Today is National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, a day that Parliament has designated to honour and remember those who have experienced gender-based violence and the lives lost in the Montreal Massacre. On December 6, 1989, 14 young women at L’Ecole...
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...
October is Women’s History Month, giving everyone the chance to learn more about, and celebrate, the many accomplishments of Island women throughout our Island’s rich history. This year’s theme Through Her Lens: Celebrating the Diversity of Women emphasizes the importance of...
Five Island residents will bring their fresh perspectives and expertise to advancing post-secondary education on Prince Edward Island. Through Engage PEI, the following individuals will be joining the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) Board of Governors for a three-year...
Everyone has the right to live free from violence. With a renewed focus on ending sexual violence prevention, PEI is increasing the Violence Against Women Prevention Grant from a $75,000 to a $300,000 this year. The Violence Against Women Prevention Grant provides funding to...
Island workers will earn $16 per hour by fall 2024. The Province accepted the annual minimum wage recommendations of the Employment Standards Board. Minimum wage will increase twice next year from $15 to $15.40 per hour on April 1, 2024, and once again from $15.40 to $16 per hour...
If you are operating a registered private training school in PEI, you must have licensed instructors. Instructors must be registered with the Administrator of Private Training Schools. For each proposed instructor, please complete an instructor authorization form. The...
Islanders are encouraged to recognize and support women and the contributions they make to the growth, development and character of Prince Edward Island as part of Gender Equality Week. September 17 to 23, 2023 is Gender Equality Week in Canada. This year’s theme, United for...