Islanders continue to have their voices heard on government agencies, boards and commissions through Engage PEI. Over 22 Islanders have been appointed or reappointed to nine boards this month. “It is absolutely tremendous to see that Islanders continue to help their communities...
Premier Dennis King announced today changes to the senior management team of government. Paul Ledwell, Clerk of Executive Council, Secretary to Cabinet and Deputy Minister to the Premier recently indicated that he will be leaving his current role as of May 7, 2021 to take another...
Islanders are encouraged to learn more about the culture, history and heritage of the PEI Mi’kmaq and Indigenous peoples on Prince Edward Island. "National Indigenous Peoples Day is a time to reflect on the importance, the deep roots, and the incredible contributions of all...
October 1 is recognized as Treaty Day, to celebrate the ongoing relationship between the PEI Mi’kmaq and Island residents and the province’s commitment to advancing reconciliation. “Treaty Day is a momentous occasion for Islanders, a day to remember and reaffirm the promises made...
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...
The provincial government released An Anti-Racism Action Plan for Prince Edward Island 2023-2028 to improve the social, economic, educational and health outcomes for racialized and Indigenous people living in in the province. The vision of the action plan is to create an active...
Recognizing October 1 as Treaty Day for the third year is an important step in the Province’s commitment to reconciliation with the PEI Mi’kmaq. Premier Dennis King first recognized Treaty Day in Prince Edward Island in 2019 with Chiefs Darlene Bernard and Junior Gould. This...
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement: “June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. The day was first declared in 1996...
The Province of Prince Edward Island and the PEI Mi’kmaq continue to move forward on the important work of advancing reconciliation through the celebration of Treaty Day. Treaty Day is a special day that strengthens the shared commitment of government and the Mi’kmaq to advance...
Today is Treaty Day, celebrating the relationship between the PEI Mi’kmaq and Islanders, and the province’s commitment to advancing reconciliation. To celebrate Treaty Day and mark the beginning of Mi’kmaq History Month, the leadership of the Mi’kmaq First Nations joined Premier...