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50 Fun Things to Do with Teens on Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island is a charming place any time of the year. The small island province has many things to keep a teenager occupied, inside or outside, summer or winter. There are so many opportunities to enjoy the island, despite its relatively small size — here are some suggestions to help you decide what you should do!

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Canada’s Inflation Falls to 3.4% in May 2023, Here are the Highlights

The Consumer Price Index increased 3.4% year-over-year increase in May, marking the smallest rise since June 2021. Statistics Canada says this slowdown can be attributed to lower… Read more »

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2023 Canada Day Long Weekend in Charlottetown – Fireworks, Celebrations & Events

Celebrate Canada’s 156th birthday with fun events and activities. Here is a list of things to do during the Canada Day long weekend in Charlottetown.

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20+ Prince Edward Island Summer Festivals to Attend in 2023

PEI is a great place for a summer vacation and a great place to spend a few days — why not take in a festival while you’re there? Whether it’s folk music or seafood, or potatoes, you’re sure to enjoy some great weather and a great time with that famous Island hospitality. Here are 25 festivals to attend in PEI.

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McWrap Makeover: McDonald’s Canada Launches Refreshed Wrap Lineup

McDonald’s Canada has announced the launch of its revamped McWrap and Chicken Snack Wrap lineup, featuring a range of mouthwatering flavours made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Available… Read more »

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Urban Work Index: The Best Cities in Canada For Youth

In a comprehensive evaluation of the best cities for young professionals in Canada, the 2023 Urban Work Index, presented by RBC Future Launch and Youthful Cities, ranked… Read more »

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2023 Cavendish Beach Music Festival Announces Lineup For RBCxMusic Emerging Artist Stage

Experience the hottest emerging artists at the Cavendish Beach Music Festival! Get ready to discover the next big stars in the music industry at the RBCxMusic Emerging… Read more »

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May 10: When to Expect This Wednesday’s Emergency Alert Tests Across Canada

Expect an emergency alert on your wireless phone on May 10th as there will be a testing of the National Public Alerting System. Alerts will be issued… Read more »

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PEI’s Stunning Tulip Fields to Reopen Just in Time For Victoria Day Long Weekend

What are your plans for this long weekend? What about visiting a tulip field to celebrate spring in PEI? Tulip fields in Belfast are reopening just in… Read more »

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Canada’s Royal Transition: King Charles III to Replace Queen Elizabeth II on $20 Bill and Coins

King Charles III’s reign will soon begin on Canadian Currency. Justin Trudeau on May 6th announced that King Charles III will replace the late Queen Elizabeth II… Read more »

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You Can Now Borrow Garden Tools and Assistive Technology From PEI Public Library

PEI Public Library Service is doing good on its mission of providing Islanders with diverse resources and materials to enhance their experiences and make them more accessible… Read more »

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Air Canada to Offer Free Onboard Wi-Fi Messaging Across Its Fleet

Air Canada and Bell have announced a new partnership aimed at elevating the customer experience and offering added benefits for newcomers and visitors to Canada. Starting May… Read more »

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Island Rhythms: 2023 Summer Music Festivals on Prince Edward Island

The smallest province in Canada turns historic churches and beaches into venues for fantastic celebrations of music. From folk, rock, country music, bluegrass or jazz and everything… Read more »

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PEI’s Cloggeroo Folk Festival Announces 2023 Lineup

Cloggeroo – the Island Folk Festival, the most diverse festival on Prince Edward Island, has announced the lineup for its 2023 edition. This festival has something for… Read more »

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Canada’s Inflation Decreases to 4.3% in March

In March, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 4.3% year over year, marking a deceleration from February’s 5.2% increase, says Statistics Canada in the Consumer Price Index… Read more »

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Best Banks in Canada According to Forbes

Equitable Bank has secured the title of Canada’s best bank in Forbes’ 2023 World’s Best Banks list, marking the third consecutive year it has received this recognition…. Read more »

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Burger Battles: Charlottetown’s Restaurant Burger Fest Begins This Week

Hey there, foodies! Get your taste buds ready for an epic culinary showdown in Charlottetown! The city’s best restaurants are gearing up for the Burger Battles from… Read more »

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Meridian63°: Plan a Luxury Camping Getaway at These Off Grid Micro-Cabins on PEI

Meridian63° is where luxury camping meets the great outdoors in the heart of PEI. Located centrally between Charlottetown, Borden and Cavendish, Meridian63° has four off-grid micro-cabins inspired… Read more »

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Mysa Nordic Spa & Resort on PEI is Perfect For a Relaxing Getaway to the Island

Plan a getaway to the first Nordic Spa on Prince Edward Island! A perfect spot to rejuvenate, rewind and connect with nature, Mysa Nordic Spa & Resort… Read more »

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Mezza Lebanese Kitchen Opens New Restaurant on PEI

Mezza Lebanese Kitchen is spicing things up with the opening of its third location on Prince Edward Island. The new location at 9 Kinlock Road in Stratford… Read more »

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Stay in a Floating Wine Barrel on Your Next Trip to PEI

Enjoy all that the quaint town of Murray Harbour, located an hour’s drive from Charlottetown, has to offer from one of kind “wine barrel” floating cabin. If… Read more »

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Mumford & Sons, Maggie Rogers to Headline Sommo Festival Debuting at PEI’s Cavendish Beach This Summer

A new festival is set to take place in Cavendish just a week after the Cavendish Beach Music Festival. The Sommo Festival set to take place from… Read more »

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This is How Much Grocery Prices Changed in December 2022 as Canada’s Inflation Now Stands at 6.3%

The annual rate of inflation has fallen to 6.3 per cent, a drop of 0.5% compared to November due to a reduction in gasoline prices, says Statistics… Read more »

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PEI to Distribute $500 Inflationary Support Payment Starting January 5th

Prince Edward Island will disburse the inflationary support payments starting January 5th. The payments announced last October are a temporary increase to the PEI Sales Tax Credit… Read more »