News Archives
Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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| Investment increases province’s lobster holding capacity
There will be more space available in Prince Edward Island to store live lobsters so they are as fresh as possible when they are processed and sent around the world. “The food industry requires extensive physical infrastructure to produce and to grow their businesses,” Economic Development and… |
| Province investing $100,000 in new career and technical education equipment
Many career and technical education classrooms in Island schools will soon have some new tools and equipment for classes like Intermediate Technology Education, automotive, carpentry and welding, says Education, Early Learning and Culture Minister Doug Currie. “Whenever I visit a school, I can see… |
| Storyboard Showcase focus on healthy relationships
--- The Youth Storyboard Showcase for family violence prevention highlights the characteristics of healthy relationships in a very unique way said Minister of Family and Human Services Tina Mundy.“This year’s event encouraged teachers and youth-based organizations across the Island to engage… |
| World Oceans Day is June 8
Island fishers are cleaning up the oceans to show their collective support and appreciation of our waters on World Oceans Day, June 8, 2016, said Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac. “The oceans are a changing environment for our fish stocks and we need to be proactive and dedicated… |
| Annual Statistical Review gathers Island information in one place
The complete story of Prince Edward Island’s population, social makeup, and economy can be found in the 42nd edition of the province’s Annual Statistical Review for 2015. “The Annual Statistical Review is one of the most important documents produced by the Government of Prince Edward Island,”… |
| Construction Advisory - Bonshaw Hills Provincial Day Park
Users of Bonshaw Provincial Day Park and the adjoining trail system may experience interruptions over the next six weeks due to construction of playground facilities and associated infrastructure at the Day Park. Heavy equipment will be onsite over the next six weeks and temporary disruptions to… |
| Veterinary technician receives valuable mentorship opportunity at Cornwall Veterinary Clinic
Falina Dovick, a recent graduate and registered veterinary technician had the opportunity to develop her skills in her field of study at the Cornwall Veterinary Clinic, says Minister Richard Brown, Workforce and Advanced Learning.“Through the Graduate Mentorship Program, we’re proud to pair… |
| Statement on medical assistance in dying by Premier Wade MacLauchlan and Health and Wellness Minister Robert Henderson
We are committed to providing Islanders with safe end-of-life care with the utmost compassion and dignity.Individuals seeking medical assistance in dying are legally able to do so in Canada.The Supreme Court provided a deadline of June 6, 2016 for the federal parliament to adopt legislation to… |
| Statement on medical assistance in dying by Premier Wade MacLauchlan and Health and Wellness Minister Robert Henderson
We are committed to providing Islanders with safe end-of-life care with the utmost compassion and dignity.Individuals seeking medical assistance in dying are legally able to do so in Canada.The Supreme Court provided a deadline of June 6, 2016 for the federal parliament to adopt legislation to… |
| Mission to Ontario builds on relationships formed in India
A trade mission to Ontario next week will likely be Prince Edward Island’s largest ever, expanding on business relationships built during the two provinces’ mission to India in February. “Canada’s largest and smallest provinces made some important connections with India and with each other during… |
| Minister congratulates high school students on Island Speaker Series
A pilot project to engage youth and the community in celebrating local success in different careers could be expanded to all Prince Edward Island high schools by 2017, says Workforce and Advanced Learning Minister Richard Brown. “This project is aimed at increasing awareness of the many career… |
| Newcomer entrepreneurs rejuvenating tourism operations in Cavendish
Newcomer entrepreneurs are playing a vital role in the province’s tourism industry. The Province is working alongside 13 hospitality operators in Cavendish, most of whom speak Mandarin, who are enriching our province and helping to support the needs of non-English speaking tourists visiting Prince… |
| Environmental Award Winners Announced
This year’s Prince Edward Island Environmental Award winners were announced this morning in Charlottetown, said Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. “There is a lot of great environmental work being done across Prince Edward Island and it is important we take the time to… |
| Social Infrastructure Spending Strengthens Communities and Grows the Economy in Prince Edward Island
The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, and the Honourable Tina Mundy, PEI Minister of Family and Human Services, Minister Responsible for Seniors, today announced measures to give Canadians greater access to more affordable housing, including the… |
| New government website now available for use
Islanders can now use the new Prince Edward Island government web site princeedwardisland.ca while it continues to be developed and updated. “This new site makes it easier to find information and do more business with government online than ever before,” Finance Minister Allen Roach said. “Although… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Wednesday, June 15, 2016: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 4.3 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace oil, stove oil and propane prices will remain unchanged; and• Diesel prices will… |
| Traffic Control Manual outlines workplace safety measures
A newly revised traffic control manual will help protect the safety of workers, motorists and bystanders at highway construction sites across Prince Edward Island, says Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar.“Our provincial government is making significant investments in… |
| Order of Prince Edward Island Recipients Announced
The 2016 recipients of the Order of Prince Edward Island were announced today by the Chancellor of the Order, His Honour the Honourable H. Frank Lewis, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island and Mr. Charles Curley, Chair of the Order of Prince Edward Island Advisory Council. The three… |
| Province to support seven recent graduates at Vector Aerospace
Funding support for seven new recent graduate positions at Vector Aerospace under the Canada-PEI Job Fund was officially announced today by Workforce and Advanced Learning Minister Richard Brown.“Our goal is to provide training opportunities for high quality jobs right here in Prince Edward Island… |
| Rules for transitioning to new HST rate released
Information is available online to help businesses prepare for the change in the provincial Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) rate for Oct. 1, 2016. The combined federal and provincial HST rate will be 15 per cent. Transitional rules are required to determine which tax rate will apply to transactions… |