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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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| Federal Energy Audit Not Needed For Provincial Incentives
Prince Edward Island homeowners will no longer need an energy audit to qualify for grants and loans offered by the Office of Energy Efficiency, said Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry, Richard Brown. Last week, the federal government cut the funding for the ecoEnergy Retrofit program that… |
| The Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island Invest in Recreational Infrastructure to Benefit Kings County
The Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of National Revenue, Minister of Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway, along with the Honourable Neil LeClair, Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development, announced today improvements to recreational… |
| Gift Cards Legislation Introduced
A bill that will regulate gift cards was introduced in the PEI legislature today. “Gift cards have become a very popular option for consumers,” said Attorney General Doug W. Currie. “They are convenient to purchase and allow the recipient to exercise a certain amount of choice in selecting a… |
| Eptek Centre Honours Island Olympic and Paralympic Athletes
The efforts and accolades of Island Olympic and Paralympic athletes were recently honoured through an exhibit at the Eptek Centre in Summerside. The exhibit, a partnership with PEI Sports Hall of Fame, was a tribute to twelve Island athletes who have excelled in their sport and have represented… |
| Paralympic Torch Relay Begins Journey
While the Olympic flame was extinguished with the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Games, the Paralympic flame is shining bright as it makes its way across Canada. ”The Paralympic Torch Relay marks the beginning of the celebrations for the 2010 Vancouver Paralympic Winter Games… |
| Attorney General Encourages Island Youth to Take the Financial Fitness Challenge
Islanders aged 15 - 21 are once again invited to take part in the annual Financial Fitness Challenge, which runs from February 15 to April 15, 2010. “Young people in their teens and early twenties are already starting to make important financial decisions. Often they are working part time, deciding… |
| Department of Tourism and Culture Launches 2010 Marketing, Media and Public Relations Plan
Prince Edward Island’s world famous culinary foods are one of the highlights tourists will be encouraged to sample when visiting Prince Edward Island this year, said Deputy Premier and Agriculture Minister George Webster as the province unveiled its tourism marketing plan. “This year’s marketing… |
| Province Issues Second Round of Road Construction Tenders
Highway expansion and improvement were highlighted today as the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal issued its second round of highway and bridge tenders for the upcoming construction season. Eight projects were announced with an approximate value of $13 million. “The province,… |
| Minister Applauds Adult Learners
In recognition of International Adult Learners’ Week, Hon. Allan Campbell, minister responsible for post-secondary education, acknowledged the accomplishments of the many Islanders who have enrolled in adult learning programs across the province. “Every year, hundreds of adult learners return to… |
| Cinematography Tour
During French Celebrations Week, March 5 to March 21, the Société Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin and PEI Public Library Service are pleased to partner in presenting a cinematography tour, with the help of the National Film Board. During the two weeks of celebrations, various films for all ages will be… |
| License Suspended For Baba’s Lounge
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the lounge operation known as “Babas Lounge,” license number LL-92-0018, located at 81 University Avenue, Charlottetown, for the following period of time, that is: for a three (3) consecutive day period – commencing 12 noon, Sunday,… |
| Health and Wellness Minister Presents Paramedic Bursary Awards
Hon. Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Health and Wellness, recently announced that Grant Hardy, Gerry Fougere, Kenneth Ramsay, and Kelly Williams, are the recipients of Government’s paramedic bursary program. Each of these four paramedics, enrolled in the Advanced Care Paramedic program at Holland… |
| Recognition of International Women’s Day
March 8 is International Women’s Day. Hon. Janice Sherry, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, encourages all Islanders to join her in taking a moment to acknowledge this significant day. In 1977, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution calling on member states to… |
| Marketing Council Releases Election Results
Murray Myles, Returning Officer for the Prince Edward Island Cattle Producers, the Dairy Farmers of Prince Edward Island and the Egg Producers of Prince Edward Island, is pleased to report the following recent appointments and election results. Ronnie MacWilliams, West Cape, was re-elected by… |
| Minister Congratulates ECMA Participants
Congratulations to all involved with Prince Edward Island’s successful participation in the East Coast Music Awards this past weekend in Sydney, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Vessey. “There is big talent on this small Island,” said Minister Vessey. “… |
| Farmers Helping Farmers Recognizes Volunteers
Farmers Helping Farmers is requesting nominations for three volunteer awards. The awards recognize the contributions of the organization’s volunteers, supporters and members. Sandra MacKinnon, Awards Committee chair, says that the success of any organization is dependent upon the commitment of its… |
| Minister Provides Progress Update on Kindergarten Transition
Several milestones have been reached in the process to bring kindergarten into Island schools by September 2010, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “This is the largest educational initiative in the modern history of our province and I am pleased to advise… |
| Major Holland College Expansion Planned for West Prince
Educational opportunities for residents of West Prince will be significantly improved as a result of a Holland College expansion into the region, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “This new investment in West Prince will help to stimulate the area’s economy for the long term – and offer significant new… |
| Prince County Hospital Improves Access to Echocardiogram Service
Prince County Hospital (PCH) has expanded their echocardiogram services in order to meet the needs of Islanders in the region, says Minister of Health and Wellness Carolyn Bertram. “Working as an integrated health system and sharing resources has not only provided improved access to echocardiogram… |
| New Multi-Patient Ambulance Now Operating in Prince Edward Island
Hon. Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Health and Wellness, today announced that Island Emergency Medical Services (Island EMS) has purchased a new Multi-Patient Transport Unit. The Government of Prince Edward Island provided the necessary funding to purchase the specially designed ambulance. “Our… |