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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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| Summerside Community Information Meeting on Health Care
There was positive engagement and a good crowd tonight in Summerside for the health information meeting.“Prince County Hospital is the cornerstone of acute health services in Summerside,” said Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Our commitment is to support PCH in providing health care… |
| PEILCC Supports Safe Grad Activities
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has generated almost $8,000 in donations during its 5th annual Support Safe Grad fundraising campaign. These funds will help ensure Island high school graduates are able to enjoy safe alcohol-free celebrations. “The PEI Liquor Control Commission… |
| Western Hospital emergency hours temporarily limited
The emergency department at Western Hospital in Alberton will operate on a limited schedule for fourteen days this month due to a temporary lack of physician coverage. The emergency department will be open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (closed overnight) on May 3, 4, 8, 9, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24, 26… |
| Love our Lobster campaign supports local industry
Encouraging more Islanders to purchase fresh local lobster is behind the province’s annual Love our Lobster campaign, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “We are declaring May and June as Love our Lobster months to promote the high quality of Prince Edward… |
| Colonel Gray students Island winners of the It’s Your Job Youth Video Contest
An interest in workplace safety issues and a talent for video production have led two Charlottetown high school students to win the It’s Your Job Young Worker’s Video Contest for Prince Edward Island, Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry says. “Colonel Gray High School students… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in job creation in West Prince
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), and the Honourable Allen Roach, PEI Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning, today announced funding for IO Solutions Call Center to support its expanding workforce. “Our… |
| Would you be able to cope in an emergency?
Could you look after yourself and your family for three days if an emergency occurred, no services were available and emergency responders couldn’t get to you? That’s the question Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry asks Islanders to think about this week during national… |
| Well-known illustrator to visit province during TD Canadian Children's Book Week
Children’s book illustrator Ron Lightburn will share the joy of reading and illustrating with local children this week during this year’s TD Canadian Children’s Book Week, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “Children’s book week helps kids experience the joy of reading when it… |
| Carolyn Francis receives Caring Canadian Award
Farmers Helping Farmers would like to congratulate Carolyn Francis on receiving the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award. The Award was presented to her by the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on Thursday, April 25, 2013, during a ceremony at Rideau Hall. Ms. Francis… |
| All burning permits cancelled due to high fire index
The Island Forest Weather Index is now HIGH. Effective immediately all Burning Permits are invalid until weather conditions improve. Firefighters across the Island were busy this past weekend with grass and brush fires, which were made even more dangerous by the warm, dry and windy weather. Higher… |
| PEI Burger Love an incredible success
As the third annual PEI Burger Love ended on April 30th, it is clear that Prince Edward Island has firmly established itself as the Burger Capital of Canada. PEI Burger Love is a month-long celebration of 100% Island Beef. Owned and marketed by Fresh Media, the culinary campaign is presented in… |
| Minister issues new directions for delivery of autism services
Strengthening services and supports to students with autism and their families is the goal of a new directive issued today, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “Our educational system is an inclusive one which strives to meet the needs of each individual,” said… |
| Weight restrictions for Miminegash Harbour Bridge
Effectively immediately, weight on the Miminegash Harbour Bridge is restricted to 5,500 kg max gross/4,500 kg max axle. |
| Catastrophic drug coverage for all Islanders
Islanders will soon benefit from a catastrophic drug program, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The goal of the program is to protect any individual or family whose drug costs are consuming an unreasonable share of their income, be it from a combined cost of using drugs for several common diseases, or one… |
| Health PEI’s strategic plan for 2013-16 complete
The strategic plan for Health PEI is now available online for the public, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “I’m very pleased with the Health PEI Board of Directors plan and the strategic work that went into preparing it,” said Minister Currie. “In terms of improving access, Health PEI… |
| Health PEI’s strategic plan for 2013-16 complete
The strategic plan for Health PEI is now available online for the public, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “I’m very pleased with the Health PEI Board of Directors plan and the strategic work that went into preparing it,” said Minister Currie. “In terms of improving access, Health PEI… |
| Workers, employers invited to upcoming Employment Standards seminars
Island workers and employers are invited to learn about Prince Edward Island’s labour laws at upcoming seminars on the Employment Standards Act, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “Aside from the home, work is where people spend most of their time. PEI’s labour laws create… |
| Productive meeting held with Prince Edward Island Fishermen’s Association
The Government of Prince Edward Island held a productive meeting with Prince Edward Island Fishermen’s Association Monday, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Government will continue its role in facilitating discussions,” the Premier said. “The only way to resolve the impasse is through dialogue. The… |
| Stroke survivor experiences important to next phase of provincial organized stroke care program
The Heart and Stroke Foundation and Health PEI are partnering to host a series of conversations with stroke survivors to assist in the planning process of the third phase of the provincial organized stroke care program. Stroke survivor group discussions and caregiver discussions will be held… |
| Talks aimed at strengthening trade ties with the European Union
Strengthening trade relationships with the European Union topped the agenda for discussions with Ambassador Matthias Brinkmann of the European Union to Canada, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The Prince Edward Island government recognizes that increasing exports is key to our continued economic growth… |