Local artists are working collaboratively with Island teachers to enhance learning and engage students in new and creative ways. There are 14 projects happening Island wide during the 18th year of ArtsSmarts, a national initiative that blends everyday learning with the arts...
Islanders are very involved with their communities as they continue to share experiences and knowledge through provincial government agencies, boards and commissions. Last month,17 people were appointed or reappointed to five government boards. “We are thankful for all the...
Prince Edward Island is expanding eligibility for second booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to include all Islanders 60 years of age and older living in the community to increase their protection against COVID-19 and its variants. The National Advisory Committee on...
The Government of Prince Edward Island is offering eligible Islanders and organizations a $500 rebate for those who purchase an e-Bike (Power Assisted Bicycle). The purpose of the program is to encourage greater adoption of Active Transportation options among Islanders. E-Bikes are a cleaner and more efficient mode of transportation when compared to single passenger vehicles. What is an e-Bike? Power-assist bicycles are also called electric bikes or e-bikes. On PEI, a power-assist bicycle is defined as a pedal-driven bicycle of conventional exposed fork-and-frame bicycle design and appearance...
The provincial government is announcing new funding for a project to support seed potato producers in adapting to ongoing trade suspensions by planting soil-building crops. The Soil Building for Seed Producers Project is a $3 million provincial investment into PEI’s seed sector...
Islanders with a low-income may be eligible for a free electric hot water heater for their homes. To be eligible, you must have an annual household income of $100,000 or less, you must own your home, and it must be your principle residence. Your water must currently be heated by fossil fuels (heating oil or propane) to be eligible. How do I apply? You can apply for a free electric hot water heater online by clicking the blue button at the bottom of this page. If you would like help with your application, you can visit your local Access PEI where staff will help you verify your income and help...
The Chief Public Health Office's Hypertension Trends 2019 Infographic provides an at-a-glance look at the current state of hypertension (HTN) in PEI.
The Chief Public Health Office's PEI Hypertension Trends Report 2019 provides information on the current state of hypertension (HTN) in PEI.
Application form for Soil Building for Seed Potato Producers Project
Due to high demand, the Free Home Insulation Program is temporarily closed to new applicants. This pause will help us manage the current client backlog and prepare more installers to reduce wait times. The program will re-open once the backlog is under control. If you’d like to join the waitlist, please apply through the Net Zero Free Programs single-intake application: [Net Zero Free Programs]. If you qualify for the Free Insulation Program, you’ll see an option to join the waitlist after entering your income information. If you have any questions, please email sustainable@gov.pe.ca. Free...