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Innovation PEI Building a vibrant, diverse & growing economy on PEI by providing funding & expertise. Stay connected with the Government of Prince Edward Island.

Innovation PEI is focused on accelerating economic development in Prince Edward Island by investing in people, innovation, and infrastructure. We are targeting key sectors that have displayed a high potential for economic growth within the province. Get news and information important to Island residents, as well as updates on provincial government programs and services. Your feedback is welcome, but please remember to keep comments respectful, non-confrontational and on topic. Moderators will remove comments that are inappropriate and/or violate our comments policy. Please read our comments policy here - https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/executive-council-office/comments-policy

10/15/2026

🔥Why start your business in PEI? With an interconnected support ecosystem, greater access to mentors and expertise, and tremendous funding programs, the Island has so much to offer entrepreneurs!

The application deadline for the fall round of the Ignition Fund is coming up quickly on October 26, 2026 at 1 p.m. AST!

Ready to take the next step? Learn more on our website!

10/14/2026

From a small Island business to a beloved national brand! 🐮🍦

This week on the PEI Business Podcast, Innovation PEI’s CEO Jennifer Evans sat down with Chad Heron, CEO of COWS. Chad shares insights on business growth, leadership, brand-building, and what it takes to expand a PEI-born company beyond our shores while staying true to its Island roots.

Watch the full episode now on our website or YouTube channel.

During Small Business Week, we are excited to present two Lunch & Learns hosted by Coltin Handrahan titled Own Your Stac...
10/07/2026

During Small Business Week, we are excited to present two Lunch & Learns hosted by Coltin Handrahan titled Own Your Stack: AI-Built Software for Small Business.

📅 Tuesday, October 20 · 12pm · Mill River Resort
📅 Thursday, October 22 · 12pm · Rodd Brudenell River Resort

About the Lunch & Learn:
For 14 years, Coltin Handrahan ran Stay Golden Custom as a non-technical founder, working around software that never quite fit. Last year he started leveraging AI “vibe-code” his own custom software tools and apps for his business. Join Coltin for a practical, no-jargon lunch session on how any small business owner can build software that fits their business instead of the other way around.

You can register today at the link below!
https://www.innovationpei.com/smallbusinessweek/

About Coltin:
Coltin Handrahan founded Stay Golden Custom in his senior year of high school in Charlottetown. Today the company runs custom screen printing, embroidery, and branded merchandise from its production facility in rural Hunter River, PEI, with a secondary Halifax office and clients across Canada. A non-technical founder for 14 years, Coltin began using AI to build his company's own custom software in December 2025, replacing ill-fitting subscriptions with bespoke tools built around how his team actually works. He is an alumni of the Wallace McCain Institute's Entrepreneurial Leaders Program, an active member of EO Atlantic, and first delivered the "Own Your Stack" workshop at PEI Tech Week 2026 at The Foundry.

10/06/2026

🎙️The PEI Business Podcast is back for a three-episode run leading up to Small Business Week!

In this week’s episode, we explore the incredible journey of Myrna Gillis. After a 25-year career as a lawyer, Myrna spotted a unique opportunity to make a career shift and became the CEO of Onda, a global leader in aquaculture research. Discover her story and learn how she reached the top of the Island’s bioscience sector.

Check out the episode now on the innovationpei.com blog or on the Innovation PEI YouTube channel.

10/05/2026

The best advice for applying to the Ignition Fund? The recipients from the Spring 2026 round have many helpful tips and tricks for the process!

Make sure to apply before October 26, 2026 at 1 p.m. AST.

Ready to get started? Learn more on our website!

Small businesses make a big impact on Prince Edward Island 🚀This Small Business Week (October 19th-23rd, 2026), Innovati...
09/28/2026

Small businesses make a big impact on Prince Edward Island 🚀

This Small Business Week (October 19th-23rd, 2026), Innovation PEI invites Island entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and celebrate through a lineup of events designed for you!

Register today at innovationpei.com/smallbusinessweek

09/24/2026

How did you first learn about the Ignition Fund? Hear from the Spring 2026 Ignition Fund Recipients as they share where they caught the spark!

Wherever you start, we can help you reach the next level in your business journey! Ready to learn more? Visit the link in our bio!

🚀 Applications are now open for the Fall 2026 Ignition Fund! Are you ready to turn your business idea into reality? Entr...
09/23/2026

🚀 Applications are now open for the Fall 2026 Ignition Fund!

Are you ready to turn your business idea into reality? Entrepreneurs with an innovative business venture, product or service could receive up to $25,000 through the Ignition Fund to help turn their idea into a viable business 🔥

📅 Apply by October 26, 2026 at 1 p.m. AST.

Ready to get started? Learn more at https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/innovation-pei/ignition-fund

Prince Edward Island Government Rural Action Centres Robertson Library, UPEI PEI I.T. Alliance CBDC Central PEI

09/10/2026

Island businesses are invited to provide their feedback on how to modernize financial assistance programs.

In response to ongoing economic uncertainty and current trade conditions, the province is reviewing its suite of financial assistance programs for business delivered by Innovation PEI. To better understand the pressures businesses are facing, the province is hosting dedicated engagement sessions across the Island and launching another business feedback survey.

Read the full release https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/province-reviews-business-supports

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94 Euston Street
Charlottetown, PE
C1A7L9

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+19023686300

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