News Archives
Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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| East Point Lighthouse and Site Will Benefit From Upgrades for Years to Come
Thanks to Federal and Provincial investments, recent upgrades to the East Point Lighthouse will enhance the experience of visitors to the site. Situated at the very tip of Eastern PEI, this historic beacon is a major tourism attraction for the area. The Honourable Mike Duffy, Senator for Prince… |
| Federal and Provincial Investments Bring Improved Access to Mooney's Pond and Anderson Angling Pool
There is now another reason to visit the community of Morell. Thanks to federal and provincial investments, improvements have been made to the trails and look-out platforms surrounding Mooney’s Pond and the Jim Anderson Angling Pool. “Our government invested $44,720 to allow better access to Mooney… |
| Federal and Provincial Governments Invest in Upgrades to St. Peter's Campground Infrastructure
Visitors to St. Peter’s Campground will now have a better and more accessible place to stay while enjoying the Eastern part of Prince Edward Island. A federal and provincial investment has allowed St. Peter’s Bay to realign and widen the road to allow larger recreational vehicles into the… |
| Innovative New Program Brings History to Life for Island Students
The “Open Suitcase Series” provides teachers across the province with unique and engaging resources they can use in their own classrooms, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “These suitcases can really bring Island history to life,” said Mr. Currie. “It’s one thing… |
| West Point Lighthouse Celebrates Grand Opening with Support from Federal and Provincial Governments
Major renovations are wrapping up at the popular West Point Lighthouse Inn and Restaurant thanks to support from the federal and provincial governments and the community. The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, the Honourable Neil LeClair, PEI Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture… |
| National Environmental Report Card Increases Ranking for Prince Edward Island
Effective energy efficiency programs are the main reason Prince Edward Island’s ranking in a national environmental report card increased from a D to a B, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. “The PEI Office of Energy Efficiency has been very successful helping Island… |
| Minister Congratulates Volunteer Fire Chief of the Year
Hon. Doug Currie, Minister of Justice and Public Safety, extends congratulations to Chief Miles Boulter, who has been chosen by the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs (CAFC) as the Canadian Volunteer Fire Chief of the Year. “Since he began as a volunteer firefighter with the O’Leary Fire… |
| Minister Joins the Eat Atlantic Challenge
George Webster will be one of thousands pledging to eat only Atlantic on September 2.Prince Edward Islanders will have a chance to show their provincial and regional pride for the great food produced in Atlantic Canada during this year’s Eat Atlantic Challenge on September 2, says Agriculture… |
| Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Congratulates VisionQuest on Success
VisionQuest’s expansion is a strong indication of the health of the Information Technology sector in Prince Edward Island says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “On behalf of the government of Prince Edward Island, I would like to congratulate VisionQuest on their expansion… |
| Integrating and Retaining Internationally Educated Health Professionals
Government is pleased to be partnering on a new pilot project to research and implement a retention toolkit for internationally educated health professionals (IEHP) employed in the Atlantic region, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “Understanding why internationally educated… |
| Minister Congratulates UPEI and Nautilus on Licensing Agreement
A new licensing agreement between the University of Prince Edward Island and the Charlottetown biotech firm Nautilus Biosciences Inc. to commercialize an anti-inflammatory drug is another success for the growing Prince Edward Island bioscience sector, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister… |
| Emergency Preparedness is Everyone's Responsibility - Take Precautions During Hurricane Season
The Canadian Hurricane Centre has predicted an active hurricane season this year, and Public Safety Minister Doug Currie is reminding Islanders not to wait until a storm is on its way to begin taking precautions. “Although we generally associate hurricanes with high winds, the most destructive… |
| Summer Co-op Education Program Growing in Popularity
Exploring a career path of interest in Prince Edward Island is the main objective for students participating in Summer Co-operative Education Programs, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “Finding a summer job is important, but finding a career path you enjoy can be… |
| Effective September 1 – Seniors’ Drug Co-pay Reduced by 25 per cent
The Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to remind Island seniors that, effective September 1, they will see a price reduction when they purchase medication under the Provincial Seniors’ Drug Cost Assistance Program. “Our Seniors Drug Program benefits approximately 18,000 Island seniors,”… |
| Premier Extends Support for True Patriot Love Foundation
Premier Robert Ghiz is pleased to announce Government’s support for the first regional True Patriot Love Tribute Dinner, announced in Fredericton today by the True Patriot Love Foundation. “This major fundraising event will benefit members of the military and their families in both New Brunswick… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Sunday, August 1, 2010: • Gasoline prices will increase by 1.2 cents per litre (cpl); • There will be no change in furnace and stove oil prices; • Diesel prices will increase by 1.… |
| Lobster Landings Reach Record High
Lobster landings during the spring season in Prince Edward Island reached a new all-time high, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. Preliminary numbers for the 2010 spring lobster season in LFA 24, the north shore of Prince Edward Island, and LFA 26A, the central… |
| Farmers Helping Farmers To Hold BBQ Fundraiser
The annual Farmers Helping Farmers beef barbeque is an opportunity to raise money to help farm families in Kenya while mixing and mingling with old friends, says FHF president Jeff Wichtel.“This is an event that people annually look forward to attending. The barbeque is a chance for people to meet… |
| Premier Ghiz Prepares for the Annual Council of the Federation Meeting
Premier Robert Ghiz leaves tomorrow for the annual meeting of the Council of the Federation. This year’s meeting is taking place in Winnipeg, August 4 - 6, and will be hosted by Manitoba Premier, Greg Selinger. “The meetings this week will be an opportunity for premiers to discuss strengthening… |
| CHEERS! George Wendt Is Coming to The Charlottetown Festival
“EDNA!!” Don’t be surprised to hear that name called out around Charlottetown over the next few months, as television and Broadway actor George Wendt will be reprising his Broadway role of Edna Turnblad when Hairspray makes its debut at the Charlottetown Festival. Best known as Norm Peterson on the… |