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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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| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island Partner to Invest in Housing Renovations
The Honourable Michael Duffy, Senator for Prince Edward Island, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), and the Honourable Janice Sherry, Minister of Community Services… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island Sign a Multi-Year Agreement on French Language Services
On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and Member of Parliament (Egmont), along with the Honourable Robert Ghiz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, today announced the signing of an… |
| Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning Awards Craft Education Bursaries
Holly McGee and Krista MacKenzie have received this year’s Craft Education Awards, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “The government of Prince Edward Island is committed to building a brighter and more prosperous future,” said Minister Campbell. “We recognize education… |
| Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning Awards Craft Education Bursaries
Holly McGee and Krista MacKenzie have received this year’s Craft Education Awards, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell. “The government of Prince Edward Island is committed to building a brighter and more prosperous future,” said Minister Campbell. “We recognize education… |
| Minister Bertram Congratulates Team PEI on its Success at the Special Olympics Summer Games
Islanders can be very proud of the excellent participation and success achieved by Team PEI at the 2010 National Special Olympics Summer Games in London, Ontario, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram.“Special Olympics exemplifies the spirit of fair play, excellence and inclusiveness,”… |
| Many Island Early Childhood Centres Hoping to Convert to Early Years Centres
More than half of the early childhood centres on Prince Edward Island have indicated they would like to transition to an Early Years Centre (EYC) and be part of the Preschool Excellence Initiative, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister, Doug Currie. “I am very pleased with the… |
| Minister Announces New Physicians
Residents of Hunter River, Souris and Charlottetown will soon be welcoming new doctors to their communities, says Health and Wellness Minister, Carolyn Bertram. “We are extremely pleased to welcome seven new physicians to Prince Edward Island, three of whom will practice Family Medicine, three in… |
| Conference Organizers in Final Preparations for the Upcoming Coastal Zone Canada Conference
Prince Edward Island will host international speakers from around the world at the 2010 Coastal Zone Canada Conference and Youth Forum next week at UPEI, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair. “As host of this major conference, Islanders will have an excellent… |
| Minister Congratulates Teachers’ Federation for Receiving National Award
The Prince Edward Island Teachers’ Federation (PEITF) is very deserving of the recognition they have received from the Canadian Educational Press Association for creating awareness of the school experience across our province, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “I… |
| Canada and Prince Edward Island Celebrate Grand Re-Opening of Historic Tignish Post Office Building
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, along with the Honourable Neil LeClair, Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development and MLA for Tignish - Palmer Road, on behalf of the Honourable Ron MacKinley, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal, joined… |
| No Confirmed Reports of Giant Hogweed in PEI
There have been no confirmed reports of Giant Hogweed in Prince Edward Island says Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry, Director of Forests, Fish and Wildlife, Kate MacQuarrie. “We have received a number of calls from Islanders worried about Giant Hogweed. So far, these have all turned… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island Celebrate the Official Opening of Alberton House for People with Disabilities
The Government of Canada joined today with the Province of Prince Edward Island to celebrate the official opening of Alberton House, an eight-unit affordable housing development for people with intellectual disabilities.The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on behalf of the… |
| Public Encouraged to Seek Non-Urgent Medical Care at Walk-in Clinics
When requiring medical care, it is important for the public to know how and where to access care for a medical condition during urgent and non-urgent situations. The public should seek immediate medical care at an emergency department when:• experiencing discomfort or tightness in the chest;•… |
| Construction Has Begun on the New Maplewood Manor
The construction of the new Maplewood Manor in Alberton is now underway, says Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram. “Government is committed to providing the most up-to-date facilities and programming to individuals with continuing care needs,” said Minister Bertram. “I was so pleased to… |
| Tourism Minister Launches New Downhill Mountain Bike Park
A new downhill mountain biking course is a great opportunity to utilize Brookvale as a multi-use, year-round facility, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Vessey. “We are very excited to work with our partners on the opening of the new Brookvale Mountain Bike Park,” said Minister Vessey. “… |
| Deadline for PEI Senior Islanders of the Year Award Fast Approaching
Community groups, organizations and the general public who wish to nominate seniors in their community for the PEI Senior Islanders of the Year Award are reminded the deadline for nominations is August 1, says Community Services, Seniors and Labour Minister Janice Sherry. The award is intended to… |
| Government Forced to Change Plans Due to Condition of St. Peters Bridge
The deteriorating condition of the St. Peters Bridge has forced government to delay the Cardigan Bridge replacement until next year, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Ron MacKinley. “Last week, departmental officials were notified of damage to the St. Peters Bridge deck and,… |
| Successful Conference Wraps up with Keynote Address on Oil Spills
The 2010 Coastal Zone Canada Conference final keynote address is a strong reminder of the potential devastation an offshore oil spill would have on Prince Edward Island coastal waters, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. “Dr. Merv Fingas gave an informative presentation… |
| PEI Welcomes Cast and Crew of Live! With Regis and Kelly
As trucks filled with heavy gear and production equipment roll into town this week, the province is rolling out the welcome mat to the crew of LIVE! with Regis and Kelly, says Prince Edward Island Premier Robert Ghiz. “This event will do a great deal to publicize awareness of the Island in many… |
| O’Leary Health Centre Celebrates Grand Opening
The new O’Leary Health Centre will bring enhanced health care services to the community of O’Leary and surrounding areas, Premier Robert Ghiz and Health and Wellness Minister Carolyn Bertram announced today at a celebration to mark the opening of the new health centre. “Government is committed to… |