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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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| Temporary hold on the administration of Fluad and Agriflu in PEI
The administration of vaccines Fluad and Agriflu are temporarily on hold in Prince Edward Island. Similar to other provinces, this decision follows a Health Canada recommendation that these two flu vaccines, made by the pharmaceutical firm Novartis, should be halted pending a review of the… |
| PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation receives donation of 11,000 year old artifact
The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation now holds what is possibly the oldest artifact ever discovered in Prince Edward Island, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Henderson. The stone spear point, believed to be more than 11,000 years old, was discovered by the late Aage Sorensen in the 1930s… |
| New East Prince facility prepares students for careers in the skilled trades
High school students now have better opportunities to prepare for a career in the skilled trades with the opening of the new East Prince Career and Technical Education facility, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Our government understands the importance of investing in skills training and an educated… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in affordable housing in Alberton
The Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island gathered in Alberton today to announce funding for a new six unit supportive housing facility for individuals who are at risk of becoming homeless and are living with a mental illness or living with disabilities.The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister… |
| Fisheries Minister leads delegation to seafood expo in China
A seafood trade mission to China will help expand international markets for Prince Edward Island seafood products, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “China is a very important, growing market for Prince Edward Island exports,” said the Minister. “Our… |
| Everyone has a role to play in their health care
Canadian Patient Safety Week, October 29 to November 2, is a reminder that the best health care decisions are made when patients and their health care providers work together as a team, says Dr. Richard Wedge, interim CEO of Health PEI. “Patient safety and quality are Health PEI’s top priorities,… |
| Latest numbers indicate year-to-date tourist traffic is similar to last year
The latest tourism indicators show that year-to-date numbers are similar to last year, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “Although the Fall Flavours Festival and the International Shellfish Festival saw record attendance, overnight stays in September were approximately five per… |
| Hold lifted on season flu vaccine
Seasonal influenza vaccination will resume as normal in Prince Edward Island, says Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison. The temporary hold on the administration of Agriflu and Fluad by Health Canada has been lifted after their review of the safety information for these two vaccines.… |
| License Suspended for Red's Corner
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the lounge operation known as “Red’s Corner,” license number LL100246, located at Pooles Corner, Cardigan, for the following period of time, that is: for a twelve (12) day period as follows:• Thursday, November 1, 2012, 9 a.m. to… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Thursday, November 1, 2012: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 1.5 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will decrease by 2.0 cpl; • Diesel prices will decrease by… |
| Island family says smoke alarm saved their lives
John-Anthony Langdale and his two sons are alive today because of a working smoke alarm, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “I want to thank Mr. Langdale for sharing his story,” said Ms. Sherry. “His frightening experience is an important reminder to us all to ensure we… |
| Egyptian Consulate General pays official visit to province
The Consulate General of Egypt to Canada, M. Amin Meleika, made an official visit to Prince Edward Island on Wednesday and Thursday of this week. He was accompanied by his Cultural Attaché, Dr. Elsayed Mahfouz. They met with Premier Robert Ghiz on Wednesday morning. They also made courtesy calls to… |
| New Brunswick author to tour French schools and libraries
French speaking students across Prince Edward Island will have an opportunity to get up close and personal with an accomplished author and illustrator next week. Denise Paquette will be visiting Island French schools and libraries from Monday, November 5, to Wednesday, November 7. The New Brunswick… |
| Is your civic address sign visible and in good repair?
Civic addresses are very important for emergency services – fire, ambulance and police can’t help you if they can’t find you, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. No one wants emergency responders to be delayed because a civic address sign is missing, damaged or hidden… |
| Queen Elizabeth Hospital taking precautions and implementing visitor restrictions
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is reporting a number of patients on Unit 1 – an orthopedic and medical nursing unit – are experiencing gastro-intestinal illness symptoms and that visitor restrictions have been put in place on the nursing unit. “We are currently processing lab specimens from… |
| Minister Recognizes Early Childhood Education Week
Early childhood education provides the foundation for future learning and it is important to take time to recognize the valuable early childhood educators across the province who have an incredible impact on the growth and development of our youngest Islanders, says Education and Early Childhood… |
| Queen Elizabeth Hospital maintaining visitor restrictions on Unit 1
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is reporting that fewer patients are experiencing gastrointestinal illness-like symptoms on Unit 1; however, visitor restrictions will remain in place on the unit for an additional 48 hours, announced Dr. Rosemary Henderson, QEH Medical Director. “We are pleased… |
| Province respects Provincial Nominee Program Judicial Review decision
Today, in compliance with the decision of the judicial review, the Province released the names of corporations that received investments through the Provincial Nominee Program, says Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning Allen Roach. “We have provided the requested information to the… |
| Islanders can participate in Health PEI meeting online, at three other sites
Islanders can take part in the second Health PEI Annual General Meeting on November 14 without attending in person, says Health PEI Board Chair Leo Steven. “Health PEI is working to become One Island Health System that serves all Islanders, and that is also what we are trying to do with our annual… |
| PEI Porktoberfest a success
Islanders have once again proven their love for local. The local pork initiative, PEI Porktoberfest, recently completed its inaugural October campaign with great success. The Prince Edward Island Hog Producers, Hometown Pork, the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, PEI Flavours and Fresh Media… |