News - Announcements - Current Events
Things to Know
- Back to School 2020
- Aug 10 2020
- Students, parents and caregivers - be prepared
PEI students will return to schools in September with special rules and protocols in place to minimize the risk of spreading COVID-19. Make sure you and your school-aged children are informed and ready for a different kind of school year. - New Information and Referral Telephone Service: 211
- Aug 06 2020
- Includes the availability of interpretation in more than 100 languages
211 is a free and confidential telephone service that helps you find information about programs and services offered in the province by community groups, non-profit organizations and the government. Telephone interpretation services are also available. - PEI Chief Public Health Officer: Wear masks in public indoor spaces!
- Jul 08 2020
- Help prevent the spread of the virus
Prince Edward Islanders are now strongly encouraged to wear personal protection face masks in public indoor spaces to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. - Renew PEI, Together
- May 22 2020
- PEI Government's plan to gradually lift COVID-19-related restrictions
***Updated June 29th*** The plan will be implemented in four distinct phases with a progressive lifting of restrictive public health measures over three-week periods. Progression will be gradual and constantly evaluated based on the latest public health information. Phase Four began on June 26th.
Things to Do
- DiverseCity 2020
- Saturdays, 27 June and 4 July
We are bringing the party to your living room! Due to the current public health concerns, the annual DiverseCity Festival will happen on TV and online. Order your favourite global foods from local caterers, clear space for a dance floor and turn the volume up! - PEIANC Camps on School PD Days ***suspended until further notice***
- For Kindergarten to Grade 6 Students
PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada offers PD Day camps to students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 from refugee and low-income families. Camps are free for participants. Space is limited and registration is needed.- Friday Friendship Hour ***suspended until further notice***
- Fridays at 5:00 pm
PEIANC hosts a social activity called Friday Friendship Hour held most Fridays throughout the year. Everyone is invited to attend -- new and established Islanders alike.
