Live Well PEI

10/13/2026

PEI students in grades 7-12 spend an average of 1.8 hours/day browsing or scrolling social media.🤳

Social media may help youth connect, learn, and express themselves — but balance matters. Building healthy screen habits can support better sleep, mental well-being, and more time for movement, hobbies, and in-person connection.

Explore more youth health data:
https://www.livewellpei.ca/sites/test.livewellpei.ca/files/2026-04/2025-26_Provincial%20Report_ENG_0.pdf

10/09/2026

Connect and celebrate this Thanksgiving weekend.

And that doesn’t have to include alcohol. More people are choosing to drink less or not at all. Try swapping alcohol for coffee, tea, a festive mocktail, or simply water.

Remember, any reduction has benefits. 💙

10/08/2026

🍂🦃 Food for thought this Thanksgiving: shop local when you can.

Choosing local foods helps reduce the distance food travels from farm to plate and is a great way to enjoy nutritious, seasonal ingredients while supporting local families, local businesses, and a stronger food system.

💛Fill your table with PEI flavours and give thanks to the people who grow, raise, and produce the food we enjoy!

Find local markets and food outlets near you: https://www.tourismpei.com/what-to-do/culinary/local-markets-food-product-outlets

10/07/2026

🍂🦃 Make movement part of the celebration

Thanksgiving is about more than the meal. It's a chance to spend time together, connect with loved ones, and make memories.

This holiday weekend, try adding a little movement to your traditions:

🚶 Go for a walk with family or friends
🥾 Host a thanksgiving scavenger hunt
⚽ Play a game outside
🍁 Take in the fall colours on a scenic hike

Being active doesn't mean you have to run a turkey trot. Whether it's a walk around the neighbourhood or an afternoon outdoors, every move counts!

For more ideas, check out: https://activeforlife.com/active-thanksgiving/

10/06/2026

🚨Don't fall for the hype!

Ni****ne pouches may seem harmless, but they can contain high amounts of ni****ne, as much as a cigarette. For youth, ni****ne addiction can develop quickly and be difficult to break.

👉 Bust the myths and get the facts.

Learn more and access additional resources: https://www.livewellpei.ca/our-work/breathe-well/health-communities

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10/05/2026

It's Walktober, and October 7 is International Walk to School Day! 🚶‍♂️🍂

👟 Only 39% of children and youth in Canada get the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity each day.

Walking, biking, wheeling, or rolling to school is one simple way to help children build more movement into their daily routine.

🚲On Wednesday, encourage the kids in your life to choose active transportation and enjoy the benefits of being active, connecting with friends, and spending time outdoors.

Every step counts!

Learn more: https://greencommunitiescanada.org/international-walk-to-school-month/

10/02/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.🩷

Did you know that 1 in 8 women in Canada will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime?

To reduce the risk of breast cancer it is important to invest in, support, and promote preventative measures! While risk factors like age and family history can’t be changed, you can lower the risk through healthy lifestyle choices like choosing to drink less alcohol.

Learn more about it:
https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/phac-aspc/migration/phac-aspc/cd-mc/pdf/Breast_Cancer_Risk-eng.pdf

09/29/2026

The first-ever Provincial Wellness Report is here!

The 2025 report highlights 105 wellness initiatives delivered by more than 90 organizations across PEI, showcasing the collective efforts across the Island to support prevention and help Islanders live healthy, thriving lives.

📖 Access the full report below:

2025 Prince Edward Island Wellness Report : simplebooklet.com

09/28/2026

September is ! Everyone plays a part in supporting healthy pregnancies and supporting people with FASD.

Through the Provincial Alcohol Strategy, the Government of PEI is committed to addressing FASD through monitoring, prevention, screening, diagnosis, supports and training.

Islanders are encouraged to learn more about FASD and to engage in empathetic conversations that promote awareness and prevention.❤

Learn more about FASD: https://canfasd.ca/
Access the Provincial Alcohol Strategy:https://www.livewellpei.ca/sites/test.livewellpei.ca/files/2026-06/20260629%20Provincial%20Alcohol%20Strategy_FINAL.pdf

09/25/2026

September is FASD Awareness Month.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a lifelong condition that affects the brain and body and is caused by alcohol exposure during pregnancy. Every person with FASD has unique strengths and abilities, and faces challenges that impact different parts of their daily lives.

This month is an opportunity to raise awareness to help prevent FASD, reduce stigma, and support individuals and families affected by FASD.

To learn more about FASD, visit www.canfasd.ca