News Archives
Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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| Photo contest celebrating agriculture and fisheries industries
Islanders are invited to celebrate two of our primary industries – agriculture and fisheries – through photography, said Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac. “Today we are launching the 2016 Celebrate P.E.I. Agriculture and Fisheries Photo Contest. Each year, we invite the public to… |
| The Forum of Labour Market Ministers to hold consultations on labour market transfer agreements
The following news release was issued by the Forum of Labour Market MinistersFederal, provincial and territorial Ministers reinforced their commitment to collaborate on key opportunities and challenges facing the Canadian workforce and agreed to work together to conduct broad-based consultations on… |
| Building a vibrant economic future for Atlantic Canada
Federal Ministers and Atlantic Premiers announce the launch of an Atlantic Growth Strategy following a meeting on Atlantic Canada’s economyThe Government of Canada and the governments of the four Atlantic Provinces are working together to build a vibrant economic future for Atlantic Canada by… |
| New physicians begin practice in PEI this summer
Several new physicians are taking up practice in Prince Edward Island this summer. “Continued access to family physicians and specialists is very important to Islanders and we are pleased to welcome five outstanding physicians who are beginning practice here this summer,” said Health and Wellness… |
| Graphic designer bringing custom jewelry creations to life
Nevada Jay, a recent graduate from Holland College is showing her true potential as a graphic designer with Etsy’s largest worldwide seller, Bohemian Findings, says Minister Richard Brown, Workforce and Advanced Learning.“It is such an honour to pair recent graduates with once in a lifetime work… |
| Annual Government House Garden Party
Their Honours, the Honourable H. Frank Lewis and Mrs. Dorothy Lewis are pleased to invite the public to their fifth annual Government House Garden Party. Their Honours will greet visitors from 2:00 until 4:00 pm on Thursday, July 21, 2016. Their Honours wish to emphasize that residents and… |
| Island woman leading the way for right-of-way professionals
An Island public servant has become the first Atlantic Canadian woman to serve on the executive of the International Right-of –Way Association, announced Paula Biggar, Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women.“Sharon Slauenwhite is a… |
| 2016 Fresh Food Directory Now Available
This year’s Prince Edward Island Fresh Food Directory is now available for Islanders and visitors, said Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac. “Each year our department creates a directory that maps out locations across P.E.I. where fresh food products are available for purchase. This… |
| Cascumpec Bridge project gets green light
Cascumpec Bridge project gets green light as the federal and provincial governments announce funding for transportation infrastructure on PEI Federal-provincial investments in infrastructure will improve public safety and encourage economic development in Western Prince Edward Island. The… |
| Canadian education ministers meet
Canadian education ministers meet to discuss global competencies, Indigenous education and other pan-Canadian education initiatives Prince Edward Island’s Education, Early Learning and Culture Minister Doug Currie chaired the annual meeting of the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC)… |
| Minister Mitchell attends national meeting of Ministers Responsible for Local Government
Canada’s Ministers Responsible for Local Government met in Quebec City this week. Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell represented Prince Edward Island at the national meeting. “It was an honour for me to attend the annual meeting of Ministers Responsible for Local… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Saturday, July 9, 2016: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 2.5 cents per litre (cpl); and• There will be no change in Furnace Oil, Stove Oil, Diesel or Propane prices at this time… |
| New roles created to help patients navigate the health care system
Health PEI is creating a new Patient Navigator position and patient and family advisor opportunities to make it easier for patients to access services and move through the health care system. “Improving the patient experience is one of our key priorities, along with access to services and… |
| Online consultation of Climate Change Mitigation Strategy begins
Online public consultation of Prince Edward Island’s Climate Change Mitigation Strategy begins today, said Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. “The Government of Prince Edward Island has committed to play our part in the national efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions… |
| Canada Child Benefit to provide millions more in support to Island families
The new Canada Child Benefit will provide more than $20 million directly to Island families beginning this month.Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Premier Wade MacLauchlan visited CHANCES in Stratford this morning to visit Island children who will directly benefit from the… |
| Islanders to benefit from new state-of-the-art CT scanner at PCH
Islanders can access the best in digital CT imaging with the installation of a new $750,000 CT scanner this month at Prince County Hospital. “Good access to diagnostic services is a critical element in the delivery of high quality health care,” said Health and Wellness Minister Robert Henderson… |
| Statement following the Presentation of Honours by the Governor General in Halifax
Their Honours the Honourable H. Frank Lewis and Mrs. Dorothy Lewis extend their congratulations to the eleven Prince Edward Islanders who were presented honours today by His Excellency The Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada during a ceremony at the Canadian Museum of… |
| Ignition Fund winner set to launch product
Mont Carmel resident and Innovation PEI Ignition Fund 2014 recipient, Mathieu Gallant is looking forward to continuing the PEI cheese making tradition through his new company Island Artisan Cheesehouse. Commercial cheese making on Prince Edward Island dates back to the 19th century and has been key… |
| Wellness grants help community groups to engage Islanders in healthy living
With the support of provincial wellness grants, community organizations continue to build a culture of wellness in communities across the Island. “Organizations who received wellness grants earlier this year are now seeing the fruits of their efforts in helping Islanders to engage in key areas of… |
| Province continues to reduce red tape to make it easier to do business with government
In its efforts to be more open and accessible, the provincial government continues to remove barriers to doing business in Prince Edward Island. “Our Government remains committed to working closely with industry to reduce red tape, align regulations with other jurisdictions, and ensure conditions… |