College offering 12 microcredentials to support economy
June 5, 2023 – Holland College: Holland College will develop and deliver 12 microcredentials this year with more than $2.2 million of funding through the Canadian Colleges for …
McMaster University retirees continue to give back to the university
June 4, 2023 – University Affairs/ Challenge Factory: The McMaster University Retirees Association (MURA) is a fantastic example of how strong relationships with retired employees can contribute …
Retiring at 65: Is it an outdated idea?
June 4, 2023 – SE Health/ Challenge Factory: Zannat Reza talks with Lisa Taylor, author of The Talent Revolution and president of Challenge Factory, about the new era of work …
How to welcome a co-op student to your workplace the right way
June 4, 2023 – The Challenge Factory: Much of my professional development has occurred over Zoom. And like most of us, I became all too familiar with online work platforms during the …
An ageing workforce isn’t a disaster—it’s lifelong potential!
June 4, 2023 – Challenge Factory: An ageing workforce is not a disaster. It’s lifelong potential. Discover research-backed ways to tap into the 50+ hidden talent pool.
This 20-minute …
Semi-retirement working options helping employers navigate the ‘Great Labour Shift’
June 4, 2023 – Benefits Canada/ Challenge Factory: Lisa Taylor provides her expertise to Benefits Canada in this article about just how valuable older employees can be during labour …
New free respite care training program available
June 2, 2023 – Government of PEI: Canadian citizens and permanent residents in PEI can receive training to become a respite care professional at no cost through a new program.
In partnership …
Canada launches new process to welcome skilled newcomers with work experience in priority jobs as permanent residents
May 31, 2023 – Government of Canada: With employers eagerly seeking to fill countless vacant positions across the country, immigration emerges as a vital piece to solving this puzzle. …
Governments of Canada and PEI announce Drug Plan changes coming into effect on June 1, 2023
May 31, 2023 – Government of PEI: PEI to expand provincial drug coverage to make medication more affordable and accessible. No Canadian should have to choose between paying for prescription …
She came to PEI a decade ago to work in a fish plant. Now she’s an LPN
May 30, 2023 – CBC PEI: Zheny Angeles had put her dream of a health-care career on hold for a long time, but on Monday she officially marked the end of a long journey, graduating …
Cavendish transit routes to begin again, along with new year-round route to Rustico
May 30, 2023 – Government of PEI: On June 19, seasonal public transit service to Cavendish will resume, along with a new year-round route connecting Charlottetown and North Rustico.
Schedules …
Government introduces changes to income tax
May 26, 2023 – Government of PEI: Today during the Legislative Assembly, Government introduced amendments to the Income Tax Act that will result in more than $14 million remaining in …
Canada and PEI partner with Inclusions East locations to invest in opportunities for persons with disabilities
May 26, 2023 – Government of PEI: Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Transportation and …
Canada announces RHI funding for Summerside
May 25, 2023 – Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation: Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion; Rob Lantz, …
Budget presents plan to support and improve the lives of Islanders
May 25, 2023 – Government of PEI: Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Jill Burridge presented government’s 2023-24 operating budget to the Legislative Assembly, outlining a record $3 …
Provincial Budget 2023 – Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce Response
May 25, 2023 – Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce: The Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce (GCACC) welcomes investments in affordability in the 2023-24 provincial …
Police force shortages mean rosy job prospects for PEI program grads
May 25, 2023 – CBC PEI: The Atlantic Police Academy in Summerside expects all of its police sciences grads to have jobs lined up by the time they graduate in a few months’ …
Canada and Prince Edward Island partner to invest in active transportation corridors across the province
May 24, 2023 – Government of PEI: Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque and Ernie Hudson, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, announced a joint investment of more than …
PEI committed to Equal by 30
May 24, 2023 – Government of PEI: This year, the Equal by 30 campaign is celebrating its fifth anniversary and today, PEI becomes the third jurisdiction in Canada to sign on to this global …
Growing an innovative tourism industry in Prince Edward Island
May 23, 2023 – Government of Canada: Over the past two years, Prince Edward Island’s tourism operators have adapted, modernized, and diversifed their offerings to strengthen Atlantic Canada as a …
PEI new health care workers need could be more than 250 a year, says government report
May 17, 2023 – Government of PEI: A report on human resource needs for PEI’s health-care system outlines a need for thousands of new workers over the next 10 years.
Provincial Clinical …
Academy to reoffer Accelerated Correctional Officer Training Program
May 15, 2023 – Government of PEI: The Province, in partnership with the Atlantic Police Academy (APA), is once again offering Islanders the opportunity to pursue a career in correctional …
New office to help immigrants opens in Summerside
May 13, 2023 – CBC PEI: Newcomers immigrating to Prince Edward Island who are settling in the Summerside area have a new place to go for support and resources. The Immigrant and Refugee Services …
Throne Speech signals King Government to put a focus on healthcare, housing, and affordability measures for Islanders
May 12, 2023 – Government of PEI: The first session of the Sixty-seventh General Assembly of Prince Edward Island opened today with the reading of the Speech from the Throne by Hon. Antoinette …
BioAccelerator detailed engineering design contract awarded
May 10, 2023 – PEI BioAlliance: Following the recent announcement of provincial and federal financing for the BioAccelerator, a new 75,000 sq. ft. biomanufacturing center of expertise, the …
PEI projects getting to 200,000 population 4 years faster
May 10, 2023 – CBC PEI: The PEI government is projecting a population of 200,000 in 2030, a milestone that would be four years ahead of what the province expected only a year ago.
The …
PEI Alliance for Mental Well-Being awards over $1 million in enhanced support grants to eight organizations
May 10, 2023 – PEI Alliance for Mental Well-Being: The PEI Alliance for Mental Well-Being is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022-2023 winter cycle of its Focusing …
Learning through macrame: Students get ready to showcase their ArtsSmarts projects
May 5, 2023 – Government of PEI: Students Sadie Sudsbury and Ashlyn Sanderson stand together, coloring beads and looping a length of cord into what looks like a complicated design.
The …
UPEI student engineers solve challenges for community partners
May 4, 2023 – CBC PEI: From a better way to play bocce in a wheelchair, to a tracker that adjusts solar panels, this year’s projects by students at UPEI’s Faculty of Sustainable …
Fatigue a factor in PEI’s economic slowdown
May 4, 2023 – CBC PEI: The cooling of the PEI economy in 2022 is a reflection of the Island’s struggles recruiting workers, say representatives of the construction and agriculture …
Atlantic Physician Register launches
May 1, 2023 – Government of PEI: The Atlantic Physician Register will launch today, May 1, in the four Atlantic provinces. National Physicians’ Day is celebrated in Canada on May …
PEI Public Library Service adds assistive technology to their collection
April 27, 2023 – Government of PEI: The PEI Public Library Service has added assistive technology to its Library of Things collection to help make reading more accessible for …
Feedback needed from Island residents on future of energy
April 26, 2023 – Government of PEI: The Government of Prince Edward Island is asking Islanders to provide input on a reliable, affordable, and accountable energy future for the province.
The …
College to expand enrolment in Carpentry program
April 25, 2023 – Holland College: Holland College has announced that it will increase the number of students in its Carpentry program by twelve seats for this coming September.
Prince Edward …
Employers try creative ways to court workers at PEI job fair
April 25, 2023 – CBC PEI: Some employers on PEI are offering incentives to attract workers as the province’s labour shortage continues.
Prince Edward Island’s unemployment rate …
Seniors’ Food Pilot Program expands
April 25, 2023 – Government of PEI: The provincial government is expanding the Seniors’ Food Pilot Program to Murray Harbour and Murray River. This expands the Kings County Pilot outside of the …
Summerside Chamber taking steps to help businesses amidst labour shortage
April 24, 2023 – Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce: A recent survey conducted by the Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce revealed that 40 percent of local business owners polled …
PEI officials recruit nurses in Dubai to help fill job vacancies
April 24, 2023 – CBC PEI: As many as 31 new nurses could be heading to Prince Edward Island thanks to an international recruitment mission last month.
Officials with the province’s …
Welcoming international students and making friends from around the world
April 21, 2023 – Government of PEI: Wayne and Veronica Guindon love hosting family and friends in their home.
When their kids grew up and moved out, they thought it would be a great …
Update on post-tropical storm Fiona cleanup efforts
April 20, 2023 – Government of PEI: Throughout the winter, maintenance crews and private contractors have continued efforts to clean up from post-tropical storm Fiona. Now that spring is here …
Junior Achievement: Inspiring the next generation of Island entrepreneurs
April 20, 2023 – Innovation PEI: “Throughout my career working with the local business community, we often talked about the importance of instilling the spirit of entrepreneurship, financial …
Anti-Racism Microgrant available for community-led projects
April 17, 2023 – Government of PEI: The province’s Anti-Racism Table is supporting community-led Anti-Racism work through another round of Anti-Racism Microgrant funding for 2023.
“The …
Premier Dennis King unveils new Cabinet full of experience, drive and determination to deliver for Islanders
April 14, 2023 – Government of PEI: Premier Dennis King unveiled his new Cabinet today consisting of eleven other members who have the experience, knowledge, and expertise to move the ambitious …
Premier Dennis King announces changes to Senior Management team
April 14, 2023 – Government of PEI: After unveiling a new cabinet this morning, Premier Dennis King announced changes to the senior management team within Government to align with the renewed …
Major Stratford development one step closer to reality
April 13, 2023 – CBC PEI: Stratford town council made changes to its bylaws Wednesday night to make way for a massive residential and commercial development.
Located along the …
New report shows low-income Canadians are struggling financially but don’t have the help they need to recover
April 11, 2023 – Prosper Canada: A new study by national charity Prosper Canada, undertaken with funding support from Co-operators, finds that Canadians with low incomes are increasingly …
Black chamber of commerce launches PEI chapter
April 11, 2023 – CBC PEI: Black Island entrepreneurs will now have a new place to turn for help.
The Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) launched its PEI chapter on Thursday at an event …
PEI Repair Café planning to return with all the fixin’s
April 9, 2023 – CBC PEI: A service that helped Islanders fix items instead of throwing them out or buying new ones is coming back. The PEI Repair Café started in 2017, but shut down during the …
Alberta ad campaign urging Prince Edward Island workers to go west
April 6, 2023 – CBC PEI: A new ad campaign coming out of Alberta is attempting to convince skilled workers to leave PEI, which is also dealing with a labour shortage, and relocate to Western …
PEI employers vie to woo workers at job fair in ‘competitive’ market
April 6, 2023 – CBC PEI: Companies were hard at work wooing prospective employees at a job fair in Charlottetown this week.
The event at the Charlottetown Convention Centre included a range …
Government of Canada releases Budget 2023
March 28, 2023 – Government of Canada: Canada has made a remarkable recovery from the COVID recession. Canada’s economic growth was the strongest in the G7 over the last year, and today, 830,000 …
Job listings report for February 2023: WorkPEI
March 23, 2023 – Government of PEI: Check out new provincial and regional job listing reports featuring jobs from WorkPEI and Job Bank. This report is prepared by the Workforce Division of the …
Prince Edward Island Preserve Company acquires Fortune Bridge Brinery and announces job opportunities
The Prince Edward Island Preserve Company announces its acquisition of the Fortune Bridge Brinery and seeks to expand its team for the 2023 season.
Marsha and Adam Doiron, Owners, The Prince Edward …
ED Academy: Coaching, training, and mentorship for new executive directors
March 20, 2023 – United Way of PEI: The United Way of Prince Edward Island has developed a program specifically for new Executive Directors in the community sector who seek advanced leadership …
Project helps women in agriculture become more independent
March 19, 2023 – CBC PEI: About a dozen women gathered in Summerside to do some hands-on mechanical and technology training that will help them on their own farms.Organizers say they hope it …
PEI landscaper braces for a busy spring righting trees Fiona left leaning
March 14, 2023 – CBC PEI: When arborist and landscape horticulturist Kurt Laird first got the call about McKenna’s tree, he was being inundated with post-Fiona clean-up requests. The best …
Community groups brainstorm ways to overcome mental health challenges
March 14, 2023 – CBC PEI: As mental health resources on PEI become more in demand, community groups and non-profits are sharing ways to address some of the root causes and be better prepared for …
Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce calls on all parties to invest in people
March 14, 2023 – Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce: Today, the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce released its priorities to all political parties. Its recommendations …
Seven companies and businesspeople honored for their achievements at 2023 Entrepreneurs’ Gala
March 12, 2023 – RDÉE PEI: Seven businesses, organizations and individuals, all extremely dedicated to their mission and community, were honored with glamour and sincerity on March 11 in …
Houses built by PEI carpenters-in-training will end up as social housing
March 10, 2023 – CBC PEI: The social housing inventory on PEI is about to grow by at least 32 units, thanks to the work of carpenters-in-training in Summerside and Charlottetown.
Organizers …
What are physician assistants and how could they ease PEI’s health-care crisis?
March 9, 2023 – CBC PEI: Two PEI political parties are looking to physician assistants to help solve the province’s health-care crisis.
The Progressive Conservative and Green parties …
PEI horse owners worried about lack of veterinarians
March 8, 2023 – CBC PEI: Christina Lecky is worried about something happening to her horses. The owner and operator of Bracken Hill Stable in Baltic says she doesn’t have a veterinarian if …
Confederation Centre invites public to weigh in on planned $65M overhaul
March 4, 2023 – CBC PEI: The public will have the opportunity to weigh in on a major overhaul planned for Charlottetown’s Confederation Centre of the Arts at an open house later this …
More funding available to build resilient communities
March 3, 2023 – Government of PEI: Island not-for-profit organizations and municipalities can access financial assistance to further develop rural areas of Prince Edward Island.
Through the …
New recruitment incentives to strengthen healthcare workforce on PEI
March 3, 2023 – Government of PEI: The province is increasing the financial recruitment incentives for registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and midwives and adding a new financial incentive …
Province announces another 111 social housing units
March 3, 2023 – Government of PEI: Future social housing options continue to expand for families and seniors in need of support, within eleven different Island communities.
Through the …
Former Police Chief Dave Poirier to lead review of provincial response to Hurricane Fiona
March 3, 2023 – Government of PEI: Former Summerside Police Chief Dave Poirier will work with officials within the province’s Emergency Measures Organization, external consultants, and engage …
Geneviève Ouellette and Brent Chaisson earn $25,000 investment as winners of 2023 Francophone Ignition Contest
March 3, 2023 – RDÉE PEI: The dynamic duo of Geneviève Ouellette of Rollo Bay and Brent Chaisson of Miscouche impressed the judges the most at the finals of the 2023 Francophone Ignition Contest …
Summerside creates task force to find solutions to housing problems
March 2, 2023 – CBC PEI: Summerside has created a new task force that will attempt to come up with solutions to the lack of housing in the city.
Mayor Dan Kutcher announced Thursday the task …
Province partners with PEI Fishermen’s Association to develop e-log solution
March 2, 2023 – Government of PEI: Fishers in PEI will soon be using a new homegrown e-log system to help protect ocean resources.
To meet the reporting requirements set out by the …
Canada and PEI invest in a new building for the University of PEI Faculty of Medicine
March 2, 2023 – Governments of Canada and PEI: Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of …
More employment opportunities available in rural PEI
March 1, 2023 – Government of PEI: Businesses and not-for-profit organizations can increase economic development in rural areas of Prince Edward Island with support from a program offered by the …
26 social housing units planned for rural PEI
February 28, 2023 – Government of PEI: The Province will be adding another 26 social housing units for people in the rural communities of Kensington, Alberton and Mount Stewart.
The new mixed …
Free income-tax clinics to help Islanders get their taxes done start March 4
February 27, 2023 – Government of PEI: Free tax-help clinics will be available to Island residents with modest-to-no income and a simple tax situation who need assistance to complete their tax …
Province purchases 85 housing units
February 24, 2023 – Government of PEI: Another 85 new housing units are being added to the PEI social housing inventory after purchases by the PEI Housing Corporation over the last 18 …
Housing Challenge program accelerates development of over 250 new units on Prince Edward Island
February 23, 2023 – Government of PEI: A total of 48.7 million dollars in market rental housing and subdivision developments will be built for Islanders through the Housing Development Challenge …
College launches fully funded microcredentials
February 23, 2023 – Holland College: Prince Edward Island residents can now access fully funded microcredentials to help to increase skills and competencies and prepare them to meet the needs of …
Holland College Bioscience Technology program offers community lab course
February 21, 2023 – Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce: Holland College recently announced a new six-week evening course for members of the public who are interested in increasing …
Premiers discuss health, immigration, labour and housing Priorities
February 20, 2023 – Government of PEI: Atlantic Premiers met today to discuss important regional and national issues, chart a course for regional collaboration in 2023, and celebrate the opening …
Expansion of public transit, continuation of reduced transit fares
February 17, 2023 – Government of PEI: Public transit service in Prince Edward Island is set to expand with additional service on both rural and capital area transit routes.
A year-round …
Province partners with Holland College and Construction Association to build tiny homes
February 17, 2023 – Government of PEI: Tiny homes built by Holland College students and apprentices through the Construction Association will create 32 units to support Islanders on the social …
Funding to improve public beaches
February 17, 2023 – Government of PEI: A new funding program is available to enhance the user experience of beaches along the province’s coastline.
The Beach Infrastructure Program provides …
Islanders receive update on broadband connectivity
February 16, 2023 – Government of PEI: Government is sharing the first progress report from the Broadband Connectivity Strategy: 2021 – 2025.
The report provides an update on activities from …
PEI company to become global leader in biotech research
February 16, 2023 – Government of Canada: For over a decade, a family-owned biotechnology company on PEI has been making a name for itself around the globe, developing innovative and affordable …
Digital Adoption and E-commerce Development Grants available from ISED
February 16, 2023 – ISED Canada/ MAGNET: Technology and the pace of change has accelerated a lot in the last few years. If you are having difficulty keeping up, or want to optimize your …
New resources to keep workers and workplaces safe
February 16, 2023 – Workers Compensation Board of PEI: The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) has recently published four (4) new safety guides to support Island employers in keeping their workers …
Breaking ground at Georgetown Clean Tech Park
February 15, 2023 – Government of PEI: Work has begun on the future home of clean tech innovation and education in Prince Edward Island.
The Georgetown Clean Tech Park will be a 60-acre …
Access PEI office planned for Cornwall
February 15, 2023 – Government of PEI: An Access PEI office in Cornwall will help alleviate wait times, reduce travel, and improve service for residents.
The Department of Transportation and …
New Access PEI location offers enhanced services for Islanders
February 14, 2023 – Government of PEI: Access PEI Royalty Crossing will provide enhanced service for Islanders when it opens March 13, 2023.
Islanders can anticipate the same access to …
Job listings report for January 2023: WorkPEI
February 14, 2023 – Government of PEI: Check out new provincial and regional job listing reports featuring jobs from WorkPEI and Job Bank. This report is prepared by the Workforce Division of …
UPEI nursing student participating in Workplace Readiness Program
February 14, 2023 – The Guardian: UPEI nursing student Emily Wylie is being selected as P.E.I.’s winter 2023 participant in the Workplace Readiness Program.
The program gives a $1,500 …
New Anti-Racism Grant for community organizations
February 13, 2023 – Government of PEI: The provincial government invites non-profit and charitable organizations to apply for a one-time grant to assist with Anti-Racism activities that benefit …
PEI vacancy rate target out of reach without bigger workforce, says construction industry
February 10, 2023 – CBC PEI: The Construction Association of PEI says the provincial housing minister’s goal for the Island’s vacancy rate to go from less than one per cent to four …
New BioAccelerator to grow biomanufacturing capacity for Canada
February 10, 2023 – PEI BioAlliance: The Governments of Canada and PEI announced a $50 million investment in the BioAccelerator, the largest single investment in economic development …
2022 Labour Force Survey shows record growth in PEI’s employment sector
February 7, 2023 – Government of PEI: The 2022 Labour Force Survey for Prince Edward Island highlights a record year for employment and wage figures and showcases the strength of PEI’s growing …
Business Excellence Awards winners
February 3, 2023 – Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce: On February 2, members of the Island business community came together to celebrate the 2022 Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce …
Government of Canada provides funding to PEI to support crisis hotlines
February 3, 2023 – Government of Canada: Crisis hotlines are a lifeline to survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) and are critical support services.
Jenna Sudds, Parliamentary Secretary to …
Prince Edward Island recognizes Early Childhood Educator week
February 2, 2023 – Government of PEI: February 6-10 recognizes that early childhood educators play a vital role in early childhood development and help to shape children’s emotional, …
New forestry commission to help set a course for the future of PEI’s forests
January 31, 2023 – Government of PEI: A new forestry commission will help review the Island’s forest policy and legislation.
“As we work to implement all the recommendations of the emergency …
PEI school officials adapt to growing demand for English and French language classes
January 30, 2023 – CBC PEI: As more people move to Prince Edward Island from other countries and provinces, there’s an increasing need for extra classes to teach English and French.
At …
Atlantic ministers of health working together to improve health care
January 30, 2023 – Government of PEI: Atlantic ministers of health met today in Charlottetown to discuss intergovernmental health priorities, share information and seek opportunities to align …
Funding for tourism businesses for new products
January 27, 2023 – Government of PEI: A new funding program is available to inspire tourism businesses to think of new ideas that showcase Prince Edward Island as a year-round …
New Mental Health Structured Programming and Day Treatment facility unveiled; new programs announced for Islanders
January 26, 2023, Government of PEI: Islanders will soon have access to more mental health treatments, clinical care and life skills development through the new Mental Health Structured Programming …
Chamber announces 2023 President’s Excellence Awards winners
January 26, 2023 – Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce: Wednesday night was an evening of celebration for the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce as members of the Island …
Provincial fund again providing $25,000 investment for winner of Francophone Ignition Contest
January 25, 2023 – RDÉE PEI: Innovation PEI will once again provide $25,000 from its Ignition Startup Fund to RDÉE Prince Edward Island, the provincial francophone economic development council, …
Community Service Bursary amount doubles for students
January 20, 2023 – Government of PEI: Supports have doubled for high school students who volunteer at a registered volunteer organization and receive a Community Service Bursary.
More than …
The Government of Canada announces $40 million for hard-hit shellfish sector in Atlantic Canada
January 20, 2023 – Government of Canada: In the wake of Hurricane Fiona, people directly impacted by the storm have faced many challenges. With characteristic resilience, residents in those …
Start-up businesses supported by the Ignition Fund
January 19, 2023 – Government of PEI: Thanks to the Ignition Fund, Rachelle Wight will be able to increase her company’s brand awareness throughout Canada.
“Receiving this funding is a …
Mental Health and Addictions Access Line takes on services offered by The Island Helpline
January 19, 2023 – Government of PEI: PEI’s Mental Health and Addictions Access Line has increased staffing and capacity to include services offered through The Island Helpline, creating a more …
Funding for businesses helps extend tourism season
January 19, 2023 – Government of PEI: A new funding program is available for tourism businesses to invest in ways that will help extend the tourism season on Prince Edward Island. The Tourism …
Emergence announces five new team mentors to join incubator
January 17, 2023 – PEI BioAlliance: Emergence is pleased to announce that five new mentors have joined the incubator program as part of the MIT-inspired Team Mentorship Program. These seasoned …
New fund for the anniversary of PEI joining Confederation
January 16, 2023 – Government of PEI: A new fund will support projects that celebrate the 150th anniversary of Prince Edward Island joining Confederation.
The PEI 150 Celebration Fund is …
Funding program to support women and girls
January 12, 2023 – Government of PEI: Submissions are now being accepted for grants to benefit women and girls in Prince Edward Island.
The Interministerial Women’s Secretariat (IWS) …
Holland College Resident Care Worker Program in Souris accepting applications for September 2023
January 11, 2023 – Government of PEI: Holland College will offer a Resident Care Worker (RCW) program in Souris this September to address the need for more skilled workers in rural PEI, while …
Growing traditional sectors through innovation
January 6, 2023 – Government of Canada: Atlantic Canada’s traditional industries are a key source of community pride, vitality and identity. Investing in strategic planning and new technologies …
Internship program boosts PEI’s high-tech sector
January 5, 2023 – CBC PEI: PEI’s high-tech sector is getting a boost from an internship program called Mitacs.The not-for-profit innovation organization helps Canadian companies find …
Additional information sessions on the Provincial Disaster Financial Assistance Program
January 4, 2023 – Government of PEI: Island property owners and tenants, not-for-profit organizations, and small businesses impacted by Hurricane Fiona are invited to attend information …
Top PEI library picks for 2022
January 4, 2023 – Government of PEI: This past year was an exciting year for PEI Public Library Services. The new Charlottetown Library Learning Centre opened, hours expanded at Kensington …
Inflationary support payment for Islanders arriving this week
January 4, 2023 – Government of PEI: Islanders are reminded that beginning this week, inflationary support payments stemming from the $58 million investment announced by the Province in October …
New daycare facility planned for Summerside
January 3, 2023 – Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus: The Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a religious order of Sisters based in Summerside, are venturing to build a Daycare facility (the …
Reminder of minimum wage increase
December 30, 2022 – Government of PEI: 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 …
Dental hygienists encourage more men to join ‘female-dominated’ profession on PEI
December 26, 2022 – CBC PEI: Patients would sometimes be surprised when Gerald Proctor would introduce himself as their dental hygienist. Wait, a male dental hygienist?
Proctor is a rarity on …
Residents invited to information sessions on the Provincial Disaster Financial Assistance Program
December 12, 2022 – Government of PEI: Island property owners and tenants, not-for-profit organizations, and small businesses impacted by Hurricane Fiona are invited to attend one of six …
Help for Island residents to find Net Zero funding
December 9, 2022 – Government of PEI: A new website will help Islanders find funding to save them money on their energy bills.
The Net Zero Funding Navigator page asks Islanders a series of …
Island employers welcome immigrants in tight labour market
December 8, 2022 – CBC PEI: With job vacancy rates on PEI climbing, employers are welcoming the news that immigrants are becoming a bigger factor in the province’s workforce.
Census …
Safe Youth Award recipients share insights on workplace health and safety
December 8, 2022 – Workers Compensation Board: The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) 2022 Safe Youth Award recipients are two young people who came to value the importance of workplace health and …
Tourism operators on PEI offered free mental health support
December 7, 2022 – CBC PEI: The Tourism Industry Association of PEI and the province have teamed up for a new mental wellness program.
The Tourism Wellness Program is designed to help …
Island artists receive grants
December 7, 2022 – Government of PEI: Elizabeth Iwunwa says receiving an arts grant feels like a pat on the back.
Iwunwa is among 13 Island artists who recently received a total of $50,000 …
Growing enrolment has PEI’s francophone college mulling a move
December 6, 2022 – CBC PEI: Prince Edward Island’s francophone community college is looking for a site in Summerside on which to build a new campus.
Since it opened in 1993, Collège de …
UPEI’s Teaching and Learning Centre holds successful Faculty Academy Day
December 6, 2022 – UPEI: UPEI’s Teaching and Learning Centre held its first Faculty Academy Day on September 1, 2022 with 27 instructional staff attending sessions in their Robertson Library …
UPEI engineering students learn to communicate through design
December 6, 2022 – UPEI: UPEI Alumni Canada Games Place rang with cheers and laughter on Friday, December 1, as students in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering sparred off against …
Islanders invited to give their input during pre-budget consultations
December 6, 2022 – Government of PEI: Online submissions for pre-budget consultations open today allowing Islanders to share their input and ideas for the Province’s upcoming 2023-24 operating …
Regulation changes to support workers
December 6, 2022 – Government of PEI: Changes have been made to the Emergency Leave Regulations under the Employment Standards Act to ensure workers have job protection when they are …
Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce raises $1200 for Christmas Daddies Telethon
December 5, 2022 – Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce: The Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce were featured on the 59th Annual Christmas Daddies Telethon this past weekend. The Chamber …
Wide range of finalists to compete for Acadian Chamber’s entrepreneurial excellence awards
December 3, 2022 – RDÉE PEI: Eleven finalists from the Souris, Montague, Charlottetown, Rustico and Evangeline regions will be competing for five Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards from the …
A merchant, two managers and two farmers to be inducted into Acadian Business Hall of Fame in 2023
December 3, 2022 – RDÉE PEI: A late iconic merchant, two former consumer co-operative managers and two farmers with 50 and 72 years of dedication to their industry, all from the Evangeline …
Grand Opening of new independent living centre in Montague
December 2, 2022 – Government of PEI: Islanders with living with intellectual and/or dual disabilities will have more living accommodations in eastern PEI.
This Fall, Inclusions East …
PEI Tourism will benefit from investments to modernize offerings to help attract more visitors to the region
December 1, 2022 – Government of PEI: Canada has much to offer visitors: breathtaking landscapes and wide-open spaces, diverse and inclusive experiences, and welcoming people from coast to coast …
Projects receive provincial funding to help create a more inclusive Island
December 1, 2022 – Government of PEI: Lucky Fusca, executive director of the PEI Transgender Network Ltd., says receiving funding for their project will allow the organization to create a series …
New home heating program helps Islanders and the environment
November 30, 2022 – Government of PEI: A new pilot program will help Island homeowners upgrade their current heating system to a cleaner, more efficient system, while reducing the carbon …
PEI Home Heating program increases funding and is available year-round
November 30, 2022 – Government of PEI: The Province, in partnership with the Salvation Army, is offering financial support to Islanders who need help paying for their home heating costs.
The …
Province helps community centres reach net zero goals
November 30, 2022 – Government of PEI: Island community centres can now access additional funding to upgrade their facilities with heat pumps.
Through the Department of Environment, Energy …
Government providing supports for housing development
November 30, 2022 – Government of PEI: The Government of Prince Edward Island is announcing a new funding program to support the development of housing across PEI.
The Residential Unit …
Province invests 50 million into Housing Development Challenge pilot program
November 30, 2022 – Government of PEI: The Province is launching a new pilot program with that offers 2% financing along with property tax rebates for the construction of new rental …
Fiona further setback for construction industry that is still short workers
November 29, 2022 – CBC PEI: New construction work is slowing down on PEI, and there are more Islanders working in the trades, but Fiona has added pressure on an industry that has been running …
PEI to ramp up overseas job recruitment in 2023 after ‘amazing’ event in Dubai
November 28, 2022 – CBC PEI: With severe labour shortages on Prince Edward Island, more companies are looking to attract international workers and PEI’s Office of Immigration is ramping up …
BIOVECTRA named one of Canada’s top employers again in 2023
November 22, 2023 – BiOVECTRA: BIOVECTRA was selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for a second consecutive year and is considered amongst the country’s leading workplaces.
BIOVECTRA …
PEI’s post-pandemic job recovery remains strong, but volatile
November 20, 2022 – CBC PEI: The number of jobs on PEI has grown by seven per cent in the last year, and that strong growth following the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic is coming with a lot of …
Kensington residents will benefit from Credit Union Centre and water system upgrades
November 18, 2022 – Government of Canada: Today, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque; the Premier Dennis King and Rowan Caseley, Mayor of the Town of Kensington, announced $4.2 …
Support for incubator fuels growth in Atlantic Canadian bioscience sector
November 10, 2022 – Government of Canada: Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, announced a non-repayable contribution of $2,350,000 through the Regional Economic Growth …
New Access PEI site to support Queens County residents
November 9, 2022 – Government of PEI: A second Access PEI location in Charlottetown will help alleviate wait times for people and improve client services. The second Access PEI site will open at …
High school teachers Experience Holland College
November 8, 2022 – Holland College: Teachers from across the province paid a visit to Holland College recently during their annual convention to find out more about what the college has to offer …
Support for licensed home child care centres in Prince Edward Island
November 8, 2022 – Government of PEI: Grants and incentives are rolling out to support Island residents interested in providing licensed child care in their own home.
Licensed family …
Government of Canada releases 2022 Fall Economic Statement
November 3, 2022 – Government of Canada: Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, released the 2022 Fall Economic Statement. Amid global economic uncertainty, the …
Capital Budget commits to record investments for Province
November 2, 2022 – Government of PEI: Premier Dennis King and Finance Minister Mark McLane tabled the provincial government’s capital budget outlining a record spend of over $1 billion dollars …
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