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| Latest tourism numbers released
The province’s tourism industry remains a key economic driver for Prince Edward Island despite global challenges facing the industry nationally, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Vessey. “A number of factors – the economy, weather, and the strength of the Canadian dollar – all have an… |
| Provincial government invests in Belfast projects
A provincial government investment of $161,000 is being used to renovate the Belfast Fire Hall and the Belfast Highland Greens, says Belfast-Murray River MLA Charlie McGeoghegan on behalf of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “This investment will enhance the… |
| Traffic Advisories for August 10
Kings County: 1. Route 17 - Point Pleasant – The Point Pleasant Bridge on Route 17 in Point Pleasant is now closed to traffic. A detour has been set up and is as follows: Vehicles traveling east from Murray River will follow Route 4 north, then take a right on Route 324, the Peters Road, then… |
| Contest launched to celebrate 2011 Intergeneration Week
Islanders are encouraged to participate in Prince Edward Island’s premier celebration of Intergeneration Week, says Minister of Community Services, Seniors and Labour Janice Sherry. “Intergeneration Week is an opportunity to concentrate on the importance of blended generations,” said Minister… |
| New Lieutenant Governor to be sworn in August 15, 2011
Mr. H. Frank Lewis will be sworn in by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Prince Edward Island as Prince Edward Island’s 41st Lieutenant Governor on August 15, 2011 at Province House. The installation of Mr. Lewis will begin at 1 p.m. Mr. Lewis will present his Commission of Appointment to… |
| Provincial government invests in Murray River projects
A new provincial government investment is being used to renovate the Murray River Fire Department fire hall and the Murray River Community Hall, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “Improving the infrastructure of the local fire department and community centre… |
| Prince Edward Island life praised in new video series
New online videos profiling life on Prince Edward Island show how pleased both new and established Islanders are with their decision to call this province home, says Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “As someone born and raised on Prince Edward Island, it is easy to… |
| Atlantic environment ministers meet in Prince Edward Island
Atlantic Environment Ministers met today to discuss environmental priorities and agreed to continue to encourage the federal government to make wastewater infrastructure funding a priority, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. Minister Brown hosted the Council of Atlantic… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Wednesday, August 10, 2011:• Gasoline prices will decrease by 4.5 cents per litre (cpl); • Diesel prices will decrease by 4.0 cpl; • Furnace and stove oil prices will decrease by… |
| Health Care Futures Program a Success
– One hundred and ten Island students are spending their summer working with the Health Care Futures Program in various health care facilities throughout the province learning more about careers in the many health care fields, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “We had a… |
| Charges laid under Environmental Protection Act
The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry announced today that two farmers from West Prince have been charged under the Prince Edward Island Environmental Protection Act. Warren Ellis of Mount Royal has been charged with four counts under the Environmental Protection Act, Water Course… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, July 15, 2011: • Gasoline prices will increase by 6.2 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 4.0 cpl; • Diesel prices will increase by 3.0… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island reach agreement on delivery of investments for Canadians in housing need
The Government of Canada and the Province of Prince Edward Island today announced a combined investment of close to $7 million under the renewal of the existing Affordable Housing Initiative and renovation programs for the 2011-2014 period. This funding will help Canadians in housing need,… |
| Minister heads to energy meeting in Alberta
Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown is meeting with Energy and Mines ministers from across the country this coming week in Kananaskis, Alberta. The theme of the annual meeting is “Moving towards a Pan-Canadian Energy Strategy.” “I look forward to discussions about the need for a… |
| Music in the Garden at Government House
Everyone is invited to attend an evening of Music hosted by Her Honour, the Honourable Barbara Hagerman, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, in the gardens at Government House on Tuesday, July 19 and Wednesday, July 20, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Music will be… |
| $2.48 million in direct revenue to Island businesses was spent by tourists visiting Prince Edward Island to attend East Coast Music Week 2011
Tourists attending the 2011 East Coast Music Week in Charlottetown injected more than $2.4 million into the Prince Edward Island economy, according to an economic impact study commissioned by the East Coast Music Association (ECMA), with assistance from the Province of Prince Edward Island and the… |
| Premier Ghiz to Attend Annual Council of the Federation Meeting in Vancouver
Premier Robert Ghiz says that discussion on the upcoming renewal of federal transfers to the provinces is at the top of his list for the annual meeting of the Council of the Federation taking place later this week in Vancouver. “I look forward to the discussions as we, as provinces and territories… |
| Donagh residents awarded Woodlot Owner of the Year
Donagh residents, Daniel and JoAnne Murnaghan, were recently honoured with the 2011 Woodlot Owner of the Year Award by Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry, Richard Brown. “The effort and commitment of the Murnaghan family to manage their woodlands for recreation, wildlife habitat, timber… |
| Province seeks feedback on poverty reduction discussion paper
Islanders are being asked to help shape a strategy to prevent and reduce poverty in Prince Edward Island, says Community Services, Seniors and Labour Minister Janice Sherry. The provincial government released a detailed paper today with information on trends, impacts and programs, as well as… |
| O’Leary, West Point and Knutsford benefit from Island Community Fund
A new provincial government investment of $255,000 is being used to modernize the O’Leary Legion, West Point Fire Hall, Knutsford Community Hall, Future West Tech facility and the O’Leary Community Sports Centre, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “Modern and… |