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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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| Island Narratives Program launches new website
A team of young Islanders with the Island Narratives Program is digitally preserving the heritage and history of Prince Edward Island communities with a new website, says Allen Roach, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “It is wonderful to see our Island youth experiencing first-hand the… |
| Grade 4 classes across PEI receive gift from Bell Aliant Pioneers
Grade four classrooms across Prince Edward Island are receiving new sets of dictionaries through a charitable donation by Bell Aliant Pioneer Volunteers program, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “This is a tremendous donation from a local community group to… |
| Temporary walk-in clinic service restored in Souris
Health PEI is advising the public that it has secured temporary physician coverage until mid-November to offer partial walk-in clinic service at the Eastern Kings Health Centre in Souris. Scheduled walk-in clinic service is based on availability of visiting family physicians (locums) from October… |
| Good communication the focus of Canadian Patient Safety Week
Canadian Patient Safety Week, October 31 – November 4, 2011, reminds health-care providers, patients and their families that good communication is the foundation for good health care, says Keith Dewar, CEO of Health PEI. Canadian Patient Safety Week is an annual national event that aims to increase… |
| Australian expert to talk with Islanders about the difference parenting makes
A parenting expert from Australia is visiting Prince Edward Island this week to meet with community organizations and Islanders to discuss the difference parenting makes in the lives of children and adolescents. “The Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to welcome Dr. Matt Sanders for a… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2011: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 4.0 cents per litre (cpl); • There will be no change in the price of diesel, furnace or stove oil; and • Propane… |
| Licence suspended for Fishbones Oyster Bar
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission suspended the lounge operation known as “Fishbones Oyster Bar,” licence number LL-96-0032, located at 134 Richmond Street, Charlottetown, for the following period of time, that is:• for a four (4) consecutive day period which commenced on Tuesday,… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Saturday, October 1, 2011:• Gasoline prices will decrease by 3.0 cents per litre (cpl);• There will be no change in the price of diesel, furnace or stove oil; and • Propane prices… |
| PEI Energy minister in Halifax to meet with Maritime ministers and industry representatives
Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown is meeting Maritime energy ministers and members of the energy industry at a conference this week in Halifax. “The need for a regional approach to energy issues in Atlantic Canada is essential,” said Minister Brown. “There is great potential… |
| Islanders encouraged to prepare for potential storm surge
The Office of Public Safety issues the following public safety advisory: Islanders are urged to take precautionary measures to protect against the potential effects from high winds, heavy rains and storm surge predicted for tomorrow. Environment Canada has issued a warning that significant rainfall… |
| License Suspended for Red's Corner Lounge
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the lounge operation known as “Red’s Corner,” license number LL100246, located at Poole’s Corner, Cardigan, for the following period of time, that is: for a three (3) consecutive day period - commencing 11 a.m., Wednesday, October 5,… |
| Traffic Advisories for October 14
Completed:• Route 9 - Hampshire – Construction is now complete on Route 9, Colville Road, in Hampshire.• Route 1 - Borden-Carleton – Construction is now complete on Route 1, the Trans Canada Highway, in Borden Carleton.Kings County:• Abney Road - Murray Harbour – The Abney Road in Murray Harbour is… |
| Protect your family from fire throughout the year
By taking simple preventative measures, everyone can help prevent fire and save lives, homes and everything that we hold dear, says Provincial Fire Marshal Dave Rossiter. Fire Prevention Week, which runs this year from October 9 - 16, promotes public awareness of the dangers of fire and the simple… |
| Intergeneration Week contest winners announced
Prince Edward Island Seniors’ Secretariat is pleased to announce the winners of the 2011 Intergeneration Week Storytelling Contest. Intergeneration Week begins on the first Sunday of October each year and focuses on bringing generations of people together for their mutual benefit. The week… |
| The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission is helping to protect Island rivers
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission (PEILCC) and the Atlantic Salmon Conservation Foundation have launched a new fundraising initiative Island Rivers – Worth Protecting. Throughout the campaign, participating suppliers will donate up to $1 from the sale of selected brands at PEILCC… |
| Get Caught Reading during Canadian Library Month
Islanders are encouraged to “get caught” reading in public places during Canadian Library Month to help celebrate the important role libraries play in promoting literacy and serving communities. Librarians across the province will be on the lookout for Islanders making reading a part of their… |
| Premier Ghiz Announces Changes to Office Structure
Allan Campbell has agreed to take on the Premier’s Chief of Staff position, Premier Robert Ghiz announced today. “Allan is a very capable man – and I am looking forward to working closely with him over the next number of years,” the Premier said. “His new position will be highly challenging, and I… |
| Islanders Encouraged to Receive Influenza Vaccine
Physicians’ offices, provincial health centres and public health offices across Prince Edward Island have received their first shipment of influenza vaccine. Health PEI and physicians’ offices are in the process of setting up vaccine clinics for this season announced Chief Public Health Officer,… |
| Islanders Encouraged to Receive Influenza Vaccine
Physicians’ offices, provincial health centres and public health offices across Prince Edward Island have received their first shipment of influenza vaccine. Health PEI and physicians’ offices are in the process of setting up vaccine clinics for this season announced Chief Public Health Officer,… |
| Small Business Week 2011
Small Business Week, October 16-22, will host a packed schedule of events for Island business people, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Small businesses are the backbone of the Prince Edward Island economy, and make a significant contribution to jobs and growth,” said Premier Ghiz. “Small Business Week is… |