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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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| St. Peters Bridge to Close for Replacement
Beginning Wednesday, September 29, the St. Peters Bridge on Route 2 in St. Peters will be closed to traffic as crews work to replace the existing structure. Once construction begins, the following detour route will be posted:Traffic heading east on Route 2 will take a right onto Route 313, then… |
| Municipal Elections
Municipal elections will be held in Charlottetown, Summerside, Stratford and Cornwall on Monday, November 1, 2010, resulting in new mayors and councillors being elected. To be eligible to vote in the municipal elections, a person must be (a) 18 years of age or over by Election Day (November 1), (b… |
| Premier and Novartis Executives Tour Charlottetown Vaccine Production Facilities
The visit to Charlottetown this week of Novartis president Tom Rossi and general manager Dominique Giulini is evidence of the strong relationship that has grown between the bioscience company and the people of Prince Edward Island, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “When we look at the 2006 decision to set… |
| Minister MacKinley Encourages Safe Driving Practices as School Resumes
With the start of a new school year next week, Islanders are asked to drive safely on Island roads near schools and on bus routes says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley. “With children returning to school, it is important that all drivers are aware of school… |
| Province Supports the Eastern Kings Sportsplex
The Eastern Kings Sportsplex has been awarded $10,000 through the Province’s Community Recreation Support Program for Arena Support 2010/11, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “The purpose of this program is to support the operations of existing community arenas that provide… |
| Department Holds Information Seminars on Changes to the Prince Edward Island Employment Standards Act
Changes to the Prince Edward Island Employment Standards Act will come into effect on October 1 and, to help inform Islanders, the Department of Community Services, Seniors and Labour will be holding information seminars across the province for employers and employees, says Community Services,… |
| Multi-Use Trail Now Open in Brackley
Residents of Brackley will benefit from enhanced public access to transit alternatives thanks to the completion of 2.6 km of trail development connecting the Community of Brackley and the City of Charlottetown. This new section of trail will provide residents with an area to walk, run or cycle and… |
| Prince Edward Island Wins Eat Atlantic Challenge
Prince Edward Islanders have once again demonstrated their support for local food by winning the Eat Atlantic Challenge, says Agriculture Minister George Webster. Prince Edward Island won the challenge with the highest per capita participation in the region. “I want to thank Islanders for the… |
| Tourism Industry Experiences Overall Growth in July
In addition to air, bridge and ferry traffic volume being up for the month of July, the indicators are strong and illustrate the strength and potential in this valuable sector of the PEI economy, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Vessey. “With several tourism related activities hosted… |
| Shellfish Festival Popular Draw for Visitors and Islanders to Charlottetown Waterfront
The 15th Annual PEI International Shellfish Festival, sponsored by Global Television, is set to hit the Historic Charlottetown Waterfront September 17-19, 2010. Atlantic Canada's biggest kitchen party promises world class seafood, the best of Island hospitality and Maritime entertainment."Our… |
| Minister Praises Islanders for Emergency Preparations
Hon. Doug Currie, Minister of Justice and Public Safety offered thanks to the Islanders, businesses, emergency workers and service providers who took special efforts in advance of, and during, the tropical storm this past weekend. “Preparing for the worst and hoping for the best paid off for… |
| Becoming an Outdoors Woman Weekend Workshop
Women who want to learn more about hunting, trapping, fly fishing, archery and outdoor survival skills should register for the upcoming Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Weekend Workshop, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. “This weekend workshop is an excellent opportunity… |
| Province Invests in Improvements to Stratford Road Through Build PEI
A major rehabilitation project on the Stratford Road will improve the safety of the road and improve its condition during the spring thaw, says Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Ron MacKinley. “Stratford is Prince Edward Island’s fastest growing municipality and it’s very… |
| Heritage Properties Recognized by Minister Vessey
It is important to recognize property owners and caretakers for their interest in the continued care and preservation of important heritage properties, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Vessey. “A number of designations and registrations of heritage properties across the province were… |
| Trade Team PEI Launches 2010-2011 Trade Calendar
Trade Team Prince Edward Island continues on its mandate to promote trade and export development with today’s launch of its 2010 – 2011 Trade Calendar.“Our government continues to encourage and invest in strong trade and export relationships,” said the Honourable Minister Keith Ashfield, Minister… |
| Innovation PEI and Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Welcome Chefs to International Shellfish Festival
A field of 18 Red Seal chefs from as far as the Bahamas will come to the Island to compete in the International Shellfish Festival Chef’s Challenge on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at the Culinary Institute of Canada. Innovation PEI and the Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development… |
| Seniors’ Secretariat Encourages Island Groups to Submit Proposals for Funding
The Government of Prince Edward Island, through the Seniors’s Secretariat, is inviting organizations and community groups who are seeking the opportunity to undertake activities which align with the Secretariat’s priority areas of action to submit a proposal for funding, announced Janice Sherry,… |
| Calendar Contest to Highlight the Importance of the U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child
November 20 will mark the 21st anniversary of United Nations General Assembly adopting the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). To celebrate this milestone, Island children and youth are invited to submit their artwork for a calendar contest, says Child and Youth Services Commissioner Jeff… |
| You are Invited to Open Farm Day
Twenty Island farms will open their doors to the public on Sunday, September 19, for the 9th annual Open Farm Day, a Maritime-wide agricultural showcase where people learn more about local food production. "I encourage people to visit these farms and see for themselves why Canada has earned an… |
| PEI Signs Cooperation Agreement with Sister Province of Hainan, China
Premier Ghiz met recently with Governor Luo Baoming of Hainan Province, the Ambassador of China in Canada His Excellency Lan Lijun, and Ministers and senior officials from Hainan. The delegation was on Prince Edward Island last week to discuss trade and cooperation between the two jurisdictions… |