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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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| Rory Beck honoured with IPAC Award and Diamond Jubilee Medal
The late Rory Beck is the recipient of this year’s Institute of Public Administration of Canada Lieutenant Governor’s Award, as well as a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, said Honourable H. Frank Lewis, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island. “A modern society does not function well without… |
| Turning Point Program staff work to reduce family violence
Through the Turning Point program, trained facilitators work daily to address the important issue of family violence, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “Addressing family violence remains a priority for our government, and I commend the facilitators who work so diligently… |
| Province implements measures to improve access around Poole’s Corner construction site
Engineers with the province will implement measures to ensure traffic can pass through the roundabout construction site at Poole’s Corner without encountering significant delay or rough roadway, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Robert Vessey. “Engineers from my department… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island help post-secondary students to benefit from Percé internships
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, and the Honourable Allen Roach, PEI Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning, today announced support… |
| Premier appoints Clerk of Executive Council
Steve MacLean has been appointed to the position of Clerk of Executive Council and Secretary to Cabinet, Premier Robert Ghiz announced today. Mr. MacLean has a great deal of experience as a public servant, and I am very pleased that he has accepted the leadership responsibility of the Clerk… |
| OmniActive Health Technologies officially opens doors at P.E.I. BioCommons facility thanks to support from federal and provincial governments
The opening of OmniActive Health Technologies’ new research and development facilities in Charlottetown marks the foundation of further growth in Prince Edward Island’s bioscience industry, the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable Bernard Valcourt,… |
| Disability Action Council presents bi-annual report
The presentation of the Disability Action Council’s bi-annual report is an opportunity for government and community organizations to learn about the role we all play in improving the lives of Islanders with disabilities, says Community Services and Seniors Minister Valerie E. Docherty. “The report… |
| O’Leary walk-in clinic schedule for July
Health PEI is advising the public that the O’Leary Health Centre walk-in clinic will operate on a limited schedule in July 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.m… |
| Ministers discuss strengthening the Canadian Francophonie
Ministers responsible for Francophone Affairs met this week to discuss strengthening the Canadian Francophonie and the importance of building bridges with francophiles, says Government House Leader and MLA for Évangéline-Miscouche Sonny Gallant, who represented Premier Ghiz at the conference. “In… |
| Islanders encouraged to show community spirit in photo and video contest
Islanders are invited to contribute their best shots to the Prince Edward Island Community Photo and Video Contest, which runs from July to August 24, 2012. The contest is an opportunity for Islanders of all ages to show off the events and unique attractions of their communities and favourite… |
| Souris walk-in clinic schedule for July
Health PEI is advising the public that the Eastern Kings Health Centre walk-in clinic in Souris will operate in July 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-in… |
| Cabinet to meet in Kensington on Tuesday July 3
Premier Robert Ghiz announced today that the Government will host a Cabinet meeting on the road Tuesday, July 3 in the community of Kensington. The meeting will include presentations from local municipal officials and visits to projects recently funded through the Island Community Fund. “It is… |
| Proposed Cape Breton Road Closure
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the Roads Act, R.S.P.E.I., 1988, Cap. R-15 s.32, the Government of Prince Edward Island as represented by the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal proposes to close and discontinue a portion of Route 257 (Cape Breton Road) located at Fort… |
| Proposed Road Cape Breton Road Closure
The Minister of Transportation and InfrastructureRenewal proposes to close and discontinue a portion of Route 257 (Cape Breton Road) located at Fort Augustus - Township or Lot No. 36 and Pisquid West – Township or Lot No. 37 in QueensCounty for a distance of approximately 715 metres commencing at a… |
| Souris physician support increased
The increase in physician support in Souris has enabled The Eastern Kings Health Centre walk-in clinic to re-open next week, Health Minister Doug Currie says. “This was a top priority for our government, and we’ve had great success thanks to the hard work of Recruitment and Retention and Health… |
| Province lays out infrastructure priorities for federal minister
The infrastructure priorities of the province were delivered to the federal Minister of Infrastructure today at a roundtable discussion in Charlottetown, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Robert Vessey. “Today’s meeting was an excellent opportunity to discuss a long-term… |
| Prince Edward Island to regulate tanning bed use for under 18
The Department of Health and Wellness is regulating the use of tanning beds for people under 18 after discovering low levels of operator compliance with the guidelines issued last December, Health Minister Doug Currie says. In December, Minister Currie stated publically he was looking for 100 per… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Sunday, July 1, 2012:● Gasoline prices will decrease by 4.0 cents per litre (cpl);● There will be no change in furnace and stove oil prices;● Diesel prices will decrease by 1… |
| Cabinet tours new projects in Kensington
The expansion currently underway at three grain elevators will benefit the entire Prince Edward Island agriculture industry, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The investments we have made in partnership with the PEI Grain Elevators Corporation will support the expansion in grain and oilseeds production… |
| PEILCC running 2nd Annual Campaign in support of Red Cross in PEI
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission (PEILCC) is running a fundraising campaign in support of the Canadian Red Cross during the month of July. During this second annual campaign, PEILCC customers will be able to make donations at cash that will support local Red Cross programs that… |