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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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| Maritime Universities Accessible to Region's Rural Residents
Rural residents have good access to universities and enjoy the same success rates as their urban counterparts, a study released today, June 25, 2008, by the Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission (MPHEC) has found.The study, Outcomes of Rural and Urban Maritime University Graduates,… |
| Conservation Officers to Safeguard Confederation Trail
The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry has hired two seasonal conservation officers to promote safety and enforcement of the law on Prince Edward Island’s Confederation Trail, beaches, wetlands and other sensitive areas. The two positions were created following a well-received pilot… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective June 27, 2008:• Gasoline prices will decrease by 3.3 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace oil and stove oil prices will decrease by 4.0 cpl; • Diesel prices will decrease by 5.0 cpl; and… |
| Anne of Green Gables Passport Explores Many of Montgomery’s Island Treasures
Valerie Docherty, Minister of Tourism, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Anne of Green Gables Passport as part of the 100th Anniversary celebration this year. The Passport welcomes visitors to explore the beauty of the Island and the locations that were an important source of literary… |
| PEI Tax Commissioner Receives Prestigious Award
Mr. James Ramsay, Tax Commissioner for Prince Edward Island, was recently awarded the title of Honorary Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI, Hon) during the Institute’s 70th annual general meeting and conference held in St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador. The Appraisal Institute of… |
| Attorney General Hosts Atlantic Ministers Responsible for Justice
At their second annual meeting, hosted by Attorney General Gerard Greenan in Summerside on June 27, 2008, Atlantic Ministers Responsible for Justice discussed updates on priority issues identified at last year’s meeting, potential cooperative efforts, and common issues and positions. Minister… |
| Fisheries Minister Protests Allocations
Prince Edward Island Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Allan Campbell has expressed serious dissatisfaction with the way the Department of Fisheries and Oceans has allocated the 2008 quota in the cod and halibut fishery, and concerns about the authorization to allow mid-water… |
| Two New Family Doctors Recruited for Montague and Souris
The Department of Health is pleased to announce two new doctors have been recruited to Kings County. Both are family physicians and one doctor will be going to Montague, the other to Souris. “PEI now has 80 practising family physicians, more than we have ever had. We are proud of this… |
| 34th Annual Statistical Review Provides Snapshot of the Island’s Economy, Population and Social Make-up
A snapshot of the Island’s economy, population and social make-up is now available with the release of the 34th edition of the Province of Prince Edward Island Annual Statistical Review. Today, Minister Wes Sheridan announced the publication of the 2007 Review, which contains complete and extensive… |
| Officials See Continued Improvement in Roadcheck Inspections
From June 3 to 5, the Department of Transportation and Public Works Highway Safety Division participated in the annual Canada Roadcheck in conjunction with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance. For the past 21 years, the CVSA’s annual Roadcheck event has dispatched federal, state, provincial and… |
| Montgomery Theatre to Boost Tourism Offerings with Support from Federal and Provincial Governments
Recent upgrades to the Montgomery Theatre in Cavendish’s Avonlea Village are giving Islanders and visitors alike yet another reason to visit the area. The upgrades were made possible through federal and provincial funding announced by the Honourable Diane Ablonczy, Secretary of State for Small… |
| Poet Laureate Offers Public Preview of Forthcoming Book
Prince Edward Island Poet Laureate David Helwig invites the public to a reading from his forthcoming book of poems, The Sway of Otherwise. The reading – which will take place on July 16, 2008 from 12:10 to 12:50 – is part of the Summer Noon Hour Concerts at the Kirk of St James Presbyterian Church… |
| “From Our Atlantic Woods” Non-timber Forest Product Business Directory
The move to using more locally produced products is catching on nearly everywhere these days. Interest has been generated by increasing transportation costs and concerns about the quality and safety of products made far from our shores. While agricultural products have had the highest profile,… |
| Construction Begins on Queen Elizabeth Hospital Redevelopment Project
Construction is underway on Phase One of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) redevelopment, Premier Robert Ghiz and Health Minister Doug Currie announced today at a sod turning event at the QEH. “This is an extremely exciting day for the QEH and for all Islanders,” says Premier Ghiz. “We’ll now… |
| Investments of Over $7.6 Million in Charlottetown Facilities for the 2009 Canada Games
A number of Charlottetown-area facilities will be upgraded and modernized to host various events during the 2009 Canada Games as a result of investments announced today by the federal, provincial and municipal governments as well the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI). The upgrades will… |
| Island Students Participate in the National Heritage Fair in Victoria, British Columbia
Fifteen Prince Edward Island students are on their way to Victoria, British Columbia for the National Historica Heritage Fair. The National Heritage Fair, which will take place July 7 - 14, 2008, is an annual event which brings together students from across Canada to share their experience and… |
| International Wetland Group Meets in Brudenell
Wetland conservation will be the topic of discussion at Rodd Brudenell Resort as the biennial meeting of the North American Wetland Conservation Council takes place this week in the Kings County resort. About 70 delegates from Canada, the United States and Mexico will be reviewing the North… |
| Student Loan Applications can be Completed Online
PEI post-secondary education students can now apply for their student loans online, said Richard Brown, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning. “Eighty per cent of the applications we have received have been submitted online,” said Brown. “Government is extremely pleased to offer students… |
| Official Opening of Art Exhibit at Fanningbank
Her Honour, the Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, officially opened the 2008 Art Exhibit at Government House entitled “A Young View of Island Acadian History.” The project was produced in collaboration with the Confederation Centre Art Gallery. This is… |
| Government of Canada and Atlantic Provinces Sign Environmental Co-operation Agreement
The Government of Canada and the Atlantic provinces entered into a memorandum of understanding on environmental co-operation June 6, at the conclusion of the two-day Atlantic Council of Environment Ministers meeting in Wolfville. The agreement was signed by Canada’s Environment Minister John Baird… |