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1,113 Press Releases
  • Published on July 10, 2024 - 21:23 GMT

    Allied Health Professionals eligible for recruitment incentive

    CANADA, July 10 - The province is increasing the financial recruitment incentives for allied health professionals to improve the healthcare system for people in PEI. The Allied Health Professional Recruitment Incentive will provide up to $10,000 with a …

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  • Published on July 9, 2024 - 22:56 GMT

    Bottle deposit increase requires legislative change

    CANADA, July 9 - The provincial government wants to encourage beverage container recycling so people will return more cans and bottles for recycling to help reduce litter on Island roadways.  A review of beverage container deposit and refund amounts is …

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  • Published on July 9, 2024 - 15:05 GMT

    Applications open for Wellness Grant Program

    CANADA, July 9 - Live Well PEI is now accepting applications for funding for new projects that can reduce barriers, increase supports, and enhance resources to make healthy living an easier choice for all Island residents.  Organizations, Indigenous …

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  • Published on July 8, 2024 - 17:57 GMT

    The PEI Public Library Service extends hours of French service libraries

    CANADA, July 8 - Island residents can now visit French service libraries more often with new extended hours this summer. The PEI Public Library Service is extending operating hours at all three French service libraries effective July 9, 2024. These new …

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  • Published on July 5, 2024 - 23:44 GMT

    Feedback wanted on upcoming legislative changes

    CANADA, July 5 - The Province is inviting members of the public and stakeholder groups to share their opinions on changes to provincial laws in PEI.  As the Department of Justice and Public Safety continues to regularly modernize provincial legislation, …

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  • Published on July 5, 2024 - 16:16 GMT

    Annual Statistical Review shows PEI economy continues to grow

    CANADA, July 5 - The 50th Annual Statistical Review shows that PEI still has the fastest growing economy among provinces, second only to the territory of Nunavut, despite economic expansion slowing for the second consecutive year. “We are marking 50 years …

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  • Published on July 4, 2024 - 19:21 GMT

    Government developing plan for a Provincial Food Waste Reduction Strategy

    CANADA, July 4 - Department of Agriculture 5th Floor, Jones Building 11 Kent Street, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 7N8 Phone: 902-368-4880 Fax: 902-368-4857 Follow us on X (formerly Twitter) Agriculture Information Desk 1-866-PEI FARM (734-3276) …

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  • Published on June 29, 2024 - 11:16 GMT

    Testing due to infection control breach at podiatry clinic

    CANADA, June 28 - Former clients of Johnson Podiatry who are looking to get tested due to a breach in infection control measures are advised to contact the Chief Public Health Office for testing at: footcaretesting@ihis.org or 1-800-958-6400. Today's  …

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  • Published on June 29, 2024 - 05:56 GMT

    Statement by Premier King on Canada Day

    CANADA, June 28 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement recognizing Canada Day: “On July 1st, we will join Canadians from coast to coast in celebrating Canada Day. Prince Edward Island has a proud place in the …

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  • Published on June 28, 2024 - 23:54 GMT

    Horses return to Confederation Trail

    CANADA, June 28 - Equestrians will once again have access to designated rural sections of the Confederation Trail from July 1 to October 31.  Equestrians can use the following designated areas on the Confederation Trail from 30 minutes after sunrise to 30 …

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  • Published on June 28, 2024 - 17:15 GMT

    Podcast explores the hidden history of PEI

    CANADA, June 28 - With production on a fifth season now underway, the hidden island podcast has come a long way since its beginnings in 2020. The podcast, which is released by the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation, has seen its number of listeners grow …

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  • Published on June 25, 2024 - 20:17 GMT

    Driving Progress: Atlantic Premiers Focus on Affordability, Housing, Health Care and the Economy

    CANADA, June 25 - Atlantic Premiers met virtually today to discuss shared priorities and progress on collaborative work in areas of importance to Atlantic Canadians. This includes initiatives to improve affordability, housing, and health care, along with …

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  • Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:31 GMT

     Infection Control Breach at Podiatry Clinic

    CANADA, June 24 - The Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) is investigating a break in infection prevention and control measures at Johnson Podiatry, 142 Longworth Avenue in Charlottetown, which occurred between January 1st, 2022 to April 8th, 2024.   …

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  • Published on June 22, 2024 - 18:30 GMT

    Statement by Premier Dennis King on National Indigenous Peoples Day

    CANADA, June 21 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement:  “Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and …

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  • Published on June 22, 2024 - 12:46 GMT

    New funds for municipal infrastructure

    CANADA, June 21 - A $200-million federal government investment over ten years will help PEI’s communities build and revitalize essential infrastructure for community well-being, growth and housing. The Government of Canada and the Province signed the …

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  • Published on June 22, 2024 - 07:13 GMT

    Summer reading program now available

    CANADA, June 21 - Island children looking for their next summer reading list can head to their local library and take part in the TD Summer Reading Club. As Canada’s biggest bilingual summer reading program, the TD Summer Reading Club has helped connect …

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  • Published on June 22, 2024 - 01:16 GMT

    Task Force named to improve services for Islanders with complex needs

    CANADA, June 21 - As part of its ongoing efforts to improve supports and services for Islanders with complex needs, Government today launched a Task Force to develop an action plan for improvements and enhancements to programs and services provided by …

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  • Published on June 21, 2024 - 18:55 GMT

    Prince Edward Island expands recycling program, adds electronics like smart watches

    CANADA, June 21 - After having continued success in small appliance expansion, the Government of Prince Edward Island will be adding more electronics to its recycling program.  Effective October 1, 2024, electronics used in sports or physical fitness and …

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  • Published on June 21, 2024 - 11:43 GMT

    Statement by Premier King to the Class of 2024

    CANADA, June 20 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement to the graduating Class of 2024: “To the graduating class of 2024, I extend my sincerest congratulations on your graduation. This is a significant …

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  • Published on June 21, 2024 - 04:58 GMT

    Honouring automotive history

    CANADA, June 20 - For fifteen years, antique vehicle owners across Prince Edward Island have been celebrating Automotive Heritage Month every July – and this year, they are making it official.  PEI is joining the National Association of Automobile Clubs of …

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