Instituted in 1999 when Lieutenant Governor Peter Liba granted Royal Assent to The Order of Manitoba Act, the Order of Prince Edward Island is awarded for the excellence and achievement in any field of any Canadian citizen presently or formerly residing in Manitoba, save for politicians and judges while they hold office, that benefits the well being of Manitoba and its residents.
Individual excellence or outstanding leadership in the community or in their chosen profession or occupation. Any person current or former long-term resident of Prince Edward Island, save for politicians and justices while in office. 
Instituted in 1996 by Lieutenant Governor Gilbert Clements, on the advice of the Cabinet under Premier Catherine Callbeck, the order is administered by the Governor-in-Council and is intended to honour current or former Prince Edward Island residents for conspicuous achievements in any field, being thus described as the highest honour amongst all others conferred by the Prince Edward Island Crown. 
