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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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| Province introduces new plain language drivers preparation kit
A new plain language instruction permit preparation kit will help Islanders learn the rules of the road by offering a new, easy-to-understand format, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Robert Vessey. “Whether you’re an Islander who’s just starting to drive, who has reading… |
| O’Leary walk-in clinic schedule for June
Health PEI is advising the public that the O’Leary Health Centre walk-in clinic will operate on a limited schedule in June 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… |
| Province invests in Camp Buchan and Eldon Legion
The communities of Eldon and Point Prim will benefit with investments from the Island Community Fund, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “The Government of Prince Edward Island is very pleased to partner with Scouts Canada on the revitalization of Camp Buchan… |
| Province invests in grain elevator expansion
Prince Edward Island grain elevators will undergo a major expansion with an investment from the Island Community Fund, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “The Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to help farmers who are producing more grain and… |
| Students earn credit in the community
High school students in Prince Edward Island can earn a credit through an expanded program that recognizes learning activities in the community, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “The department is thrilled to welcome Sport PEI and the Royal Conservatory of Music… |
| Island students prepare for career opportunities
Students in Prince Edward Island are exploring the challenges and opportunities available in the workplace thanks to a new course offered in Grade 10, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “The department is committed to establishing and updating curriculum to help… |
| Prince Edward Island to welcome first cruise ship of the season
The first cruise ship of the 2012 season will arrive in Prince Edward Island this weekend, launching another record season, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Henderson. “The cruise sector is an important partner in strengthening the province’s tourism industry,” said the minister. “Cruise… |
| Author to visit province during Children's Book Week
All Island families are encouraged to celebrate Children’s Book Week, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Henderson. “Literacy benefits all aspects of life – cultural, social and economic,” said the minister. “I encourage all families to spend time reading together this Children’s Book Week.”… |
| Emergency preparedness begins at home
An emergency can happen any time, any place, and we all need to be prepared, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. May 6-12 is the 17th annual Emergency Preparedness Week in Canada. “Public safety begins at home,” said Ms. Sherry. “Approximately 85 per cent of Canadians agree… |
| Update on gastrointestinal outbreak
The Chief Public Health Office began investigating a potential gastrointestinal outbreak Monday after notification that several people became ill after consuming a roast beef dinner prepared by volunteers as part of a fundraiser for Princetown United Church on Saturday, April 28, 2012. The total… |
| Ministers responsible for the Status of Women reaffirm their commitment to address priority issues for women: economic security, leadership and ending violence
Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for the Status of Women gathered in Halifax on May 2 and 3, 2012. The annual meeting was co-chaired by the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Canada’s Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, and the… |
| Author to visit province during Children's Book Week
All Island families are encouraged to celebrate Children’s Book Week, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Henderson. “Literacy benefits all aspects of life – cultural, social and economic,” said the minister. “I encourage all families to spend time reading together this Children’s Book Week.”… |
| Food Network Canada Celebrity chefs to host PEI Fall Flavours Festival events
A star-studded lineup featuring some of Canada’s top celebrity chefs will create mouth-watering dishes featuring Prince Edward Island culinary products during this year’s Fall Flavours Festival.Food Network Canada stars Chef Susur Lee, an internationally acclaimed Toronto-based chef who has… |
| Bacteria suspected cause of gastrointestinal outbreak
The Chief Public Health Office continues to investigate the outbreak of food-borne illness related to a roast beef dinner prepared by volunteers of the Princetown United Church on Saturday, April 28. The total number of persons with symptoms of gastroenteritis reported has now reached 209. Testing… |
| PEILCC Supports Safe Grad Activities
It will soon be graduation time and with that comes celebrations. The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission’s 4th annual Support Safe Grad campaign raised over $8,000 to help ensure Island high school graduates are able to enjoy safe alcohol-free celebrations this June. “We are pleased to… |
| Island MLAs participate in 2nd Annual Chair-Leader Event
It is highly important for all Islanders to be aware of accessibility issues in their communities, says Minister of Community Services and Seniors Valerie E. Docherty. “As the Minister Responsible for Persons Living with Disabilities, it is an honour for me to participate in the Chair-Leader… |
| National Mental Health Strategy Launched - “Changing Directions, Changing Lives”
The launch of a national mental health strategy will guide Prince Edward Island’s framework for a comprehensive mental health and addictions review, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Our department is committed to undertaking a comprehensive review of mental health and addictions… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Wednesday, May 9, 2012: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 4.5 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will decrease by 3.9 cpl;• Diesel prices will decrease by 3.6… |
| Province invests in Shellfish Enhancement Program
Prince Edward Island oyster fishermen will benefit from a government investment to support further growth in the industry, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “The oyster fishery is very important to the Prince Edward Island economy. This investment will… |
| Minister extends best wishes to Canada Wide Science Fair participants
Prince Edward Island will welcome the country’s top young scientific minds to the 2012 Canada Wide Science Fair, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “We are proud to welcome the largest science fair in the country to our province and I would like to wish all… |