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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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| 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… |
| Seminar Teaches Seniors how to Protect Themselves from Telephone, Mail and Online Scams
Older adults on Prince Edward Island can learn how to protect themselves against becoming targets of telephone frauds, internet scams, and other forms of financial abuse by attending a free upcoming seminar. Cpl. Jeannette Doucette of the Commercial Crime Unit of the RCMP will lead a seminar on… |
| Minimum Wage Increasing October 1
Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will increase from $7.75 per hour to $8.00 per hour effective October 1, 2008. This increase was announced as part of the Government’s two-stage wage increase strategy in April 2008. The two-stage approach increased wages from $7.50 to $7.75 on May 1 and then… |
| Disaster Assistance Approved For Potato Producers
Potato producers affected by extreme wet weather conditions are eligible to receive up to $12.4 million in disaster assistance cost shared on a 60-40 basis between the federal and provincial governments. The new suite of Business Risk Management programs offered by the federal and provincial… |
| Influenza Vaccine Now Available
Doctor’s offices and family health clinics on Prince Edward Island have received their first shipment of influenza vaccine for this season. As in past years, the Department of Health will provide the vaccine to doctors’ offices and family health clinics free of charge, with a fee to cover the cost… |
| Department Welcomes Thorough Review of Program
The decision by the Auditor General to examine the eight-year-old Provincial Nominee Program is welcome, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Richard Brown. “Government has full confidence in the work of the Auditor General, who has a solid record of helping to improve the delivery of… |
| Experts on Early Childhood Development to Visit PEI
Early childhood development experts, Dr. Fraser Mustard and Hon. Margaret McCain, will be on Prince Edward Island October 6-8 to present their research on the importance of the early years. Dr. Mustard, who began his medical career in cardiology, is a leading authority on early brain development.… |
| Public Invited to Book Award Presentation
Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour Minister Carolyn Bertram is extending an invitation to the public to attend the 2008 PEI Book Award presentation on Wednesday, September 10, at Confederation Centre Public Library in Charlottetown. The 2008 Book Award will honour the best volumes published… |
| Investing Over $3.4 Million into Montague Infrastructure
Residents of the Town of Montague and surrounding area will benefit from a $3.4 million investment in a state-of-the-art wellness centre and improved access to potable water thanks to a shared contribution of the Government of Canada and the Province of Prince Edward Island. The Honourable Carolyn… |
| Air, Motorcoach and Cruise Travel up in the Month of July
Tourism indicators for the month of July were released today and airport activity was up 18%. This is due in part to an increase in Overseas travelers to Prince Edward Island. Room-nights sold to Overseas travelers were up almost 6%. Motorcoach travel is up over 18% year-to-date, while cruise ship… |
| Island Athletes Travel to Beijing for Paralympic Games
Minister responsible for sport, Hon. Carolyn Bertram is inviting Islanders to join her in sending best wishes to Island goalball athletes Contessa Scott and Amy Kneebone as they compete in the 13th Paralympic Summer Games in Beijing, China, September 6-17, 2008. This is the third trip to the… |
| License Suspended for Carr's Oyster Bar
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the lounge operation known as “Carr’s Oyster Bar”, license number LL-00-090, located in Stanley Bridge, for the following period of time, that is:for a three (3) consecutive day period - commencing 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 4,… |
| Minister Launches Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week
The week of September 5-11 has been declared as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week by Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Allan Campbell. It is intended to raise awareness and understanding of the impact and spread of invasive species on Prince Edward Island’s aquaculture… |
| Minister MacKinley Encourages Safe Driving as School Resumes
This week, children all over Prince Edward Island are returning to school after their summer break. And with that, road users need to pay special attention on Island roads especially near schools and on bus routes. “The safety of children on Island roads is of utmost importance for this Department… |
| Minister Advises Islanders to Take Precautions During Hurricane Season
In the wake of record rainfall in August, and a large number of tropical storms and hurricanes developing in the Atlantic Ocean, the Minister responsible for public safety is urging Islanders to listen to weather reports and take storm warnings seriously. Hon. Carolyn Bertram, Minister of… |
| Tyne Valley to Upgrade Wastewater Treatment Facilities
The community of Tyne Valley, with assistance from the Government of Canada and the Province of Prince Edward Island, is expanding its wastewater treatment facilities to meet the needs of current and new residents and businesses. This project involves the construction of a new 1.2 hectare lagoon… |
| Charlottetown to Extend Water and Sewer Systems Along Waterfront
The City of Charlottetown, with assistance from the Government of Canada and the Province of Prince Edward Island, will extend sewer and water services to fully connect properties and businesses along the historic waterfront south of Water Street. The three orders of government will each… |
| Government of Canada and Atlantic Regional Governments Work Together to Deal with Demographic Challenge
The Government of Canada, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and the four Atlantic provinces have agreed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding on working together to attract immigrants while retaining and expanding the region’s labour force. The agreement involves joint investments… |
| Government of Canada and Atlantic Regional Governments Work Together to Deal with Demographic Challenge
The Government of Canada, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and the four Atlantic provinces have agreed to sign a Memorandum of Understanding on working together to attract immigrants while retaining and expanding the region’s labour force. The agreement involves joint investments… |
| Canada’s Government and Prince Edward Island Sign New Training and Skills Development Agreements to Prepare Residents for Jobs of the Future
Prince Edward Island workers will be better prepared to be part of the growing economy, thanks to two new federal-provincial agreements announced today by the Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of Industry, on behalf of the Honourable Monte Solberg, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development… |