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P.E.I. minister 'amazed, inspired and hopeful' after taking part in Last Supper recreation • Apr. 20, 2025, 3:57 AM ET (CBC)
Even parts of the P.E.I. government say we're moving to eliminate trade barriers too quickly • Apr. 20, 2025, 3:12 AM ET (CBC)
Easter Sunday and Monday: What's open and closed on P.E.I.? • Apr. 19, 2025, 3:57 AM ET (CBC)
Ferry service between P.E.I. and N.S. will be more reliable this season, CEO promises • Apr. 18, 2025, 8:19 AM ET (CBC)
P.E.I. premier tables act to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers in face of Trump tariffs • Apr. 18, 2025, 3:57 AM ET (CBC)

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Also Known As P.E.I. • the Island
Capital Charlottetown
Population (2021) 154,331; (2023 est.) 175,853
Date Of Admission 1873
Provincial Motto "Parva sub ingenti (The small under the protection of the great)"
Provincial Flower lady’s slipper
Seats In House Of Commons 4 (of 308)
Time Zone Atlantic (GMT − 4 hours)
Premier Dennis King (Progressive Conservative Party)
Total Area (Sq Km) 5,660
Total Area (Sq Mi) 2,185

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