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Floods · CharlottetownNew resources are available to help Islanders learn more about the risks of coastal and inland flooding, which is increasing due to climate change. PEI’s 3000-kilometre coast is made up of beaches, sand dunes, cliffs, marshes, bays, estuaries, and inlets. The Island’s coastline is constantly changing due to erosion and flooding.See the Story
New flood guide and updated climate risk tools now available
Charlottetown · CharlottetownNatalie Jameson, Minister of Education and Early Years issued the following statement on the success of the 2024 Easter Seals Tour:
“Heartfelt congratulations to Easter Seals PEI, their 2024 Ambassador Lucie Gallant, Lucie’s family, and the 66 Island schools who collectively raised an impressive $47,735. This year’s Easter Seals Tour showcased the remarkable generosity and dedication of our island’s students, teachers, and school staff.See the Story
Statement by Minister Natalie Jameson on the 2024 Easter Seals school tour | Government of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown · CharlottetownDescribed as the person on the ground at every school event, RaeAnne Arsenault is well known in her school community for being caring, generous, and humble, with a passion for helping others. It’s no wonder the St. Louis Elementary School volunteer was recently recognized as the PEI Home and School Federation Volunteer of the Year. Arsenault first got involved with the federation when her kids enrolled in school, about ten years ago. “I just …See the Story
RaeAnne Arsenault recognized for making school life better for students | Government of Prince Edward Island
Health Care · CharlottetownA new policy directive from the Department of Health and Wellness will give paramedics more ways to help Islanders access safe, high-quality care in their communities. Effective May 7, 2024, Island EMS will introduce new protocols to determine whether people should receive care in the community or at the emergency department (ED). Previously, paramedics were required to take all patients to the ED, including those who may be better served elsew…See the Story
New paramedic initiatives aimed at reducing ED visits and improving access to care | Government of Prince Edward Island
Housing · CharlottetownAn additional three housing units built by Holland College students will support Islanders on the social housing registry in Summerside. The Government of Prince Edward Island, through the PEI Housing Corporation, has partnered with Holland College to create five single-family homes. Last year, two homes were finished through the partnership, which are now occupied by families that had previously been on the housing registry.See the Story
Partnership with Holland College adds to provincial housing supply
Charlottetown · CharlottetownCreating a local modular home fabrication facility will help fast track housing starts across the Island. As part of the Province’s commitment to improve the housing supply outlined in Building Together – Prince Edward Island Housing Strategy 2024-2029, members of the private sector interested in establishing a modular home construction facility are invited to submit anSee the Story
Province seeks proposals for modular home construction | Government of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown · CharlottetownThe provincial government is freezing public transit fares to ensure Islanders continue to have affordable transportation options and to attract more passengers. The Province is investing $1 million to keep transit rates at June 2022 levels. One-way trips are $2 and all transit routes are free for children and students k-12. Monthly transit passes are also available for $20 for adults and $10 for seniors and post-secondary students. These rates…See the Story
Province invests to freeze public transit fares again | Government of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown · CharlottetownIn Andrew Rowe’s class, students are busy doing hands-on activities, solving problems, and working on creative projects. Rowe teaches Essential Skills Achievement Pathway (ESAP) at Montague Regional High School, a pilot program that gets students ready for jobs in a skills-based economy and helps them prepare for future work, learning and life. “It’s not higher or lower than the typical graduation pathway, it’s just different,” explains Rowe.See the Story