Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement: “Today is Emancipation Day in Canada, a day to recognize the strength and perseverance of Black communities across the country. The day commemorates the day, August 1, 1834, slavery was abolished in...
The Province of Prince Edward Island is sending congratulations to PEI’s own Alysha Corrigan and the Canadian women’s rugby 7s team on their impressive silver medal at the 2024 Olympic Games. A true underdog over the last few games, Team Canada utilized teamwork, grit, and skill...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics: "As we count down to the start of the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, we are filled with pride for all of Canada’s athletes who will be competing on...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the PEI Pride Festival 2024: “The PEI Pride Festival, organized by Pride PEI, begins today and gives all of us the chance to celebrate the Island’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community. It is a powerful...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement recognizing Canada Day: “On July 1 st, we will join Canadians from coast to coast in celebrating Canada Day. Prince Edward Island has a proud place in the story of Canada, from the Charlottetown...
Atlantic Premiers met virtually today to discuss shared priorities and progress on collaborative work in areas of importance to Atlantic Canadians. This includes initiatives to improve affordability, housing, and health care, along with opportunities to address labour shortages...
A $200-million federal government investment over ten years will help PEI’s communities build and revitalize essential infrastructure for community well-being, growth and housing. The Government of Canada and the Province signed the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) agreement...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement: “Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. National Indigenous Peoples...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement to the graduating Class of 2024: “To the graduating class of 2024, I extend my sincerest congratulations on your graduation. This is a significant achievement, and we are immensely proud of you...
Elder Judy Clark is still learning to read and write in Mi’kmaw as a tribute to her ancestors. The highly respected Mi’kmaw Elder and member of the Abegweit First Nation remembers growing up on Lennox Island in the 1960s when children were forced to learn English at Indian Day...