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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., Friday, January 1, 2016: • There will be no change in the price of gasoline; • Furnace and stove oil prices will decrease by 2.0 cents per litre (cpl);• Diesel prices will decrease… |
| Alberton Public Library re-opened
The Alberton Public Library has moved to its new home in the Old Stone Station at 11 Railway Street in Alberton, says Education, Early Learning and Culture Minister Hal Perry.“The Old Stone Station is a beautiful historic location for this important community library and we are very pleased that… |
| Minister congratulates UPEI School of Business case competition teams on first semester success
Workforce and Advanced Learning Minister Richard Brown extended congratulations to UPEI business case competition students on their recent results at competitions throughout the first academic semester.“On behalf of the Province of Prince Edward Island, I’d like to extend congratulations to UPEI’s… |
| Changes to Cabinet announced
Premier Wade MacLauchlan today announced changes to Cabinet to provide leadership on government’s efforts to build a more prosperous, caring and engaged province. The following members were sworn-in this morning during a ceremony at Government House: • Honourable Doug W. Currie, Minister of… |
| Friday Deadline for public feedback on first stage of Water Act
Friday, January 15 is the last day for Islanders to submit feedback on the preliminary development stage of Prince Edward Island’s new Water Act, says Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. Since July, government has been accepting input on the creation of a new Water Act… |
| Updates show state of economy, second-quarter fiscal position
Sectors of the province’s economy continue to grow while the deficit in the second quarter of fiscal year 2015-16 is slightly higher than budgeted, Finance Minister Allen Roach says. “The diversity of Prince Edward Island’s economy – and our efforts to strengthen new and existing businesses – have… |
| Beaujolais Nouveau wines arrive in PEI Liquor retail outlets
The PEI Liquor Control Commission is pleased to announce that four Nouveau wines will be available in stores in November 2015. Customers will find four Beaujolais Nouveau wines in stores starting this morning, Thursday, November 19th.The production of Beaujolais Nouveau wines began as a tradition… |
| Budget for Capital Plan continues investment in front-line services
Prince Edward Island’s 2016-17 budget for the capital plan will invest $77.9 million in schools, health care, and highways, says Finance Minister Allen Roach. “This capital plan demonstrates our government’s continuing commitment to fiscal responsibility,” Minister Roach said. ”It makes key… |
| Provincial flu vaccination program offering additional walk-up flu shot clinics
Health PEI’s provincial flu vaccination program will be offering several “walk-up” flu clinics across the province to help address the demand from Islanders wanting to get their flu shot. Islanders do not require an appointment to get a flu vaccine from any of the walk-up clinics listed below:… |
| Homelessness report identifies positive steps and urges the province to continue progress
A new report on homelessness recognizes many of the important steps government has already taken and identifies a number of areas where continued work is required, says Minister of Family and Human Services Doug Currie“This government believes that every Islander deserves the opportunity for a… |
| New inspection and certification services for Island businesses
Island businesses and the provincial economy will benefit from a new accreditation achieved by the Inspection Services branch of the provincial Environment Division, said Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. “Inspection Services has received accreditation as an American… |
| New Skip the Waiting Room program boosts convenience of walk-in clinics
A new pilot project is helping to reduce the time Islanders spend waiting to be seen at walk-in clinics, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie.“Skip the Waiting Room is an innovative new pilot project that makes it more convenient for Islanders to access health care services,” said… |
| Judge Nancy Orr named new Chief Judge of provincial court
Judge Nancy Orr has been named the new Chief Judge of the Provincial Court of Prince Edward Island. “Judge Orr’s 20 years of distinguished service on the Provincial Court bench uniquely qualify her to be the court’s new chief,” said Premier and Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney… |
| Islanders encouraged to celebrate Sports Day in Canada
Islanders are encouraged to show their love and support for sport on Saturday, November 21 which is Sports Day in Canada, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Sport contributes greatly to healthy development, well-being and quality of life in our communities,” said Minister Currie. “I… |
| Innovation PEI funds target new and emerging businesses
Island entrepreneurs are encouraged to take advantage of two provincial development funds that take project ideas from concept to commercial production."Innovation PEI is seeking applications from businesses which would like support for innovative projects under the Pilot and Discovery Fund, and… |
| Innovation PEI funds target new and emerging businesses
Island entrepreneurs are encouraged to take advantage of two provincial development funds that take project ideas from concept to commercial production."Innovation PEI is seeking applications from businesses which would like support for innovative projects under the Pilot and Discovery Fund, and… |
| Prince Edward Island to ensure a coordinated response to welcome Syrian refugees
Islanders are responding with their usual generosity as the province prepares to welcome 250 Syrian refugees.“The province is working with partners to do all we can to settle the refugees displaced due to the situation in Syria,” said Workforce and Advanced Learning Minister Richard Brown. “We are… |
| Islanders encouraged to take simple online test to determine their risk for diabetes
During November which is Diabetes Awareness Month, Islanders are encouraged to take a simple online test to determine their risk for type 2 diabetes, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Diabetes is a serious health concern in our province that almost 15,000 Islanders deal with every… |
| Additional funding provided for Seniors Home Renovation Programs
Government has provided an additional $400,000 to the Seniors Home Repair and the Seniors Safe @ Home programs, says Doug Currie Minister of Family and Human Services. “To ensure that these programs have the resources necessary to meet demands, we have made good on a promise from last spring, to… |
| Special Committee on Democratic Renewal Releases Interim Report
Following province-wide discussions, the Special Committee on Democratic Renewal has submitted its interim report to the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island and, as the committee heard, it will be taking more time to engage the public and Islanders. Mandated to guide public engagement and… |