Population Secretariat

About the Population Secretariat

The foremost labour market issue facing Prince Edward Island is skill shortages or gaps. The pace of economic growth coupled with demographic and other trends are exerting pressure on the provincial labour market.

The secretariat is designed to expand the provinces population by 1.50% per annum. Points of focus are to retain population, especially young people aged 15 to 29 years; to repatriate "Islanders Away" and to position Prince Edward Island as a niche destination for international migrants.

Why PEI, Canada?

Because this is the place where the best of all worlds is within easy reach. A place of beauty. A place of opportunity. A place where your family can grow in a safe and welcoming environment, where the air and the water are fresh and clean. Where major markets are a short flight away, but where you live and work minutes from world class recreation: salt-water beaches, spectacular golf, scenic hiking, challenging nordic ski trails.

Where is this place? It is a Province of Canada. And an island. It represents the best of all that Canada can be. Prince Edward Island. It could be your home.

LIVE!

Have it all. Live in an environment that offers big opportunities, affordable housing, little traffic, low crime rates, great educational institutions, universal government-funded health care, friendly neighbours and a few-minute drive to work; a place where your voice matters, where you can make a difference. Immerse yourself in scenic beauty. Relax. Stretch out. Find your balance. Live!

WORK!

Among such natural beauty and good-natured people, the career and business opportunities here will surprise you. Think aerospace; check out our growing cluster of world-class companies. Think bio-science; PEI has a strong base of companies and institutions in research and development, with close connections with the innovative University of Prince Edward Island and Holland College. Think information and communication technologies, the growing television, data services and gaming sectors.

Why? Access to NAFTA; less than two hours flight to New York, Boston and Toronto; an educated workforce; responsive government; affordable costs. World class technologies and globe-spanning time zones. And most important of all, great people with good values. PEI is a product that sells itself to special people. Join them. Step out of the clutter; find your vision; see your way. Spend quality time with your family instead of wasted hours commuting. Find success - in all your activities.

PLAY!

Steeped in heritage and history - PEI is where the idea of Canada was born - the Province boasts vibrant culture, lifelong learning, a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy exceptional cultural life: main stage and community theatres, museums, art galleries, good restaurants, regular festivals and events. Plus fabulous beaches and swimming, great golf, scenic walking trails - spectacular, affordable and nearby. A lifestyle that offers a healthy balance between work, family and fun is reality in Prince Edward Island. It’s all within your reach.