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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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| Province invests in new ski lift for Brookvale park
The provincial government is investing in a new ski lift in Brookvale as part of its commitment to building a stronger parks system across Prince Edward Island, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Vessey. “Brookvale is home to Prince Edward Island’s only alpine ski hill and is an integral part… |
| Farmers Helping Farmers to recognize volunteers
Farmers Helping Farmers is requesting nominations for three volunteer awards. The awards recognize the contributions of the organization’s volunteers, supporters and members. “The success of any organization depends on the commitment of its volunteers and others who share its goals,“ said… |
| Book of condolences for people of Japan
Hon. Kathleen Casey, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, has arranged for a Book of Condolences to be opened at Province House for Islanders who wish to leave messages of support for victims of the recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan. “Prince Edward Island and Japan have a special relationship… |
| Province confirms UPEI Kinesiology program funding
The Province confirmed funding today of $300,000 per year for the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology program at the University of Prince Edward Island, says Honourable Allan Campbell, minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning.Campbell made the announcement before a group of UPEI students, some… |
| Provincial budget to be presented April 6
The upcoming provincial budget will focus on government’s plan to eliminate the deficit by 2014 while protecting vital programs and supports for Islanders, says Finance and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. The 2011 budget will be presented on Wednesday, April 6 at 3 p.m. at the Legislative… |
| Island students compete in biotechnology competition
Some of Prince Edward Island’s most promising young scientific minds will be competing in the Sanofi-Aventis BioTalent Challenge at UPEI on April 21, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “This competition is a great way to get young people interested in… |
| Minister welcomes recent Novartis expansion in Charlottetown
The further expansion of the Prince Edward Island facilities of a major international bioscience company is evidence of the health of the bioscience sector in this province, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “I was very pleased to learn that Novartis has recently… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, April 1, 2011: • There will be no change in the price of gasoline, furnace, stove oil or diesel at this time; and• Propane prices will decrease by 1.4 cpl for Irving Energy… |
| New Darnley Bridge expected to open in time for tourism season
Residents and visitors will soon be able to fully enjoy one of Prince Edward Island’s most scenic drives when the Darnley Bridge on Route 20 re-opens to traffic, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley “The short section of Route 20 that has been closed to allow the… |
| Skills Canada-PEI winners to attend national competition
Students who developed their skills in trades and technology at Island high schools and Holland College will be taking part in an upcoming national competition, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “I would like to congratulate all of the students who competed in the… |
| UPEI students design water crossings for woodlot owners
Woodlot owners in Prince Edward Island will learn the best design options for temporary watercourse crossings on their properties from a research project carried out by UPEI engineering students, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. “This research project will give woodlot… |
| Budget 2011 supports health, education and a return to balance
The new provincial budget will continue the progress being made by Islanders to build a stronger society and a more competitive economy, says Finance and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. “Budget 2011 is an appropriate budget for the times,” said the Minister. “Its primary focus is to keep… |
| PEILCC announces new funds for MADD Canada
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission (PEILCC) is pleased to announce a new program that will support the efforts of MADD Canada on Prince Edward Island. Beginning in April, proceeds from fees generated at Automated Teller Machines located in PEILCC retail outlets will be donated to… |
| Minister releases progress report on Rural Action Plan
Rural Islanders are already benefiting from the Rural Action Plan in many ways, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair.“I am proud of the progress that has been achieved since the Rural Action Plan was initiated just over one year ago,” said Mr. LeClair. “As a… |
| Islanders mark the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day
March 8, 2011 is the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day and Islanders are encouraged to recognize this significant event, says Minister Responsible for the Status of Women Janice Sherry. “For one hundred years, people all over the world have come together to celebrate advancements in… |
| Silver Fox Curling and Yacht Club benefits from energy retrofit
An energy retrofit project carried out at the Silver Fox Curling and Yacht Club in Summerside will reduce costs and promote greater efficiency, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “We are pleased to partner with community organizations to reduce their carbon… |
| Immunization Poster Challenge Winner
Grade six students from across Canada were invited to create posters expressing their ideas about immunization and healthy children. Congratulations to Jason Bernard from Alberton, the 2010 National Immunization Poster Contest winner for Prince Edward Island, says Health and Wellness Minister… |
| Second round of road construction tenders focuses on rural roads
Improvements to five sections of road will increase safety and efficiency for drivers in several rural communities, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley. “The improvements we plan to make in this round of tenders are focussed entirely on rural Prince Edward… |
| New immigration streams added to Provincial Nominee Program
The Government of Prince Edward Island is introducing new streams to the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) which will continue to build on the program’s successful record of attracting business people and skilled workers to immigrate and settle in Prince Edward Island, Innovation and Advanced… |
| Provincial school inspections underway
Inspections of schools across the province have begun and all schools will be completed this spring, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “Over the last number of weeks, All Tech Environmental Services Limited has been conducting inspections in schools across the… |