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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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| Deadline for Symons Essay Contest Approaching
Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie is reminding Island high school students to submit their entry to the Symons Essay Contest before March 30 so they can be eligible for the generous cash prizes offered by the Symons family. “The Symons Essay Contest is a wonderful… |
| Government Approves Site for New French School in Rustico
Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie announced today that the new École Saint-Augustin will be constructed on the Church Road in Rustico. “This location was recommended by the French Language School Board for several compelling reasons,” said Minister Currie. “French first… |
| Environmental Impact Assessment Guidelines Change to Guide Wind Development
Changes to Prince Edward Island’s Environmental Impact Assessment Guidelines will tighten requirements for wind energy projects, Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown says. Minister Brown announced today that the Environmental Impact Assessment guidelines have been amended to… |
| Government Requests Reconsideration of Electricity Pricing Changes
The Government of Prince Edward Island has asked the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission to reconsider a 2008 order that eliminates block pricing for high-use residential customers. “This afternoon, I have written to IRAC asking them to reconsider their order and to preserve the lower-cost… |
| Heather Moyse Homecoming Celebration
The Province of Prince Edward Island and the City of Summerside are pleased to invite all Islanders to the Heather Moyse Homecoming Celebration! This Friday, March 5, Heather Moyse will be at Credit Union Place in Summerside to celebrate her victory with the hundreds of family, friends and hometown… |
| Department Officially Opens New Headquarters in Montague
The new headquarters of the Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development in Montague was officially opened on Wednesday by Premier Robert Ghiz. He was joined by Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair and Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister… |
| New Parent Kits Make Learning Fun
The Parent Support Network, in conjunction with the Children’s Secretariat, is launching a series of kits for parents of young children. These will be loaned out free of charge across the province, and the distribution is enhanced with the participation of the PEI Public Library Service. The kits,… |
| Islanders Are Being Asked to Help Set Priorities for Children
A public engagement process is now underway to develop a vision and plan for early learning and child care in Prince Edward Island, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “Over the past few months, one of government’s major priorities has been to support the smooth… |
| Island Musicians to Take Part in 2010 Cultural Olympiad
The Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad is a festival of arts and culture celebrating the contemporary imagination of Canada throughout the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Winter Games. “Canada is proud of its cultural diversity,” said Premier Robert Ghiz. “The 2010 Cultural Olympiad is an opportunity to… |
| New Math Assessment Results Now Going Home to Parents
The results of a new Primary Math Assessment show that overall, Island students are doing well in math at the end of the primary grades, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “This new assessment measures mathematical knowledge and skills learned up to the end of… |
| Contractors Train for Work in Environmentally Sensitive Areas
A contractor training session held this week will improve environmental protection by educating workers about the requirements for work around watercourses, wetlands and buffer zones, Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown says. This week staff from the Department of Environment,… |
| Freeze on Residential Property Taxable Assessments Continues for 2010
In keeping with government’s commitment to fair taxation, the taxable assessment on owner-occupied residential property will remain frozen in 2010, says Minister of Finance and Municipal Affairs, the Honourable Wes Sheridan. “The assessment freeze program we introduced in 2007 has saved Island… |
| Geosurf Inc. Opens New Office in Kensington, Prince Edward Island
Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell today welcomed news of recent growth at an information technology company in Kensington, Prince Edward Island. Geosurf Inc. specializes in the design and development of desktop and web based GIS (Geographical Information Systems) software.… |
| Olympic Spirit in Island Schools among Highest in Canada
Prince Edward Island showcased more projects on the Vancouver 2010 website than any other province in Canada except for host province British Columbia says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “Teachers and students are being very creative in the way they are connecting… |
| Canadian Francophonie Day at the Olympics
In recognition of the linguistic duality of both the Olympic Games and Canada, February 13 has been named Canadian Francophonie Day at the Olympics. “The Canadian Francophonie is an integral part of Canada’s culturally rich background,” said Premier Robert Ghiz, Minister responsible for Acadian and… |
| Agriculture Minister Recognized for Contributions to Industry
Prince Edward Island Agriculture Minister George Webster has been recognized by United States state legislators, Canadian provincial agriculture ministers and other elected officials during the recent annual meeting of the Legislative Agriculture Chairs Summit in Orlando, Florida. He was presented… |
| Province Proclaims February 14 to February 20, 2010, as Family Violence Prevention Week in Prince Edward Island
Earlier this week, Premier Robert Ghiz officially proclaimed the week of February 14 to 20, 2010, as Family Violence Prevention Week on Prince Edward Island. “Family Violence knows no boundaries,” said Premier Robert Ghiz. “I urge our entire One Island Community to become educated and aware of… |
| Lobster Industry Gets Boost From Federal and Provincial Governments
The Canadian lobster industry is receiving a federal and provincial investment of $417,000 for the development of a comprehensive marketing strategy that will provide long term solutions and opportunities for the industry’s sustainability and prosperity. The Government of Canada is investing $352,… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Monday, February 15, 2010: • There will be no change in the currently approved prices of gasoline, furnace oil, stove oil, diesel or propane at this time.Accordingly, pump prices… |
| Montague Officially Opens Cavendish Farms Wellness Centre and Montague Rotary Library
Montague is celebrating with a fun-filled family day to mark the completion of the new state-of-the-art sports arena and library complex.The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism) on behalf of Minister Keith Ashfield, Minister of National Revenue, Minister of the… |