UPEI awards 2026 research grants to faculty members
UPEI awarded research grants totalling $102,702 to 15 faculty members in 2026. Five faculty members received internal research grants (IRG); six received Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Explore research grants (SERG); and four received Lévesque human health internal research grants.
Nurse practitioner-led group health visits aim to improve access to diabetes care in Prince Edward Island
Adults on Prince Edward Island who are living with Type 2 diabetes and do not currently have a primary care provider are invited to participate in a research study evaluating a new approach to delivering diabetes care.
Led by researchers at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) in partnership with Health PEI, this study will examine the feasibility of nurse practitioner (NP)-led interprofessional group health visits as a model to improve access, continuity, and team-based care for individuals living with diabetes.
Queer Networking at PrideFest '26
UPEI's Experiential Education is hosting the 3rd annual Queer Networking event as part of Pride PEI's 2026 Festival.
Members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies are invited to join an afternoon of drop-in, casual networking at The Arts Guild, 111 Queen Street, between 4:30-6 pm on Monday, July 27. This event is open to all job seekers, employers, entrepreneurs, and folks who want to meet new people or deepen connections. Come find mentorship, fresh talent, your next collaboration, or just hang out and practice those social skills!
