In honour of Phyllis Pitre, former Chair of the Career Development Association of PEI Inc. (CDA of PEI) a bursary was established. The awards are for PEI adult learners who are working towards completing a post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree. At the age of 48, in November, 2011, Phyllis Pitre passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. She lived in ... [Read More...]
Long-standing PEI bioscience company is growing and hiring
Sekisui Diagnostics is an international bioscience firm with locations in the US, UK, Germany, and in the West Royalty Industrial Park on PEI. The Charlottetown operation is one of its largest, and produces clinical chemistry reagents used in hospitals and clinics around the world. “When patients get their blood tested, we make the clinical chemistry reagents that are mixed ... [Read More...]
Cookware manufacturing company adopts new technology and is hiring
About 60 people work for Meyer Housewares on PEI. The facility is currently revamping its operations with a state-of-the-art automation process. The new technology will help meet growing market demand in Canada and expand into new markets, improve productivity, and better accommodate the employees, as well as attract new ones. “Changes to the plant will make it a more ... [Read More...]
Networking connects PEI’s newest talent to the workforce
The more people you know, the more employment opportunities will come your way. That’s the reason behind PEI Network, a program from the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce. The service helps new graduates and new Islanders make connections with the business community that could lead to employment. The program focuses on three groups: New immigrants to ... [Read More...]
Growing western transportation company recruiting drivers for casual employment
Transportation West Inc. is celebrating 20 years in business. This not-for-profit organization is overseen by a volunteer board of directors and is managed by Sherry Tremblay. They provide transportation in the Alberton, Tyne Valley, O’Leary, Tignish, Ellerslie, and West Prince area. They are also available for a fee to transport individuals Island-wide for such reasons as ... [Read More...]
