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| Smoking legislation is improving the health of Islanders
A recent study published in the scientific journal, PLOS ONE, states that in the first five years after the introduction of Prince Edward Island’s Smoke Free Places Act, there was an estimated reduction of 350 hospital admissions for heart attack and over 3.5 million dollars has been saved, says… |
| A successful first community information session
There was a small crowd, but great discussion at the first of seven community health information sessions, said Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “I want to thank all those who came out today,” said Minister Currie. “These sessions are designed to educate Islanders on the changes coming to… |
| Reminder of hypertension information session for residents of Morell
Residents of Morell are reminded of the Health PEI information and education session on high blood pressure (hypertension) being offered at the Morell Village Office tomorrow, April 9, from 10 a.m. – 12 noon. Guided by a primary care nurse, the session will include information on hypertension,… |
| Federal and Provincial investments support infrastructure improvements to the Jacques Cartier Memorial Arena
The Jacques Cartier Memorial Arena will soon see a reduction to the facility’s energy consumption thanks to government support and new energy-efficient equipment. The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), and the… |
| Alberton community meeting well attended
The second of seven community meetings on health care changes was well attended in Alberton, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie."We are extremely pleased with the level of participation we received tonight in Alberton," said Minister Currie. "Many of the changes that concern Alberton… |
| Federal and Provincial investments support infrastructure improvements to sport fields in O'Leary
Infrastructure improvements will enable the Community of O’Leary to upgrade an area ball field to meet softball Canada’s standards and host a national softball tournament this summer. The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (… |
| Province talks trade with Japanese officials
A visit last week by the Consul General of Japan at Montreal was highlighted by discussions on trade and tourism, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Prince Edward Island is aggressively pursuing new opportunities to strengthen trade and tourism in international markets,” said Premier Ghiz. “The Japanese… |
| Applications now being accepted for Family Medicine Sponsorship Program
Applications are now being accepted for eligible medical students interested in the Family Medicine Sponsorship Program, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “The Family Medicine Sponsorship Program will provide $110,000 in funding over a four year period for three medical students… |
| A new general surgeon being added to the provincial complement
To help provide better care for patients and alleviate pressure on our current system and in particular the surgical staff at QEH and PCH, an additional general surgeon will be added to the provincial complement and be staffed at QEH, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “We continue to… |
| Funding supports community projects that benefit girls and women
The Interministerial Women’s Secretariat provides funding to community organizations to assist with the development of projects, programs and services that benefit women throughout Prince Edward Island, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women. “I am pleased that this… |
| Large turnout at Souris community information session
The large turnout at the Souris community information session indicates how deeply the people of Eastern Kings care about their health services and their community, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie."I was glad to have the opportunity tonight to listen to concerns and clarify some… |
| Farmers, farm workers encouraged to emphasize safe agricultural working environments
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week runs March 10 to 16The people who work to make agriculture one of the Island’s key industries should take the time to make sure farms are safe workplaces, say Agriculture and Forestry Minister George Webster and Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice… |
| Province to operate four provincial golf courses in 2013
It will be business as usual at all four provincially owned golf courses this coming season, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “We continue to navigate through the RFP process with the groups who have submitted proposals on the future ownership or management of the provincial… |
| Primary health care survey results available
Results of the primary health care survey will help Health PEI plan for and improve services for Islanders, says executive director, primary health care division, Deborah Bradley. “We are very pleased that 12,000 people took the time to complete the survey, which was mailed to households Island-… |
| Detour Notices -- March 18, 2013
Please be advised that effectively immediately: ∙ Route 6, Portage Road, from Route 15, Brackley Pt Road, to Route 223, Winsloe Road will be detoured until further notice. Signage will be posted. ∙ Route 224 in Hope River will be detoured until further notice. Signage will be posted.The public is… |
| Tools to help Island businesses transition to HST accessible online
With implementation of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) just around the corner, the Province would like to encourage Island businesses to make use of the information and tools available online to help with transition to the new system, says Minister of Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs, Wes… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, March 15, 2013:● Gasoline prices will increase by 1.0 cent per litre (cpl);● Furnace and stove oil prices will decrease by 3.2 cpl;● Diesel prices will decrease by 2… |
| Federal and provincial governments announce investments in Harbourfront Theatre
The Harbourfront Theatre will soon embark on a project to accommodate the permanent location of the local Visitor Information Centre, and to undertake exterior infrastructure improvements, thanks to contributions from the federal and provincial governments.The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of… |
| Minister pleased with progress of QEH Day Surgery Department renovations
Renovations and construction to expand the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s (QEH) day surgery department are progressing well and will certainly have a positive impact on Islanders who require day and elective surgeries, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie during a visit to the hospital. “… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island support businesses in Pooles Corner
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 the Atlantic Advanced Power Technologies (AAPT) and Eastern… |