The Rural Women’s Business Centre is a place for women to find the support and inspiration they need to succeed in their business endeavours. Located in Central Bedeque, the Centre predominantly serves women in the central Queens to West Prince regions. Shelley Jessop, Manager, says the centre was established to make it easier to help women who don’t have the time to drive ... [Read More...]
Turning a passion into self-employment in the forestry industry
Tyson Regular is well-versed in the forestry industry. His father Marvin and grandfather Clarence were self-employed Forestry Processors, earning a living from natural resources. “It started with my grandfather Clarence, and every generation after followed in his footsteps,” says Tyson. He grew up shadowing Marvin and Clarence as they worked in woodlots. Now he is following ... [Read More...]
New HR Coordinator will help address shortage of Truck Drivers
Randy Shaw was hired last September as the HR Coordinator for the PEI Trucking Sector Council. One of his roles is to speak with people interested in a career in Trucking, and helps match job seekers and employers. He also works closely with industry to help develop new HR strategies and opportunities around everything from immigration and training, to recruiting ... [Read More...]
Leadership program helps youth gain employability skills
St. John Ambulance now offers SJA Connect, a health, safety, and leadership development program for young people aged 14 to 19. It is designed to improve the health, safety, confidence and competencies of youth through training, volunteer service, and leadership opportunities. “By delivering a variety of topics, youth learn useful skills essential for entering the ... [Read More...]
New community outreach centre offers all the right help under one roof
Right in the middle of Charlottetown, a refuge is open throughout the day for Islanders struggling with homelessness, poverty, and many other issues that require compassion and support. The centre offers a warm haven for people to have a snack, take a shower, do their laundry, access a phone and computer, and talk with community support representatives who are there to ... [Read More...]