Project Addressing Red Tape (ART) is a government-wide initiative of the Province of Prince Edward Island to streamline processes to increase PEI’s economic and business competitiveness without compromising public health, safety or the natural environment.
Cascumpec Bridge project gets green light as the federal and provincial governments announce funding for transportation infrastructure on PEI Federal-provincial investments in infrastructure will improve public safety and encourage economic development in Western Prince Edward...
The Government of Prince Edward Island will donate a parcel of provincially-owned land to the Town of Georgetown allowing the community needed space to expand services, says Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar. “This week government agreed to give...
Canada’s Ministers Responsible for Local Government met in Quebec City this week. Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell represented Prince Edward Island at the national meeting. “It was an honour for me to attend the annual meeting of Ministers Responsible...
Did you buy a new car or eat a lot of lobster last year? You’re not alone. In 2015 Islanders bought more cars and lobster than ever before. Our population and economy continue to grow and we’re shipping more of our world-class products around the globe than we ever have before...
Expanded coverage of optometry services is reducing the need for referrals to ophthalmologists, visits to family doctors, emergency departments and walk-in clinics. “Uptake has been excellent for this new program which allows optometrists across the province to screen for...
The Provincial-Territorial Apprentice Mobility Transfer Guide details apprentice mobility requirements and process information for each province and territory. The Transfer Guide was developed to support jurisdictions, apprentices and employers.
Health PEI is creating a new Patient Navigator position and patient and family advisor opportunities to make it easier for patients to access services and move through the health care system. “Improving the patient experience is one of our key priorities, along with access to...
People who seek out gluten-free products have had more reason to lick their lips over the last ten years, thanks to Duinkerken Foods Inc. Brenda and Wayne vanDuinkerken created the popular flour and baking mix brand, and are now looking to diversify the product line and increase...
Mont Carmel resident and Innovation PEI Ignition Fund 2014 recipient, Mathieu Gallant is looking forward to continuing the PEI cheese making tradition through his new company Island Artisan Cheesehouse. Commercial cheese making on Prince Edward Island dates back to the 19th...