CANADA, December 30 - In 2024, PEI Public Library Services continued to serve Island residents by offering a diverse range of reading materials and programs that promote learning, creativity, and community connection. Island residents borrowed a total of …
CANADA, December 24 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement after having a call with Santa Claus to confirm arrival plans: “This morning, I had the privilege of speaking with Santa Claus as he made final …
CANADA, December 23 - The Kings County Memorial Hospital (KCMH) will be temporarily suspending emergency services on Saturdays beginning January 11 due to staffing challenges. The KCMH Emergency Department (ED) is experiencing a shortage of staff at a …
CANADA, December 19 - “One thing I love about the Community Health Engagement Committee (CHEC) is they’re not stuck on all the things that are wrong with the health care system or all the challenges,” said Ryan Fahey, eastern chair of the CHEC. “They want …
CANADA, December 19 - Building on the momentum from the Council of the Federation meeting in Toronto, Ontario, earlier this week, Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, announced several initiatives to help foster stronger ties with the United …
CANADA, December 19 - Beginning in January 2025, eligible Island families will receive up to $360 per child annually through the PEI Child Benefit (PEICB) to help with the costs of raising children. “This benefit represents an annual investment of nearly …
CANADA, December 18 - The 2023 State of the Health Workforce report released this week by the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) shows significant growth in Prince Edward Island’s healthcare workforce, particularly in nurse practitioners (NP) …
CANADA, December 18 - Island students continue to receive tuition support for healthcare training to strengthen the healthcare system in Prince Edward Island. The Resident Care Worker Support Program, Licensed Practical Nurse and Paramedic Support Program …
CANADA, December 17 - The PEI Transition to Registered Nursing in Canada (TRNC) program celebrates the graduation of 34 internationally educated nurses who are now equipped to help address the nursing shortage in PEI. Since May 2024, the rigorous 14-week …
CANADA, December 16 - Islanders who want to quit smoking can now access nicotine replacement therapies (NRT) and prescription smoking cessation medications directly from their local pharmacy, making it easier and more convenient to get the help they need. …
CANADA, December 12 - Organization Community Funding Project Descriptions Cross Road Rural Community Fire Company Stratford $114,717 Rescue boat, communications and equipment replacement Central Kings Rural Fire Department Bridgetown $97,666 Upgrades to …
CANADA, December 13 - Honourable Gilles Arsenault, minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs, issued the following statement on Acadian Remembrance Day: “Today, as we observe Acadian Remembrance Day, we pause to reflect on the resilience, …
CANADA, December 13 - Health PEI is moving to Phase 2 of the health system transformation with a clear focus on three key priorities: ensuring primary care access for all Islanders, improving access and flow to acute care services, and building a …
CANADA, December 13 - For the first time, a direct ATV trail will connect the communities of O’Leary and Tignish allowing ATV club members to access 15 km of unpaved, low-volume provincial roads. The Province and the PEI ATV Federation reached a pilot …
CANADA, December 12 - A new program will help the agriculture industry on Prince Edward Island continue to build capacity and improve training for those working in it. Through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), Agriculture …
CANADA, December 11 - To support Island property owners during the on-going postal strike, the Government of Prince Edward Island has several options available for those who may have outstanding property tax balances. Those who need to check their property …
CANADA, December 10 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on Human Rights Day: "Human Rights Day, observed annually on December 10, reminds us of the values of equality, dignity, and respect that should be …
CANADA, December 9 - Islanders who are clients of Social Programs and receive the semiannual school-age allowance payment by mail can take steps to avoid service interruptions due to the Canada Post strike. This allowance is paid in August and December to …
CANADA, December 9 - Evangéline, Prince Edward Island – The building designs for the new education centre in Évangéline were unveiled today. This new centre will replace the school damaged by Hurricane Fiona and will be built on the same site. It will …
CANADA, December 5 - Far too often, Islanders feel the effects and impacts from impaired driving. On December 7, the Province is joining Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD Canada) and RCMP to say no to impaired driving. As part of MADD Canada’s Project …
