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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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| Funding Supports Expansion to Sport Programs to Rural Communities
A $50,000 Leadership Grant will help further develop the West Prince Sports and Recreation Council, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram.“The West Prince Sports and Recreation Council have decided to extend their boundaries to cover the western region from Miscouche to North Cape,”… |
| Population Secretariat releases Newcomers Guide
The Population Secretariat has released the Prince Edward Island Newcomers Guide, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. The guide offers helpful information on a variety of subjects related to settling on Prince Edward Island, such as how to buy or rent a home, get a… |
| Federal and provincial investments lead to new processing facility for Soya-Source Inc.
In response to market demand, Soya-Source Inc. has opened a new processing facility to extract oil and meal from soybeans thanks to investments made by the federal and provincial governments.“The economy is our Government’s top priority. It is small- and medium-sized businesses that remain the… |
| Premier Ghiz extends condolences to Japan
Premier Robert Ghiz offered condolences today to the Japanese people following the powerful earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan on Friday, March 11. “I extend my deepest sympathy to the people of Japan and their loved ones in the aftermath of this terrible tragedy,” said the Premier. “I know… |
| Canada Water Week encourages collaboration to preserve water resources
Islanders working together to protect and conserve water is the best way to preserve it for future generations, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Our drinking water is our most precious resource and we all share the responsibility to preserve the high quality of our water for future generations,” Premier… |
| Minister declares National Farm Safety Week
National Farm Safety Week is a good time to take stock of potential hazards on the farm, says Agriculture Minister George Webster.“In declaring the week of March 13 to 19 as National Farm Safety Week in Prince Edward Island, I want to encourage all farm operators to take steps to evaluate… |
| Work now underway to replace Evangeline Sporting Facility
Residents of the Island’s largest Acadian community are beginning to see their new Multi-Generational Sports Facility take shape thanks to investments from the Government of Canada, the Province of Prince Edward Island and the community itself. The construction of the new facility is now underway.“… |
| PETROLEUM PRICING
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, March 15, 2011: • Gasoline prices will increase by 5.2 cents per litre (cpl);• Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 5.5 cpl;• Diesel prices will increase by 4.9… |
| Relief Fund for Victims of the Japan Earthquake Disaster
Islanders can now make an important contribution to a “Relief Fund for Victims of the Japan Earthquake Disaster” at the Province’s 18 liquor stores. Collection boxes are now available for donations to the Canadian Red Cross to assist in relief efforts. “Islanders are always extremely generous and… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island announce funding for Prince Edward Island convention centre
Charlottetown’s Queen’s Wharf district will soon be home to the new $17.5 million Prince Edward Island Convention Centre thanks to funding from the Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island. Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Gail Shea, on behalf of Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and… |
| Community Internship Program Seeks Recent Graduates
Applications for the Community Internship Program are now open, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. The program offers six-month internships with Island non-profit organizations. Applicants must be eligible for Employment Insurance and must have graduated with a… |
| First Farm Technician Apprenticeship class graduates
The first class of farm workers training to gain experience and certification through the Farm Technician Apprenticeship Program has graduated, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. On February 25, five students were presented with certificates from Nova Scotia Agriculture… |
| Atlantic delegation to attend 2011 International Boston Seafood Show
A delegation of more than 25 businesses and organizations from Atlantic Canada’s seafood, aquaculture and fisheries industry will attend the 2011 International Boston Seafood Show (IBSS), North America’s largest seafood exhibition. The annual industry trade show, to be held from March 20-22 in… |
| Business Continuity Awareness Week promotes resilience
Businesses and organizations are encouraged to develop, test and maintain their business continuity programs next week during Business Continuity Awareness Week, says Minister of Justice and Public Safety Doug Currie. March 21 - 25, 2011 is Business Continuity Awareness Week, a global educational… |
| Islanders encouraged to take part in Read Around the House
March Break is a great time to have fun with family literacy and Island families can do so this year through the new Read Around the House initiative, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Vessey. “Read Around the House is designed to encourage reading and the enjoyment of books,” said the… |
| Prince Edward Island delegation to attend Boston Seafood Show
Increasing exports of Prince Edward Island seafood products is the goal of the delegation attending next week’s International Boston Seafood Show, says Premier Robert Ghiz.“The International Boston Seafood Show is an outstanding opportunity to showcase the wide variety, high quality and great value… |
| Hundreds attend Chinese Islanders Business Summit
The Government of Prince Edward Island is eager to see new businesses start up and new partnerships form after a very well attended Chinese Islanders Business Summit, March 2 and 3, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell.“We had over 200 Chinese Islanders attend this two-day… |
| Minister congratulates Bertha Campbell on winning national award
A national award presented to Bertha Campbell reflects the increasing leadership role of women in the agriculture industry, says Agriculture Minister George Webster.Earlier this week, Bertha Campbell of Grahams Road was one of five Canadian women who were recognized for their leadership and… |
| Wind energy profits more than $3 million for 2010
Publicly owned wind farms operated by the Prince Edward Island Energy Corporation recorded $3.5 million in wind energy profits for 2010, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. The provincial crown corporation was also able to reduce the debt owing on its wind farms by $10… |
| Canadian historian to speak at Province House
The public is invited to hear well-known Canadian historian, Professor Ian Ross Robertson, speaking on “The Road to Responsible Government” at Province House (165 Richmond Street) on March 31 at 7 p.m. Professor Robertson, a native of Mermaid, received his early education in the province, including… |