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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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| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, September 1, 2009: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 1.6 cents per litre (cpl); • There will be no change to furnace or stove oil prices;• Other than minor tax… |
| Minister Requests Immediate Testing of Shellfish Harvesting Areas
Prince Edward Island Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair has requested an immediate testing of water quality to determine if shellfish harvesting can be resumed. The ban on shellfish harvesting throughout most of the Maritimes was put in place on Monday by the federal… |
| Province Invests in New Resources to Enhance Learning in 2009-2010
Students will benefit from many innovative new resources when they return to school and early learning programs next week, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Gerard Greenan. “We offer over 400 courses in our schools and we are making major investments this year to ensure that… |
| Fire Marshal's Office Reminds Islanders of Potential Dangers When Filling Portable Gasoline Containers
The Provincial Fire Marshal reminds Islanders that precautions should be taken to avoid a possible fire or explosion when filling portable gasoline containers (jerry cans). “A static charge can be created under certain circumstances when using portable gasoline containers, and this spark can… |
| Charlottetown, PEI to Play Host to 2009 World Sledge Hockey Challenge
Hockey Canada announced on Wednesday that Charlottetown, P.E.I. has been named the host city of the 2009 World Sledge Hockey Challenge, which will take place from November 17-21. It is the second consecutive year that the P.E.I. capital has hosted the event. Canada is the two-time defending… |
| Department of Health Continues Surveillance for H1N1 Flu Virus
The Department of Health continues to take effective and essential measures to monitor the spread of the H1N1 virus, said Dr. Heather Morrison, Chief Health Officer for the Department of Health at a media briefing today. “We continue to focus on surveillance, prevention and preparing to care for… |
| New Public Internship Program Announced
To assist Prince Edward Island graduates get the work experience they need to secure full-time jobs, Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning, announced the creation of a new Public Internship Program for recent graduates of post-secondary education programs. “Providing career… |
| A Combination of Factors Help Boost July Tourism Numbers
July was a productive tourism month says Minister of Tourism Valerie E. Docherty. “The July numbers are reason for cautious optimism,” Minister Docherty said. “Even amid a global economic downturn, the tourism industry is performing very well.”In July, there was a 2.8% increase in overnight stays… |
| Atlantic Canadian Lobster on National Stage
The P.E.I. Seafood Processors Association, on behalf of the Atlantic Canada’s Lobster Industry, has partnered with the federal government through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and the four Atlantic Provinces to promote Atlantic Canadian lobster on the national stage. Local media and… |
| Province Completes Registration of Private Wastewater Treatment Systems
Provincial officials have registered all of the known private waste water facilities on Prince Edward Island, says Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown. This week, the department’s Water Management division confirmed that the last of the 28 private wastewater facilities had met… |
| Roadside Littering Down Sharply in 2009 Survey
A new roadside litter survey shows that Islanders have reduced littering by almost two-thirds since 2005, Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Richard Brown said today. The survey was carried out for the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry in Spring 2009 by the Southeast… |
| Island Ministers Take Part in National Education and Training Meetings
Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Gerard Greenan and Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell participated in meetings of the Council of Ministers of Education (CMEC) this week in Calgary. CMEC is composed of education ministers from the provinces and territories… |
| Island Ministers Take Part in National Education and Training Meetings
Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Gerard Greenan and Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allan Campbell participated in meetings of the Council of Ministers of Education (CMEC) this week in Calgary. CMEC is composed of education ministers from the provinces and territories… |
| Minister Announces Shellfish Conference Details
Prince Edward Island Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Neil LeClair today announced details of the 12th International Conference on Shellfish Restoration which is being held in the province from September 16 to 18. The conference is being hosted by the Prince Edward Island… |
| Atlantic Canada’s Ministers Lead Successful Eat Atlantic Challenge
~ Over 4,300 Atlantic Canadians Take up Challenge to Eat Only Atlantic Foods for One Day ~Prince Edward Island earned the title of having the largest number of Atlantic food supporters in the recent Eat Atlantic Challenge. The province consistently held top spot on the provincial leaderboard… |
| New Member Appointed to Advisory Council on the Status of Women
Marcia Enman of Wellington, Prince Edward Island is a great addition to the Advisory Council says Minister Responsible for the Status of Women Valerie E. Docherty. “I am pleased to welcome Marcia to her role as a member of the Advisory Council on the Status of Women,” said Minister Docherty. “… |
| New e-Health Company in Prince Edward Island
A new company focused on providing remote patient monitoring solutions is opening a service centre in Prince Edward Island, said Premier Robert Ghiz. “The Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to welcome MDDx Corporation to the Island business community,” Ghiz said. “This innovative company… |
| Gingerwood Farm Hosts First Inspection of Royal Dutch Sporthorses
Gingerwood Farm is pleased to host the first-ever keuring (inspection) of Royal Dutch Sporthorses on Prince Edward Island on Monday, September 21 starting at 1 p.m. “Breeding top quality horses is the first step in producing horses that can successfully compete at the international level in both… |
| Detour Saturday on a portion of the Charlottetown Perimeter Highway
On Saturday, September 12, a section of the Charlottetown Perimeter Highway (CPH) between Mount Edward Road and Route 2 West, the Malpeque Road will be closed to west- bound traffic. The partial closure is necessary to allow for the replacement of a large cross culvert as crews continue work to… |
| Provincial Government Employees Launch 2009 United Way Fundraising Campaign
Premier Robert Ghiz joined provincial government employees for a celebratory barbecue Thursday as workers launched the 2009 Provincial Government Employees United Way campaign. The Premier and David Dunphy, President of the United Way for Prince Edward Island, raised the United Way flag over the… |