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City Releases 2022 Environment and Sustainability Annual Report
06/06/2023
The 2022 City of Charlottetown Environment and Sustainability Annual Report is now available online detailing the progress made towards the goals and actions of the Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) and Community Energy Plan (CEP).
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Battle of the Atlantic Pop-Up Exhibit Now Open
06/05/2023
The City of Charlottetown presents the historic, pop-up exhibit entitled Battle of the Atlantic, created in partnership with the Prince Edward Island Regiment Museum
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Celebrating Walk & Roll Week in Charlottetown
06/05/2023
An opportunity to celebrate and encourage active transportation in the City
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Fire Ban Safety Reminders
06/01/2023
Outdoor fires are prohibited within the City
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Traffic Advisory: Water Main Work on Riverside Drive May 29th
05/29/2023
Riverside Drive between Exhibition Drive and Park Street will be closed to East Bound Traffic May 29 between 9pm and midnight.
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Tree Debris Cleanup for Charlottetown
05/19/2023
City to continue tree debris clean up until June 30
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City of Charlottetown Launches Operation ReLeaf with Tree Canada
05/18/2023
Charlottetown homeowners will soon be able to help replant Charlottetown’s urban forest through a new program, Operation ReLeaf – Charlottetown, created in partnership with Tree Canada
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Charlottetown Stands With 2SLGBTQIA+ Community
05/17/2023
City recognizes International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia
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West Royalty Commercial Area Transportation Master Plan Update
05/09/2023
The City of Charlottetown is seeking final input from the community on the West Royalty Commercial Area Transportation Master Plan.
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Charlottetown Celebrates Heritage Day
05/09/2023
The City of Charlottetown celebrated Heritage Day, Tuesday, May 9, with an awards ceremony to honour individuals and organizations in the community who have worked diligently to preserve and celebrate the City’s heritage.
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2022-2023 Community Report Highlights Initiatives and Progress
05/01/2023
The City of Charlottetown has released its 2022-2023 Community Report highlighting more than 75 key projects and initiatives.
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Works to Begin on Park Street Extension
04/28/2023
Work is set to begin on the Park Street extension to connect it to Beach Street and create a crescent subdivision.
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City of Charlottetown Signals Move Towards Summer
04/28/2023
Victoria Row and Victoria Park Active Transportation Lane Open May 1
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City Launches New Community Garden Framework
04/21/2023
With recognition of Earth Day on April 22, the City of Charlottetown is pleased to announce the launch of a new Community Garden Framework intended to guide how the City works with and supports community groups leading the implementation of community gardens in Charlottetown.
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Charlottetown City Council Moves Forward with Modernized Governance System
04/21/2023
At a Special Meeting held April 20, Charlottetown Council approved a number of resolutions prioritizing the modernization of its governance system, allowing the City to move forward.
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City Operated Sports Fields Remain Closed
04/18/2023
The City of Charlottetown Parks and Recreation Department would like to notify all sporting groups and other individual users that many of the City operated sports fields are not yet open for the season due to wet field conditions.
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Community Sustainability Micro-Grants Call for Applications Now Open
04/05/2023
Charlottetown residents are now able to apply to the City’s Community Sustainability Micro-Grant Program for up to $2,500 in funding to help bring their project to life.
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Charlottetown City Council Approves 2023-2024 Budget
03/31/2023
- Charlottetown City Council approved the 2023-2024 annual budget today at a Special Meeting of Council.
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City of Charlottetown Releases Draft Official Plan
03/16/2023
The City of Charlottetown has released the draft Official Plan and is inviting citizens to provide input at upcoming engagement sessions.
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Riverside Drive Watermain Work Scheduled
03/10/2023
Motorists are advised that there will be watermain work on Riverside Drive between Exhibition Drive and Park Street.
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Take Time to Change Your Clocks and Your Batteries
03/09/2023
Despite losing an hour when the clocks spring forward this weekend, the Charlottetown Fire Department (CFD) reminds people to make the time to check their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
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Charlottetown City Council Releases BDO Forensic Audit
02/27/2023
Charlottetown City Council met February 27, 2023 and agreed to accept and release the findings of the BDO Canada Forensic Audit Report and Internal Controls Assessment which they initially received February 6, 2023.
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Changes to Tourism Accommodation Levy Effective March 28, 2023
02/24/2023
The next stage of the City of Charlottetown’s Tourism Accommodation Levy (TAL) comes into effect March 28, 2023 to include all tourism accommodation operators within city limits, regardless of the size of operation.
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Charlottetown Announces new CAO
02/21/2023
Charlottetown City Council has appointed Eleanor Mohammed as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the City of Charlottetown
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Traffic Advisory: 2023 Canada Games IllumiNATION Festival
02/16/2023
The City of Charlottetown is advising community members of traffic impacts from the 2023 Canada Winter Games IllumiNATION Festival, taking place from Sunday, February 19 to Saturday, March 4, 2023.
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Historic Pop-up Exhibit Celebrating Winter Sport Open
02/13/2023
The City of Charlottetown’s historic, pop-up exhibit entitled ‘Celebrate Winter Sport’ is now open.
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Canada Games Legacy Project Ready for Skaters to Enjoy
02/02/2023
New portable artificial outdoor rink located at Founders Hall greenspace open for the season.
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Jumpstart I Love to Skate Program Registration Now Open
01/18/2023
The City of Charlottetown and go!PEI, through the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Foundation, are offering another season of the I Love to Skate Program.
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Charlottetown, Stratford, and Wolfville Switch Programs win National Climate Action Award
01/16/2023
The City of Charlottetown and Town of Stratford are being recognized nationally for their green energy financing programs, Switch Charlottetown and Switch Stratford.
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Winter Sidewalk Maintenance
01/10/2023
The City of Charlottetown maintains about 115 km of concrete sidewalks and asphalt multi-use pathways and is focused on providing a safe environment for pedestrians all year round.
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2023/2024 Pre-Budget Consultations Now Open
01/06/2023
Community members invited to provide input on annual budget until January 27
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Charlottetown City Council Inaugural Meeting of the 2022 to 2026 Term
12/08/2022
On Tuesday, December 6, the City of Charlottetown held its inaugural Council meeting. The Mayor and 10 Councillors were officially sworn in for the 2022 to 2026 term of Charlottetown City Council.
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Final Day to Apply to Residential Property Clean-Up Program Approaches
12/06/2022
The City of Charlottetown, in partnership with the Provincial Department of Fisheries and Communities, has helped administer a tree clean-up program to support residents with the impact of post-tropical storm Fiona. Specifically, the program assists residents with cleaning up damaged and fallen trees, along with removing tree debris from their private property.
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City Launches Flood Protection Rebate Program for Residents
11/25/2022
The City of Charlottetown has launched a new rebate program that helps Charlottetown residents protect their homes against damage in the event of flooding.
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Traffic Notice: Signature Christmas Activities This Weekend
11/24/2022
Motorists asked to use caution in impacted areas during events on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
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Charlottetown Christmas Tree Lighting Returns on November 25
11/21/2022
Tree lighting to feature live performances, refreshments and a pyrotechnic display
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Join in the Holiday Fun at the Annual Jingle Bell Walk Event
11/18/2022
The City of Charlottetown will host the 27th Annual Jingle Bell Walk on Friday, December 2, including live entertainment and family-friendly activities.
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City Announces Signature Charlottetown Christmas Festival Events
11/14/2022
Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting, and other Festive Favourites Return to Charlottetown
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Overnight Parking Restrictions Begin November 15
11/08/2022
The City of Charlottetown would like to remind residents of the overnight on-street parking restrictions that will be in place beginning November 15, 2022, until April 15, 2023.
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Progress Continues on Beach Grove Culvert Project
11/04/2022
The City of Charlottetown would like to advise residents on the progress made to date on the culvert replacement project on Beach Grove Road.
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Tree Reclamation Project Community Open House to be Hosted November 16
11/03/2022
The City of Charlottetown is hosting a Community Open House where community members will be invited to share ideas and provide input on the City’s tree reclamation projects.
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Victoria Park Active Transportation Lane and Victoria Row Reopen to Vehicular Traffic
11/01/2022
The City of Charlottetown is advising residents that the active transportation lane (bicycle lane) in Victoria Park is now closed for the 2022 season.
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City Update: Friday, October 28, 2022
10/28/2022
Recovery efforts and topic-specific updates to continue in the coming weeks
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Statement on the passing of former City Councillor Eddie Rice
10/27/2022
Mayor Philip Brown issued a statement on the passing of former City Councillor Eddie Rice
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City to Host Climate Adaption Event
10/18/2022
The City of Charlottetown is hosting a free panel discussion event on climate adaptation as part of the City’s Resilient Homes, Parks and People program.
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City Update: Tuesday, October 18, 2022
10/18/2022
All sections of the Confederation Trail in Charlottetown City limits now open to the public
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Traffic Notice: PEI Marathon This Weekend
10/14/2022
Motorists asked to use caution in impacted areas during race weekend
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City Update: Friday, October 14, 2022
10/14/2022
Coordinated clean up and recovery efforts to continue over the weekend
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City Update: Thursday, October 13, 2022
10/13/2022
The City of Charlottetown Emergency Measures team and EMO partners remain dedicated to community recovery and clean up efforts while balancing reopening and the delivery of core services. Work crews continue with recovery efforts in several areas of focus, including sidewalk clean up, repair and replacement.
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Statement from Mayor Philip Brown Regarding 68 Park Street
10/13/2022
"I am pleased that Council has approved the application to support the temporary use of modular housing at the Park Street location."
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City Update: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
10/12/2022
Work crews continue recovery efforts, including sidewalk clean up, repair and replacement
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City Update: Tuesday, October 11, 2022
10/11/2022
City to help administer residential property clean up program
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City Update: Friday, October 7, 2022
10/07/2022
Coordinated clean-up and recovery efforts to continue over long weekend
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City Update: Thursday, October 6, 2022
10/06/2022
Residents urged to put safety first and stay away from areas surrounding closed schools
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City Update: Wednesday, October 5, 2022
10/05/2022
The City of Charlottetown Emergency Measures team and EMO partners remain dedicated to community recovery and clean-up efforts while balancing reopening and the delivery of core services. Dedicated efforts are focused on trees and other hazards in school zone areas that require multiple EMO partners to resolve.
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City Update: Tuesday, October 4, 2022
10/04/2022
The City of Charlottetown Emergency Measures team and EMO partners remain dedicated to community recovery and clean-up efforts while balancing reopening and the delivery of core services. Dedicated efforts are also focused on school zones and those with damaged trees that require multiple EMO partners to resolve.
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City Update: Monday, October 3, 2022
10/03/2022
Continued focus on parks and trails clean up; six parks and playgrounds reopened to the public
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City Update: Sunday, October 2, 2022
10/02/2022
Updates on Reception Centres, Red Cross Disaster Shelter, and Confederation Trail
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City Update: Saturday, October 1, 2022
10/01/2022
The City of Charlottetown Emergency Measures team and EMO partners remain on the ground as community recovery and clean up efforts continue over the weekend. Work crews are dedicated to fallen and damaged municipal tree clean up, including parks and trails, along with residential tree debris pick up.
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City Update: Friday, September 30, 2022
09/30/2022
The City of Charlottetown Emergency Measures team and EMO partners remain on the ground as community recovery and clean up efforts continue today and over the weekend. Work crews have been on the ground since first light again today with a focus on tree clean up on roadways and sidewalks.
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City Update: Thursday, September 29, 2022
09/29/2022
Next phase of recovery and clean up efforts set to begin
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City Update: Wednesday, September 28, 2022
09/28/2022
Almost all streets now passable, coordinated efforts continue
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City Update: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
09/27/2022
The City of Charlottetown Emergency Measures team and EMO partners remain focused on coordinated recovery and clean up efforts. While work crews continue to focus on clearing the roadways, significant progress has been made in terms of major roads and access to neighbourhoods.
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City Update: Monday, September 26, 2022
09/26/2022
The City of Charlottetown Emergency Measures team and EMO partners continue to address the challenges that Hurricane Fiona has presented. With the weather shift we are experiencing today (wind and rain), the City is urging residents to use extra caution and limit their movement to essential travel.
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City Update, September 25, 2022
09/25/2022
Residents asked for patience as cleanup continues
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Update from the City of Charlottetown
09/24/2022
Crews doing what they can until wind decreases, emergency personnel responding as they are able
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City Emergency Preparations Well Underway
09/22/2022
Extensive plans and preparations in place through City's Emergency Measures team
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City to Begin Fall Hydrant Flushing Program
09/21/2022
Bi-annual hydrant maintenance to begin next week and last four to six weeks
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Emergency Preparedness
09/21/2022
Residents encouraged to prepare a 72-hour emergency kit in preparation for Hurricane Fiona
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Winners of Beautification Program Announced
09/16/2022
Lawns and gardens celebrated as Make Our Hometown Beautiful winners announced
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Residents Invited to Learn More and Have their Say on City’s New Official Plan
09/01/2022
Residents and stakeholders are invited to participate in the development of the City of Charlottetown’s new Official Plan – the City’s long-term plan for how land is used and developed in the community.
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Culvert Replacement on Beach Grove Road to Begin September 8
09/01/2022
The City of Charlottetown is advising residents that construction on Beach Grove Road is scheduled to begin next week on Thursday, September 8.
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Cinema Under the Stars Returns to Victoria Park
08/22/2022
The City of Charlottetown is excited to announce the return of free, outdoor movie screenings to the Victoria Park Cultural Pavilion from September 1-3.
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Gold Cup Parade Route is Now Available
08/17/2022
Motorists asked to use extra caution while travelling on August 19 2022
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Charlottetown Citizens Recognized with Awards
08/05/2022
Dedication from community members acknowledged at a private event
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City Pool Now Open for the Season
06/30/2022
The City of Charlottetown’s recreational community pool is now open for the season. The Victoria Park pool and splash pad is open seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. (weather permitting).
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Soccer Match Ticket Sales to Begin Monday, July 4
06/30/2022
Ticket sales for the upcoming professional soccer match between Sunderland Football Club U23 and the U23 CF Montréal will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 4.
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City Launches New Engagement Platform – charlottetownhall.ca
06/22/2022
The City of Charlottetown has launched a new digital engagement platform – charlottetownhall.ca. Its purpose is to make it easier for residents to connect with the City and share feedback on the major projects, plans and initiatives that matter to them most.
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