Prince Edward Island News

The Prince Edward Island News Centre offers you quick access to the provincial news of the day.

  1. Canada invests in solar energy at Tignish Credit Union Arena and the Evangeline Recreation Centre

    Summerside, Prince Edward Island, March 6, 2023 — Today, Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, Glen McInnis, President of the Evangeline Recreation Commission, and Gary McRae, President of the Board Tignish Sports & Recreation Association, announced a federal investment of $316,800 for each project to upgrade the energy efficiency of two community arenas in Western Prince Edward Island.

  2. Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island Continue Work to Save Islanders Millions Under Expanded Coverage

    Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque and Robert J. Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Ernie Hudson , Minister of Health and Wellness for Prince Edward Island (PEI), announced expanded provincial drug coverage will reduce the copay eligible Islanders spend on many prescription medicines, expand access to the Catastrophic Drug Program and increase access to the provincial High Cost Drug Program.

  3. Government of Canada to announce improved access to medication for Islanders

    Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque and Robert J. Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, will announce, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, additions to the Improving Affordable Access to Prescriptions Drugs initiative.

  4. Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in a new building for the University of Prince Edward Island Faculty of Medicine

    Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, Robert Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health and Wellness, the Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Dr. Greg Keefe, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Prince Edward Island, announced more than $48.8 million in joint funding for the new health education building that will house the new Faculty of Medicine on the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) campus.

  5. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Charlottetown

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, Robert Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health and Wellness, the Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Dr. Greg Keefe, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Prince Edward Island.

  6. Government of Canada funding to improve healthy living for priority populations in PEI

    Physical activity, eating healthier and tobacco cessation help improve health, well-being and quality of life, and also reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases. Engaging communities, especially those who are socially and economically marginalized, to support the health of their communities is important to foster environments where people adopt and maintain healthy behaviours.

  7. Government of Canada awards major contract to renovate landmark federal building

    The Government of Canada is providing a modern, sustainable and efficient workplace for Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) to continue to deliver important services and programs to Veterans and their families.

  8. P.E.I. company to become global leader in biotech research

    Federal investment to expand facility will support high-skilled job growth and strengthen the bioscience sector in P.E.I.

  9. Government of Canada to announce milestone in Daniel J. MacDonald Building modernization project

    Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, for an announcement related to the Veterans Affairs Canada national headquarters.

  10. What's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Prince Edward Island this year

    Tax season is upon Prince Edward Island residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

  11. Growing Atlantic Canada’s biomanufacturing capacity

    Major new infrastructure to support Canada’s rapidly expanding bioscience industry to be built in Charlottetown

  12. Government of Canada Provides Funding to Prince Edward Island to Support Crisis Hotlines 

    Crisis hotlines are a lifeline to survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) and are critical support services. Today, Jenna Sudds, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, and the Honourable Natalie Jameson, Prince Edward Island’s Minister responsible for the Status of Women, announced $500,000 to support crisis hotlines across Prince Edward Island.

  13. Funding addresses key challenges and advances equity for 2SLGBTQI+ communities in PEI

    Every Canadian deserves to fully participate in all spheres of society, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. Through project funding, the Government of Canada is protecting 2SLGBTQI+ equality and continuing to address systemic discrimination.

  14. Government of Canada to announce Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund support for hard-hit sector

    The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, will make an announcement about a major step in ACOA’s effort to assist businesses and communities affected by Hurricane Fiona.

  15. Government of Canada supports wastewater monitoring for COVID-19 in Atlantic Canada

    Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, visited the Atlantic Veterinary College at the University of Prince Edward Island, which will receive $1.5 million from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) to enhance COVID-19 wastewater testing capacity for the Atlantic provinces.

  16. Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island Continue Work to Improve Access to Medications for Island Residents

    Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health and Wellness for Prince Edward Island (PEI), highlighted further progress made under the Improving Affordable Access to Prescriptions Drugs Program to make it easier for Islanders to access and afford medications.

  17. Government of Canada to announce improved access to medication for Islanders

    The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health and Wellness for Prince Edward Island, will announce additions to the Improving Affordable Access to Prescriptions Drugs initiative.

  18. Growing traditional sectors through innovation

    Government of Canada investments help to bring Atlantic Canadian products to the world

  19. Backgrounder: Growing traditional sectors through innovation

    The Government of Canada is investing close to $480,000 in five projects to help modernize businesses in Central P.E.I.

  20. Central P.E.I. will benefit from modernized community spaces and tourism offerings

    Government of Canada fueling business and community revitalization projects.

  21. Backgrounder: Central P.E.I. will benefit from modernized community spaces and tourism offerings

    The Government of Canada is investing more than $140,000 in six projects to support the tourism and community growth in Central P.E.I.

  22. Residents of West Prince to benefit from a new fuel efficient and accessible vehicle fleet

    Today, Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health and Wellness and Member of the Legislative Assembly for Alberton—Bloomfield, and Sherry Tremblay, Manager of Transportation West Inc., announced more than $735,000 in joint funding for an upgraded vehicle fleet for Transportation West Inc., a non-profit community organization offering affordable transportation services for those in need in the West Prince region of PEI.

  23. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Alberton

    Alberton, Prince Edward Island, December 16, 2022—Members of the media are invited to a public transit infrastructure announcement with Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health and Wellness and Member of the Legislative Assembly for Alberton—Bloomfield, and Sherry Tremblay, Manager of Transportation West Inc.

  24. Wood Islands Women’s Institute Hall will benefit from restoration to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities.

  25. 50% reduction in child care fees for families in Prince Edward Island

    For too long, families have faced high monthly child care fees, long wait lists and too few high-quality child care options. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting the implementation of a Canada-wide early learning and child care system, giving children the best possible start and making life more affordable for families across Canada.

  26. Government of Canada to announce support for a community organization in Wood Islands  

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Cardigan, will make an announcement regarding support for the Wood Islands Women’s Institute.

  27. Government of Canada welcomes Canada’s newest fishery officers

    Fisheries and Oceans Canada is proud to welcome the latest troop of graduates to the ranks of Canada’s contingent of over 600 fishery officers.

  28. Expanded production at Lennox Island First Nation hatchery will help meet global oyster demand

    The success of Indigenous organizations, businesses and communities is essential to building a strong, innovative and inclusive Atlantic Canadian economy.

  29. Minister Gould to announce child care fee reduction in Prince Edward Island

    The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will be joining Prince Edward Island’s Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning, Natalie Jameson, for a media tour and announcement in Montague.

  30. Eastern Prince Edward Island will benefit from investments to strengthen businesses and communities

    Atlantic Canada’s main streets, downtowns and neighbourhoods are vibrant spaces where people gather to enjoy all that our urban and rural communities have to offer.

  31. Backgrounder: Eastern Prince Edward Island will benefit from investments to strengthen businesses and communities

    The Government of Canada invests more than $216,000 in Eastern P.E.I. communities to stimulate local economies and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

  32. Government of Canada and Prince Edward Island Improving Access to Medication for Islanders

    No Canadian should have to choose between paying for prescription drugs and putting food on the table. Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Health and Wellness for Prince Edward Island (PEI) announced that as of December 28, 2022, 38 new medications are being added to the PEI formulary, including two important medications, Zejula® (niraparib tosylate) and Lynparza® (olaparib), for treating ovarian cancer.

  33. Prince Edward Island Tourism will benefit from investments to modernize tourism offerings to help attract more visitors to the region

    The Government of Canada is investing more than $300,000 in four projects to support the tourism sector in Prince Edward Island.

  34. Backgrounder: Prince Edward Island Tourism will benefit from investments to modernize tourism offerings to help attract more visitors to the region

    The Government of Canada is investing more than $300,000 in four projects to support the tourism sector in Prince Edward Island.

  35. Government of Canada to announce support for Prince Edward Island tourism operators to improve visitor experiences

    The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, will make an announcement in support of the tourism industry on Prince Edward Island.

  36. Canada and PEI support investments to Montague Curling Club ahead of the 2023 Canada Winter Games

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence; the Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Thomas Annear, President of the Montague Curling Club, announced over $264,000 in joint funding for upgrades to the Montague Curling Club in Three Rivers.

  37. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Three Rivers

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence; the Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure; and Thomas Annear, President of the Montague Curling Club.

  38. Kensington residents will benefit from Credit Union Centre and water system upgrades

    Kensington, Prince Edward Island, November 18, 2022—Today, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque; the Honourable Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, and His Worship Rowan Caseley, Mayor of the Town of Kensington, announced $4.2 million in joint funding for two infrastructure projects in Kensington.

  39. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Kensington

    Members of the media are invited to an announcement regarding community and green infrastructure with Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Matthew MacKay, Minister of Social Development and Housing, on behalf of the Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and His Worship Rowan Caseley, Mayor of the Town of Kensington.

  40. Addressing labour force needs in the construction industry

    Pilot program will introduce heavy equipment operating skills to high school students

  41. Government of Canada Support to Rebuild Small Craft Harbours and Recover Lost Fishing Gear Post-Hurricane Fiona

    Fish harvesters play an essential role in their communities and local economies across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec. The impacts of Hurricane Fiona have been immense, including gear loss and damage to small craft harbours. The Government of Canada is working with fish harvesters, harbour authorities and provincial governments to clean up the ocean and begin repairs to critical infrastructure, including small craft harbours.

  42. Government of Canada announces support for Hurricane Fiona recovery

    The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, and the Honourable Minister Jamie Fox, Minister of Fisheries and Communities for the Province of Prince Edward Island, will make an announcement in support of Hurricane Fiona recovery.

  43. Federal initiative building resilience in the P.E.I. potato sector

    Prince Edward Island Potato Stabilization and Innovation Initiative is accelerating recovery through investments in modernization and product diversification

  44. Backgrounder: Federal initiative building resilience in the P.E.I. potato sector

    The Government of Canada invests more than $4.2 million in nine projects to support the potato sector on Prince Edward Island.

  45. Minister Bibeau and Minister Compton tour Prince Edward Island farms affected by Hurricane Fiona

    Hurricane Fiona caused major damage to properties, barns, storage facilities, as well as grain and horticultural crops on Prince Edward Island. Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, travelled to PEI to visit some of the areas that were most affected by the storm, hearing how extreme weather conditions in the province impacted farm operations, families and livelihoods.

  46. Federal initiative building resilience in the P.E.I. potato sector

    The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, will make an announcement regarding support for the Prince Edward Island potato sector.

  47. Backgrounder: Central P.E.I. will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    The Government of Canada invests $471,677 in seven community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

  48. Central P.E.I. will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities.

  49. Government of Canada to announce support for community organizations in Central P.E.I.  

    Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, will make an announcement regarding support for seven projects in Central P.E.I.

  50. Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in road upgrades across the province

    Today, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities; Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont; the Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and His Worship Rowan Caseley, Mayor of the Town of Kensington, announced $13.2 million joint funding for road upgrades across the province.