Welcome!
Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI (IRSA) is a settlement agency helping new immigrants as they find their new home in Prince Edward Island, Canada.
We offer personalized support for individuals and families, including help with essential services, job searching, school enrollment, and language training. Our programs also foster inclusion through community connections, youth support, and cultural engagement.
New immigrants in PEI
Not registered with IRSA yet...
New to PEI? We can help you get settled, find work, and feel at home in your community.
Registered IRSA clients
If you are already registered with IRSA, browse our website to find out more about our services or talk to your settlement worker.
Interested established Islanders
As an established Islander, you can help make Prince Edward Island a welcoming community for new immigrants. There are many ways to get involved — volunteer or otherwise engage in advocating and providing support for new immigrants in the community, school, or workplace.
Things to Know
- Welcoming Week 2025
- Sep 12 2025
- This week, from September 12–21, communities across Canada are celebrating Welcoming Week !
Welcoming Week is a global initiative that highlights the power of inclusion. It’s about bringing people together, strengthening connections, and showing that communities are stronger when everyone feels valued and supported. Across the country, organizations like ours are taking part by sharing stories, hosting events, and encouraging conversations about belonging. - PIP News: Helping Newcomers Feel Welcome in PEI
- Aug 01 2025
- Find out what we've been up to in the first quarter this year
We're excited to share highlights from the past three months, showcasing the PIP team's efforts, partnerships, and collaborations—all supporting building a stronger, more inclusive community. - Get Involved: Opportunity to Serve on IRSA Board of Directors
- May 27 2025
- We are looking for expressions of interest
Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI is seeking expressions of interest from people who would like to serve on the Board of Directors. - DiverseCity Festival is back! Now in 7 locations across PEI
- May 15 2025
- DiverseCity Festival Returns to Celebrate Culture & Community
The DiverseCity Festival is back and bigger than ever in 2025, with celebrations planned across seven communities throughout Prince Edward Island. Kicking off in Charlottetown on June 22, the festival continues its tradition of showcasing the rich cultural diversity of the Island through music, food, art, and community engagement.
Things to Do
- Welcoming Week Bingo for Seniors (50+)
- Thursday, September 18, 2025
- Are you an IRSA client aged 50 or older? Join us for a special Welcoming Week Bingo in Summerside!
- Girls Circle - Grade 8 clients
- Join this amazing 8- week program
- We are inviting Grade 8 newcomer girls to join the next cohort of Girls Circle. This program is designed to create a safe and supportive space where girls can express themselves, build friendships, and learn new skills.
- IELTS/CELPIP Morning In-person Classes
- Mondays and Wednesdays from September 8 - 24 2025
- If you're preparing for the language proficiency test, we've got your back! Join our FREE online or in-person classes to boost your preparation.