News Archives
Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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| Students enjoying new kindergarten wing at L. M. Montgomery Elementary School
Students and staff are celebrating the official opening of a new kindergarten wing at L.M. Montgomery Elementary School, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The introduction of kindergarten to the Island school system is providing opportunities for children to get the best start in their education,” said… |
| West Royalty Elementary School officially opens new kindergarten wing
A new kindergarten wing is providing additional space and opportunities for students and staff to learn at West Royalty Elementary School, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Kindergarten students are settling in to their new surroundings in schools across our one Island community and the new expansion at… |
| Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training Launch “Literacy: It means more than you think” Campaign
Improving quality of life by increasing literacy and essential skills is the goal of a new Atlantic awareness campaign launched by the Council of Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training (CAMET). Ministers announced the joint initiative in their respective provinces by presenting the campaign’s… |
| Minister Sheridan congratulates everyone involved in Municipal Elections
Today is the first day on the job for newly elected council members in Charlottetown, Summerside, Cornwall and Stratford but everyone involved in yesterday’s elections deserves to be congratulated, says Finance and Municipal Affairs Minister, Wes Sheridan. “It was an impressive list of candidates,… |
| O’Leary roundabout now open to traffic
Residents of West Prince are now benefitting from improved safety at the intersection of Route 2 and O’Leary Road thanks to the completion of a new roundabout, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Ron MacKinley. “Vehicle speeds are fairly high at this location on Route 2, as are… |
| Nominations now open for Human Rights Award
Islanders are invited to nominate someone for the third annual Award for the Advancement of Human Rights on Prince Edward Island says the minister responsible for the Human Rights Act, Doug Currie. “This is a wonderful opportunity to honour a Prince Edward Island individual, group or organization… |
| Province pursues lobster markets in China
A trade mission of industry and government representatives is exploring opportunities to increase exports of Atlantic Canada lobster to China, says Prince Edward Island Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “This trade mission is an ongoing part of our five point… |
| Decrease in used beverage containers on roadsides
Results from the 2010 litter survey show a reduction in empty beverage containers littering Island roadsides, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. “Government is pleased that changes to the Beverage Container Act offer more variety and beverage choices for Islanders, and we… |
| Economic impact from Live! with Regis and Kelly in the millions
Minister of Tourism and Culture, Robert Vessey and the Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of National Revenue, Minister of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway, are pleased to announce that the media and marketing value of LIVE! with Regis and Kelly… |
| Know Your Medications During Canadian Patient Safety Week
Canadian Patient Safety Week, November 1 - 5, 2010, reminds Islanders and health-care providers that good health care begins with good communication, announced Health PEI CEO Keith Dewar. Canadian Patient Safety Week is an annual national event that aims to increase awareness of patient safety… |
| Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning congratulates Island business leaders
Leaders of three prominent Island businesses were recognized this month by Ernst & Young for their contribution to the Atlantic business community, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. "Through the Island Prosperity Strategy, the business community, government and… |
| Tube Fab, TFL Expansion brings 100 aerospace manufacturing jobs to Summerside
The precision machining operations of TFL Technologies of Cornwall, Prince Edward Island, and sister company Tube-Fab Limited of Toronto, Ontario, will consolidate their operations in a new and expanded facility in Summerside with support provided by the federal and provincial government.The… |
| Province places weight restrictions on Point Pleasant Bridge on Route 17
Beginning today and until further notice the Point Pleasant Bridge on Route 17 in Point Pleasant is subject to weight restrictions. The restrictions were put in place after an assessment of the structure by engineers from the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal. The restrictions… |
| Influenza vaccine now available
This year, a single influenza shot will protect Islanders against three influenza strains including H1N1. Physicians’ offices, provincial health centres and public health offices across Prince Edward Island have now received their first shipment of influenza vaccine for this season, says Health and… |
| Atlantic Supplier Development Team at Biz 2 Biz Expo for Small Business Week
Island entrepreneurs will have an opportunity to learn about providing goods and services to the public sector at the 2010 Biz 2 Biz Expo, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. Atlantic Supplier Development Team (ASDT) procurement officers from all four Atlantic provinces… |
| Biomass heat projects announced for public buildings
The province has accepted two proposals to supply biomass-based heat for five public buildings in Prince Edward Island, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. “Government is committed to creating opportunities to replace fossil fuels with renewable and domestically produced… |
| New $5,000 annual scholarship established to honour Joseph Spriet
A new $5,000 annual scholarship will help Island students while recognizing the contributions of 2009 Canada Games organizer Joseph Spriet, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Joe Spriet played a big role in planning these games and in assembling the team of volunteers and sponsors who made the 2009 Canada… |
| Latest report continues to support strong tourism season
The latest August tourism indicators reflect continued strong trends in tourism in Prince Edward Island, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Vessey. “Bridge, air and ferry traffic are all up year-to-date,” said Minister Vessey. “August 2009 was an extraordinary month due to the fact that we… |
| Family Doctor Week in Canada
October 11-16 marks the 7th Annual Family Doctor Week in Canada. Family Doctor Week is organized every year by the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) to help celebrate the important role that family physicians play in the lives of Canadians, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn… |
| Community Access Program honours Grand Tracadie volunteer
The Community Access Program (CAP) has presented the 2010 Stephen Dennis Memorial Award of Excellence to Nancy MacKinnon of Grand Tracadie, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. The award is given in recognition of outstanding dedication to providing public access service… |