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Province recognizes Island arts and cultural community
Seven local art and creative professionals and organizations received top honours for their contributions to the Island creative sector. As part of the renewed provincial culture action plan, the PEI Arts Awards Program celebrates artistic merit and excellence. The following...
Province launches Closing Cost program
A new housing support program will help low to moderate income Islanders on the path of homeownership. The new Closing Cost Support Program will provide a reimbursement to eligible Islanders, up to $2,500, towards the closing costs associated with the purchase of their first home...
Billion-dollar capital budget to revitalize province
Today, Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Jill Burridge presented government’s capital budget to the Legislative Assembly, outlining a spend of $1.3 billion in infrastructure investments for Prince Edward Island. “This capital budget is about investing in key areas such as...
Federal investment helps launch new Fiona recovery program for PEI agriculture operators
Funding is now available for agriculture operations across PEI who have been affected by extraordinary costs of restoring and rebuilding infrastructure due to Hurricane Fiona. The Prince Edward Island Agriculture Fiona Recovery Fund (PEIAgFRF) is open to agricultural operations...
Statement by Premier King on National Child Day
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement today to mark National Child Day: “Today we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of National Child Day in Canada – a day to honour our country’s commitment to upholding the rights of children which are...
Statement by Premier King on Transgender Day of Remembrance
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance: “November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance and is a solemn occasion dedicated to honouring and remembering the lives of transgendered individuals who have lost...
The Willows keeping residents close to home
The Willows, a new community care residence in O’Leary, has seen a lot of progress since construction began in the fall of 2022. With a tentative opening date of early 2024, Community Seniors Cooperative Ltd (CSCL) chair Sally Lockhart says the project’s recent progress can be...
Province receives final report on the comprehensive review of the Employment Standards Act
Island workers and employers can expect clearer, and more inclusive language to provincial employment legislation. The Employment Standards Act Comprehensive Review Panel completed their review of the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and the Youth Employment Act, and have made 110...
Acadian and Francophone Affairs annual report available
Today, the provincial government released the Acadian and Francophone Affairs Annual Report for 2022-2023 focused on progress made related to the French Language Services Act. The report, prepared by the Acadian and Francophone Affairs Secretariat, highlights the work done by the...
Get moving and apply for Active Transportation funds by December 1
The Active Transportation Fund is offering $5 million to grow PEI’s active transportation network. Indigenous and municipal governments and community groups are encouraged to apply to the Active Transportation Fund by December 1, 2023. “The fund is making a positive difference in...