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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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| Health Governance Advisory Council Releases Report
The province has released the Health Governance Advisory Council Report and introduced legislation to create an arms length governing body to be called Health PEI. The Council was asked to make recommendations regarding the governance of the health care system in response to the observations made… |
| New Fire Hall Opens in New London
The New London Rural Community Fire Company is hosting an open house to celebrate the official opening of its new Fire Hall. The 8,680 square foot facility will enable the Fire Company to meet the long-term needs of the community and provide more reliable services. The new fire hall will be open to… |
| Annual Tourism Plan Unveiled at TIAPEI AGM
Tourism PEI (TPEI) and the Tourism Advisory Council (TAC) are pleased to launch the 2010 Plan to the Prince Edward Island tourism industry today, says Minister of Tourism Valerie E. Docherty. “The Annual Tourism Plan was created jointly with TAC,” said Minister Docherty. “Research has continually… |
| Helmet Use at Brookvale Remains Voluntary for Most Visitors
Helmet use will remain voluntary at Brookvale Provincial Park as there continues to be no available Canadian Standards Association (CSA) approved helmet(s) on the market, says Minister of Tourism Valerie E. Docherty. “The mandatory use of helmets at Canadian ski hills has been a growing topic of… |
| Continuing the Stimulus Capital Budget
The 2009 Capital Budget is a continuation of government’s plan to stimulate the Island economy – while simultaneously addressing the province’s infrastructure needs, says Provincial Treasurer Wes Sheridan. One Island - Working Together, the Capital Estimates 2010 - 2011, was released today. The… |
| Phyterra Yeast Inc. Expands to a New Facility with Support From Federal and Provincial Governments
Charlottetown-based company, Phyterra Yeast Inc., is expanding to a new facility in Summerville and developing its own production capacity, thanks to a combined investment of more than $4.9 million from the federal and provincial governments and the private sector.The Honourable Keith Ashfield,… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, December 1, 2009: • There will be no change in gasoline, diesel, furnace oil or stove oil prices; and • Propane prices will increase by 4.8 cpl for Superior Propane,… |
| Progress on Integrated Health Care Services at Community Hospital O’Leary and West Prince Area Continues
The Department of Health continues to see improvements to services at Community Hospital O’Leary (CHO) says Health Minister Doug Currie. “I want to ensure the residents of O’Leary and West Prince area that government is committed to providing safe, quality, sustainable health care services to the… |
| Lawn Care Pesticide Restrictions Announced
Legislative amendments introduced today, by Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown, will restrict the use and sale of many domestic class lawn care pesticides. The Pesticides Control (Restriction of Lawn-care Products) Amendment Act will ban the sale and use of domestic class… |
| Province Celebrates National Safe Driving Week
Island drivers know that with winter on the way certain adjustments must be made in order to be safe on the province’s highways. That’s why this week the Provincial Department of Transportation and Public Works will remind Islanders to drive safely and follow the rules of the road during National… |
| Fire Marshal's Office Warns of Dangers Posed by Overheating Computer and Cell Phone Chargers
The Provincial Fire Marshal’s Office is warning Islanders that some power adapters and chargers may overheat and catch fire. The Souris Fire Department received a 911 call at 0638 hours Tuesday December 1, 2009 and responded to a structure fire in a family dwelling in Souris River. “The Fire… |
| Adapted Playground Climber Officially Opens
Bush Dumville, MLA for West Royalty-Springvale, represented the Minster of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour, Hon. Carolyn Bertram, to officially open the new Adapted Playground Climber at West Royalty Elementary on Thursday, November 5, to the enthusiastic applause of students, parents and… |
| Prestigious Magazine Selects Island Business as One of Canada’s Best New Restaurants
The Ship to Shore Restaurant and Lounge in Darnley, Prince Edward Island has recently been selected by enRoute Magazine as one of Canada’s Best Top 10 new restaurants says Minister of Tourism Valerie E. Docherty. “I am so pleased for co-owners Stephen Stewart and John Bil, along with their staff,… |
| Nova Scotia Teens Enjoy Island Hunting Expedition
Two brothers from Nova Scotia enjoyed several days of goose hunting on Prince Edward Island this week, thanks to the Atlantic Province Youth Hunting and Fishing Exchange Program, Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown said today. Chris Gillis of New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, was this… |
| Minister Announces Funding for the Alberton Fire Department
The Honourable Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour, recently joined local MLA Pat Murphy and Member of the Alberton Fire Department to announce almost $17,835 in funding under the Island Community Fund for new equipment for the Fire Department. “The purchasing of… |
| Prince Edward Island Potatoes Win At Royal Winter Fair
Prince Edward Island is once again at the top of the potato world at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto. Alex Docherty of Cornwall took the grand champion and reserve grand champion titles in the very competitive seed stock division. His winning entry was a sample of Foundation Marcy… |
| Borden-Carleton Benefits from the Island Community Fund
Renovations and improvements to local recreational facilities in Borden-Carleton are underway, thanks in part to a provincial investment of $21,000 under the Island Community Fund. Honourable Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour, along with the Honourable George… |
| Public Invited to Comment on Proposed Regulations for the <i>Payday Loans Act</i>
The Office of the Attorney General has just released a consultation paper inviting the public to comment on proposed regulations for the Payday Loans Act. The Payday Loans Act received Royal Assent on May 15, 2009. However, it has not yet been proclaimed pending development of regulations… |
| IWMC Makes Rate Adjustment Application to IRAC
The Island Waste Management Corporation (IWMC) has made a rate adjustment application to the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission (IRAC). “Waste Watch is an excellent program that greatly reduces the amount of waste in Island landfills,” says IWMC CEO Gerry Moore. “The rates Islanders pay to… |
| School Trustee By-Election -- Eastern School District Zone 1
The following three candidates were officially nominated on Friday, November 6, for the School Trustee position for Zone No. 1 in the Eastern School District:Chris Blaisdell, FortuneBrian Deveau, Souris Peter Llewellyn, Georgetown The school trustee by-election will be held on Monday, November… |