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2023 Rental Unit Property Tax Subsidy
The Rental Unit Property Tax Subsidy has been created to help offset increasing costs for landlords associated with the 2023 rental freeze. The subsidy aims to provide relief on provincial property taxes payable in 2023 and decrease landlord property tax costs. This will allow...
Reminder of minimum wage increase
As announced last fall, Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will increase twice in 2023. The first increase will be by 80 cents on January 1, 2023 to $14.50 per hour. The second increase will be 50 cents on October 1, 2023 to $15.00 per hour. The Employment Standards Board...
Supports for Housing Developers
Various programs exist to incentivize the construction of housing units. Below is a list of programs eligible developers, non-profits, and community service organizations are encouraged to apply to. Creation of housing The Affordable Housing Development Program is open to non...
Mental Health Intensive Day Program
What is the Mental Health Intensive Day Program (MHIDP)? The Mental Health Intensive Day Program (MHIDP) is a four-week outpatient, voluntary skills based educational program for adults who are experiencing moderate to acute symptoms of a mental health diagnosis. The program is...
Virtual Health Care Survey Results 2022
In 2022, to better understand Islanders’ use of virtual care services and what was working or not working, Health PEI carried out a province-wide virtual care patient survey and a series of community meetings.
Out-of-Province Liaison Program
The PEI Liaison Program provides Island patients and their families with a registered nurse contact to help connect them to other health care professionals, programs and services related to out-of-province medical treatment. The Liaison Nurse also assists with transition of...
Premier King speaks with Santa Claus and confirms PEI is ready for his arrival
Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement after having a call with Santa Claus and Doug Newson, Chief Executive Officer of the Charlottetown Airport: “Early this morning I spoke with Santa Claus to review our annual checklist to ensure that...
Health care options available during the Holiday Season
With the Holidays about to start, and while some health care providers are taking a well-earned break, Health PEI is reminding Islanders there continue to be many options to access care when needed over the holidays. Emergency Services As always, 24-7 services remain open...