News Archives
Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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Crop Advisory on Milling Wheat
Spring wheat growers are reminded that the crop is most susceptible to fusarium head blight in the week following head emergence. Conditions in the next few days will have a large effect on the degree of fusarium damage present at harvest, as infection is promoted by wet weather and warm… |
Premier names David MacKenzie to lead the celebrations for the 150th anniversary of Fathers of Confederation
Premier Robert Ghiz today announced that Mr. David MacKenzie, the outgoing CEO of the Confederation Centre of the Arts, will assume the leadership responsibilities for the upcoming 2014 celebration of the 150th anniversary of the historic meeting of the Fathers of Confederation. “We are delighted… |
Traffic Advisories for July 20
Kings County:• Route 2 - Bristol – Route 2 in Bristol is under construction. One-way traffic will be maintained over the course of the project. Minor delays can be expected. • Route 17 - Greek River/Point Pleasant – The Greek River Bridge on Route 17 in Greek River is closed to traffic. A detour… |
New addition brings 20 jobs to the Island’s IT sector
The opening of Accreon Inc in Charlottetown will add 20 jobs to the expanding group of Information Technology (IT) companies calling Prince Edward Island their home, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “Accreon is a growing company with a spirit for innovation and… |
Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island mark completion of infrastructure projects in Summerside
Residents and visitors of Summerside are benefitting from new trails and walkways, better roads, upgrades to the heritage park, enhanced water and sewage services, and better protection to their shorelines, thanks to investments made under the Building Canada Fund and Build PEI.The Honourable… |
Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island mark completion of infrastructure projects in Summerside
Residents and visitors of Summerside are benefitting from new trails and walkways, better roads, upgrades to the heritage park, enhanced water and sewage services, and better protection to their shorelines, thanks to investments made under the Building Canada Fund and Build PEI.The Honourable… |
Traffic Advisories for July 25
Kings County: • Route 2 - Bristol - Route 2 in Bristol is under construction. On occasion, traffic will be required to detour around the site, otherwise one-way traffic will be maintained through the project area. Minor delays can be expected. When a detour becomes necessary the route is as… |
Tube-Fab Ltd. prepares to open doors in Summerside
With support provided by the federal and provincial governments, Tube-Fab Ltd, an international components manufacturing company, is making the final preparations to their new, expanded facility in Summerside.“Our Government understands the key role the aerospace industry plays in the growth of our… |
Teachers return to class for Summer Institute
Teachers from across Prince Edward Island are going back to school for a two-day seminar to explore ways to help students with nonfiction writing and independent reading, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “We are pleased to welcome Australian educator and author… |
Students to compete at International Canon Envirothon
Prince Edward Island’s 2011 Provincial Forest Envirothon team received best wishes and encouragement from Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Richard Brown before heading off next week to the Canon Envirothon science competition in Sackville, New Brunswick. “The 2011 team from Three Oaks… |
Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in shellfish sector
With support provided by the federal and provincial government, PEI Mussel King, an important processor and distributor of in-the-shell mussels, will expand their current facility and modernize their equipment to help them grow into new markets.“It is through key investments made to support small… |
Island Community Fund supports projects in Summerside-Miscouche-Wellington area
A new provincial government investment is being used to create the Wellington Bike Park and upgrade the Miscouche Fire Department and the Centre Belle Alliance soccer and softball fields, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “These projects are important to… |
Kings County Memorial Hospital Emergency Department Closing Early Today
Health PEI is advising the public that the emergency department at Kings County Memorial Hospital will be closing at 3:00 p.m. today only due to insufficient nursing staff coverage for the evening shifts.For non-urgent medical care needs, the walk-in clinic located at the Montague Medical Centre… |
Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in shellfish sector
With support provided by the federal and provincial government, PEI Mussel King, an important processor and distributor of in-the-shell mussels, will expand their current facility and modernize their equipment to help them grow into new markets.“It is through key investments made to support small… |
Kings County Memorial Hospital emergency department closing early today
Health PEI is advising the public that the emergency department at Kings County Memorial Hospital will be closing at 3:00 p.m. today only due to insufficient nursing staff coverage for the evening shifts.For non-urgent medical care needs, the walk-in clinic located at the Montague Medical Centre… |
Island Community Fund supports projects in Summerside-Miscouche-Wellington area
A new provincial government investment is being used to create the Wellington Bike Park and upgrade the Miscouche Fire Department and the Centre Belle Alliance soccer and softball fields, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “These projects are important to… |
National energy strategy needed says Canada’s energy ministers
Canada’s energy ministers endorsed a national strategic approach to energy at their annual meeting in Kananaskis, Alberta, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. The ministers agreed to a shared vision for Canada as a recognized global leader in secure and sustainable energy… |
Minister optimistic despite drop in lobster landings
Preliminary figures confirming a decrease in lobster landings for the 2011 spring lobster season are disappointing but not surprising following a change in carapace size, very poor fishing conditions and compared to record-high landings in 2010, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development… |
Seven Island groups receive Interministerial Women’s Secretariat grants
More than $80,000 has been awarded to seven Island organizations through the Interministerial Women’s Secretariat Grant, says Minister of Community Services, Seniors and Labour Janice Sherry. “Grants awarded by the Interministerial Women’s Secretariat allow organizations to offer programs and… |
Department investigating incidents of dead fish
The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry is investigating two reported fish kills in West Prince. The fish were discovered in the Trout River on Saturday afternoon. A second incident was reported on Sunday morning in the Big Pierre Jacques River. Heavy rain fell in West Prince on both… |