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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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| Province outlines Tourism Plan 2013 at TIAPEI annual general meeting
Tourism Plan 2013 will see the Department of Tourism and Culture work with industry partners to identify new sources of revenue, tap into emerging markets and develop a new vision for provincial parks and museums, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “The importance of tourism on… |
| Diamond Jubilee Medals awarded
Another group of outstanding Islanders were recognized with Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee Medal during a ceremony at Government House this afternoon, said Honourable Premier Robert Ghiz. “Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee Medal gives us an opportunity to honour deserving members of our communities who… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Saturday, December 1, 2012: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 4.0 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 1.0 cpl; • Diesel prices will increase by… |
| Province invests in Aquaculture and Fisheries Research Initiative
The province is contributing approximately $180,000 to three research projects under the Aquaculture and Fisheries Research Initiative to strengthen the oyster and cultured halibut industries, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “This investment is supporting… |
| Expanded roles for health providers will increase access to care
Allowing more health-care professionals to make the best use of their training will increase access to health care for all Islanders, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “We are moving forward on major initiatives to expand the roles of three types of health providers – nurse… |
| Eastlink TV to broadcast portions of Health PEI annual meeting
Islanders can watch a time-shortened version of Health PEI’s second Annual General Meeting on Eastlink TV (channel 10 in Prince Edward Island) for one week beginning Thursday, December 6. The video was edited from its original 169 minutes to 58 minutes for broadcast on Eastlink’s “Podium TV” public… |
| Bonshaw hills land to be protected
The Government of Prince Edward Island is moving forward with its commitment to protect land in the Bonshaw hills for the enjoyment of Islanders while protecting ecologically important areas, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey. “There were previously few… |
| Expansion to QEH day surgery department and its support services will reduce wait times
Renovations and expansion to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s (QEH) day surgery department and related support services will reduce wait times for day surgeries and lay the foundation for better access to elective surgeries, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “The QEH sees approximately… |
| Three Island lawyers honoured with Queen’s Counsel appointments
Three members of the Prince Edward Island legal profession have been honoured with Queen’s Counsel (Q.C.) appointments, says Environment Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “I am proud to offer congratulations to Spencer Campbell, Valerie Moore and Brian McKenna as the newest lawyers… |
| New resource will support families with autism
A new Guide to Early Years Autism Services will provide parents with more information on the services and supports available for young children with autism, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “It can be difficult for families to know what supports are available… |
| Summerside students win provincial Envirothon competition
Students from Three Oaks Senior High School in Summerside won a provincial competition to represent Prince Edward Island at the 2013 North America Envirothon in Montana next summer, says Minister of Agriculture and Forestry George Webster. “Environmental education programs provide an excellent… |
| Provincial government and businesses welcome students to workplaces
Many Grade 9 students had excellent opportunities to learn about their parents’ jobs and workplaces on Take Our Kids to Work Day, says Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. “I commend the many workplaces and schools that take part in Take Our Kids to Work Day,” said Minister… |
| Province announces release of technical documents related to the implementation of HST
Rules have been developed that will allow for a smooth transition to the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) system. As of April 1, 2013, HST will apply to most goods and services that are currently subject to the Goods and Services Tax (GST). General transitional rules for the implementation of the HST… |
| Horace Carver, Q.C. appointed Lands Protection Act Commissioner
A well-respected former provincial cabinet minister who was active in the drafting and passage of the Lands Protection Act more than thirty years ago will review that same Act to ensure it still meets the current day needs of Islanders, says Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes… |
| Cancer Trends Report released
The Chief Public Health Office has released the 1980-2009 Cancer Trends Report for Prince Edward Island, which going forward will help guide government policy decisions regarding cancer care, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “With the increasing age of our Island population, we have… |
| Child and Youth Commissioner makes recommendations to government
A report by Prince Edward Island’s Child and Youth Commissioner contains a number of important recommendations for government that will improve services for children and youth across the province, says Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. “While we have always been proud of… |
| QEH limiting visitation on Unit 1 to immediate family only this weekend
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) will be limiting visitation on Unit 1 to immediate family only beginning Saturday morning as patients continue to recover from gastrointestinal illness-like symptoms, says QEH Medical Director Dr. Rosemary Henderson. “We are optimistic that the gastrointestinal… |
| Schedule at Western Hospital emergency department November 10, 16
The emergency department at Western Hospital in Alberton will be closed on Saturday, November 10, and operate on a limited schedule November 16, due to a temporary lack of physician coverage.The emergency department’s 24-hour closure on November 10 will last from 8 a.m. until 8 a.m. the next day.… |
| 2012 Speech from the Throne
The 2012 Speech from the Throne delivered by the Honourable H. Frank Lewis, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, will be the first highlight of the fall sitting of the Legislative Assembly. The speech will be moved by Evangeline - Miscouche MLA Sonny Gallant and seconded by Summerside - St… |
| Grade one students to receive free book
Grade one students across Prince Edward Island will receive a free book this week in an effort to help foster a love of reading, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “It is very important that children are given every incentive to improve literacy skills, especially early in… |