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April 9, 2026

Spring Training at Rural Action Centres

Our spring training schedule is brimming with opportunities to hone your skills to run your business or not-for-profit organization. We are delighted to welcome seasoned facilitator Ron Robichaud for in-person training sessions in each of our Rural Action Centres the week of April 20th. Ron has a wealth of experience in both business and not-for-profits. Check out all our sessions, and register today. 


Ignition Fund: Make your business idea a reality

The Spring 2026 Ignition Fund call for applications is now open. Innovation PEI’s Ignition Fund supports entrepreneurs developing innovative products or services with strong export potential, with awards of up to $25,000. The deadline is 1:00 p.m. AST on Monday, May 11, 2026. Check the Ignition Fund web page for more information. Register for an information session delivered by Innovation PEI’s David Gamble at the Rural Action Centre in Montague (April 21) or Alberton (April 24).


Young Millionaires Program – applications open

The Young Millionaires Program (YMP) supports youth aged 9–16 who have big ideas and entrepreneurial spark. Whether they want to craft handmade goods, offer a service, or explore a brand-new idea, YMP offers the tools, training, and some funding to help them succeed. If you know a future entrepreneur, this is the perfect place to start. Click Here for more information and to register in your region!


PEI Arts Grants Information Session

The PEI Arts Grant spring call for applications is open April 13 at 12 pm until May 11 at 4 pm. For more information, register Here for a virtual information session on April 23rd at 12 pm.

Save the Date:
Real World AI Skills – May 13

Register Here


Client Profile – Crystal Burke-Cheverie, Fortune Bridge Farms

“The Rural Action Centre is an essential resource for our community. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to start or expand a business without the headache.”

Read Crystal’s full profile HERE.


Contact the Client Information Officer in your local centre if we can be of assistance.

Emma Gamble
Montague
[email protected]
902-838-4030

Barb MacDonald
Alberton
[email protected]
902-853-3616

Marthe Ngombi
Wellington
[email protected]
902-854-3439

Training Sessions

Check out our online and in-person courses. Click the link for more information and registration details.

ALBERTON

  • April 14: Cyber Security Info Session
  • April 22: Maximizing Profit Potential in Your Business
  • April 23: Human Resource Management
  • April 24: Ignition Fund Info Session
  • April 27: Emergency First Aid (One-day session)
  • April 27: Standard First Aid (Two-day session)
  • April 28: Payroll plus the Other Stuff

MONTAGUE

  • April 16: Tax Help for Corporations: CRA Session
  • April 16 – May 7: Successful Business Plan Workshop (4-part series)
  • April 20: Pricing Your Product or Service
  • April 21: Ignition Fund Info Session
  • April 28: Employment Standards Info Session
  • April 29: Standard First Aid (Two-day session)

WELLINGTON

  • April 15: Preventing Discrimination: PEI Human Rights Commission en français
  • April 22: Pricing Your Product or Service en français

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