The complete story of Prince Edward Island’s population, social makeup, and economy can be found in the 42nd edition of the province’s Annual Statistical Review for 2015. “The Annual Statistical Review is one of the most important documents produced by the Government of Prince...
Online submissions for pre-budget consultations open today for Islanders to share their input and ideas for the upcoming provincial 2022-23 operating budget. This year again, all pre-budget consultations will take place virtually to adhere with public health and safety...
Islanders are reminded about the various ways they can provide their ideas and input for the upcoming provincial 2021-2022 operating budget. As a result of ongoing Gender and Diversity Analysis on pre-budget consultations and discussions with key stakeholders, this year’s...
The strong economic performance and debt management practices of Islanders and the provincial government are reflected in recent bond ratings. For the first time since 2000, DBRS has upgraded the province’s bond rating from A(low) to A. As well, Moody’s maintained the province’s...
Today, Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Darlene Compton presented the 2020-21 provincial budget which outlines $2.2 billion in planned investments in Islanders, environment, business and primary sectors. “As challenging as the past few months have been, we have an...
With graduation approaching and new federal cannabis legislation coming into effect sometime this year, we sat down with veteran Bluefield High School counselor Jennifer Gillan to get some tips on how parents can talk to their kids about drugs and alcohol. Why is it important...
Did you buy a new car or eat a lot of lobster last year? You’re not alone. In 2015 Islanders bought more cars and lobster than ever before. Our population and economy continue to grow and we’re shipping more of our world-class products around the globe than we ever have before...
Today, government released the fiscal and economic update that outlines the financial state of the province and the economic outlook for 2024. The economic and fiscal update is an annual reflection provided after second quarter outlining what the provincial government expects its...
Online submissions for pre-budget consultations open today for Islanders to share their input and ideas for the upcoming provincial 2021-22 operating budget. This year, all pre-budget consultations will take place virtually to meet current public health measures. Islanders can...
The Province of Prince Edward Island ended the 2017-2018 fiscal year with a surplus of $75.2 million – the direct result of the hard work of Islanders, a strong economy, and the responsible spending of tax dollars. “Since 2015 we have been working hard to get our province’s...