Prince Edward Island News and Stories

Prince Edward Island News and Stories

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In his words: an interview with a volunteer from PEI

Here we sit down with avolunteer from P.E.I., Jamie MacKay, who shares what he has seen and experienced as a volunteer, and why he does it.

National Volunteer Week Profile: Dave and Dotti Penny

Whether it’s running their own business, raising four children, helping house fire survivors on Prince Edward Island, or travelling for months together in a mobile home, Dave and Dotti Penny simply love sharing life together.

Funding Approved, Construction To Start For Canadian Red Cross Building

Prince Edward Island will soon have a new provincial headquarters for Canadian Red Cross disaster operations and programs and services in the province, thanks in part to support from the federal and provincial governments.

Canadian banks accepting donations for Red Cross relief efforts in Lac-Mégantic

The Canadian Red Cross is pleased to announce that ten banks in Canada are accepting cash donations in support of Red Cross relief efforts in Lac-Mégantic following a major fire caused by a train explosion.

Swimming lessons are for life

An average of 400 Canadians drown each year. While the ability to swim is important, swimming skills alone aren’t always enough to save a life.