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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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| Premier presents tuna award
Ronald Gormley, a fisher from Murray Harbour, was recognized today by Premier Robert Ghiz for landing the largest bluefin tuna in 2011. He was presented with the Premier’s Cup, an annual award which recognizes the important role the tuna fishery plays in the economy and the international… |
| Students and staff enjoying new expansion at Miscouche Consolidated School
Students and staff are enjoying their new space after a $2.1 million expansion at the Miscouche Consolidated School, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “The provincial government is pleased to see the community thriving as we celebrate the official opening of a… |
| Road users advised to prepare for spring weight restrictions and thawing roads
Milder weather is expected over the coming days and weeks and that means Islanders who transport goods should be prepared for spring weight restrictions, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Robert Vessey. “Weight restrictions are necessary to reduce the amount of damage done… |
| PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation announces heritage award winners for 2012
During recent Heritage Day celebrations, the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation once again honoured those who preserve our heritage buildings, use the written word to describe our rich history and those who give endless hours to a wide variety of heritage related activities across the province. “… |
| Prince Edward Island to host national aquaculture conference
Prince Edward Island will host Aquaculture CanadaOM 2012, a national meeting of the Aquaculture Association of Canada, May 27-30, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “The department is very pleased to co-host representatives of the aquaculture industry from… |
| Prince Edward Island to host national aquaculture conference
Prince Edward Island will host Aquaculture Canada 2012, a national meeting of the Aquaculture Association of Canada, May 27-30, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “The department is very pleased to co-host representatives of the aquaculture industry from… |
| PEI Juice Works Ltd. is ready for production in West Prince, with support from Federal and PEI Governments
The Honourable Mike Duffy, PEI Senator (Cavendish), and the Honourable Robert Henderson, Provincial Minister of Tourism and Culture, today announced support for PEI Juice Works Ltd. Production has begun for the Company at its new facility in the West Prince Business Park. “Innovation is a key… |
| PEI Juice Works Ltd. is ready for production in West Prince, with support from Federal and PEI Governments
The Honourable Mike Duffy, PEI Senator (Cavendish), and the Honourable Robert Henderson, Provincial Minister of Tourism and Culture, today announced support for PEI Juice Works Ltd. Production has begun for the Company at its new facility in the West Prince Business Park. “Innovation is a key… |
| Mission team travels to India to promote Prince Edward Island as a business location
An upcoming mission to India will create business relationships and educational partnerships with Prince Edward Island, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “India is one of the world’s emerging global markets. We are going there to put Prince Edward Island on the map, to promote our province and grow our… |
| Black History Month comes to life in Island classrooms
Students are being immersed in a story of culture and history thanks to a new DVD production of a play about Prince Edward Island’s black history, says Educational and Early Childhood development Minister Alan McIsaac. “A new DVD of the play The Old Stock is now included in the history curriculum… |
| Black History Month comes to life in Island classrooms
Students are being immersed in a story of culture and history thanks to a new DVD production of a play about Prince Edward Island’s black history, says Educational and Early Childhood development Minister Alan McIsaac. “A new DVD of the play The Old Stock is now included in the history curriculum… |
| Consumers should be aware that debt settlement options can be costly
People experiencing financial difficulties should be aware that although debt settlement may look like a good option, there are a number of factors to consider. Many companies offering debt settlement services promise that consumers can pay back only a fraction of the balance owing, with minimal… |
| OLeary walk-in clinic closed Thursday, January 26
Health PEI is advising the public that the O’Leary Health Centre walk-in clinic will be closed on Thursday, January 26 due to insufficient physician coverage. Ambulatory services at the health centre will continue as scheduled. In the event of a physician shortage between the walk-in clinic and the… |
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| Government of Canada supports jobs and growth by funding Prince Edward Island aquaculture projects
The Honourable Gail Shea, Regional Minister for Prince Edward Island and the Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, announced today the Government of Canada will invest almost $970,000 to support three innovative aquaculture projects in Prince Edward Island. Representing the… |
| Minister Proclaims Family Literacy Day in Prince Edward Island
Parents and children of all ages are encouraged to spend time learning and reading together on Family Literacy Day and throughout the year, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister, Alan McIsaac. “Reading with your children is a fun and rewarding way to spend time together as a… |
| Major renovations result in new and improved Cornwall Civic Centre
Residents of Cornwall are now benefitting from major renovations to the new and improved Cornwall Civic Centre thanks to investments by the Government of Canada, the Province of Prince Edward Island and the Town of Cornwall.“Our Government understands that solid infrastructure helps to strengthen… |
| Winter Woodlot Tour rescheduled for February 4
Due to the potential inclement weather on Saturday, the Winter Woodlot Tour planned for January 28 is rescheduled to the following Saturday, February 4. The location and the start and ending time of the event remain the same.See news release issued January 20, 2012, for Tour details. |
| Fisheries job fair scheduled for Souris, January 31
Fish plant workers in Eastern Kings County will have a chance to secure work for the coming fishing season at a job fair being organized by SkillsPEI, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach. “Recent changes to the seafood processing industry have left many Islanders seeking jobs… |