A reminder to all Islanders that the COVID-19 Special Leave Fund is available to provide temporary support for those not eligible for federal benefits. The fund provides up to three days of wage supports for workers and self-employed people who: are unable to work due to illness...
The provincial government is asking members of the public, communities, businesses and service providers to share their feedback on proposed actions to improve internet access for people in Prince Edward Island. The 2021-2025 Broadband Connectivity Discussion Paper outlines gaps...
Government is pleased to announce the Town of Cornwall has joined the Charlottetown Area Development Corporation (CADC). “The CADC is a true example of how the province and municipalities work together to support Island businesses and communities. Now with Cornwall joining as a...
Prince Edward Island professional artists are invited to apply for funding during the spring 2021 round of arts grants to support their growth and creativity. Applications for funding can be submitted online at Arts Grants program for three types of grants: creation...
Today, Innovation PEI is launching four new programs to support Island businesses. The programs are: Equity Investors Incentive – to provide PEI strategic sector businesses with a tool to attract private sector investment Innovation Fund – to assist businesses to bring a new...
Together, the Government of PEI and Government of Canada are working with the Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island to provide free training programs and workshops to support Island tourism operators impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. “The past year has devastated...
Government invites the public to have their say on a proposed Temporary Foreign Worker Act. The Temporary Foreign Worker Program is a federal program that allows employers to hire foreign workers to fill temporary jobs when qualified Canadians are not available. “Temporary...
Thanks to the Ignition Fund, Dave Iwankow, will be able to develop and market his product, CleanBands. “This award will help us to speed up the technical development and international marketing of our innovative technology,” said Iwankow. “We look forward to bringing our wearable...
The province is launching new supports to help Islanders get through the pandemic and current public health restrictions put in place to mitigate and contain the spread of COVID-19. The Prince Edward Island Emergency Payment for Workers is a $500 payment is for workers and self...