News Archives
Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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| Food Technology Centre to present Listeria Workshops
The Prince Edward Island Food Technology Centre is presenting a series of industry training workshops aimed at preventing the occurrence of Listeria in food products. The workshops, scheduled for September 23 and October 2, will help food processing facilities establish and implement effective… |
| Food Technology Centre to present Listeria Workshops
The Prince Edward Island Food Technology Centre is presenting a series of industry training workshops aimed at preventing the occurrence of Listeria in food products. The workshops, scheduled for September 23 and October 2, will help food processing facilities establish and implement effective… |
| Island East 2008 Cycling Event Planned for Thanksgiving Weekend
The Organizing Committee of Island Trails is pleased to announce the second annual three-day “Island East Cycling Event” during the 2008 Thanksgiving Weekend, October 11 to 13, 2008. This scenic and recreational event is open to participants of all ages and will take place on the Prince Edward… |
| Minister Presents Shellfish Recognition Awards
Four leading members of the shellfish industry were recognized for their contributions to the growth and development of the industry on Friday during the Prince Edward Island International Shellfish Festival. Blair and Evelyn Smith of Fairview and B.J. Mussel Farms of Kensington were presented with… |
| Civic Address Number Signs Are Essential for Emergency Service Delivery
The PEI Office of Public Safety is reminding Islanders that recognizable and properly displayed civic address number signs are necessary for emergency responders to identify a location where assistance is urgently required. “A number of emergency responders have expressed concerns with the absence… |
| Government Recognizes Role of Trappers
The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry issued a statement today recognizing the outstanding efforts of a P.E.I. trapper to control problem coyotes on Prince Edward Island. Despite taking precautions, this summer a sheep farmer in eastern P.E.I. lost a large number of animals to local… |
| Provincial and Territorial Ministers Responsible for the Francophonie Hold Annual Meeting
The Ministerial Conference on the Canadian Francophonie (MCCF) held its annual meeting recently in the city of Québec. Ministers discussed ways to continue enhancing intergovernmental cooperation and the vitality of Acadian and Francophone communities across the country. During the past year, Hon… |
| Island Olympian Helps PEI Teams Prepare for Canada Games
Island Olympian and former Canada Games double gold medal winner Jared Connaughton will take some time this weekend to share his training and competition experiences with Team PEI athletes and coaches currently preparing for the 2009 Games. The event is supported by the 2009 Best Ever Program,… |
| “Made in PEI” Organic Cheese Coming Soon
A “made in PEI” organic cheese will soon be making an appearance in the dairy section. Right now, virtually all of the organic dairy products sold in the province come from Ontario. The local Organic Dairy Club has been working with both Amalgamated Dairies Limited and Purity Dairy for close to two… |
| Three PEI Golf Courses Make Canada's Top 100 List
The 2008 SCOREGolf awards, noting Canada’s Top 100 golf courses, ranked The Links at Crowbush Cove at number eight, Dundarave Golf Course at number 35 and Brudenell River Golf Course at 100. SCOREGolf is now the largest circulation golf publication in Canada. The SCOREGolf Top 100 is compiled… |
| Aerospace Company to Expand in PEI
A leading aerospace company in Prince Edward Island is poised for more growth. Honeywell is adding 12 new positions at its facility at Slemon Park, PEI. Richard Brown, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning, welcomed news of the expansion and said aerospace is one of the key sectors in the… |
| Report Outlines Steps for Sustainable Recreational Fishery
Recommendations for the long-term sustainability of Prince Edward island’s freshwater fishery were made public today with the release of a report prepared by the P.E.I. Recreational Fisheries Advisory Committee. The report, “Fostering a Quality and Sustainable Angling Experience in Prince Edward… |
| Attorney General Proclaims Right to Know Week
In recognition of International Right to Know Day, September 28, and planned local activities, Attorney General Gerard Greenan has proclaimed September 28 - October 4, 2008 as Right to Know Week in Prince Edward Island. “Islanders expect their provincial government to operate in a manner that is… |
| PEI Museum & Heritage Foundation Seeks Public Input
The PEI Museum & Heritage Foundation is looking for public input into two projects of historical significance to Prince Edward Island. "CN Pensioners: Stories of the PEI Railway" The Prince Edward Island CN Pensioners, in partnership with Service Canada and the Government of Prince Edward… |
| Office of Public Safety Reminds Islanders to Heed Weather Warnings
The Office of Public Safety is advising Islanders to listen to weather predictions and be prepared for the possibility of heavy rains and high winds this weekend and into Monday. “Monday is the anniversary of Hurricane Juan, which caused substantial damage in Prince Edward Island in 2003,” said… |
| Minister Sheridan Unveils Province’s First Responsible Gaming Strategy
Provincial Treasurer Wes Sheridan unveiled the Island’s first responsible gaming strategy today. Leadership, Integrity and Responsibility: A Gaming Strategy for Prince Edward Island clearly outlines the future direction for gaming in Prince Edward Island through measures that include a sharp… |
| Office of Public Safety Advises Islanders to Brace for Tropical Storm Kyle
The PEI Office of Public Safety is advising Islanders that the track of Hurricane Kyle has shifted somewhat to the east and this may bring its path closer to Prince Edward Island.At this time, there has been no tropical storm watch or warning for the province but tropical storm warnings issued for… |
| New Model of Care Implemented at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital
A new model of care is being introduced at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital that will provide parents with an opportunity to spend more time with their newborns. The Departments of Obstetrics and Pediatrics will begin the Mother-Baby model of care on September 29. This method of care combines the… |
| Minister Brown Urges Islanders to Participate in 2008 Studio Tour
Island artists and artisans will open their studios this week allowing visitors to see them at work during the 10th annual PEI Studio Tour. Richard Brown, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning, said the six-day event, September 30 to October 3, is a great opportunity to showcase the talents… |
| Human Rights Commission Announces Award
The Prince Edward Island Human Rights Commission is pleased to announce the first annual Award for the Advancement of Human Rights on PEI. The Commission has created this award in order to recognize individuals, groups or organizations that have made significant contributions toward the advancement… |