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Minister Responsible for the Status of Women for Prince Edward Island expresses condolences regarding the passing of Diane Kays
March 30, 2015

The people of Prince Edward Island are mourning the passing of Diane Kays, Chairperson of...

Celebrate International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8
March 6, 2015

International Women’s Day, March 8, is a time of reflection and celebration, says Minister...

Islanders encouraged to continue to help vulnerable neighbours
February 19, 2015

Extreme weather conditions we have seen this week have once again proven that Islanders are...

New program will help seniors stay in their home longer
February 10, 2015

A new grant program to help Island seniors pay for modifications to their home is now accepting...

Community activities highlight Family Violence Prevention Week
February 4, 2015

Family Violence Prevention Week is an opportunity to help raise awareness about the issue...

Storyboard contest theme: What is a healthy relationship?
December 11, 2014

Teachers across the province are encouraged to engage Island students in discussions about...

New Chairperson of the Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention
December 4, 2014

Ann Sherman has been confirmed as the new chairperson of the Premier’s Action Committee on...

Increases in Seniors Home Repair Program help Islanders stay home longer
October 29, 2014

Increases to the lifetime grant for the Seniors Home Repair Program will give eligible Island...

Book talk and donation highlights resilience of abuse survivors
October 28, 2014

The Provincial Child Sexual Abuse Advisory Committee recently donated copies of Anne Ream’...

16th Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial (F/P/T) Ministers Responsible for Seniors
October 16, 2014

On-going collaboration to support the well-being of seniors living in Canada

Federal,...

Senior Islanders celebrated on National Seniors Day
October 1, 2014

National Seniors Day is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of...

2014 Intergeneration Week Contest Winners Announced
September 18, 2014

The PEI Seniors’ Secretariat is pleased to announce the winners of the 2014 Intergeneration...

Meeting of Provincial-Territorial Ministers responsible for Social Services
September 11, 2014

(Calgary, Alberta) Provincial and Territorial Ministers Responsible for Social Services met...

Social Action Plan Progress Report outlines collaborative efforts to reduce poverty
July 10, 2014

The 2014 Progress Report on the Prince Edward Island Social Action Plan outlines activities...

Status of Women Ministers address key issues affecting women at 32nd Annual Meeting
July 7, 2014

The 32nd Annual Meeting of Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) Ministers responsible for...

Government approves $2.8 million multi-year increases to social assistance food rates
June 26, 2014

The Department of Community Services and Seniors is making an investment of $2.8 million over...

Reach out and connect on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
June 13, 2014

This weekend, as we mark both Father’s Day and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, I encourage...

Government renews mandate for Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention
June 10, 2014

The Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention is a widely respected model for...

2014 PEI Home Renovation Programs accepting applications
June 9, 2014

Eligible low income Islanders, families, persons living with a disability or special need...

Islanders encouraged to create stronger intergenerational relationships
May 30, 2014

Intergenerational Day reminds us of the importance of simple and respectful connections between...

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