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October 4, 2022: Atlantic Canadians and Quebecers are resilient. In the wake of Hurricane Fiona’s devastation, thousands are rebuilding their homes and communities, and businesses of all sizes are …

October 3, 2022: Maritime Electric, arborists and road crews continue to make progress for residents and critical infrastructure province-wide. With hundreds of crew members on Island roadways, PEI …

September 30, 2022: Island households facing financial hardship from Hurricane Fiona may be eligible to receive $250 in financial support for things like food, gas and other basic needs.  “Everyone …

Islanders who have been impacted by Hurricane Fiona will receive financial support from the Province.  “We have had devastating impacts from Hurricane Fiona, putting many Islanders in …

September 23, 2022 –  RDÉE PEI: Several community, co-op and economic development partners have joined forces again this year to host a drawing contest for children in grades K-6. The goal is to …

September 20, 2022 – CBC PEI: COVID-19 restrictions may have been lifted in most settings across the Island, but community organizations who depend on volunteers say the pandemic is still having an …

September 15, 2022 – RDÉE PEI: French-speaking businesspeople interested in learning more about sustainable development, including its « profits, people and planet » concepts, are invited to …

September 15, 2022 – West Prince Graphic: Ruby Arsenault remembers when she first started working at the Tignish Employment Resource Centre in 2002. “I was shy and timid, and I’m not shy and timid …

September 14, 2022 – CBC PEI: The organizer in charge of developing a long-awaited midwifery program on Prince Edward Island says regulations are on track to be approved by the end of this year. …

September 13, 2022 – CBC PEI: The PEI government is posting a position for an international recruitment co-ordinator in an effort to get more foreign-trained health-care workers employed on the …

September 13, 2022 – Government of PEI: Charlottetown’s Access PEI will open Saturday mornings, starting September 17, to meet the needs of Island residents and alleviate wait times. Access PEI …

September 13, 2022 – Government of Canada: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Credit helps offset the financial impact of the GST for low- and modest-income people and families. The credit is paid …

Skills Canada PEI is hosting Try-A-Trade for girls aged 11 to 15 for National Skilled Trade and Technology Week coming up in November. Submitted by Skills Canada PEI Join us on Friday, November …

September 8, 2022 – CMHA PEI: – The Canadian Mental Health Association/PEI Division (CMHA- PEI) is pleased to announce the launch of a new 2022 edition of the PEI Helping Tree, featuring a fresh, …

September 7, 2022 – CBC PEI: The PEI government is poised to boost funding for public transit across the Island, according to the province\’s transportation minister. Cory Deagle says demand has been …

September 7, 2022 – CBC PEI: A legislative committee has been given a look at PEI’s updated population action plan, which estimates the province could be home to 201,000 people by 2035. Kal Whitnell, …

September 6, 2022 – Government of PEI: A new pilot program supports projects or initiatives that directly contribute to making Prince Edward Island a more inclusive province. The Gender, Equity, …

September 6, 2022 – CBC PEI: The rising cost of food has led to a rising need for community fridges on Prince Edward Island, charity officials say. PEI\’s first 24-hour community fridge opened last …

September 1, 2022 – Next Level Group: A great resume will get your foot in the door with top manufacturing companies, but interviews are what seal the deal. Your interview is a chance to explore what …

September 1, 2022 – Government of PEI: The Province is inviting Island residents to share their opinion on the new draft Mental Health Act. The new act provides for the treatment, care and supervision …

August 31, 2022 – Government of PEI: The department of Social Development and Housing is pleased to release progress reports on the Community Needs Assessment on Emergency Shelters and the Needs …

August 30, 2022  – Government of PEI: Students, families, teachers and staff should plan for a near-normal return to school this year as K-12 public school starts on September 7, 2022 There have been …

August 29, 2022 – Government of Canada: An active lobster and snow crab fishery is an important economic and cultural resource for the Lennox Island First Nation community on Prince Edward Island. The …

August 26, 2022 – CBC PEI: The owner of a plumbing company on Prince Edward Island says he’s trying a new approach to attract new people to the industry. Brad MacAulay, owner of High Valley Heating …

August 25, 2022 – Government of PEI: Young Island residents can gain valuable experience volunteering with not-for-profit organizations. The Youth-on-Board project has been renewed for a second year …

August 25, 2022 – Government of Canada: Canada’s economic recovery is well underway. We have recovered 115% of the jobs lost during pandemic. In fact, our economic growth is beginning to outpace the …

August 24, 2022 – Government of Canada: Canada’s economic recovery is well underway. We have recovered 115% of the jobs lost during pandemic. In fact, our economic growth is beginning to outpace the …

August 24, 2022 – CBC PEI: About 2,700 volunteers have already signed up for the 2023 Canada Winter Games on PEI, more than half of what is needed, according to CEO Kyle Dudley. “Volunteers are the …

August 24, 2022 – Government of PEI: Minister of Economic Growth, Tourism and Culture, Bloyce Thompson issued the following statement congratulating the Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward …

August 23, 2022 – Council of Atlantic Premiers: Atlantic Premiers met today to continue their collaborative efforts to demonstrate leadership in the pursuit of emissions reductions, clean power …

August 18, 2022 – CBC PEI: Prince Edward Island tourism officials have released statistics for June, showing the best June ever on record for the industry and pointing to a possible record-breaking …

August 17, 2022 – Playback Magazine: Prince Edward Island’s 63 Lights Entertainment will bring Jeremy Larter’s Who’s Yer Father? to life thanks to Innovation PEI’s new Film Production …

August 17, 2022 – Government of PEI: Extra funding for Prince Edward Island’s KidSport program is boosting demand from families interested in having their children participate in sport programs “Our …

August 16, 2022 – UPEI: The University of Prince Edward Island is reaching out to the PEI community for assistance in helping students find housing.  With the start of classes coming up on September …

August 16, 2022 – Government of PEI: Provincial funding is available for local groups wishing to establish new food resources and increase access to Island food for their community. The Island …

August 12, 2022 – Government of Canada: Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of  Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities; Bobby …

August 11, 2022 – CBC PEI: The University of Prince Edward Island will now require all graduating students to have completed a course in Indigenous Studies. The course, part of the university’s newly …

August 9, 2022 – Government of PEI: Thanks to the Ignition Fund, Rachael Sonola, will be able to further develop Sonola Sweets’ products for the wholesale market. “This fund will facilitate our …

August 9, 2022 – CBCPEI: Officials with PEI\’s Public Schools Branch say traditional methods of recruitment aren’t sufficient anymore — and this summer, they’re trying a new approach to help attract …

August 5, 2022 – Government of Canada: Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces that promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to …

August 5, 2022 – CBC PEI: PEI’s unemployment rate rose almost a full percentage point in July, but remained in record low territory. Statistics Canada released the monthly labour force survey Friday …

August 2, 2022 – Government of Canada: The Government of Canada recognizes the tremendous social, cultural and economic benefits that international students bring to Canada. Canada’s diverse and …

August 2, 2022 – Government of PEI : Comedy is a serious business. Just ask Tanya MacCallum. “Art is an occupation,” says the local stand-up comedian who uses the stage name Tanya Nicolle. “You may …

July 27, 2022 – Government of Canada: Canada has much to offer visitors: breathtaking landscapes and wide open spaces; diverse and inclusive experiences; and welcoming people from coast to coast to …

July 27, 2022 – PEI Businesswomen’s Association: The PEI Business Women’s Association (PEIBWA) is pleased to announce that Sarah Bennetto O’Brien, owner of The Handpie Company located in Albany, PEI …

July 25, 2022 – Government of PEI: Islanders can now receive personalized traffic and road condition information through the province’s 511 traveller information service. The enhanced 511 service …

July 25, 2022 – Government of Canada: Sustained economic growth in Atlantic Canada requires strong federal-provincial collaboration. Atlantic premiers and federal ministers are focused on addressing …

July 22, 2022 – Government of PEI: Teresa Tu provides support to Island business owners by connecting them with global talent when they are having trouble filling job vacancies locally. “We help …

July 20, 2022 –  RDÉE PEI: A record of 35 Island post-secondary students, studying primarily in out-of-province institutions, are benefiting from a 10 to 12-week internship in their field of …

July 19, 2022 – RDÉE PEI: The Francophone apprentice-entrepreneurs from this year’s edition of the Jeunes millionaires Young Millionaires program are ready to sell a wide variety of products this …

July 15, 2022 – Betakit: At Startupfest 2022, people clad in Startup Atlantic shirts, hats, and pins were everywhere. Launched by a network of accelerators, incubators, and investors from across …

July 15, 2022 – Government of PEI: Premier Dennis King announced changes to the provincial cabinet today. The following MLAs were given new ministerial responsibilities this morning during a ceremony …

July 13, 2022 – CBC PEI: An Island-wide staffing shortage in dental clinics is causing a backlog of appointments, and it’s forcing some patients on PEI to wait months before receiving care. “As with …

July 13, 2022 – Government of PEI: The Annual Statistical Review released today, provides an analysis of the province’s economic state, shows areas that continued to be affected by the COVID-19 …

July 12, 2022 – Government of PEI: Today, Canada’s Premiers focused their discussion on affordability issues now confronting Canadians and on fostering a strong post-pandemic economic recovery in the …

July 12, 2022 – Government of PEI: Canada’s Premiers came together in Victoria for their first in person meeting in over two years, to emphasize the urgent need for a new, sustainable health care …

July 12, 2022 – Government of PEI: Federal, provincial and territorial ministers most responsible for early learning and child care gathered today to advance shared priorities in early learning and …

July 11, 2022 – CBC PEI: Sometimes it can be hard for Sandra Jollimore to focus or understand. She says she struggled a lot before she was diagnosed with a learning disability more than 20 years ago. …

July 6, 2022 – Government of PEI: Construction has started on the new Tremploy Skills Development Centre to provide vocational training and support services for individuals with intellectual …

July 5, 2022 – Government of PEI: Jeana MacIsaac says receiving an arts grant allows her to make theatre accessible to everyone. MacIsaac is among 16 Island artists who recently received a total of …

July 4, 2022 – Government of PEI: This week, over 90,000 Island residents will receive a relief payment to support those most affected by pressures brought on by inflation. The inflationary support …