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| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Thursday, September 1, 2011: • Gasoline prices will increase by 4.0 cents per litre (cpl); • Diesel prices will increase by 3.5 cpl; • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase… |
| O’Leary Health Centre walk-in clinic closed Thursday, September 1
Health PEI is advising the public that the O’Leary Health Centre walk-in clinic will be closed on Thursday, September 1 due to insufficient physician coverage. Ambulatory services at the health centre will continue as scheduled. For those with non-urgent medical situations, the walk-in clinic at… |
| Government supports new fire school
Provincial government support of $656,000 for the construction of a new facility will help the Prince Edward Island Firefighters Association (PEIFFA) improve training for volunteer firefighters, says Minister of Justice and Public Safety Doug W. Currie. “This is a significant government… |
| Province partners with Canadian Tire Jumpstart making sport and recreation more accessible to Island youth
Recognizing that sports and physical activity can change and improve the lives of Island youth, the Province of Prince Edward Island is pleased to partner with Canadian Tire Jumpstart to increase access to sport and recreation programs across the province, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn… |
| Women encouraged to volunteer for Women Build
Island women are encouraged to participate in Habitat for Humanity P.E.I.’s Women Build 2011, says Minister of Community Services, Seniors and Labour and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women Janice Sherry. “Volunteering is a rewarding opportunity to give back to your community and manifest… |
| Province congratulates Island company on expansion to New Brunswick
A Prince Edward Island based language school is expanding its language-training services to New Brunswick says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “Study Abroad Canada Language Institute (SACLI) is a valuable partner with government in delivering English-language training to… |
| Work begins to install new Brookvale ski lift
Work is underway to begin installing the new carpet ski lift at Brookvale Winter Activity Park in time for this year’s ski season, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Vessey. “Our provincial parks are not only a great way to explore Prince Edward Island’s picturesque landscape, they also help… |
| School inspection progress reports are released
Province-wide school inspection reports confirm that all Prince Edward Island schools are safe and healthy, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “Every student, teacher and staff member is entering a safe and healthy school,” said Minister Currie. “Our government… |
| Increased surgical capacity to improve access and reduce wait times
Ongoing financial investment by Government to increase surgical capacity at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) will lead to enhanced access to orthopedic surgeries while decreasing wait times for in-demand surgeries, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “We have made significant strides in reducing wait times… |
| Holland College celebrates new West Prince Campus
Holland College celebrated the grand opening of its West Prince Campus Alberton today. The new 21,400 square-foot, two-storey building includes two trades shop spaces, a lecture theatre, classrooms, a student lounge and lunchroom, a staff lounge, two computer labs and a resource room. The student… |
| New intelligent transportation system will benefit trucking sector
The trucking sector will save valuable time, fuel and operating costs thanks to a new intelligent transportation system now in place in advance of the provincial highway weigh scales at Borden-Carleton, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley. “In the truck and… |
| Expansion at Miscouche Consolidated School Nearing Completion
Students and staff are excited to be moving into a new $2.1 million expansion at the Miscouche Consolidated School just in time for the 2011 school year, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The community of Miscouche continues to experience tremendous growth in population,” said Premier Ghiz. “With more and… |
| Traffic Advisories - September 6
New:● Beginning Tuesday, September 6, the Cardigan Bridge on Route 321, Wharf Road in Cardigan, will close to traffic as crews begin the replacement of the structure. During the shutdown, a detour will be in place and is as follows: Traffic heading north on Route 321 will take a left on Shore… |
| Traffic Advisories for September 7
Kings County:• Beginning Tuesday, September 6, the Cardigan Bridge on Route 321, Wharf Road in Cardigan, will close to traffic as crews begin the replacement of the structure. During the shutdown a detour will be in place and is as follows: Traffic heading north on Route 321 will take a left on… |
| Province to confirm list of electors for general election
The writs were issued on September 6, 2011 and a confirmation of all eligible electors in Prince Edward Island will be carried out to compile the Official List of Electors for the upcoming October 3, 2011 provincial general election. The federal government has established a permanent registry of… |
| Traffic Advisories for October 5
New:• Route 242 - Cymbria – Crews are installing shoreline protection along Route 242 in Cymbria. One-way traffic will be maintained over the course of the project. Minor delays can be expected.• Route 2 - Travellers Rest – Beginning Wednesday, October 5, Route 2 in Travellers Rest will be under… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Thursday, September 15, 2011: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 2.3 cents per litre (cpl); • Diesel prices will decrease by 1.2 cpl; and • There will be no change in furnace,… |
| License Suspended For The InnLaws
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the special premise operation known as “The InnLaws,” license number SL70088, located at 18 Queen Street, Charlottetown, for the following period of time, that is: for a two (2) consecutive day period - commencing 11 a.m., Monday,… |
| Provincial General Election Advance Polling Days
Any eligible elector in the province of Prince Edward Island not be able to vote on Election Day, Monday, October 3, 2011, may vote at one of the three Advance Polls established in your electoral district.And further take notice that the following are fixed pursuant to the Election Act:Advance… |
| Invitation to Lecture Celebrating Responsible Government
The public is invited to hear Dr. Godfrey Baldacchino speaking on “Governing ‘The Island’: An International Perspective” at Province House (165 Richmond Street) on Friday, September 30, 2011 at 7 p.m. Dr. Baldacchino’s talk will be the fourth lecture in a series of events which will take place at… |