The Government of Prince Edward Island recently entered into a Treaty Education Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Epekwitk Assembly of Councils, represented by Chief Junior Gould of Abegweit First Nation and Chief Darlene Bernard of Lennox Island First Nation. “We are...
The official launch of the exhibit, Unearthing the Past: Archaeological Discoveries on Prince Edward Island, is 10 a.m. Friday, June 17 at the Acadian Museum of Prince Edward Island in Miscouche. The exhibition illustrates the profession of archaeology and features objects that...
Today, the exhibit Unearthing the Past: Archaeological Discoveries on Prince Edward Island was officially launched at the Acadian Museum in Miscouche. The exhibit features artifacts unearthed at four Acadian and Mi’kmaq sites across Prince Edward Island: Pointe-Aux-Vieux (Low...
As 2021 came to a close, Islanders continued to contribute to their communities by participating in provincial government boards through Engage PEI. In November and December, 15 people were appointed or reappointed to seven agencies, boards and commissions. “Islanders continue to...
May 5 is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). It is a day to bring awareness and to recognize and honour the lost lives of Indigenous women and girls. “Today we reflect on and honour the lives of Indigenous women, girls and...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Emancipation Day: “On March 23, 2022, the Prince Edward Island Legislature unanimously passed a bill to recognize August 1st as Emancipation Day. In 1833, the British Empire introduced the Slavery...
The Government of Prince Edward Island, through the Indigenous Relations Secretariat, is proud to announce two $1,000 John. J. Sark Memorial Scholarships for Indigenous students at Holland College. The scholarships are in addition to three $1,000 John. J. Sark Memorial...
Growing a skilled workforce is critical to ensuring a strong, resilient future for all Atlantic Canadians and the success of Indigenous organizations, businesses and communities is essential to building a strong, innovative, and inclusive Atlantic Canadian economy. Inspiring...