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| Get shucked in to the PEI Oyster Society™
Thirty-one local restaurants will serve up fresh shucked Prince Edward Island oysters during the month of August so that Islanders and tourists can get “shucked in” to the PEI Oyster Society™. The Prince Edward Island Aquaculture Alliance, Fresh Media, and the Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture… |
| Sustainable farming initiative established at Macphail Homestead
A new dimension has been added to Macphail Homestead in Orwell to promote small-scale sustainable agriculture in Prince Edward Island. The newly incorporated Homestead Farm will become a centre of excellence for progressive, sustainable agriculture, focussing on research, demonstration and… |
| Islanders encouraged to take part in intergenerational storytelling contest
Islanders are encouraged to participate in Prince Edward Island’s Intergeneration Month storytelling, poetry and song contest, says Minister of Community Services and Seniors Valerie E. Docherty. “The Seniors’ Secretariat storytelling contest is a wonderful opportunity for Islanders to celebrate… |
| O’Leary walk-in clinic schedule for August
Health PEI is advising the public that the O’Leary Health Centre walk-in clinic will operate on a limited schedule in August due to a shortage of physicians who are available to provide coverage at the clinic. Ambulatory services at the health centre will continue as scheduled. Clinic hours are 8 a… |
| Public invited to view drawings of the K-12 Souris School
Planning for the Souris K-12 School continues to move forward and the public is invited to view the plans at an information meeting August 9, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “We have reached an exciting point in the project where we can share the floor plans… |
| Souris walk-in clinic schedule for August
Health PEI is advising the public that the Eastern Kings Health Centre walk-in clinic in Souris will operate in August as physicians were secured to provide coverage on a limited schedule for the month. Clinic hours are 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays (no walk-… |
| Cabinet meets with First Nation leaders following Cabinet meeting in Scotchfort
The provincial Cabinet hosted its meeting in Scotchfort today and participated in informative discussions with First Nation leaders from across the province, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Today’s Cabinet tour was a great chance to meet with First Nation leaders and the residents of Scotchfort, and to… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Wednesday, August 1, 2012:• Gasoline prices will increase by 1.7 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 1.0 cpl; • Diesel prices will increase by 1.… |
| Premier Ghiz announces Interest-Free Provincial Student Loan Program for Prince Edward Island students
A zero per cent interest rate on the Provincial Student Loan program will be implemented October 1, 2012, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “We are investing into the full lifespan of our students – early years learning, kindergarten to high school, and post-secondary learning,” said Premier Ghiz. “… |
| Glenfinnan Bridge reduced to one-lane traffic
Effective immediately, the Glenfinnan Bridge on Route 21 (Fort Augustus Road) is reduced to one-lane traffic with traffic lights, until further notice. A weight restriction is also in effect. |
| Farmers Helping Farmers holding beef barbeque fundraiser
The 28 Annual Farmers Helping Farmers beef barbeque is an opportunity to raise money to help farm families in Kenya while mixing and mingling with old friends. The fundraiser will be held on Saturday, August 11, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Harrington Research Farm, civic number 1200 Brackley… |
| Government and unions working together to keep provincial employee pension plans sustainable and affordable
Government and labour unions are working together to come up with a “made-in-Prince Edward Island” solution to keep public sector pensions both sustainable and affordable, says Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. “Islanders are aware of the pressures on our pension fund,”… |
| West Prince HST Information Session
Residents of West Prince are advised that the HST Information Session on Wednesday, August 8, at the Tignish Legion will be open to both businesses and the community as a whole. Minister of Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs, Wes Sheridan, wants to ensure that all residents of West Prince have… |
| Six projects approved by the Innovation PEI Pilot and Discovery Fund peer review committee
Six projects have been awarded funding offered by Innovation PEI to support the early stage academic and industry research that will lead to the commercialization of new products or services in the sectors of bioscience, information technology, renewable energy or aerospace. “In times of fiscal… |
| Six projects approved by the Innovation PEI Pilot and Discovery Fund peer review committee
Six projects have been awarded funding offered by Innovation PEI to support the early stage academic and industry research that will lead to the commercialization of new products or services in the sectors of bioscience, information technology, renewable energy or aerospace. “In times of fiscal… |
| Public urged to help prevent wildfires
Officials with the Prince Edward Island Department of Agriculture and Forestry and the Fire Marshal’s Office are urging the public to be especially diligent to prevent fires during the current dry spell. Wildfires can cause significant damage endangering homes, cottages, forests, farms buildings,… |
| Construction Begins on New Spring Park Wastewater System
The City of Charlottetown today celebrated the groundbreaking of the first of four phases to divide the remaining portion of the Spring Park combined storm and sanitary sewer system into two separate systems. “In addition to creating jobs and supporting the local economy, this project will help to… |
| Western Hospital emergency hours temporarily limited
Health PEI advises the public that the emergency department at Western Hospital in Alberton will operate on a limited schedule for selected days this month due to a temporary lack of physician coverage.The emergency department will be closed overnight on August 9, 10, 15, 18 and 21, from 10 p.m.… |
| Condolences to the family of Margaret Crane
Statement from Premier Robert Ghiz:On behalf of the Prince Edward Island Government, I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of Margaret T. Crane. Mrs. Crane lived a long and productive life. A stay-at-home mother who raised and educated a large family, her hard work and… |
| Land Use Policy Task Force and Environmental Advisory Council to hold joint consultations on protecting and managing our natural resources
The Land Use Policy Task Force and the Environmental Advisory Council will work together to consult with Islanders on ways to protect and manage our natural resources, say Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan and Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “These… |