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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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| Ministers responsible for the Canadian Francophonie meet in Moncton
The Francophonie is essential to the growth of both Canadian and Island society, and ministers responsible will continue to foster its development, says Premier Robert Ghiz, minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs. “The Francophonie, in Canada and in Prince Edward Island, is… |
| Holland College to open Summerside Waterfront Campus
Holland College has purchased the Waterfront Mall in Summerside and will move programs from the Aerospace and Motive Power centres in Slemon Park to the new location, to be called the Holland College Summerside Waterfront Campus, college vice president Michael O’Grady announced today.The project is… |
| Official opening of art exhibit at Fanningbank
Her Honour, the Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, officially opened the 2011 summer exhibition, titled “Visual Arts by Newcomers to Prince Edward Island” at a celebration held today. This project was curated by Monique Lafontaine, Adjunct Curator with the… |
| Province completes replacement of Darnley Bridge
Islanders and visitors alike will once again be able to fully enjoy one of the Island’s most scenic drives now that the province has completed the $4.5 million replacement of the Darnley Bridge on Route 20, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley. “Residents and… |
| go!PEI Week – 2011
Islanders all across the province are encouraged to get outside and enjoy the many benefits of physical activities during go!PEI week, June 5 to 11, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “One year ago, we launched go!PEI, a grassroots program designed to support Islanders in increasing… |
| Islanders Engaged in Dialogue on Healthy Weights for Children
Islanders with a vested interest in supporting healthy weights for children came together yesterday in a provincial and national dialogue to help curb childhood obesity, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “The ideas generated through the Our Health Our Future initiative will help… |
| People reminded not to "rescue" young wildlife
The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry is reminding people not to “rescue” young wildlife.Every spring, biologists with the Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division receive calls from people who have "rescued" what seems to be orphaned young wildlife. However, a young animal on its own does… |
| Royal Canadian Legion Branch in Charlottetown receives funding
Extensive upgrades to the Charlottetown Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion will benefit its members and those who utilize the popular Charlottetown centre, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural development Minister Neil LeClair. “The Charlottetown Legion has played not only a significant role as a… |
| Japanese food company visits Prince Edward Island
Exploring value-added opportunities in the seafood industry is one of the benefits of a visit to the province by officials of Kisco Foods Ltd., a Japanese company, says Prince Edward Island Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “Our seafood industry is an economic… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2011: • There will be no change in the price of gasoline, diesel, furnace oil or stove oil; and • Propane prices will increase by 3.6 cents per litre (cpl) for… |
| Government of Prince Edward Island launches web satisfaction survey
The Government of Prince Edward Island is asking users of the gov.pe.ca website for their feedback through an online survey, says Finance and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. “I encourage Islanders to take five minutes to complete the survey and let us know how they are using the website,… |
| Alternative delivery methods for provincial government mail
Due to the labour dispute between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, the Government of Prince Edward Island has established alternative delivery methods for incoming and outgoing provincial government mail, including the provision of social assistance, medical test results,… |
| June recognized as Tourism Month in Prince Edward Island
Islanders are invited to celebrate the importance of the tourism industry to Prince Edward Island during Tourism Month this June, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Vessey. “The tourism industry is an important economic driver for all regions of Prince Edward Island, creating thousands of… |
| Traffic Advisory: Charlottetown Perimeter Highway
Beginning today, June 2nd, and until further notice, single lane closures will be in effect on the Charlottetown Perimeter Highway between St Peters Road and Brackley Point Road near the Oak Drive overpass. The closures are necessary for crews to complete work on the median between the east and… |
| Charlotte Court redevelopment project nears completion
The Charlotte Court redevelopment project is nearing completion with the anticipated move-in date set for early July, says Minister of Community Services, Seniors and Labour Janice Sherry.Minister Sherry recently participated in a tour of the new facility and is thrilled with the progress. “I am… |
| First Class of PEI Family Medical Residents Graduate
It is with great pleasure that the government of Prince Edward Island congratulates the first four graduates of the province’s Family Medical Residency Program, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The implementation of a provincial Family Medical Residency Program was a major accomplishment of our… |
| Tender announced for further expansion at Community Hospital O’Leary
Tender calls were issued this week for the expansion of the Margaret Stewart Ellis Home attached to Community Hospital O’Leary, part of the province’s over $60 million Manor Replacement project, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram.“Modernizing Prince Edward Island’s healthcare system… |
| Government of Prince Edward Island welcomes success of innovative IT management company
The rapid growth of PureSCM is evidence of the success of the provincial government’s initiatives in attracting new information technology businesses, says Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “Information Technology is one of the key sectors identified in the Island… |
| Traffic Advisory - Route 2 Dingwell's Mills
Beginning Monday, June 6th, and until further notice, Route 2 in Dingwell's Mills, just east of the intersection of Route 4, will be under construction. Crews will be working to rebuild a 300 meter section of the highway. Traffic will be able to travel through the site over the course of the… |
| Construction underway on new Summerset Manor
Construction of the new Summerset Manor in Summerside has started, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “It is wonderful to see this project moving forward and on schedule,” said Minister Bertram. “Government is committed to ensuring our Island citizens have top quality long-term… |