PEI Communauté Nouvelles

A P.E.I. non-profit is launching a low-cost spay and neuter program in response to what it calls a "crisis" of unhoused animals, as well as "extremely high vet bills" that put those surgeries out of reach for many pet owners. The P.E.I. Companion Animal Rescue Education Society (CARES) said it will offer the program once a month starting in January.

Many individuals seeking support have turned to The Salvation Army for food, clothing and practical assistance, with more than three million visits reported last year in Canada and Bermuda. Donors continue to play a crucial role in helping The Salvation Army provide essential services in 400 communities across Canada.

Charitable giving in Canada is on the decline, according to the Fraser Institute’s latest generosity index, which analyzed tax returns to track private donations across the country. The study shows that fewer Canadians are donating, and the value of donations has also fallen.

The Government of Canada is committed to advancing long-term reform alongside First Nations across the country—so child and family services put children, families, and communities at the centre of care. Today, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, announced that the Government of Canada will be submitting a detailed plan to the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (CHRT) to reform the First Nations Child and Family Services (FNCFS) program — one that respects regional approaches while operating within a coherent national framework.

Today, the Honorable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, announced over $4.5 million in funding for 39 new freshwater projects.

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) Foundation today announced a generous $1 million gift from Kevin and Kim Ladner to establish the Kevin & Kim Ladner Endowment Fund in honour of their fathers, Cecil Ladner and Francis Reid. This endowment fund is the first of its kind at QEH dedicated to enhancing the care environment and will provide annual income to support upgrades and beautification of hospital spaces, including the cafeteria. In recognition of this extraordinary gift, the Foundation unveiled the naming of the Ladner Reid Commons, a welcoming area that includes The Abegweit Room, a private dining room, music corner, and the creation of an outdoor terrace with seating where staff can enjoy the fresh air during breaks and lunch.