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Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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| Liquor License Suspended for the Guild
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the licensed premises known as “The Guild,” license number SL 970028, located in Charlottetown, for three (3) days commencing 9 a.m., Thursday, June 6, 2013 up to and including 9 a.m., Sunday, June 9, 2013. The Liquor Control… |
| Love our Lobster campaign supports fishers
A campaign to promote lobster is helping to boost sales and support local fishers, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “The Love Our Lobster campaign is a great opportunity to support our hard-working fishers, processors, retailers and peddlers,” the Minister… |
| New collection of breast cancer resources available at Prince Edward Island's public libraries
Prince Edward Islanders will now have access to new breast cancer resources at their local libraries, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “The PEI Public Library Service, the PEI Breast Cancer Information Partnership, and the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation - Atlantic Region… |
| Atlantic Premiers examine changes to Employment Insurance
Atlantic Provinces are moving forward on their commitment to jointly review the impact of the federal government’s recent changes to the Employment Insurance (EI) Program. This regional consultation and research initiative was announced by Atlantic Premiers after their meeting in White Point, Nova… |
| Liquor License Suspended For The Hotel on Pownal
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the licensed premises known as “The Hotel on Pownal,” license number SL 110117, located in Charlottetown, for three (3) days commencing 9 a.m., Friday, June 7, 2013 up to and including 9 a.m., Monday, June 10, 2013. The Liquor Control… |
| Government supports recommendations for ongoing development of the Acadian and Francophone community
A report with recommendations on the ongoing development of the Acadian and Francophone community was released today by the Acadian and Francophone Community-Prince Edward Island Government Joint Working Group, says Premier Robert Ghiz, Minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs. “The… |
| Major investment will increase use of technology in education
A new $8 million provincial government investment in education technology will benefit student learning in schools across the province, says Premier Robert Ghiz. The Government of Prince Edward Island has entered into a partnership agreement with Eastlink that will see all 65 school sites upgraded… |
| Islanders to benefit from enhancements to provincial Electronic Health Record
Island hospitals are implementing a new electronic ordering process – called CPOE (Computerized Provider Order Entry) – that will see hand-written physician orders replaced by electronic orders, further enhancing the province’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, says Dr. Tim Fitzpatrick, CPOE… |
| Progress report highlights achievements toward strengthening social well-being
The first progress report on the provincial Social Action Plan outlines achievements in the past year and provides information about future initiatives to create a supportive environment for vulnerable and low income Islanders, says Honourable Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island support PEI Mutual Festival of Small Halls
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), and the Honourable Ron MacKinley, PEI Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development, today announced funding to support the PEI Mutual Festival of Small Halls and its… |
| Condolences to the family of Erskine Smith
The following statement was released by Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Henderson: “On behalf of the Prince Edward Island government, I extend my sincere condolences to the family of Erskine Smith. “A true leader in the Island theatre community, Erskine Smith’s dedication to his profession and… |
| Prince Edward Island Libraries to offer free downloadable music from their website
The Prince Edward Island Public Library Service now offers access to over 10,000 music labels from 65 different countries through the Freegal Music Service, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Henderson. “With this service, Islanders with a library card will be able to download a select number… |
| Plant disease diagnostic service now available
The Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory is once again offering plant disease diagnostic services for agricultural and industry representatives. Sample types accepted include potatoes, cereals, fruit crops, and cole crops. Common potato diseases identified include late blight, fusarium dry rot, leak… |
| Traffic Advisory for June 11, 2013
The beams for the widening of the Bonshaw Bridge are being erected this morning. Traffic delays can be expected. |
| Minister committed to health care services in western Prince Edward Island
Until the Collaborative Emergency Centre opens at Western Hospital, the Department of Health and Wellness and Health PEI are committed to stable and consistent services for the community, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “For the past several years, the people of western Prince… |
| Employees receive award for leadership in promoting diversity and inclusiveness
Every day, government employees are finding ways to encourage diversity and make important programs and services more inclusive, says Premier Robert Ghiz. The 2013 Premier’s Award for Diversity Leadership in the Public Service was presented today in recognition of these efforts. The award is… |
| Saturday, June 15: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Caring community members, support services, health professionals, law enforcement and community organizations can work together to make a positive difference to raise awareness about elder abuse and prevent abuse, says Community Services and Seniors Minister Valerie E. Docherty. Minister Docherty… |
| Province congratulates Invesco on company growth
The Province of Prince Edward Island is pleased with the continued success and growth of Invesco, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Invesco is an example of an international company achieving great success via its Prince Edward Island office,” said Premier Ghiz. “Since locating to Prince Edward Island in… |
| Report recommends enhancements to senior high school model
A new report provides recommendation on how to enhance the senior high school system, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “The future prosperity of our province relies on our students and we need to ensure that we are providing our high school students with the… |
| Legislative committee embarks on province-wide discussion on addictions to prescription drugs
The Standing Committee on Health, Social Development and Seniors of the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island is commencing its work on facilitating a province-wide discussion on addictions to prescription drugs. “Abuse of prescription drugs is a growing problem,” said Bush Dumville, chair… |