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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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| Advanced eHealth Software Development Centre opens in Summerside
RadNet, Inc., the largest owner and operator of freestanding outpatient medical diagnostic imaging centres in the United States, has opened a new software development centre in Summerside, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell.“We have a very experienced workforce in… |
| More help is on the way to clear snow in West Prince
An additional six high-powered snow blowers are headed to West Prince to help clear snow as crews continue to widen roads, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley. “We now have 11 additional snow blowers working in West Prince,” said Minister MacKinley. “There are… |
| Spring weight restrictions set to begin Monday, March 7
In an effort to reduce damage to the province’s roads over the coming weeks, the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal will implement spring weight restrictions beginning at 12:01 a.m. Monday March 7. These restrictions reduce the maximum load allowed per axle for larger trucks,… |
| Manor Replacement on Schedule
Progress on two new Prince Edward Island Manors is on schedule and they will be completed this fall, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “Weather has presented many challenges throughout the winter months, but we are pleased to say that both the new Maplewood Manor in Alberton and… |
| Acadian flag raised to kick off PEI's 2011 Francophonie Celebrations
To kick off the 2011 Francophonie Celebrations on PEI this year, La Société Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin (SSTA) and the provincial government’s Acadian and Francophone Affairs Division jointly raised the tricolored Acadian flag in front of Province House in Charlottetown today to shine a light on the… |
| Prince Edward Island and governments across Canada launch a national dialogue on childhood obesity
Health Ministers from across the nation have launched Our Health Our Future: A National Dialogue on Healthy Weights – a key step in identifying actions to curb childhood obesity and promote healthy weights in Canada, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “The ideas generated through… |
| Results from Primary Math Assessments available online
The results of the 2010 Primary Math Assessments are being sent home to parents and are available online, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “2010 was the first year that all Grade 3 students in Prince Edward Island participated in the Primary Math Assessment,”… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, February 15, 2011: • Gasoline prices will increase by 1.0 cent per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 1.0 cpl; • Diesel prices will increase by 1… |
| Minister Announces a New Active Start Initiative
The Department of Health and Wellness and the Coaches Association of Prince Edward Island (CAPEI) are introducing a new Let’s Get an Active Start initiative for children aged 0-6, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram.“Active Start is the first step towards lifelong physical fitness,”… |
| Road users advised to prepare for spring weight restrictions and thawing roads
Milder weather is just around the corner, and that means Islanders who transport goods should prepare for spring weight restrictions, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley. “Weight restrictions are necessary to reduce the amount of damage done to Island roads once… |
| Homburg group, UPEI explore partnership in real estate institute
A new educational partnership will preserve UPEI’s status as Prince Edward Island’s only university while allowing the Province of Prince Edward Island to host the Homburg Group Global Education Project’s continuing plans for real estate focused university education to the province, says Allan… |
| His Royal Highness Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton to visit the Island
The announcement of the upcoming visit to Prince Edward Island by His Royal Highness Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton is welcome news, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “It will be a great honour for Islanders to host the Royal couple during their stay in the province,” Premier Ghiz said. “I… |
| Licensed Practical Nurse training to be offered in West Prince
Islanders seeking training and opportunities in the health care field will have the opportunity to train as Practical Nurses in O’Leary this year, Premier Robert Ghiz says. “Government is taking steps to train people for the needs of the provincial health care system and we are pleased to be able… |
| Celebrate 160 Years of Responsible Government in PEI
This year marks the 160th anniversary of the granting of responsible government in Prince Edward Island. To mark this achievement, the Legislative Assembly will be hosting several events throughout 2011, including a “Celebrate 160" lecture series.The inaugural Celebrate 160 lecture will take place… |
| PureSCM expands to Charlottetown and plans to create five new IT jobs
A British Columbia ICT firm is expanding to Charlottetown and has plans to create up to five new jobs, says Hon. Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “The Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to see new jobs being created as a result of growth at a well-established… |
| Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training report on key literacy initiatives
Specific achievements, such as the renewal of grades 7, 8 and 9 English language arts curriculum, standards of practice for educational leaders, new curriculum for grades 3 and 4 social studies, and the adult literacy campaign, are the major highlights contained in the Progress Report on Literacy… |
| Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training report on key literacy initiatives
Specific achievements, such as the renewal of grades 7, 8 and 9 English language arts curriculum, standards of practice for educational leaders, new curriculum for grades 3 and 4 social studies, and the adult literacy campaign, are the major highlights contained in the Progress Report on Literacy… |
| Province of PEI thanks Atlantic Lottery for three decades of Team PEI sponsorship
With the Canada Games well underway, the Province of Prince Edward Island wants to thank the Official Team Atlantic sponsor Atlantic Lottery, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “Over the past three decades, we have been proud to have Atlantic Lottery sponsor Team PEI for the… |
| Province welcomes visitors to the Scotties
Visitors are sure to enjoy the natural beauty of Prince Edward Island, as well as the hospitality and pride of its people during the 2011 Scotties Tournament of Hearts, says Premier Robert Ghiz.“Having some of the best women curlers in the country compete in Charlottetown is sure to create a world-… |
| Tourism Job Fair connects job seekers with employers
Islanders who work in tourism are essential to the success of the tourism industry on Prince Edward Island, says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Vessey.Following a visit to the tourism industry’s annual Tourism Job Fair, Minister Vessey said that skilled and knowledgeable personnel enable the… |