submitted by The Employment Standards Branch An employee is entitled to an unpaid leave of absence if an emergency declared by government prevents an employee from performing work duties. The unpaid leave ends on the day that the emergency ends or the emergency no longer prevents an employee from performing work duties. An emergency may be one that has been declared under ... [Read More...]
Careers in the potato industry on PEI
by Heidi Riley “On PEI, agriculture is our number-one industry, and potatoes are the largest portion of that industry,” says Greg Donald, General Manager of the PEI Potato Board. “Agriculture is a pretty cool business to get into, whether it is on a farm or in the industry. It can open many doors, and there are more opportunities now than there were 30 years ... [Read More...]
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Click the individual articles below: Featured stories include: Virtual reality helps students experience construction careers An entrepreneur moves from India to PEI and launches a construction company with hiring needs Coating products company looking to hire this summer Driving school is hiring in-car instructors Local entrepreneurs reopens food ... [Read More...]
Students seeking summer jobs: Tips from the Tignish ER Centre
by Ruby Arseneault, Facilitator/Employment Coach, Tignish Employment Resource Centre It is that time of year again when the days become longer, and spring is here. Soon many post-secondary students and high school students will be looking for employment for the summer months. I have been the facilitator of the Tignish Employment Centre for almost 20 years. I help a great ... [Read More...]
Find free community tax clinics in your area
by Stacy Dunn Through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, community organizations host free tax clinics where volunteers file tax returns for people with modest incomes and a simple tax situation. COVID-19 protocols are in place. Videoconferencing, service by phone, and drop-off and pick-up services are available. 211 has further information on who is eligible to ... [Read More...]