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| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Sunday, April 1, 2012:● Gasoline prices will increase by 4.5 cents per litre (cpl);● Furnace and stove oil prices will decrease by 1.0 cpl;● Diesel prices will decrease by 1.… |
| Queens County Administrator Honoured for CAP Site Work
Kellie Saarloos, who began offering computer access from a Cavendish pizzeria, is being honoured for her years of service to the Community Access Program (CAP), says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach. “Kellie Saarloos joined us by operating the CAP site at Mojo’s Pizza in 2005… |
| RCMP policing contract renewed
The province has reached an agreement with Public Safety Canada to renew Prince Edward Island’s RCMP provincial policing contract for another 20 years, says Minister of Environment, Labour and Justice and Attorney General Janice Sherry. “I look forward to renewing our partnership with the RCMP,”… |
| Government Receives Report from Education Governance Commission
Government has received the report of the Education Governance Commission and is reviewing the recommendations, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “It is a substantial report that contains 48 recommendations, which we are currently in the process of reviewing,”… |
| Throne Speech outlines four priorities for social and economic prosperity
The 2012 Throne Speech outlines the direction to be taken by the provincial government over the next four years to protect and build on gains and create a stable and prosperous economy, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The Throne Speech identifies a course of action towards economic growth and stability… |
| Employers should be aware of requirements under the Employment Standards Act
Labour officials in Prince Edward Island are concerned about reports that some gasoline retailers may be telling employees that their pay will be deducted for losses resulting from customers who drive off without paying for gas. “We would like to remind employers that the PEI Employment Standards… |
| Grass fires endanger people, property and the environment
As warmer spring weather and the long weekend approaches, Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry and Agriculture and Forestry Minister George Webster are reminding Islanders that grass fires can spread out of control, endangering people and property, and displacing animals that use… |
| O'Leary walk-in clinic closed Saturday, April 7
Health PEI is advising the public that the O’Leary Health Centre walk-in clinic will be closed on Saturday, April 7, due to a shortage of physicians who are available to provide coverage at the clinic that day. Priority is given to filling all shifts at the Western Hospital emergency department,… |
| New general manager of PEI Grain Elevators Corporation
David Thompson, President of the P.E.I Grain Elevators Corporation is pleased to announce that Neil Campbell has been appointed to the position of general manager effective April 1, 2012. Michael Delaney, the former manager has retired after serving in a managerial capacity since June 2001. “On… |
| The PEI Liquor Control Commission raises money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation
The Heart and Stroke Foundation is sending a sincere thank you to the community for showing tremendous heart in an effort to give Canadians more time. In support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the PEI Liquor Control Commission raised $5,116 via its “Paper Hearts” promotion. The promotion ran… |
| International Day of Pink
Islanders are encouraged to wear pink on April 11 to celebrate diversity and discourage bullying, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “Discrimination, in its many forms, creates barriers in society and leads to bullying, harassment, hate and violence,” said… |
| Call for nominations for the 2012 Prince Edward Island Environmental Awards
Islanders are encouraged to nominate environmental leaders in their communities for the 2012 Prince Edward Island Environmental Awards, says Minister of Environment, Labour and Justice Janice Sherry. “The Prince Edward Island Environmental Awards are an excellent way to show appreciation to people… |
| Island groups receive Interministerial Women's Secretariat grants
Funding has been provided to seven Island organizations through the Interministerial Women’s Secretariat grant program, says Minister of Community Services and Seniors, and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women Valerie E. Docherty. “As the Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, I have… |
| Spring weight restrictions lifted east of Slemon Park
As of 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 14, spring weight restrictions will be lifted on all Island roads east of Slemon Park. Restrictions will remain in place until further notice on all roads west of Slemon Park. |
| Professional basketball players promote literacy in Island schools
The Island’s professional basketball team is visiting schools this week to promote the importance of developing strong literacy skills, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “Literacy skills continue to be a main focus in our school system and we are pleased to see… |
| OmniActive Health Technologies sets up its new International Research Centre in Prince Edward Island, Canada - Becomes the First Indian Company to Expand Footprint into the Island
OmniActive Health Technologies, is pleased to announce its latest international foray by setting up its advanced Research & Development centre in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada. OmniActive is the only Indian company, so far, to set up a research centre on the Island.The set-up of this… |
| Islanders asked to put names forward for task force on land use policies
A task force is being established to ensure all Islanders have the opportunity to share their ideas for developing, and implementing, future land use policy, says Minister of Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Wes Sheridan. “The decisions we make about our land today have a direct impact on our… |
| Island principal receives national leadership award
Island educator Patricia Campbell received the 2012 Canada’s Outstanding Principal Award this week, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “This is a prestigious award and I would like to congratulate Principal Campbell on this wonderful accomplishment,” said Minister… |
| PEILCC Launches Fourth Annual Safe Grad Fundraiser
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission will launch its fourth annual province-wide Support Safe Grad fundraising campaign on Thursday, March 1, 2012, announced Hon. Robert Henderson, minister responsible for the Liquor Control Commission. “The PEILCC is pleased to offer our customers… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Thursday, March 1, 2012:● Gasoline prices will increase by 2.5 cents per litre (cpl);● Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 2.4 cpl;● Diesel prices will increase by… |