ContentSkip to Main ContentAccessibility HelpnewsTop StoriesLocalClimateWorldCanadaPoliticsIndigenousBusinessThe NationalHealthEntertainmentScienceCBC News InvestigatesDisability LifeGo PublicAbout CBC NewsBeing Black in CanadaWhat is UPEI’s effect on the Island’s economy? 4 hours ago|Duration 6:504 hours agoNewsDuration 6:50The University of Prince Edward Island recently commissioned a study digging into the post-secondary institution’s impacts in the province. The findings reveal that UPEI is not only one of the largest employers on the Island but also a key driver of its economy. CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin sat down with president Wendy Rodgers to talk about the report and its implications.Related Stories Industries in P.E.I. see positives in new federal budget, but workforce worries persist New P.E.I. capital budget focuses on ‘what Islanders need most,’ finance minister says Immigration, infrastructure and housing plans in federal budget could impact P.E.I. Growing number of new nurses leaving P.E.I.’s health-care system, report suggests ‘Momentum’ building to turn around P.E.I.’s fragile health-care system, CEO says at AGMMore from NewsVideo4:17Alberta to use notwithstanding clause to shield transgender bills from court challengesHanomansing Tonight 13 minutes agoVideo6:35Why are so many skilled immigrants leaving Canada? | Hanomansing TonightHanomansing Tonight 27 minutes agoVideo2:12Manitoba announces plans to open supervised consumption site in January42 minutes agoVideo1:56SQDC adding vaping products to its shelves – reversing a previous decision42 minutes agoVideo2:10Alberta plans to use notwithstanding clause to shield transgender bills from legal challenges44 minutes agoTrending NowVideo1:10Carney, Poilievre square off in question period ahead of final budget votePolitics News November 17Video0:57Justin x Katy: ‘Is that really real?’CBC News October 30Video0:27Carney’s budget passes crucial confidence vote, averting December electionPolitics News November 18Video3:01Crowd has mixed reaction as Carney makes appearance before 112th Grey CupNovember 16Video2:31B.C. wolves pull up crab traps to get at baitNovember 18
What is UPEIs effect on the Islands economy?
