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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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| Confusion In Milling Wheat Standards Resolved
Acting Agriculture Minister Wes Sheridan said today that it’s business as usual with respect to milling wheat sales to Dover Mills. He met on Thursday in Halifax with Stan Thomas, vice-president of operations with Dover Mills, to discuss concerns that the requirements for the purchase of milling… |
| The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation Announces a Gift to Acquire the Trueman Pate Lamp Collection
The Department of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour, along with the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation, are pleased to announce the acquisition of the The Trueman Pate Lamp Collection. This new addition to the Provincial Museum Collection is thanks to the generosity of Hyndman & Company… |
| Stimulus Funds to Restore Historic Tignish Post Office
The Honourable Gail Shea, Canada’s Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and Member of Parliament for Egmont, along with the Honourable Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour for Prince Edward Island and Colin Arsenault of the Tignish Initiatives Corporation, today… |
| Governments Boost Wind Energy on Island
Residents of Kensington will benefit from innovative, energy-sufficient wastewater treatment thanks to the purchase of a wind turbine for the local wastewater treatment plant. The Honourable Gail Shea, Canada’s Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and Regional Minister for Prince Edward Island, and the… |
| Minister Bertram Launches a New Aboriginal Student Scholarship at UPEI
The Honourable Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour, and H. Wade MacLauchlan, President of the University of Prince Edward Island, today launched the newly created John J. Sark Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship has been established by the Government of Prince… |
| Global IT Company Expands to Prince Edward Island
The expansion of an international information technology company will create 30 new jobs in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, says Hon. Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “The Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to welcome Millennium Care Inc. to the Island… |
| Provincial Government Introduces New Accelerated Training Program for Early Childhood Educators
The provincial government is introducing a new program that will provide non-certified staff in licensed early childhood centres with their tuition and the opportunity to complete their Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education in one year rather than two, says Education and Early Childhood… |
| Prince Edward Island Approves National Vaccine Sequencing
Islanders can be assured in knowing the province will have enough vaccine for all those who need and want it, said Health Minister Doug Currie in a media briefing today to announce details around the delivery of the H1N1 vaccine. Last week, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. David Butler… |
| Public Input Sought On Rural Development Strategy
Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair is encouraging all interested citizens to forward their views on the proposed rural development strategy by September 30. Earlier this summer, the department posted a questionnaire on its website, and copies are also available at… |
| TD Bank Financial Group to Purchase Renewable Energy Credits from East Point Wind Farm
A purchase agreement between the Prince Edward Island Energy Corporation and TD Bank Financial Group marks the beginning of a potentially lucrative market for renewable energy credits tied to the Island’s wind power system, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. Minister… |
| Minister Campbell Introduces Third Edition of the Career Profile Handbook
An updated version of the Career Profile Handbook is helping people learn more about the rewarding career opportunities available in Prince Edward Island, says Hon. Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “The latest edition of the Career Profile Handbook contains an abundance… |
| Island East Annual Cycling Event Set for October 2-4
A three-day cycling event along the scenic Prince Edward Island Confederation Trail encourages participants of all ages to get out and enjoy the vibrant fall colours, says Minister of Tourism Valerie E. Docherty. “Tourism PEI is once again proud to support Island Trails and the Island East Cycling… |
| Department Responds To Milling Wheat Concerns
Agreement was reached on a range of measures during a meeting on Tuesday to clear up miscommunications about milling wheat standards. The meeting was attended by representatives of the Department of Agriculture, the Grain Elevators Corporation and wheat producers. “I am pleased that this issue has… |
| Oak Drive Overpass Closes to Traffic September 28
On Monday, September 28, the Department of Transportation and Public Works will close the Oak Drive Overpass to traffic as work begins to remove the overpass as part of the Charlottetown Perimeter Highway expansion project. “This closure is necessary to allow the overpass to be rebuilt to… |
| Discover Prince Edward Island Studios: Save the PST September 25 - 27, 2009
Prince Edward Island’s craft and giftware industry will be promoted this weekend during the annual studio tour, Discover Prince Edward Island Studios, said Hon. Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “The Government of Prince Edward Island is proud to partner with Island… |
| Detour Saturday on a portion of the Charlottetown Perimeter Highway
On Saturday, September 26, a section of the Charlottetown Perimeter Highway (CPH) between Mount Edward Road and Route 2 West, the Malpeque Road, will be closed to all traffic. The closure is necessary so crews can proceed with necessary work to the roadway as part of the CPH expansion. A detour… |
| Rackham's Pond Project Announced at Wheatley River Festival
Hon. Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour and Hon. Richard Brown, Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry recently announced government’s support for the restoration of Rackham’s Pond next to Wheatley River Community Hall. Announced during the Wheatley River… |
| New Site for Maplewood Manor in Alberton Announced
The development of the new Maplewood Manor in Alberton has taken a major step forward, Premier Robert Ghiz and Health Minister Doug Currie announced today. “Manor replacement is one of the key components of government’s recently announced Healthy Aging Strategy,” said Premier Ghiz. “The province… |
| Rackham’s Pond Project Announced at Wheatley River Festival
Hon. Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour and Hon. Richard Brown, Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry recently announced government’s support for the restoration of Rackham’s Pond next to Wheatley River Community Hall. Announced during the Wheatley River… |
| Island Photo Wins Popular 2010 Travel Calendar Cover
Les Dickason’s Prince Edward Island tulip field photo has won the British Columbia Automobile Association’s (BCAA) calendar cover for 2010, says Minister of Tourism Valerie E. Docherty. “To have Prince Edward Island appear on the front cover of the 2010 BCAA’s travel calender is great news,” said… |