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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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| Successful candidate selected for Provincial Policing Review
Perivale and Taylor Consulting has won the bid to conduct a comprehensive consultation and review of policing services on Prince Edward Island.“I am pleased that a successful candidate has been selected and work can begin on this important review,” Premier and Justice and Public Safety Minister… |
| Province responds to abortion challenge
The Prince Edward Island government announced today that it will not oppose a constitutional challenge to provincial policies regarding access to in-province abortion services. “Based on legal advice that current policies regarding access to in-province abortion services would likely be in… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, April 1, 2016: • Gasoline prices will increase by 6.0 cents per litre (cpl); • There will be no change in furnace, stove oil or diesel prices; and• Propane prices will… |
| Province’s Slemon Park acquisition will boost aerospace sector
The purchase of all outstanding shares of the Slemon Park Corporation will help the province grow its aerospace industry and attract more companies to Prince Edward Island, Economic Development and Tourism Minister Heath MacDonald says. “Aerospace is a major employer, exporter, and contributor to… |
| PEI Burger Love returns with 73 restaurants!
Once again, PEI Burger Love returns beefier than ever. For the 6th annual event, there’s a record 73 restaurants vying to be crowned Prince Edward Island’s ‘Most Loved Burger’. This is up from the 60 restaurants that participated in 2015. PEI Burger Love is a multi-award winning campaign that… |
| Dr. Kim Critchley named Deputy Minister of Health and Wellness
Premier Wade MacLauchlan advised today that Dr. Kim Critchley has been named Deputy Minister of Health and Wellness. A former UPEI Dean of Nursing, Dr. Critchley is currently the Dean and Chief Executive Officer of the University of Calgary – Qatar. She will replace Dr. Michael Mayne who begins a… |
| The Premier invites Islanders to celebrate Les Rendez-vous de la Francophonie 2016
The provincial French celebrations (Les Rendez-vous de la Francophonie) invite us to explore the different aspects of the Francophonie and to enhance our understanding of Francophone cultures, says Premier Wade MacLauchlan, Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs. “By participating… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, March 1, 2016: • Gasoline prices will increase by 1.0 cent per litre (cpl); • There will be no change in furnace, stove oil or diesel prices; and• Propane prices will… |
| Minister and PEI delegates participate in National Roundtable on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
The government of Prince Edward Island is committed to coordinated action to prevent and address violence against Indigenous women and girls says Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women.The Minister joined Inuit, Metis, and First… |
| Minister and PEI delegates participate in National Roundtable on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
The government of Prince Edward Island is committed to coordinated action to prevent and address violence against Indigenous women and girls says Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women.The Minister joined Inuit, Metis, and First… |
| All the Power to Them!
Adhering to seafood processing regulations is not always easy, but it is a top priority. Thanks in part to government support, the Municipality of Lot 11 and Area will be able to extend ‘three-phase power’ to five seafood processors in the areas of Conway, Milligan’s Wharf and East Bideford.Bobby… |
| Family medicine residency program brings many new doctors to the province
Prince Edward Island’s Family Medicine Residency program is proving to be a popular training opportunity and a successful way to recruit new doctors to the province, says Minister of Health and Wellness Robert Henderson. “Since 2009 we have had 25 medical students complete their two-year residency… |
| Training to increase safety skills within the fishing industry
Training workers involved in the fishery will assist them in increasing their skills and improving safety in the fishing industry on Prince Edward Island, says Minister Richard Brown, Workforce and Advanced Learning.“Our Government’s investment in training contributes to skills enhancement to… |
| Family medicine residency program brings many new doctors to the province
Prince Edward Island’s Family Medicine Residency program is proving to be a popular training opportunity and a successful way to recruit new doctors to the province, says Minister of Health and Wellness Robert Henderson. “Since 2009 we have had 25 medical students complete their two-year residency… |
| Stay and Play Longer in Stanley Bridge!
Warm weather and summertime picturesque views of Prince Edward Island waterfronts may still be months away, but strategic tourism developments are well underway in Stanley Bridge.The Honourable Wayne Easter, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of… |
| Stay and Play Longer in Stanley Bridge!
Warm weather and summertime picturesque views of Prince Edward Island waterfronts may still be months away, but strategic tourism developments are well underway in Stanley Bridge.The Honourable Wayne Easter, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of… |
| Canada-P.E.I. Partnership Bolsters Opportunities for Youth Internships in the Province
The government is making Canada a more digital nation by providing Prince Edward Island youth with the tools and skills they need to embrace the opportunities of the digital age. Today, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, Sean Casey,… |
| Atlantic Canada Ready to Reel in Seafood Sales in the US
It is no secret that the United States of America is a crucial market for Atlantic Canada’s seafood exporters. Last year, the U.S. imported more than $2.78 billion in seafood products from Atlantic Canada, an increase of $594 million over the previous year. That is why a delegation of 27 Atlantic… |
| Islanders encouraged to get screened for colorectal cancer during national awareness month
Islanders are encouraged to talk about colorectal cancer and the importance of early detection during colorectal cancer awareness month this March, says Minister of Health and Wellness Robert Henderson. “I encourage Islanders to reduce their risk of colorectal cancer by accessing our excellent… |
| Islanders encouraged to get screened for colorectal cancer during national awareness month
Islanders are encouraged to talk about colorectal cancer and the importance of early detection during colorectal cancer awareness month this March, says Minister of Health and Wellness Robert Henderson. “I encourage Islanders to reduce their risk of colorectal cancer by accessing our excellent… |