Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on Emancipation Day: “Today is an important day to recognize the strength and perseverance of Black communities. August 1 is recognized as Emancipation Day in Canada. In 1833, the British Empire...
On Wednesday, the Council of Atlantic Premiers had a follow-up meeting with the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change for the Government of Canada, regarding the implementation of the Clean Fuel Regulations which will have a disproportionate...
Today, the Council of Atlantic Premiers launched a new campaign calling on the federal government to rethink the implementation of the Clean Fuel Regulations and work with them to develop a plan to address the disproportionate impacts on Atlantic Canadians. Starting in July, due...
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...
Island communities continue to see the benefits of residents lending their voice through their participation in government agencies, boards and commissions. This month, 19 people were appointed or reappointed to four boards, including the newly created Anti-Racism Table. “It’s...
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement for Black History Month: “February is Black History Month. It is an opportunity to learn about, celebrate and honour the achievements and contributions of Black people throughout our shared history...
September 30 is a day that reminds everyone of the history of residential schools and their impacts on First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Orange Shirt Day is an opportunity for Islanders to listen, learn and reflect about the history of residential schools in Canada, 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...