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Funding secured to move Malpeque Harbour to Kier Shore, says P.E.I. MP

July 11 , 2024 at 08:38:11 p.m. ADT • :

People who fish from the harbour have complained for years about how shallow it is due to sand and silt buildup, with boats frequently getting stuck or sinking.

New survey, online tool to track P.E.I.'s rural food security, as pantry use grows

July 11 , 2024 at 04:20:59 p.m. ADT • :

According to the Food Security Now tool, 29 per cent of Islanders are struggling to put food on the table.

Workers Compensation Board of P.E.I. to start covering psychological injuries

July 11 , 2024 at 07:31:30 p.m. ADT • :

The Workers Compensation Board of P.E.I. will begin covering psychological injuries caused by work-related harassment as of Jan. 1, 2025. Barb Groome Wynne, the board's director of corporate and human resources, explains to CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin what this means for Island employees.

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This robot is using AI to help P.E.I. farmers detect potato viruses

July 11 , 2024 at 06:00:00 a.m. ADT • :

A robot using artificial intelligence technology is helping P.E.I. farmers detect virus indicators in potato fields. CBC's Nancy Russell spoke to the people involved with the project about why the Agri-Scout robot was created and how it helps keep Island spuds healthy.

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Non-profit launches video series about international students' labour market struggles in P.E.I.

July 10 , 2024 at 06:00:00 p.m. ADT • :

The Atlantic Student Development Alliance is set to debut a new video series called Shifting Tides: The Impact of P.E.I.'s Job Market on International Students and Graduates in P.E.I. CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin spoke with executive director Daniel Ohaegbu to find out why the group needed to shine a light on the challenges international students face while working in the province.

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