Kaley Obrien News Today

Two of P.E.I.'s chambers of commerce say the province's plan to reduce immigration is hurting businesses and has prompted hundreds of foreign workers to leave the Island.

Some employers on P.E.I. are trying to stand out by offering incentives to attract workers as the province's labour shortage continues.

Prince Edward Island’s labour shortage — which is affecting every sector from health care to agriculture and small business — has emerged as a major issue ahead of the upcoming provincial election.

Island businesses are feeling like they're caught between a rock and a hard place these days, as their costs continue to rise. They don't want to pass along those increases to customers, but are worried about staying in business themselves.

As costs go up for gas, heat and food, consumers are more restrained and local businesses are feeling the difference.