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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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| Home Library Service pilot project launched
Islanders with a disability or illness who are unable to get to their local library branch can have the joy of reading delivered directly to their own homes thanks to the new Home Library Service, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Henderson. “The Government of Prince Edward Island recognizes… |
| Forest fire danger to reach Extreme today
The hot, windy conditions will push the forest fire danger rating this afternoon to Extreme in Northeastern and Central/Southwestern Prince Edward Island and Very High in the West. Effective immediately, under Section 37.1 of the Fire Prevention Act, open burning including campfires is prohibited… |
| Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II
An afternoon reception was held yesterday at Government House to officially open a summer exhibition marking the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. The Honourable Frank Lewis, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, and Mrs. Dorothy Lewis are hosting an exhibition devoted to the reign of… |
| Statement: On the resignation of Sharon Labchuk from the Green Party leadership
On behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island, I want to extend my very best wishes to Sharon Labchuk as she leaves the leadership of the Prince Edward Island Green Party. Although we often disagreed on points of policy, I have always admired Sharon’s deep devotion to public issues and, in… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, July 13, 2012:• Gasoline prices will increase by 6.0 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 5.0 cpl; • Diesel prices will increase by 6.0… |
| Inauguration of new $2.8-million research facility a major step forward for Prince Edward Island's bioscience cluster
The completion of a new $2.8-million research facility at the Aqua Health division of Novartis Animal Health in Victoria is a major step forward for Prince Edward Island’s growing bioscience cluster, Premier Robert Ghiz said at a ceremony inaugurating the facility today. “These new laboratories and… |
| Government House Garden Party Monday
Their Honours, Lieutenant Governor H. Frank Lewis and Mrs. Dorothy Lewis, are hosting their first garden party on the grounds of Government House, 1 Terry Fox Drive, on Monday, July 16, 2012 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Islanders and tourists alike are welcome to stop by, meet Their Honours and take a… |
| Special ban on open fires and other sources of ignition, such as Chinese or Flying Lanterns
With the special ban on open fires across the Province of Prince Edward Island, the Provincial Fire Marshal is prohibiting the use of “Chinese or Flying Lanterns.” These devices use an open flame to elevate a lantern into the atmosphere. The lanterns follow wind currents and there is no control… |
| QEH to lift visitor restrictions on Unit 3 on Monday
The majority of patients on Unit 3 at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) have recovered from gastrointestinal illness-like symptoms as the hospital looks to lift visitor restrictions the first of next week, says QEH Executive Director Rick Adams. “We can say with great certainty that the… |
| Canadian Potato Museum completes upgrades to facility
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and La Francophonie, as well as the Honourable Ron MacKinley, PEI Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development,… |
| The Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island cut red tape for new parents
It will now be easier for parents from Prince Edward Island (PEI) to apply for Government of Canada benefits for their newborns. The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, and the Honourable Doug W. Currie, Prince Edward Island Minister of Health and Wellness,… |
| Island educator receives national leadership award
Island Educator, Marilyn MacLean recently received the 2012 Canada’s Distinguished Vice Principal Award, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “This is an incredible accomplishment and I would like to congratulate Vice Principal MacLean on receiving this prestigious… |
| Order of Prince Edward Island Recipients Announced
The 2012 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. Maitland MacIsaac, Chair of the Order of Prince Edward Island Advisory Council.The three… |
| June 21 is National Aboriginal Day
Islanders are encouraged to participate in National Aboriginal Day celebrations taking place on Thursday, June 21, says Premier Robert Ghiz, Minister Responsible for Aboriginal Affairs. “National Aboriginal Day provides an opportunity to experience the rich culture of Aboriginal Peoples here in… |
| Province invests in bicycle safety through Operation Headway
Children in Prince Edward Island will be a little safer thanks to a grant provided by the provincial government to Operation Headway, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Robert Vessey. “My department is always looking at ways to improve safety for cyclists, especially… |
| Innovation PEI’s Development and Commercialization Fund Peer Review Committee recommends support for six projects
Six Prince Edward Island companies will receive provincial assistance through Innovation PEI’s Development and Commercialization Fund as they move innovative ideas and products toward the marketplace, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Roach. “In order to grow the provincial… |
| Farmers Helping Farmers announces 2012 award winners
Farmers Helping Farmers has announced the winners of its 2012 awards. The awards recognize the contributions of the organization’s volunteers, supporters and members. Sandra MacKinnon, awards committee chair, says that the success of any organization is dependent upon the commitment of its… |
| Don’t play with explosives
Fireworks are a traditional part of Canada Day and other summer celebrations, but safety must always be the first priority says Provincial Fire Marshal Dave Rossiter. “Family fireworks or informal neighbourhood displays are not only illegal, they are dangerous and can result in serious injury… |
| Natural Areas are not camping sites
Recently, officials from the Island Nature Trust and the Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division found people camping on one of the Island’s most sensitive protected Natural Areas – Boughton Island. They also found an unleashed dog which presented a significant threat to Piping Plovers nesting on the… |
| Latest Annual Statistical Review highlights positive trends in Island economy
The 38th Annual Statistical Review highlights some positive trends in the Island economy, says Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. “Many of our numbers from 2011 are encouraging, indicating the strength of our economy,” says Minister Sheridan. “Our population growth rate… |