The provincial government is collaborating with InjuryFreePEI to promote helmet safety for young cyclists in the province. With summer in full swing and many Islanders enjoying time on their bicycles, skateboards and scooters, helmet safety should be top of mind for everyone...
Today, the Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture issued the following statement: “As Team PEI prepares for the 2023 North American Indigenous Games, taking place July 15-23, I want to offer our athletes, coaches, managers and mission staff good...
Island residents, family and friends of the 2022 Team PEI delegation, along with the Province, will be cheering on young athletes at the upcoming Canada Summer Games. “These young Island athletes have worked incredibly hard to be the very best in their sport, and the opportunity...
Some people might describe themselves as having two left feet, but Stephanie Calberry insists that dance is for everyone. Calberry is a social worker and has also taught dance for several years. “I love watching people discover their love of dance and seeing how happy it makes...
Hon. Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health & Wellness issued the following statement: “Today in Beijing, China, the Winter Olympics officially open, welcoming over 2,800 athletes from 84 countries in a display of athleticism, spirit and discipline. I am proud to acknowledge the many...
The Town of Three Rivers has given Islanders a great example of healthy active lifestyles by being named PEI’s most active community in the national ParticipACTION Community Better Challenge that took place June 1-30, 2021. The Town of Three Rivers earned the provincial title by...
A new program encourages sport coaches to become trained and certified to help improve sport safety and enhance the experience for Island athletes. Prince Edward Island’s new vip coaching program recognizes the contributions of qualified coaches across the province by creating a...
Island sports organizations affected by the pandemic will benefit from new federal funding through the COVID-19 Emergency Support Fund for Cultural, Heritage and Sport Organizations. “Sports and sport organizations are important to the livelihood of our communities and helping...
A new online wellness program is encouraging Islanders with chronic disease to get active during the pandemic. The free online program allows Islanders to participate from the comfort of their own homes. Each group will have its own webinar-style offering and participants will...
Dr. Elizabeth Cannon says her success has its roots in a work ethic she learned as a student and an athlete on Prince Edward Island. Cannon, past president and professor of geomatics engineering at the University of Calgary, received the Distinguished Alumna Award and was...