French the...
Celebrating Family Literacy Day with free books for children
In recognition of Family Literacy Day, Premier Dennis King announced that his government will increase funding to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program in PEI. “We are pleased to announce that we are increasing support to build quality children’s libraries in homes across...
Anti-Racism Microgrant funding available
Individuals, groups and organizations are invited to apply for the 2024 round of Anti-Racism Microgrant funding to support community-led anti-racism projects. Funding will be used to develop and deliver Anti-Racism activities that benefit and impact racialized and Indigenous...
Atlantic Ministers of Agriculture unified in support for local farmers
Atlantic Canadian Ministers of Agriculture joined on PEI this week to discuss a variety of topics including trade, a strategic regional approach, and other initiatives that can benefit the future of agriculture in Atlantic Canada. Ministers discussed an Eastern Livestock Price...
New survey explores contraception needs of Island residents
Island residents are encouraged to fill out an online survey to assist in the development of new Contraception Program. The Contraception Program is being developed to address financial barriers the public may face in accessing prescription contraceptives. The survey will assist...