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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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| Department of Tourism and Culture Pleased with the Outcome of Golf Channel Investment
A partnership allowed Prince Edward Island (PEI) to capture the attention of millions of international viewers of the popular US network and introduce them to PEI says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Vessey. “As a result of our Golf Channel investment, PEI received close to $12 million worth… |
| Team PEI Now Accepting Applications for Mission Staff
Team PEI is currently seeking interested people to serve on the Mission Staff for the 2011 Canada Winter Games. Islanders working in these twelve-month volunteer positions will support Prince Edward Island teams and athletes before and during the 2011 Canada Winter Games. The 2011 Games will be… |
| Rural Action Plan Benefits Prince County Communities
Premier Robert Ghiz said today that four new projects have been approved in western Prince Edward Island as part of the Rural Action Plan. He visited projects in Tignish, O’Leary and Linkletter which are being undertaken in a partnership between the communities and the provincial government. “… |
| Rural Action Plan Benefits Prince County Communities
Premier Robert Ghiz said today that four new projects have been approved in western Prince Edward Island as part of the Rural Action Plan. He visited projects in Tignish, O’Leary and Linkletter which are being undertaken in a partnership between the communities and the provincial government. “… |
| Islanders Celebrate Teacher and School Staff Appreciation Week
Islanders are encouraged to thank teachers and school staff for a job well done during Teacher and School Staff Appreciation Week February 14 to 20, 2010, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Doug Currie. “We are lucky to have so many professional and caring teachers in PEI who… |
| Government Receives Commissioner’s Report on Land and Local Governance
The Honourable Premier Robert Ghiz is pleased to announced that Judge Ralph C. Thompson, appointed Commissioner on Land and Local Governance, has submitted his report to Government. Government will be reviewing the report, with the public release and initial government response to take place in the… |
| License Suspended for Sportsman’s Club
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the club liquor license, license number CL640042, for the premises known as “Sportsman’s Club” located at 75 University Avenue, Charlottetown, for the following period of time, that is: for a period of three (3) days for violation of… |
| Office of Public Safety Issues Summary of Damages Following Storm Surge
The Prince Edward Island Office of Public Safety has received reports from various municipalities throughout the province that last night’s storm surge resulted in damage to both personal and municipal property. As of 1:30 p.m., Sunday, January 3, 2010, municipalities and fire departments have… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, January 1, 2010: • Gasoline prices will increase by 5.0 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 3.5 cpl; • Diesel prices will increase by 4.3… |
| Island Youth Encouraged to Create Their Own Video Heritage Commercial
Wanted: eager, young, video producers. Building on the success of its “This Place Matters” campaign to raise heritage awareness of Prince Edward Island heritage places, the Department of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour has engaged the Island Media Arts Coop (IMAC) to run a heritage contest… |
| Youth Addictions Day Treatment Program Officially Underway
The Provincial Youth Addictions Day Treatment Program is now operating, says Premier Robert Ghiz and Minister of Health Doug Currie. “By launching this program, we are meeting a further commitment to Island youth and families,” Premier Ghiz said. “Unfortunately, the problem of youth addiction and… |
| Ice Fishing Season Open on Island Lakes
The annual winter trout season officially opened New Year’s Day but winter anglers are advised to use extra caution because of this year’s unusually mild temperatures. The winter trout fishing season runs from January 1 to March 31, 2010 in two lakes, Glenfinnan Lake and O’Keefe’s Lake. Glenfinnan… |
| Report Released on the Commission on Land and Local Governance
The Honourable Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour, has released the Commissioner’s Report on Land and Local Governance and advised that Government has endorsed the general direction of the report. Recommendations that require extended action or consultation will… |
| 2010 Public Service Calendar Launched Honouring Diversity in the Public Service
Representatives from the PEI Public Service Commission and the Diversity Advisory Committee recently presented the Diversity Works 2010 calendar to Premier Robert Ghiz in Charlottetown. The calendar is produced annually as a way of recognizing and celebrating diversity in the public service. This… |
| PEI Set to Capture International Attention at Canada’s Games in February
Prince Edward Island (PEI) is excited to join the rest of the world to showcase Canada’s smallest province on an international stage at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “This is the first time in over two decades that PEI has been able to capitalize on the Olympic opportunity… |
| PEI Set to Capture International Attention at Canada’s Games in February
Prince Edward Island (PEI) is excited to join the rest of the world to showcase Canada’s smallest province on an international stage at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “This is the first time in over two decades that PEI has been able to capitalize on the Olympic opportunity… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island Help Alleviate Homelessness
The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are helping those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless build a stronger future for themselves. The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley,… |
| Ministers Tour Bio-energy Projects
A recent ministerial tour of four privately-operated biomass facilities will give government valuable information on the potential and the challenges of using farm and forest products as an energy source, Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown says. The fact-finding tour, which… |
| Parents Are Asked to Register Children Now For Kindergarten and Grade 1
Parents of children who are starting kindergarten or Grade 1 this fall are asked to register their children immediately, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Gerard Greenan. “While many children are already registered, we believe there is a substantial number of children who are… |
| Premier Ghiz Announces Major Renewal of Provincial Cabinet
In keeping with his commitment to renew government on a regular basis, Premier Robert Ghiz announced a series of Cabinet changes today. “I am very fortunate to have a strong team – and this renewal of Cabinet responsibilities will greatly assist government in pursuit of its plan to improve services… |