Employment & Business News

October 2026

• October 23 – STEAM PEI is hosting a new Provincial Project: Careers in BIOScience -The first session is November 25th with a $20.00 registration fee.
• October 23 – Islanders with intellectual disabilities can now get help navigating an ‘overwhelming’ justice system- CBC News
• October 23 – These groups are making sure Island kids stay warm this winter- CBC News
• October 23 – Lynn MacNeill’s story of gender-based violence sparked a movement on P.E.I.: The first circle of safety and support process. CBC News
• October 23 – Prince Edward Island Named North America’s Best Cruise Destination at 2026 World Cruise Awards- CTV news
• October 22 – Post Secondary – Wage Subsidy of up to $5,000 – Fall 2026 Term Funding Update – EMC’s WILWorks Post Secondary SWPP funding platform is now open for eligible applications for the 2026 Fall placement term. NEW – Micro and small businesses are no longer required to meet net new calculations and students completing a work experience may now qualify.
• October 22 – CareerWise Weekly- Oct 20, 2026
• October 22 – Starting a new position brings new expectations, relationships and challenges. How can career development professionals help clients navigate this transition with confidence?
• October 22 – Dedicated teachers, mentors, parents, and guardians are encouraged to challenge youth to think outside of the box to Imagine a Canada reconciled: up to 12 pieces from the art and essay stream will be selected to be featured in a special artbook and up to 15 projects will receive grant funding (up to $1500) to make their projects happen. Submission deadline Jan 22, 2027
• October 22 – Meet Dr. Aleisha Murnaghan, UPEI alumna (Class of 2002), emergency medicine physician at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, and director of medical program development with the UPEI Faculty of Medicine. Read how she followed her career path on PEI.
• October 22 – Ready Willing and Able has supported more than 500 people with an intellectual disability or autism to pursue post-secondary education or training as a career milestone. In recognition of Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM), RWA will be joined by Professor Laverne Jacobs, Inclusion New Brunswick, and current students to discuss key learnings from the RWA experience. Webinar Oct 30
• October 22 – CAPEI Spotlight is on Mach Developments Ltd., based in Souris, Prince Edward Island. The company provides renovation and custom build solutions, commercial construction, and full-service electrical work
• October 22 – Too often, career development only enters the picture when something breaks. In this Canadian HR Reporter article, CERIC Board Chair Keka DasGupta explains why organizations need connected “career infrastructure,” where learning, mobility, mentoring and succession planning work together instead of in silos.
• October 22 – This episode is all about Soleil’s Farm, and the team behind it. Soleil Hutchinson and Lauren King are local farmers who, every season, assemble a team of people dedicated to caring for both the land and for one another.
• October 22 – Toronto-based startup Yadag is helping farms solve a major challenge: finding and managing the workers they need. Their platform connects farms with seasonal workers and helps simplify the process of hiring, onboarding and managing them.
• October 22 – The International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026- telling their stories
• October 22 – BioNetworking is a quarterly series put on by the PEI BioAlliance to bring the bio-cluster community together. This particular BioNetworking session will bring together companies, investors and funding partners for a practical discussion about financing growth at different stages – from early commercialization through to growth and scale. Oct 29
• October 22 – The PEI Human Rights Commission is inviting you to nominate individuals, groups, organizations and youth for the 2026 PEI Human Rights Award and the Samuel Mackenzie Lowe Youth Leadership Award. Nominations are open until 4:00 p.m. on November 20, 2026.
• October 22 – The PEI Insider Information Conference & Festival- Learn the secrets to living a successful, happy life on PEI — lessons gathered over decades — while you enjoy a festival celebrating who we now are, in all our glorious diversity.
• October 22 – UPEI sees 20% drop in international student enrolment from last year – CBC news
• October 22 – New paramedic station in Montague will create ‘room to grow,’ says Island EMS – CBC news
• October 22 – Chambers of commerce from across P.E.I. have come together to take a closer look at the Island’s economy. David Campbell and Ben Parsons join CBC News: Compass host Wayne Thibodeau to talk about findings from a new economic report. CBC News
• October 22 – Join peers from across Atlantic Canada to explore emerging workplace law topics, strengthen your understanding of employer obligations, and gain practical strategies you can apply immediately within your organization. Dec1
• October 19 – Opening doors, fostering futures during Foster Family Appreciation Week
• October 19 – PEI Business Podcast with Chad Heron, CEO of Cows! Get the inside scoop
• October 19 – New Manager Training – Performance Management
• October 19 – Unusual fish creates aquaculture opportunity in P.E.I. — The Guardian
• October 19 – Come inside the UPEI Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Centre to explore the simulation spaces, medical laboratories and the spaces where Memorial Regional Campus learners are preparing for their future careers. October 24
• October 19 – Elections Canada aims to have all polling places and local Elections Canada offices reflect the diversity of Canada’s communities. That means we are looking to hire more members of the following groups:
• October 19 – A dozen bilingual businesses from Prince Edward Island will explore «very good sales opportunities» during a specialized fall sales mission that extends far beyond usual.
• October 16 – Standard First Aid Training — October 29 — In PEI, most workplaces now need Standard First Aid. If your certificate is expiring, or you’re starting a new role, this is the session for you.
• October 16 – Workplace Skills Training — SkillsPEI can cover up to 50% of eligible direct training costs to help new or existing employees build skills that meet businesses’ needs.
• October 16 – Navigating career development for autistic individuals with lower to moderate support needs
• October 16 – How leaders can create healthier team cultures without carrying everything themselves
• October 16 – Additional federal funding is available for businesses to adopt AI, improve their operations, and bring new AI technologies to market.
• October 16 – WILWorks Skilled Trades in Advanced Manufacturing — This employer-friendly approach integrates training easily into the workplace while allowing participants to gain valuable, real-world experience during a training period of 8 weeks or more.
• October 16 – Invisible Disabilities and Workplace Inclusion — Virtual, November 11
• October 16 – UPEI hosting a Dalhousie College of Pharmacy Information Session — November 4
• October 14 – Meet Temiloluwa “Rosetta” Shokunbi, UPEI Sustainable Design Engineering student (Class of 2026)
• October 14 – Intro to Strategic Communications for Nonprofit Organizations Workshop
• October 14 – Coats for Kids Campaign collecting winter clothes for P.E.I. families until end of October — CBC News
• October 13 – The Mental Health & Addictions Capital Redevelopment Project is currently underway, with the Mental Health and Addictions Acute Care Facility and Life Skills Centre, Wellness and Transition Centre, and other key components taking shape.
• October 13 – UPEI Student and Industry Tech Mixer — November 2 — Bringing together the best of local tech ecosystem: UPEI students, faculty, and staff alongside IT Alliance members, Foundry residents, recent graduates, and local tech professionals.
• October 13 – P.E.I. must hire more behaviour support staff for schools, teachers’ federation says — CBC News
• October 13 – CareerWise Weekly — October 13, 2026
• October 13 – Green careers are everywhere: helping clients navigate the greening of work
• October 13 – An early peek into purposeful work — youth and students employment journeys
• October 9 – Study Abroad Canada College Open House — Careers in Healthcare — Thinking about a career in healthcare? Come see what your next step could look like at SAC College. October 17, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., 149 Mount Edward Road, Charlottetown, 4th floor.
• October 9 – Nonprofit Workshop: Employment Standard’s Act Updates & Review (Summerside) — Hosted by Community Sector Network of PEI. October 20, 10–11 a.m., ADL Room, Summerside Rotary Library. Review provincial employment standards updates with Robert Yeo and Sarah Outram. Free admission.
• October 9 – McDougall Faculty of Business Career Day: Panels & Networking — November 5 at UPEI’s Don and Marion McDougall Hall. Panels begin at 1 p.m.; networking mixer 3:30–5:30 p.m. Connect with industry professionals and UPEI’s future business leaders. RSVP for the mixer; panels do not require registration.
• October 9 – CAPEI is holding a second information session on Wednesday, October 14th for their Skilled Newcomer In Construction Program.
• October 9 – Meet Dr. Gillian MacLean, a neonatologist, medical educator and UPEI’s Physician Lead, Clerkship. With extensive experience in both clinical care and medical education, she helps shape the clinical learning experience for the future UPEI medical doctor program.
• October 9 – Women in law enforcement gather in P.E.I. to share their challenges and look to the future — CBC News
• October 9 – A filmmaker from Morell is screening her first short film at Anchorfest in Charlottetown on October 16.
• October 9 – Looking to build your skills in routine adult venipuncture? Hone your practical skills and build confidence with Holland College’s Routine Adult Venipuncture training.
• October 9 – Holland College and the Holland College Foundation recently celebrated the opening of Donor and Alumni Hall, a new space dedicated to recognizing the generosity, achievements, and lasting impact of donors and alumni who have helped shape the college and the lives of its students.
• October 9 – What Drives Career Engagement? The Predictive Role of Socioemotional Skills and Career Adaptability
• October 7 – Community Legal Information — Free Planning Ahead Presentations — Learn about powers of attorney, personal directives, health care directives and wills. October 14 in O’Leary, October 27 in Montague, October 28 in Charlottetown and November 4 online; noon–2:30 p.m.
• October 7 – CSNPEI Holiday Season Potluck — November 27 — Celebrate the holiday season and enjoy warm conversations with PEI’s community sector.
• October 7 – CSNPEI offers practical, self-paced courses for PEI’s community sector — Explore learning opportunities designed for small, busy community organizations.
• October 7 – Young P.E.I. students are getting food after the school week ends thanks to these volunteers — CBC News
• October 7 – Province adds 82 new long-term care beds at Whisperwood
• October 7 – PEI Chambers Small Business Week — October 19–23 — Celebrate entrepreneurship and the small businesses that drive PEI’s economy. View the Island Chambers’ schedule.
• October 7 – UPEI ExEd Science Student and Industry Pizza Mixer — October 30 — Join UPEI ExEd for lunch and meaningful connections with local science industry professionals, designed specifically for science students.

• October 7 – PEI Inclusive Employment Breakfast at the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre, Rotary Auditorium. Hosted by CCRW PEI in partnership with ODEN (Ontario Disability Employment Network) as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), this event will bring together employers, community organizations, and employment professionals to discuss inclusive hiring, workplace accessibility, and building more inclusive workplaces across PEI. October 16, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Click to register.

• October 5 – Learn how to use AI to improve productivity, increase efficiency, and stay competitive with Holland College’s AI for Manufacturing Professionals program.
• October 5 – Opportunities and Challenges for Workers in the Not-For-Profit Sector- new report
• October 5 – A new accessible transportation service, Cudmore’s Accessible Cab, is now available for residents and visitors with disabilities across Charlottetown, Stratford, and Cornwall.
• October 5 – CPP public meetings provide Canadians with an opportunity to engage and ask questions of senior leaders about how the CPP Fund is working for them. We hold in-person meetings across the country as part of our commitment to engage directly with the more than 22 million contributors and beneficiaries of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). Oct 26
• October 5 – P.E.I. gets $32M to keep prescription drugs more affordable for Islanders – CBC News
• October 5 – Islanders were able to explore small businesses and learn more about the fibre industry at this year’s P.E.I. Fibre Festival where vendors say local support is critical in today’s economy. CBC News
• October 5 – Pitch Battles returns this fall for its third edition, along with major changes to the program! Get teamed up with fellow UPEI and Holland College students to create a business idea and compelling pitch over the course of three days within a mystery theme that will be revealed at the start of the competition! Access mentors with a diverse background of experience to help you develop your concept. Nov 6,7,8
• October 2 – Who makes your legal decisions if you lose the ability to? A new document lets you name them – CBC news
• October 2 – Home heating program applications available through Access PEI this fall
• October 2 – CreativePEI’s roundtables on arts, culture, and AI, held in May and June of 2026, report on the five roundtable discussions, including many quotations from participants and information about participants’ use of AI are included in the full report, along with the highlights and summaries. Take note of a participant of Career Bridges was on the team to produce the report. Way to go!
• October 2 – National Careers in Construction Month – CAPEI is celebrating the many career opportunities available in PEI’s construction industry.
• October 2 – Small business week- Innovation PEI + BioFoodTech Open House- Oct 19
• October 2 – Small Business Week Lunch & Learn with Coltin Handrahan at Mill River Resort: Own Your Stack: AI-Built Software for Small Business
• October 2 – Agriculture is evolving. Grow your skills with it. UPEI Fundamentals in Sustainable Agriculture develops practical knowledge of sustainability and emerging approaches in agriculture. Online self pace course
• October 2 – UPEI- The Adult Learner – Course Design and Facilitation Workshop develops practical skills to design meaningful learning experiences and facilitate them with confidence. For trainers, facilitators, educators, subject matter experts, and professionals who want to deliver learning at a higher level.
• October 2 – Are you an emerging career development or employment professional? Apply for the Young Professionals Bursary to attend Cannexus27 virtually, Jan. 25-27, 2027. Deadline Oct 14
• October 1 – Take Farm Safety Courses Online
• October 1 – Bursaries Available for Women-Identifying Island Student Residents
• October 1 – PEI Literacy Alliance is Celebrating the power of literacy at this free community event. Honour this year’s award recipients while enjoying a catered reception with refreshments, the wit of comedian and emcee Patrick Ledwell, and a special musical performance by Carlie Howell.
• October 1 – Debt is becoming an increasingly difficult reality for many people across Canada. At the same time, affordable and trustworthy help can be difficult to find when people need it most. Recently Prosper Canada brought together experts and stakeholders from across the debt-help ecosystem to examine these challenges and identify opportunities for change. The result is their new Debt Help Roundtable: Insights Report.
• October 1 – UPEI Certificate in Collaborative Leadership builds the skills to lead people, strengthen teams, navigate challenges, and achieve results together.
• October 1 – The Back to Ag Program is a funding project focused on supporting the cost of adaptive technology for farmers that have experienced a traumatic injury.
• October 1 – All November, CDS will be celebrating Career Month by hosting free events to learn about careers in demand on PEI.
• October 1 – Participants build practical skills to strengthen workplace culture and leadership practices that support a resilient manufacturing workforce. Fully Funded Training – Attract and Retain New Employees! Next session starts October 26, 2026.
• October 1 – Island students find the path to employment at first career pathways fair – CBC News
• October 1 – New school next to L.M. Montgomery Elementary now has a name – CBC News
• October 1 – Holland College IT Industry Expo 2026 – company register info and more info
• October 1 – October is lightning-talk night, one of PEI Devs’ most popular formats: an intellectual variety show of 7-minute talks, with a hard stop. Topics are wide open. First meet – Oct 8 and goes from there. PEI IT Alliance News
• October 1 – AI Together is a weekly room where PEI learns to build with AI, side by side. No background in AI needed.
• October 1 – Vivian Beer is the Manager, HR Strategy for the PEI BioAlliance, where she is leading AI readiness strategic support for the sector. She also has her own company, Merdock, where she provides sector-based HR strategy services and manages one-to-one business meetings programs for conferences. Outside of work, Vivian is a vocalist and composer. PEI IT Alliance News

September 2026

• September 28 – Life After High School
• September 28 – Breakfast with Toni Gravelle, Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada
• September 28 – Small Business Week In Eastern PEI
• September 28 – Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce
• September 28 – March of Dimes Canada TechEmpower Webinars
• September 28 – Join Canadian Parents for French for our Virtual Bilingual Career Fair to support students’ by providing ready-to-use videos and classroom resources. From November 16-27, 2026!
• September 28 – Beyond Silence: Breaking the Stigma, Celebrating Recovery
• September 28 – The Career Development Forum
• September 28 – Canadian Coast Guard career information sessions
• September 28 – Fall 2026 conferences for career and workforce professionals
• September 28 – Community Sector Network PEI Events Calendar
• September 28 – The Government of Prince Edward Island has launched an online registry of skilled tradespeople, making it easier for employers to verify credentials and supporting labour mobility across Canada.
• September 28 – PEI Arts Grants applications are open September 21 at 12 p.m. to October 19 at 4 p.m.
• September 28 – CAPEI Jobsite Highlight: Mallard Painting brings a downtown home back to life
• September 28 – CareerWise Weekly — September 29, 2026
• September 28 – Innovation PEI Small Business Week activity series (October 19–23, 2026)
• September 28 – First quarter update provides early results, shows resilient economy
• September 28 – Province suspends provincial fuel tax to ease cost of living
• September 28 – Innovation PEI launches Small Business Week activity series
• September 28 – Connection 2 Employment PEI
• September 28 – SkillsPEI Employment Assistance Services: find service providers across PEI
• September 28 – Latest issue of the Canadian Journal of Career Development
• September 28 – New Francophone PEI Employment Support Service now serving six Island regions
• September 28 – Neil Squire Society — Creative Employment Options Program
• September 28 – Mi’kmaq Confederacy of Prince Edward Island — Employment Services
• September 28 – Community Resource Fair — October 8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Jack Blanchard Hall
• September 28 – Get the most out of ChatGPT for your business or organization — October 7 and 14
• September 25 – The New Manager Training – Effective Communication Skills course gives new and aspiring managers practical tools to communicate with confidence and lead more effectively.
• September 25 – New Indigenous-Focused Palliative Care Education is Here! In partnership with Lennox Island First Nation, Abegweit First Nation, MCPEI and Health PEI, Pallium Canada has launched a course for health care providers on culturally appropriate, trauma-informed palliative care for Indigenous individuals, families and communities.
• September 25 – Medical Learner Sydney Powers is starting Year 2 at the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University’s PEI Regional Campus. CBC News
• September 25 – Are you ready to turn your business idea into reality? Entrepreneurs with an innovative business venture, product or service could receive up to $25,000 through the Ignition Fund to help turn their idea into a viable business. Oct 26 deadline
• September 25 – How to Land Your Dream Job in the Era of AI- Virtual Oct 7
• September 25 – Career Opportunity – Skilled Trades in Canada: A career opportunity for the next generation
• September 25 – Career Opportunity – From Farm to Future: Changing perceptions of agriculture careers
• September 25 – The Reflective Counsellor – From Loneliness to Belonging: The school counsellor’s role in cultivating connection
• September 25 – Spicy Brains: Tips and tricks for counselling neurodiverse high school students
• September 25 – Helping Students Plan When Nothing Is Certain
• September 25 – What is inconsistent skill development costing your organization?
• September 25 – UPEI to host AGE-WELL AgeTech Discovery Day, marking National Seniors Day with technology awareness events focused on aging in place and healthy aging. Reserve a spot for October 1.
• September 25 – UPEI Sustainable Design Engineering graduate builds growing venture around indoor air quality
• September 25 – UPEI launches “Start with Hello” campaign to build connection and belonging across campus
• September 24 – CAPEI Member Spotlight is on Rackham Electric, an electrical company that has been serving Islanders since 1967.
• September 24 – Apply for the UPEI Work-Integrated Learning Bursary for your shot at $1000 to help you cover expenses like time off from paid work, travel, work clothes, and more! Deadline Oct 21
• September 24 – Self Employ PEI is an employment program designed to help job seekers launch their own businesses. The program provides financial support and business counselling to new entrepreneurs during their first year of operation.
• September 24 – This AI tool frees up time for P.E.I. doctors. It could help them see more patients – CBC news
• September 24 – Get a sneak peek of CBC P.E.I.’s first open house in more than 10 years – CBC News
• September 24 – Why Mapping Education to Work Is Harder Than It Looks
• September 24 – Most workers will not need specialized AI skills. Demand for communication, social, language, and emotional skills is growing in occupations highly exposed to AI.
• September 22 – Canada has thousands of career experts. Why aren’t more of us using them?
• September 22 – Job vacancies requiring a degree are shrinking
• September 22 – Atlantic Economic Council 2026 Business Outlook Conference – Seizing Atlantic Canada’s Moment. Nov 3
• September 22 – Better leaders know how to help different people succeed. UPEI Beyond Awareness – Strategies for Neurodiverse Workplace Success provides practical strategies for supporting neurodiversity and creating stronger, more inclusive workplaces.
• September 22 – Celebrate Small Business Week with Central Coastal Tourism Partnership and the Kensington & Area Chamber of Commerce for an interactive Personality Dimensions® workshop facilitated by Workplace Learning PEI. Oct 21
• September 22 – A Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is a long-term savings plan established to help Canadians with disabilities, and their families save for the future. Join us for an information session with Mackenzie Investments to learn more about this plan.
• September 22 – Looking to build your knowledge in intra-oral distance orthodontics? The Holland College Intra-Oral Distance Orthodontics – Theory course provides dental professionals with an opportunity to expand their understanding of orthodontic concepts and develop knowle
• September 22 – New Federal Funding Opportunity for the Skilled Trades! Organizations can apply to create paid, entry-level work placements for youth aged 15–30 in construction and the skilled trades.
• September 22 – Supported Employment Symposium – October 20, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Rodd Brudenell River Resort. For details, email admin@senpei.ca.
• September 21 – CPP Investments will hold a public information meeting in Charlottetown this autumn on the CPP Fund’s performance and investment approach. Registration opens October 2.
• September 21 – The Atlantic Economic Council – The Path Forward: Health Care in Atlantic Canada Webinar
• September 21 – In her September Creative Careers column, Jane Ledwell looks at the personal and cultural cost of summer burnout.
• September 16 – Formfree Branding is positioned as a Personal Brand Consultant of Corporate. Nearly 27 years of rich experience in brand promotion and terminal ads. They have the awareness of high-end brands and the ability to provide One-Stop Brand Promotion and Display Service covering brand design photography, digital fast printing, and large format printing, and large format scanning. Take an inside look at this company. Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce News
• September 16 – P.E.I. students score below national average — yet again- CBC News
• September 15 – CareerWise Weekly Sept 15, 2026
• September 15 – Navigate your next career move through industry association mentoring
• September 11 – P.E.I. consumers will pay more in wake of Canadian counter-tariffs- (how industries are navigating through it all)- CBC video
• September 11 – Eastern PEI Special Olympic athletes win gold
• September 11 – UPEI are thrilled to announce the launch of their Career Launch Mentorship Program, pairing current students with alumni and recent graduate mentors.
• September 9 – Maritime Christian College Fall 2026 Certificate Programs.
• September 9 – About 30 minutes west of Charlottetown and a few kilometres down the S. Melville Road, you’ll happen upon a big purple and gold sign that reads ‘Soleil’s Farm’. Read More
• September 9 – The Employment Standards Board is inviting Islanders to provide feedback as part of its annual review of the minimum wage. Take the survey.
• September 9 – Innovation PEI would like your feedback to ensure they continue to provide high-quality programs and services that support innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth across PEI. Your perspective will help inform a review of Innovation PEI programs and priorities to ensure they continue to meet the evolving needs of Island businesses, including the adoption of artificial intelligence, and productivity improvements. Take the survey.
• September 8 – What does it really take to become a flight attendant in Canada? A guide for career practitioners
• September 8 – Webinars for career and workforce professionals in September 2026
• September 8 – Federal Court of Appeal rules Canada’s EI system discriminates against women who lose jobs during maternity leave
• September 8 – Canada’s AI strategy plans for growth, not for job losses
• September 8 – Using counsellor-led groups to bridge SEL and career readiness in middle school settings
• September 8 – Who you gonna call? 9 resources to help you bust ghost jobs 
• September 8 – CareerWise Weekly Sept 8, 2026
• September 8 – Want to learn Mi’kmaw? A new free online course is coming to P.E.I. CBC News
• September 8 – P.E.I. government looking for private operator to build, operate up to 48 long-term care beds- CBC News
• September 8 – PEI Touch a Truck 2026, Family Event & Fundraiser Supporting Family Place’s free programs & services, September 13.
• September 8 – Meredith Riley, a Registered Dental Hygienist on PEI since 2016 , and now owner of Island Dental Hygiene!
• September 8 – Early Childhood Development Association of PEI training- This fall, they are offering Blended Basic and Intermediate First Aid CPR/AED Level C training in both Summerside and Charlottetown, with online learning followed by hands-on, in-person training. 
• September 8 –  Holland College training that equips learners across all trades with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, analyze, prevent, and resolve building envelope issues that can reduce energy efficiency. Fully Funded 
• September 8 – Setting Sail for Success: Strategic Leadership Program is a unique opportunity for women business owners to elevate their leadership skills, strengthen resilience, and connect with a powerful network of peers.
• September 4 – Public meeting to be scheduled for long-term-care facility in Brudenell – Eastern Graphic
• September 4 – Applications are open for the 2026-2027 round of the Anti-Racism Microgrant with a total of $100,000 in funding available. Deadline Oct 2 
• September 4 – For Nate Visser, a student at Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Regional Campus at the University of Prince Edward Island, the path to pursuing a medical degree is deeply personal.
• September 4 – Thinking about getting into policing? The City of Summerside is looking to send the ideal candidate to the Atlantic Police Academy! Deadline for application pick-up is September 25th
• September 4 – Ready to explore new opportunities in global markets? Holland College is offering FITTskills: Feasibility of International Trade, featuring a two-day workshop on September 15th and 16th.
• September 4 – 211 PEI can help you connect with local supports for housing, healthcare, food, employment, childcare and more. If English isn’t your first language, interpretation services are available in over 240 languages, so you can get help understanding your options and finding the right support.
• September 4 – This week’s CAPEI member spotlight is on VY Build Inc., committed to creating quality, sustainable homes that combine comfort, efficiency, and thoughtful design.
• September 4 – The Holland College Agriculture Energy Assessment Microcredential gives agricultural producers and professionals the practical knowledge to assess energy use, identify opportunities for improvement, and make more informed decisions about energy efficiency on the farm.
• September 4 – Whether you’re new to Excel or looking to strengthen your skills, Holland College Microsoft Excel Level 1 – Beginner is a practical course designed to help you build confidence from the ground up!
• September 4 – Meet Anthony Ekweaga and many more entrepreneurs, advisors, community leaders and business builders at MOSAIC BIPOC Business Expo 2026! Register to get a free.
• September 3 – A sneak peek inside P.E.I.’s new high school in Stratford- CBC News
• September 3 –  P.E.I. teachers go back to school to learn the best ways to use AI in the classroom – CBC News
• September 3 –  Canada Health Workforce Turnover & Migration Costs 
• September 3 – Why Work-Integrated Learning Matters More Than Ever
• September 3 – Multiple job-holding has increased, not decreased, in creative fields since the pandemic. In PEI, multiple job-holding is most intense in summer.” The BUZZ
• September 3 – CAPEI is holding an information session on October 7, for their upcoming Skilled Newcomer in Construction Program.
• September 3 – In the “Embracing Our Advantage” column, Daniel Ohaegbu, PEI · Executive Director · WorkSource Alliance, explains why it takes actual purchasing to turn diversity policy into real economic participation. Atlantic Business Magazine- Sept/Oct issue
• September 3 – Early Childhood Development Association of PEI- events, workshops, training, and more
• September 3 – A graduate of the Canadian Coast Guard Academy, Ryelin has turned her passion for the water, her team spirit and her determination into a career in marine navigation.
• September 3 – Food Island Partnership is bringing together entrepreneurs, industry leaders, buyers, partners and innovators for a day dedicated to the future of Prince Edward Island’s food and beverage industry. Keynote speaker- Entrepreneur, investor and Dragons’ Den star Arlene Dickinson. Oct 15
• September 2 – Abegweit First Nation building $18M recreation centre- CBC News
• September 2 – Telling their stories: Canada’s Ocean Supercluster members are doing incredible work in ocean and contribute to the momentum that continues to build in ocean in Canada. Season 7 coming soon.
• September 2 – Atlantic Economic Council – Health Care in Atlantic Canada: The Path Forward webinar- Sept 15
• September 2 – Assessing the Performance of Atlantic Canada’s Health Care System | Health Care Series – This report assesses the current performance of Atlantic Canada’s health care system, measuring how it compares against other jurisdictions and where the gaps remain. Watch the video
• September 2 – Community Sector Network of PEI- Around the Table: A Nonprofit Mixer (September Edition) Join the Around the Table, an informal mixer for community sector staff and volunteers on PEI! Now in Montague – Come ready to connect, share what you’re working on, and collaborate with sector peers. No agenda, no presentations! Just good conversations over lunch with people who get it. September 24
• September 2 – Federal Government Announces Counter-Tariffs and $7.5 Billion Support Package for Canadian Workers and Businesses- including expanded Employment Insurance measures
• September 2 – What if career exploration began with purpose instead of job titles? Phil Jarvis shares how reframing the conversation – around global challenges and meaningful contribution – can help young people find direction
• September 2 – Fall 2026 conferences for career and workforce professionals
• September 2 – Thinking of leaving your desk job and entering the trades? Here’s your guide.
• September 2 – CareerWise Weekly Sept 1, 2026.
• September 2 – UPEI Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development Course Catalogue
• September 2 – Affordable rural transit helps students get to campus
• September 2 – This joint webinar session between the Labour Market Information Council (LMIC) and Polytechnics Canada will examine how postsecondary institutions are responding to emerging defence workforce needs through program development, applied learning models, and partnerships with industry and the defence sector.
• September 2 – The QuadStick is a mouth-operated controller that lets people with quadriplegia play video games, work remotely, paint, 3D model and edit video. Read who invented this technology
• September 2 – ICTC’s WIL Digital program provides your employer with a wage subsidy to provide a meaningful, paid work-integrated learning placement during your studies
• September 2 – Employ PEI is an employment program to help job seekers develop new skills and gain work experience through on-the-job training. By providing a temporary wage subsidy to an employer, it helps create long term employment opportunities and assists the employer with the cost of hiring and training a new employee.
• September 2 – Hire a UPEI co-op student for Winter 2027
• September 2 – The CASTL PEI Bioscience Reskilling Program is a 10-week program that combines foundational learning, hands-on technical training at CASTL and an on-the-job training (OJT) placement with a local employer. Application 
• September 2 – Workers Compensation Board of Prince Edward Island Engagement Survey
• September 2 – CASTL provides industry-informed technical skills development and training specializing in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. See update
• September 2 – 40+ job opportunities are currently available on Island Builder! Looking for your next opportunity in the construction industry? With jobs available across PEI for all experience levels and a variety of trades and roles, now is a great time to take a look.
• September 2 – There’s a lot happening as the UPEI Faculty of Medicine builds the future of medical education in PEI. See updates
• September 2 – Free French classes funded by the Government of Canada (CLIC) are starting up again soon, and this year they will once again be held in person at the CIF offices in Charlottetown!

August 2026

• August 31 –  Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.3 per cent in June, and rebounds in Second Quarter
• August 31 –  Building on the province’s tariff response plan announced in March 2025, the new and expanded supports will provide businesses with access to working capital and non-repayable grants, while helping workers access training and employment supports. 
• August 31 – This week’s CAPEI Jobsite Highlight is on Cradle on the Waves Stone Carving and Fabrication and their work on Province House.
• August 31 – 2026-27-virtual and in person Job Fairs –  educational K-12 opportunities across regions. Connect directly with employers and discover the ideal role
• August 28 – What does an intentional connection look like on LinkedIn?
• August 28 – Canada could lose 90,000 jobs to Trump’s 50% tariffs. Here’s how
• August 28 – CERIC is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Graduate Student Engagement Program (GSEP), which supports the academic and professional development of master’s and doctoral students whose research relates to career development. Deadline Oct 9
• August 28 – 8 interactive activities for career learning with kids and youth
• August 28 – Career counselling with dyslexia in mind – by Dr. Janet Payne, full-time career counsellor and manager at PEI Career Development Services in Summerside, and an Adjunct Professor at UPEI. 
• August 28 – CareerWise Weekly Aug 25, 2026
• August 28 – As UPEI continues to develop an independent, made-in-PEI Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, Physician Leads provide academic and clinical leadership across key areas of medical education. Meet the doctors
• August 28 – The Youth-on-Board Program is an opportunity for 25 rural PEI high-school students to be part of a rural non-profit board to inspire youth volunteerism in rural communities, learn how a board or council operates, and build the capacity of non-profit boards and municipal councils to engage with youth.
• August 27 – It’s that exciting time of year when the next Trade HERizons cohort will start on September 14th! See the application form here.
• August 27 – Through a partnership between Holland College and the Canadian Marketing Association (CMA), marketing professionals can earn the Chartered Marketer (CM) designation, through this PEI-based offering.  The CM Accelerated Education Pathway is designed for professionals who hold a marketing diploma or degree and have at least one year of marketing experience. This PEI offering combines in-person learning with online self-study, providing a flexible option for working professionals.
• August 27 – In this guest blog explore the complexity of apprenticeship systems and the role labour market information can play in supporting better-informed decisions.
• August 27 – AI for Business: Practical Foundations for Entrepreneurs. PEI Connectors clients are invited to participate in an in-person Connect To Learn session! September 2, 2026
• August 27 – Fall Training – If you’re looking to build new skills or strengthen the ones you already have, checkout upcoming opportunities through CBDC Eastern PEI and the Rural Action Centre.
• August 27 – Co-op Applications are now open! This opportunity comes once a year, so don’t miss your shot at integrating professional development support and paid work terms across your degree! Deadline September 23, 2026
• August 25 – CSNPEI is partnering with Healing Our Nations, a program under the Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq, to deliver a Cultural Awareness Presentation. The presentation objectives are to understand First Nations history, culture and values in Atlantic Canada, practical strategies to create an inclusive environment and respectful communications and interactions with Indigenous peoples. September 9th, 2026 
• August 25 – PEI Wildlife Conservation Fund Opens Fall 2026 Funding Applications
• August 25 – The PEI government is asking Islanders for feedback on new rules that would bring the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act fully into force, this time focusing on employers who hire migrant workers. CBC News
• August 25 – Record interest in PEI youth business program this summer- CBC News
• August 25 – The Top 5 Skills Gaps You Can’t See—and How You Can Fix Them
• August 25 – Mill River Resort wins contract to build new golf course in Summerside – CBC News
• August 25 – Funding opportunity aims to fund organizations that will facilitate greater access to disability benefits for persons with disabilities and their families, including the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB), as well as other federal and provincial and territorial disability benefits. Disability Benefits Navigation (DBN) targets individuals who may be eligible for disability benefits yet remain underserved, disconnected from services, or face intersecting barriers to access. Application August 19, 2026, to October 8, 2026.
• August 25 – What if seeing a clear career path could help employees stay, grow, and adapt to the future of work?
• August 25 – What’s really happening in Canada’s economy right now, and what does it mean for your career, housing, and financial future? Join this discussion-  Decoding Canada’s Economy: Jobs, Housing, & Insights with Claire Fan, Senior Economist at RBC to answers to those questions. Virtual Aug 27
• August 25 – La Voix acadienne receives its national – 2026 Lauriers de la PME award
• August 25 – CSN PEI’S Annual General Meeting 2026 – in the Stratford Emergency Services Centre, 4 Georgetown Road. Sept 11
• August 25 –  Province launches PEI Creates to elevate Island talent with ongoing arts grant funding
• August 25 – The Seniors College of P.E.I.’s website is now live with about 140 classes available encompassing art, fitness, dance, finance and more.
• August 25 – CareerWise is always on the lookout for the latest reports related to career development. Here are several reports that we found interesting this week.
• August 19 – Why are PEI employers overlooking Islanders with intellectual disabilities and autism? CBC News
• August 19 – The City of Charlottetown along with the Charlottetown Food Council Advisory Board is excited to announce the first ever, Local Food Discovery Week! From August 29th to September 6th, residents and visitors are welcome to take part in this passport-style, eight-day long schedule of events.
• August 19 –  How Colleges and Polytechnics are Responding to Canada’s Defence Workforce Needs- webinar- Sept 15
• August 19 – Province expands support for fertility care
• August 17 – PEI school support staff get up to 20% wage increase in new deal- CBC News
• August 17 – One year in, PEI’s francophone community radio station is gaining momentum – CBC News
• August 17 – PEI Farm Technician Apprenticeship Blue Seal- next program dates and application
• August 17 – The Early Childhood Development Association of PEI are offering the Steps to Success initiative once again this year.  This initiative is a 20-week program developed and administered by the ECDA and funded by the Department of Workforce and Advanced Learning through the Canada-PEI Labour Market Agreements. The program is designed to recruit unemployed or underemployed individuals into the Early Learning and Child Care workforce. Start date- Sept 14
• August 17 – CAPEI week’s Jobsite Highlight is on West Masonry Ltd. They work on a range of masonry projects, from brick and concrete block to natural and man made stone, glass block, heritage home restoration, and new construction!
• August 14 – Students to continue receiving free school supplies
• August 14 – UPEI waives $50 application fee for Canadian students in effort to boost enrolment
• August 14 – Meet the PEI farm family that pushed back against big grocery chains- also a look at a Food Hub on PEI- CBC News
• August 14 – Sessions at Cannexus27 will take onthe most urgent issues and questions shaping career and workforce development. The full program is a few weeks away and sessions are still being confirmed with presenters, but the shape of it is clear, and it points to the pressures being felt throughout the career development field.
• August 14 – The Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) helps bio-economy and healthcare employers hire post-secondary students with up to $5,000 in wage support.
• August 14 – Laboratory Technician job opportunity at Natures Crops International
• August 14 – Registration is now open for our BRAND NEW online course: Exploring Agriculture in Atlantic Canada!
• August 14 – Join us for 5 weeks of training for the PEI Farm Technician Apprenticeship Blue Seal with Dalhousie Agriculture. Must be EI eligible-100% funded by Skills PEI.
• August 14 –  This week’s CAPEI Member Spotlight is on Doyle Electric PEI.
• August 14 – CCRW- Youth Skill Exploration: Discover Your Strengths and Land Your First Job- This session is for youth job seekers ages 15 to 30. It may also be helpful for anyone looking for their first job or anyone who wants support identifying and communicating their strengths to an employer. Virtual Aug 18
• August 14 – CCRW- Disability Confident Accommodations: Creating Effective Workplace Support Systems.- Learn how disability confident workplace accommodations can reduce barriers, strengthen trust, and create clearer and more responsive workplace support systems. Virtual Aug 27
• August 14 – Summer Series Spotlight: Holland College Student Association- Want to learn more about student life at Holland College? Join in on August 19, to meet representatives from the Holland College Student Association and discover the services, supports, and opportunities available to you as a student.
• August 13 – Decoding Canada’s Economy: Jobs, Housing, & Insights with RBC Senior Economist Claire Fan- Virtual- Aug 27
• August 13 – Maintenance & Reliability Planner, Quality Assurance Coordinator, Maintenance Technician, and Power Engineer employment opportunities with TopGum North America (formerly Island Abbey Nutritionals) 
• August 13 – The Canadian Alliance for Skills and Training in Life Sciences (CASTL) is pleased to announce their Board of Directors 2026-27
• August 13 – Webinars for career and workforce professionals in August 2026
• August 13 – Why a first summer job could shape an entire career
• August 13 – Canada adds 75,000 new jobs in July, unemployment rate lowest in 2 years
• August 13 – Hybrid work is holding up fine. Full-time remote, the version where nobody ever comes in, is where things get messy.
• August 13 – What is fractional work? Career expert explains the growing work model – CTV News
• August 13 – CareerWise Weekly- Aug 11, 2026
• August 13 – How women like Kaitlyn Kitzan are helping shape the future of Canadian agriculture
• August 13 – MOSAIC BIPOC Business Expo is the fastest way to get your business in front of the right people! Oct 10
• August 13 – Atlantic Superstore Summerside Job Fair, Aug. 18th, hiring on the spot! 1pm – 4 pm
• August 13 – BEYOND SILENCE: BREAKING THE STIGMA, CELEBRATING RECOVERY – Lennon Recovery House is proud to announce an inspiring evening of hope, resilience, and recovery on November 18, 2026, at the Delta Prince Edward in Charlottetown.
• August 13 – How exciting! Things are really taking shape at the building site for the new Prince County Innovation and Learning Centre!
• August 13 – Canada’s skilled trades face a growing workforce shortage, so why are so many young people still struggling to enter and stay in the trades?
• August 13 – What does it take to prepare future physicians for real-life patient care? This week, CBC’s Island Morning shone a spotlight on the UPEI Clinical Learning and Simulation Centre’s Standardized Patient Program, highlighting the dedicated people who help learners build confidence, communication skills, and clinical expertise in a safe, supportive environment.
• August 13 – Are you ready to take part in redefining school lunches in PEI’s Public Schools Branch and Commission de Langue Française (CSLF) schools? Join the PEI School Food Program team today! Click here for current career opportunities!
• August 11 – Just a reminder – there’s still time this summer to continue your professional learning through the CERIC Learning Hub with flexible, asynchronous options, including online courses and on-demand webinars you can access anytime, anywhere.
• August 11 – CERIC Webinar series- Use labour market insights in practice – Analyze online job postings to identify in-demand skills and labour market trends. Learn at your own pace. 
• August 11 – CERIC Webinar series- Support modern recruitment and hiring success. Understand what employers are looking for in job candidates today. Learn at your own pace. 
• August 11 – CERIC Webinar series- Coach clients to use LinkedIn strategically. Build clients’ comfort and confidence with online networking. Learn at your own pace. 
• August 11 – This all-girls construction camp on PEI is fostering growth in trades. – CBC video
• August 10 –  AI Together is a weekly room where PEI learns to build with AI, side by side, no developer background required. Each 90-minute session runs the same way: someone shares a win from the week, then three short talks pitched at different levels (a plain-language on-ramp, a step up for regular users, and a peek at the more powerful stuff), followed by 30 minutes to actually try things with help from the room. Free, every Wednesday from 3:00–4:30 PM at The Foundry, bring the real problem you’re working on, and name one next step before you leave.
• August 10 –  Province supports more Island startups
• August 10 – Documents shed light on AI strategy in PEI schools
• August 10 – A group that provides mental health support to current and former emergency personnel and their families wants more Maritimers to take advantage of the program. CBC News
• August 10 – Islanders asked to donate school supplies as costs soar and charities face shortages- CBC News
• August 10 – OpenAI recently released what the online world has dubbed “The Grandmas” ad to promote their new ChatGPT Voice, powered by GPT-Live. Very impressive.
• August 10 – New online AI training for biomanufacturing professionals
• August 10 – Elevate Aviation’s goal is to break down barriers and create clear, accessible pathways for individuals to thrive across all sectors of aviation and aerospace. Through mentorship, hands-on training, and inclusive community initiatives, they strive to build a stronger, more diverse workforce.
• August 10 – Empowering the Next Generation of Women Leaders in Aviation- virtual sessions- deadline Aug 25, 2026.
• August 10 – The Case for Reconnecting Canada’s Manufacturing Economy – Virtual, August 19, 2026
• August 10 – The Setting Sail for Success: Strategic Leadership Program is a unique opportunity for women business owners to elevate their leadership skills, strengthen resilience, and connect with a powerful network of peers.  Over the course of 16 weeks (30 hours total), participants will take part in highly interactive training sessions, guided reflection, and peer mentoring. Deadline to apply Sept 23
• August 10 – Are you an employer looking to hire international talent or a foreign national seeking information about jobs and immigration pathways in PEI? Join a free drop-in event on: August 26, 2026 | 1:00–3:00 p.m.Royal Canadian Legion, 240 Main St., Borden-Carleton. Learn about employment opportunities, work permits, immigration pathways, and newcomer supports. For more information or to register: JulieAnn.Mabana@cbdc.ca | Kristi.Petro@cbdc.ca
• August 6 – In the August profile, Julie Bull introduces us to Ujunwa Aja-Onu (Ujay), whose journey from Nigeria to Prince Edward Island is filled with courage, deep faith, and an unwavering belief in the power of community. The BUZZ
• August 6 – Canadian immigration officials have made several updates to compliance guidance for study permits and post-graduate work permits.
• August 6 – The sales and customer service category is still Canada’s largest source of job postings – and one of the segments holding steady as the labour market stabilizes after a shaky start to the year.
• August 6 – Career advancement, employee recognition key to managing retention: expert
• August 6 – Youth employment is at a turning point – here’s what needs to change
• August 6 –  Trading up: Why young Canadians are choosing the trades over university
• August 6 –  CareerWise Weekly August 4th, 2026
• August 6 – Did you know you can see a mental health or addictions counsellor without a referral? There are centres in Charlottetown, Summerside, Montague, O’Leary, and Alberton where you can drop in for a 60-minute session to talk with a professional about anything you’re struggling with.
• August 6 – Speak the language of healthcare with confidence. Whether you’re entering the healthcare field, looking to enhance your current role, or simply interested in learning the language of medicine, Holland College Medical Terminology course provides the foundation you need.
• August 6 – The Gender, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Community Enhancement Program is now accepting applications from residents and community groups whose projects foster diversity, equity and inclusion across PEI.
• August 6 – Join PEIBWA for a summer networking event at their space in Central Bedeque. This is an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow members, meet new contacts, and experience the community impact that PEIBWA has to offer. August 19th
• August 6 – Join housing professionals, community leaders, policymakers, service providers, researchers, advocates, and changemakers from across the Maritimes for a day of learning, collaboration, and action. Together, they will explore innovative approaches to ending homelessness, expanding access to housing, and creating opportunities for individuals, families, and communities to thrive.
• August 6 – Les droits de la personne au travail (Human Rights in the Workplace) Aug 19- virtual in French
• August 6 – Join CSNPEI and PEITN for Beyond Fundraising: An open forum on leadership, sustainability, and shared power in community organizations with Leila Lariba! In person. Aug 12
• August 6 – Are you measuring the impact of your programs, or just tracking activities? Join CSN for an introduction to the impact measurement work we’re delivering through our Shared Services Program. Aug 13
• August 6 – New partnership will reduce wait times for MRI scans on PEI
• August 3 – CAPEI Jobsite Highlight is on Livingston Steel Inc.