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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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| Traffic Advisory
Trail Closure – Confederation Trail, Charlottetown – MacAleer Drive to Royalty Junction RoadA section of the Confederation Trail through Charlottetown will be closed and detoured from May 6 until mid-July due to sanitary sewer construction work in the right of way.The trail will be closed from… |
| Policing Services Review underway - Islanders being asked for input
A major component of the province-wide policing services review is gathering input and opinions from Islanders. Over the next six weeks, some Islanders can expect to receive a phone call asking them to participate in a survey about policing services on Prince Edward Island. “This survey is an… |
| Calling all those born in 1926
Their Honours the Honourable H. Frank Lewis and Dorothy Lewis are offering invitations to a special commemorative reception for all Islanders who are celebrating their 90th birthday during 2016. The reception will be held on Tuesday, May 24 at Government House, Their Honours official residence.… |
| The Island Fire Service has responded to over 20 grass/brush fires in the last week
The Island Fire Service has responded to over 20 grass/brush fires in the last week, and the provincial Fire Marshal reminds Islanders that burning permits are required.“Even though the fire index is at low for most of the province at the moment conditions area actually quite dry and the amount of… |
| New policy aims to ensure adults have their immunizations up to date
The Chief Public Health Office is working with health care providers to ensure Islanders know which adult immunizations they require and how they can keep them up to date.National Immunization Awareness Week is being celebrated April 23 to 30 and the theme this year is “Be a Champion and Get… |
| Premier presents 2015 Tuna Cup Winner
Greg and Chance Norton are the winners of the 2015 Premier’s Tuna Cup, announced the Honourable Premier Wade MacLauchlan. “I am pleased to present Captain Greg Norton and his son Chance Norton with this trophy in recognition of their significant achievement,” said Premier MacLauchlan. “The Prince… |
| PEI Home Renovation Programs now accepting applications
Applications for the Prince Edward Island Home Renovation Programs (PEIHRP) are now being accepted for both the Renovation Program and the Renovation Program for Persons with Disabilities says Minister of Family and Human Services Tina Mundy. “We have also increased funding to these programs to… |
| Drivers urged to show caution in highway construction areas
Construction season is beginning on Prince Edward Island and motorists are being reminded to drive with courtesy and care for the men and women who work to maintain provincial roads, says Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar.“The workers who build and repair our highway… |
| Lease agreement will help revitalize Mill River properties
A one-year lease agreement between the province and a private company will signal a new direction for the Mill River golf course, fun park, and campground, Economic Development and Tourism Minister Heath MacDonald says.“We are pleased to inform Islanders that MRRI – owned by Island businessman Don… |
| Islanders encouraged to “Prepare your selfie” for Emergency Preparedness Week
To increase awareness for the 21st annual Emergency Preparedness Week - May 1- 7, Islanders are being asked to prepare their own emergency plan and 72 hour Emergency Preparedness kit and share it through social media.“I would like to encourage everyone to make sure they are ready for emergencies by… |
| New cancer strategy focuses on preventing and reducing lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancer
A new cancer strategy, released today, will provide health care providers and community partners with direction for cancer prevention and care over the next three years.Health and Wellness Minister Robert Henderson said the 2016-2019 strategy recommends actions across the cancer control continuum,… |
| Work on Northumberland Strait electrical cables project set to begin
Preparatory work to allow for the installation of electrical cables between New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island will begin this weekend, says Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar. “”This is the most significant strategic investment in the province since the… |
| Innovator of Onsite Wastewater Management Systems Ready to Commercialize Newest Product
There are more than 45 million existing septic systems in North America, and a million new homes built each year use them. Most homeowners don’t understand how their septic system works, nor do they know how much flow it can receive without becoming overloaded. Fortunately, now they don't have to,… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Sunday, May 1, 2016: • Gasoline prices will increase by 1.5 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 1.0 cpl;• Diesel prices will increase by 1.5 cpl… |
| Atlantic Provinces Agree to Joint Procurement Arrangement for Alcohol-Screening Ignition Interlock Devices
The governments of Canada’s four Atlantic Provinces have completed a joint procurement process for the provision of ignition-interlock devices, in the ongoing effort to reduce impaired driving on the region’s highways. Today, the Honourable Paula Biggar, Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure… |
| Seniors mental health services to be expanded to Prince and Kings Counties
Prince and Kings County seniors with complex mental health conditions will soon have access to a community-based Seniors Mental Health Resource Team.Health and Wellness Minister Robert Henderson said this week, during Mental Health Week, that the service will become operational by the end of this… |
| Applications now being accepted for Ignition Fund
Applications are now being accepted for the Ignition Fund, which offers up to $25,000 from Innovation PEI to launch or expand a business in Prince Edward Island.“This is the third year in a row that Innovation PEI has offered the Ignition Fund, which supported 10 entrepreneurs from across the… |
| Province taking major steps toward new model of service delivery to protect Islanders at risk of harm
Yesterday stakeholders from across the province took part in training that will help facilitate the implementation of an evidence-based, best practice approach for community safety and well-being in PEI called the COR-Hub model, said Minister of Family and Human Services Tina Mundy. “Nearly 150… |
| New Provincial Veterinarian
The Government of Prince Edward Island has appointed a new provincial veterinarian, said Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac. “Dr. Carolyn Sanford has accepted the appointment of Provincial Veterinarian with the Government of Prince Edward Island,” said Minister McIsaac. “Dr. Sanford… |
| Statement by Premier MacLauchlan regarding the Fort McMurray fire
Today I join all Islanders in expressing support to our extended family, the residents of Fort McMurray, during the catastrophe that continues to unfold. Mr. Speaker, Islanders and residents of Fort McMurray are members of a common community; we are all personally affected by this catastrophe.Over… |