Ringing in the new year with good cheer is a time-honoured tradition for many Islanders. There are nearly 40 levees planned for New Year’s Day across the Island, some starting bright and early in the morning. Although the levee tradition dates back to King Louis XIV, Canadians...
Reasons to Buy Local Learn about the big impact that supporting local, independent producers can make to our PEI economy. PEI Christmas Trees and Wreaths Help the environment and support local growers by buying a real Christmas tree. Find a list of local producers. Who Grows Your...
Strengthening mental health services - In what is supposed to be the “hap - happiest” season of all, it’s tough to feel sad during the holidays. But for many who struggle with mental health and addictions issues, the holidays can lead to unpleasant memories, substance abuse...
Creating jobs for Islanders - In just over a year, the former Georgetown Timber mill has changed from an empty shell to a magnet that is attracting employers and skilled workers to eastern Kings County. The 40,000 square foot former mill was converted into a multi-tenant facility...
Christmas tree grower David Smith is used to planting for the future. Each year he plants a new crop of trees, knowing that he won’t see the results of his efforts for 15 years. Although planting and cutting the trees only happens once, each tree represents years of labour...
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Tips for sorting waste Christmas Cards, Packaging and Gift Wrapping Items Wrapping paper usually goes in compost (don’t worry about a little bit of tape) but foil and cellophane goes in waste. Box board (gift boxes, etc.) goes in compost, not recyclable. Corrugated cardboard...
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Strengthening Mental Health Services - The last thing that legendary songwriter Gene MacLellan told his then-14-year-old daughter Catherine was that she would have to be brave for a while. The elder MacLellan took his own life at the family’s Summerside home in 1995 after a...
Strengthening Mental Health Services - When the Province of Prince Edward Island advertised the new position of seniors' health principal advisor, Dr. Michael Corman couldn’t believe his luck. Corman and his wife Tara fell in love with the Island while on vacation in 2015 and...