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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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| Summerside benefits from investment in three recreational infrastructure projects
Significant improvements totalling more than $892,000 are underway at three key recreational infrastructure sites in the City of Summerside. The projects are cost-shared by the federal, provincial and municipal levels of government.The details were announced today by the Honourable Gail Shea,… |
| Island athletes shine on national and international stages
Islanders can be proud of the outstanding results achieved by Island athletes this week on the national and international stage, says Minister of Health and Wellness Carolyn Bertram. "This week our Island athletes demonstrated that they are among the best in the country and the world,” said… |
| Manager of Apprenticeship to Volunteer at 2011 WorldSkills Competition
Susan LeFort, Manager of Apprenticeship and Training, will be volunteering as an Expert in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) turning at the 2011 WorldSkills competition in London, England, says Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “Canada is facing a skilled labour shortage… |
| Lounge license suspended for Pat & Willy's
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the lounge liquor license, license number LL910008, for the premises known as “Pat & Willy’s” located at 119 Kent Street, Charlottetown, for the following period of time, that is: for a period of two (2) days each for violation of… |
| Free licensing for exotic wildlife pets
Owners of approved exotic wildlife pets will have an opportunity to have them licensed or – if they can no longer care for them – turned over to the department at a special licensing event this Saturday, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. “Pet owners may be unaware they… |
| Drivers urged to use caution as temperatures drop
Island drivers are being asked to use caution on the province’s roads over the coming weeks as temperatures drop and black ice becomes a possibility, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley. “This is the time of year where black ice can form unexpectedly on our… |
| Prince Edward Island beef cattle rank among best at Fall Fair
Prince Edward Island beef cattle exhibitors represented the province very well at the recent Maritime Fall Fair in Halifax. In the open show, judge Garth Rancier of Alberta had high praise for a number of the entries exhibited by Island breeders. By the end of the weekend, a vast number of grand… |
| Upgraded recreational facilities to benefit western Prince Edward Island communities
Improvements at three recreational facilities in Tyne Valley, Victoria West and O’Leary have been undertaken with a combined investment of more than $237,000 by the Government of Canada, the Province of Prince Edward Island and the local organizations.The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, October 15, 2010: • Gasoline prices will increase by 3.9 cents per litre (cpl);• Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 1.8 cpl; • Diesel prices will increase by 3.… |
| Charlottetown Metal Products tests innovative product with assistance from the Pilot Fund and Food Technology Centre
Through the assistance of the Innovation PEI Pilot Fund, Charlottetown Metal Products has completed initial testing of their prototype high-pressure steam food processor.With funding from the Pilot Fund, Charlottetown Metal Products (CMP) partnered with the Food Technology Centre (FTC) to conduct… |
| Souris’s Main Street open for business
Taking a drive and enjoying a walk down Souris’s Main Street will now be safer thanks to an investment from the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island.The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, and the Honourable Robert Ghiz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, joined together… |
| New program helps Island businesses become more energy efficient
Thanks to federal and provincial investments, Island businesses will now be able to save energy through a new energy efficiency program introduced today. On hand for the announcement were the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, the Honourable Richard Brown, PEI Minister of… |
| Completed road work on two Island highways will improve traffic flow and increase transit safety
Prince Edward Island drivers will have a smoother, safer drive as they travel on the Charlottetown Perimeter Highway, thanks to a partnership between the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island. The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, and the Honourable Ron MacKinley,… |
| Department plans two detours beginning Monday
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal will be re-routing traffic around two construction sites beginning Monday, October 18. The two locations are on the Meadowbank Road in Cornwall, and on Route 2 at the intersection of O’Leary Road. On Meadowbank Road, traffic heading toward… |
| New Stratford Elementary School officially opened
The new school in Stratford is another example of our government’s commitment to building a stronger school system for our one Island community, says Premier Robert Ghiz.“The new Stratford Elementary School is ensuring that the children in the rapidly growing community of Stratford have access to… |
| Library project provides French-language health information
French-speaking Islanders will soon have access to a greater number and variety of health related materials thanks to an agreement between the Public Library Service and the Société Santé en Français, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Vessey. "This is a wonderful opportunity for French… |
| National Infection Control Week -- "Infection Control, It's Simple!"
National Infection Control Week, October 18-22, 2010, is a chance to remind Islanders of the importance of infection prevention and control. The theme of this year’s week is “Infection Control – It’s Simple!” “Washing your hands or using hand sanitizer and covering your cough are easy, yet… |
| Charlottetown Metal Products tests innovative product with assistance from the Pilot Fund and Food Technology Centre
Through the assistance of the Innovation PEI Pilot Fund, Charlottetown Metal Products has completed initial testing of their prototype high-pressure steam food processor.With funding from the Pilot Fund, Charlottetown Metal Products (CMP) partnered with the Food Technology Centre (FTC) to conduct… |
| Minister congratulates Island Abbey Foods on international award
PEI’s Island Abbey Foods Ltd. is bringing home the Global SIAL d’Or, one of the world’s top food prizes for their Island-produced dried honey drop says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “I would like to congratulate Mr. Rowe and Island Abbey Foods on their enormous… |
| Province recognizes library volunteers
“Several well deserving community volunteers, who have made outstanding contributions to public libraries across the province, will be recognized as part of activities surrounding Canadian Library Month in October,” says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Vessey. “Our community libraries are… |