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CBC
4 days ago
- Business
- CBC
P.E.I. government giving millions to let housing non-profits and co-ops buy and rent out 116 units
The provincial government in P.E.I. is partnering with three non-profit groups to let them acquire existing affordable housing units and build new ones. So far, the project has led to 116 units in Charlottetown and Summerside moving out of the hands of private landlords, at a cost of about $7.5 million. CBC's Connor Lamont explains.
CBC
5 days ago
- Health
- CBC
These folks are hunting down wild parsnip near UPEI — and yes, they have to dress like that
P.E.I's Invasive Species Council is trying to stop an invasive plant called wild parsnip from getting more of a foothold across the Island. The sap can lead to painful burns on your skin if it gets on you. The nasty weed is not too common in the province, and the council wants to keep it that way, as CBC's Connor Lamont learns.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Christian Koloko flies in for the alley-oop slam
Summerside says it's making progress on trying to drive more people downtown Summerside's plan to revitalize its downtown is giving local businesses hope. Many shops have closed down or moved away, but the city is trying to breathe new life into the area. CBC's Connor Lamont reports.
CBC
11-06-2025
- Health
- CBC
All aboard: Health P.E.I.'s newest dental clinic is coming to you this summer
Health P.E.I. is rolling out a new mobile dental clinic. The large RV-style clinic has two treatment rooms and an X-ray machine. Officials say it could be a gamechanger for getting dental care to vulnerable people. CBC's Connor Lamont has the story.
CBC
02-06-2025
- Business
- CBC
P.E.I. golf tourism reps hoping the industry is on track for another record season
Golf P.E.I. says it's already on pace for another record year, and U.S. tariffs could be a big part of the reason. Seems many Canadian golfers want to keep their money north of the border in response to Canada-US relations. CBC's Connor Lamont reports.
