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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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| Terms of Reference for Land and Local Governance Commission
The Commission on the Land and Local Governance has been asked to inquire into issues surrounding land use and municipal government and to recommend approaches which might be taken in dealing with those issues. The Terms of Reference of the Commission are posted on the Commission’s website at www.… |
| Tourism Road Show Set to Visit Five Locations Across the Island in March
Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Tourism, is pleased to invite the tourism industry to a Tourism Road Show in their region. Tourism PEI staff will be visiting five different locations across Prince Edward Island to speak with industry about the upcoming season and what’s happening at the… |
| New Critical Care and Emergency Nursing Program for Prince Edward Island Nurses
The Department of Health, the PEI Nurses Union and the University of Prince Edward Island School of Nursing are partnering on a collaborative project to bring a new Critical Care and Emergency Nursing Program to Prince Edward Island. The program is part of a new initiative, Research to Action:… |
| Incidents of Vomiting and Diarrhea at Hillsborough Hospital
Hillsborough Hospital is experiencing a number of cases of vomiting and diarrhea in one of the units at the hospital. Six patients on the unit, along with one staff member have experienced diarrhea and or vomiting. “We are awaiting tests results from Halifax to determine if the symptoms presented… |
| As Spring Arrives, Minister Currie Thanks Salvation Army for Keeping Islanders Warm Over the Winter
As winter nears its end, Prince Edward Island’s Minister of Social Services and Seniors is calling the Salvation Army Fuel Program a tremendous success that helped Island families keep warm. The Salvation Army Fuel Program provides emergency assistance to Islanders with lower incomes who need help… |
| Buffer Zone Information Meetings Scheduled
The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry is partnering with local watershed groups to hold information sessions on the new watercourse and wetland protection regulations. Meetings will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. at the following locations; all member of the public are invited to attend:… |
| March is a Time to Celebrate Prince Edward Island’s Social Workers
As social workers across Canada celebrate their profession this month, Social Services and Seniors Minister Doug Currie is recognizing the important role of Prince Edward Island’s more than 200 social workers. Each year, social workers celebrate National Social Work Month in March to recognize… |
| Islanders Encouraged to Mark Earth Hour 2009
The Island community can send a strong message about the impact of climate change by taking part in Earth Hour and turning off the lights for one hour on Saturday night said Richard Brown, Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry. “As Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry I am calling on… |
| Transportation and Public Works Recognizes Environmental Stewardship
Every year, the Department of Transportation and Public Works recognizes an Island contractor and a departmental employee who have demonstrated a strong commitment to protecting the environment while working on maintenance or construction projects. Nominations are put forward by Environmental… |
| Minister Doug Currie Exploring All Options to Assist Idle Wheels Community
The Minister of Social Services and Seniors, Doug Currie, is exploring all options to assist residents of the Idle Wheels community who face the possibility of being shortly evicted from the site, and he is committed to working toward finding a solution for those families. Minister Currie has… |
| Wood-pellet heat system on-line at École Évangéline
A biomass heating system demonstation project at École Évangéline in Abram-Village is now operating, announced the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry and la Commission scolaire de langue française. The school will now be using a pellet-fuel furnace as its primary heat source, with an… |
| Premier Robert Ghiz Congratulates PEI Junior Men's Curling Team
Premier Robert Ghiz today congratulated skip Brett Gallant, lead Jamie Danbrook, second Anson Carmody and third Adam Casey on their win at the Canadian Junior Men's Curling Championships, held in Salmon Arm, British Columbia. In addition to winning the championship, all four members of the PEI team… |
| House Fire Ruled Accidental
A house fire in Cornwall has been ruled accidental by the Provincial Fire Marshal`s Office. The Fire Marshal`s Office was called to investigate a house fire at 13 Lacadry Drive on Friday February 6, 2009. There were no injuries. A woman, her two infant daughters and a friend escaped the residence… |
| Atlantic Premiers’ Mission to Alberta
The Council of Atlantic Premiers met today with Alberta business and community leaders at a luncheon hosted by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. Premier Robert Ghiz of Prince Edward Island, Premier Shawn Graham of New Brunswick, Cecil Clarke, Attorney General and Minister of Justice of Nova Scotia,… |
| Minister Bertram Welcomes Home Canadian Junior Mens Curling Champions
Hon. Carolyn Bertram, Minister of Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour will be joined by cabinet and caucus colleagues to welcome home members of the Brett Gallant rink, who will be arriving at the Charlottetown airport at 12:50 p.m. today. The Brett Gallant Rink, which consists of Gallant,… |
| Nominations Open for CCME Pollution Prevention Awards
Richard Brown, Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry is inviting Islanders to submit nominations for the 2009 Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment Pollution Prevention Awards. The awards, which recognize innovation and leadership in pollution prevention, will be awarded in… |
| Make Some Noise - Countdown to the Olympic Games
Carolyn Bertram, Minister Responsible for Sport, is hoping Islanders will join Canadians throughout the country and “make some noise” tomorrow evening to celebrate the one-year countdown to the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games. With only one year to go before Canada hosts the 2010 Winter Games, the… |
| 2009 Island Guide Ready for Distribution
The Honourable Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Tourism is pleased to announce the 2009 Prince Edward Island - Island Guide is now available. This publication, with its rich images and hundreds of detailed listings, is a very popular planning tool for those considering Prince Edward Island as a… |
| Investing in Cultural Spaces that Inspire Performance Excellence
The Confederation Centre of the Arts will continue to enhance its performance facilities to ensure the highest quality environment for both performers and audiences, thanks to the participation of the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island.On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister… |
| Energy and the Environment Student Art Contest Open
Students and teachers from across Prince Edward Island will once again have the chance to share their stories about the importance of energy conservation through the annual Energy and the Environment art contest, Environment, Energy and Forestry Minster Richard Brown announced today. “Every year… |