Health & Wellness
Events
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Island Lecture Series: “Borders, Boundaries and Jurisdictional Islanding: Placemaking in Atlantic Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic” with Andrew Halliday
UPEI 550 University Ave, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe Island Lecture Series presents a talk by Andrew Halliday, “Borders, Boundaries and Jurisdictional Islanding: Placemaking in Atlantic Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic,” on April 21 at 7 pm in the Main Building Faculty Lounge, Room 201, UPEI. The interdisciplinary field of Island Studies continues to reflect upon island understandings. This lecture will explore placemaking that…
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Kicking PancreAS™ Charlottetown
Family FriendlyReturning to PEI, Kicking PancreAS is a fun, inclusive 5k for all levels and abilities, taking place at Joseph A. Ghiz Memorial Park in Charlottetown on May 2, with a 7:30 pm start time. Check-in is set for 6:30 pm. Every step—and every dollar raised—supports pancreatic cancer awareness, patient support, healthcare education, and Canadian research,…
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Free BadGut® Lecture: Practical Tips for Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The Delta Hotel by Marriott 18 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe GI Society is offering a free BadGut® lecture on gut health and tips for living with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) at the Delta Hotel Prince Edward in Charlottetown on May 5 at 6:30 pm. The lecture is for individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, etc.) and their support circles, as well…
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The PEI Spiritual Expo & Symposium
Rodd Royalty Hotel 14 Capital Dr, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe PEI Spiritual Expo & Symposium will take place at the Rodd Royalty Hotel in Charlottetown on May 8–9. The two-day immersive event will focus on connection, personal growth, and spiritual exploration. Featuring a diverse lineup of vendors, intuitive readers, healers, and practitioners, attendees can explore a wide range of spiritual and holistic offerings. The…
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The PEI Spiritual Expo & Symposium
Rodd Royalty Hotel 14 Capital Dr, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe PEI Spiritual Expo & Symposium will take place at the Rodd Royalty Hotel in Charlottetown on May 8–9. The two-day immersive event will focus on connection, personal growth, and spiritual exploration. Featuring a diverse lineup of vendors, intuitive readers, healers, and practitioners, attendees can explore a wide range of spiritual and holistic offerings. The…
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La Leche League PEI: Free Breastfeeding Essentials Info Session
Free eventGentle Beginnings Prenatal Centre 17 Alley St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaLa Leche League PEI is offering two free events in May for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking place at Gentle Beginnings Prenatal Centre, 17B Alley St, Charlottetown, at 12 noon. A short prenatal introduction-to-breastfeeding session, Breastfeeding Essentials, will be held on May 9. A drop-in Lunch and Learn program will be held on…
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Lymphedema Education and Support Group
Free eventBeaconsfield Historic/Carriage House 2 Kent St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe Lymphedema Education and Support Group meets bi-monthly in Kensington at 25A Garden Dr. Bi-monthly meetings also take place in Charlottetown at Beaconsfield Carriage House. The next Charlottetown meeting is on May 13 at 4:15 pm. Facilitated by Rose Goulet, these meetings are open to anyone interested in preventing lymphedema or living with it. Follow…
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Run for the River 5K
Kent G Ellis Park 4247 Hopedale Rd, Hunter River, PE, CanadaThe Hunter-Clyde Watershed Group is hosting a 5k walk/run in support of local fish, wildlife and river health on May 16. Race check-in and bib pick up is at 9:45 am at Kent G. Ellis Park, with the race starting at 10:30 am. Parking is at Central Queens Elementary School. The race will be followed…
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Flora’s Walk PEI
Beaconsfield Historic/Carriage House 2 Kent St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaFlora’s Walk for Perinatal Mental Health will take place at the Beaconsfield Carriage House, 2 Kent St, Charlottetown on June 6 from 11 am–1:30 pm. Flora’s Walk raises funds and awareness for timely perinatal mental health care in Canada. Seventy per cent of proceeds raised will stay in PEI to support Family Service PEI’s counselling…
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Hike & Bike for Hospice PEI
Confederation Landing 2 Great George St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaIslanders are invited to walk, hike, run, or bike in memory of a loved one for the Hospice PEI fundraiser, Hike & Bike. The all ages event will be held at Confederation Landing Park in Charlottetown on June 6 from 1–3 pm. There will be a barbecue, prizes for top fundraisers, face painting, and giveaways…
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Kidney Walk PEI
Credit Union Place 511 Notre Dame St, Summerside, PE, CanadaKidney Walks fund life-saving research, real-time support, and powerful advocacy for people living with kidney disease. Each dollar raised supports critical programs and services, including short-term financial assistance. More than 70 per cent of the national organ transplant waitlist is made up of people waiting for a kidney. PEI Kidney Walks take place in Prince…
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Brenda Jones Book Launch
Stanley Bridge Hall 4897 St Marys Rd, Breadalbane, PE, CanadaMedicinal Herbs of Canada by author and illustrator Brenda Jones is a comprehensive guide to 134 different healing plants found across Canada. A book launch will be held on June 7 at 2 pm at the Stanley Bridge Hall. Everyone is invited to meet the author, get a book signed, enjoy refreshments, and mingle with…
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La Leche League PEI Lunch and Learn
Free eventGentle Beginnings Prenatal Centre 17 Alley St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaLa Leche League PEI is offering a free, drop-in Lunch and Learn program for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding. The next session takes place on June 9 at 12 noon at the Gentle Beginnings Prenatal Centre, 17B Alley St, Charlottetown. Breastfeeding and chestfeeding support and information will be provided by Chris Ortenburger, with the…
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Kidney Walk PEI
Simmons Arena 170 N River Rd, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaKidney Walks fund life-saving research, real-time support, and powerful advocacy for people living with kidney disease. Each dollar raised supports critical programs and services, including short-term financial assistance. More than 70 per cent of the national organ transplant waitlist is made up of people waiting for a kidney. PEI Kidney Walks take place in Prince…
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Stroke Information at the Charlottetown Library
Free eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaIn recognition of Stroke Month, there will be an education booth set up at the Summerside Library on June 15 from 10 am–2 pm. There will be information, resources, and staff from the provincial stroke office on site.
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ADHD PEI Meeting
Charlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaA monthly discussion for people interested in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is held at the Charlottetown Library. The next meeting is June 17 at 7 pm. This is a supportive space where peers can share personal experiences, seek advice on specific topics, or simply connect with others who understand the challenges of living with…
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Terry Fox Gravel Ride of Hope
Historic Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead 271 McPhail Park Rd, Orwell, PE, CanadaRiders of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in the third annual Gravel Ride of Hope fundraiser on June 20 at 10 am. Hosted by Cycling PEI, the ride departs from the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead and offers various scenic route options, including three solely on the Confederation Trail (7km, 15km, 30km), and…
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Island Tides Festival: Free Global Compassion Meditation Session
Free eventConfederation Landing 2 Great George St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaOn June 20, a free Global Compassion Meditation session will take place at Confederation Landing Park in Charlottetown at 2 pm, facilitated by Susana Rutherford as part of the Island Tides Festival. The aim is to create an inclusive space where secular, spiritual, and religious meditators can practice together and build community. For more information,…
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The Glucose Grind
Victoria Park 36 Victoria Park Driveway Stage, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe Glucose Grind returns to Charlottetown on June 27, bringing together runners, walkers, and community supporters to raise funds for vulnerable Islanders living with diabetes. The event is organized in partnership with the Community Foundation of PEI, ensuring that all donations directly support Islanders who struggle to afford essential diabetes-related needs, including medical supplies and…
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Seniors’ Bike Ride
Knead A Brake Cafe 25001 All Weather Hwy, Kensington, PE, CanadaCycling PEI is hosting the Seniors’ Bike Ride on June 27 from 10 am–12:30 pm. The relaxed bike ride will take place on the Confederation Trail, followed by post-ride social time at Knead a Brake Cafe. Free refreshments will be provided. This event is open to those aged 60 or older who already know how…