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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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| Fall Frolic Set for New Harmony
A unique event that takes runners, hikers and walkers through a scenic fall forest setting, the Provincial Forest Fall Frolic is set for October 6 at the New Harmony Demonstration Woodlot near Souris. Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry George Webster says the Fall Frolic is a great way… |
| Minister Brown Meets with Quebec Counterpart
~Discuss issues of joint interest, including aerospace contracts~ Prince Edward Island Minister of Development and Technology Richard Brown met recently in Quebec City with his Quebec counterpart, Raymond Bachand, Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Export Trade. “I was pleased to… |
| Successful Research & Development Applicants Announced
Eight new projects have been approved under the Prince Edward Island Research and Development Initiative, a program to assist and encourage research and development in all sectors of the province’s economy. The successful applicants were recognized today by Development and Technology Minister… |
| Youth Build Baby Barns and Aid Local Charity
The Children’s Ward at the Prince County Hospital will be this year’s recipient of funds raised through a summer project at the Prince Edward Island Youth Centre in Summerside. For the past several years, youth at the PEI Youth Centre have spent a portion of their summer building baby barns and… |
| Organic Week Proclaimed in Prince Edward Island
The week of September 23 has been proclaimed as Organic Week in Prince Edward Island by Agriculture Minister Neil LeClair. The proclamation is aimed at raising awareness of the growing importance of the organic sector in the province. “Government and industry are working closely together to expand… |
| Major Safety Improvements Coming To Several Intersections
The Prince Edward Island Department of Transportation and Public Works will begin work on two projects next week that will improve safety at several intersections in Queens County. The first project will see upgrades to the intersection of Route 19 and the Nine Mile Creek Road. That intersection… |
| Fire Contained at Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Late Tuesday morning, staff at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital were alerted to a fire which occurred in the hospital laundry room. The fire was quickly handled by the Charlottetown Fire Department and was detected above equipment in the laundry department. It was found to be located within the… |
| Hunter River to Benefit from Nearly $185,000 in Funding to Enhance Confederation Trail
Tourists will have yet another reason to visit central PEI thanks to investments announced today by federal, provincial and municipal governments. Close to $185,000 will be spent on a project to enhance Hunter River’s section of the Confederation Trail, making it an even more attractive spot for… |
| Island Community Centres More Energy Efficient Thanks to $265,000 Investment
Three Island community centres have undergone significant renovations to improve energy efficiency thanks to an investment of more than $265,000 by the federal, provincial and municipal governments. Under the Canada-PEI Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF), each level of government… |
| Queen Elizabeth Hospital Easing Back into Full Operation Mode
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital will be easing back into full operation mode following a fire in the hospital’s laundry department, QEH Executive Director, Rob Philpott confirmed today. Mr. Philpott says, “Over the next few days, we will begin to address the backlog of patient procedures that… |
| New Service Makes Children’s Stories Available by Phone
Prince Edward Island, September 27, 2007 - Island children now have a new way to listen to stories – by telephone. Through Aliant Stories on the Phone, Island children can call a toll-free phone number and listen to an age appropriate story in either English or French. Surrounded by about 30… |
| Intergovernmental Cooperation a Priority for Canadian Francophonie Ministers
Provincial and Territorial Ministers responsible for the Canadian Francophonie will be working with the Federal Government to ensure the timely renewal of federal/provincial/territorial agreements on French-language services. This joint effort is the result of the recently held 12th Ministerial… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective October 1, 2007: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 1.0 cent per litre (cpl); • Diesel prices will increase by 1.0 cpl; • Furnace fuel and stove oil prices will increase by 1.0 cpl; and… |
| CONFERENCE DISCUSSES IMPACT OF INVASIVE SPECIES
Researchers, scientists and industry representatives from 10 countries are meeting in Brudenell this week to discuss the impact of invasive species in their respective jurisdictions. The second International Invasive Sea Squirt Conference brings together leading experts in tunicates. Over 60… |
| Attorney General Proclaims Right to Know Week
International Right to Know Day is recognized worldwide as an opportunity to raise awareness about the right of individuals to access information held by public bodies. In recognition of International Right to Know Day, September 28, and planned local activities, Attorney General Gerard Greenan has… |
| Looking for Prince Edward Island's Biggest Pumpkin
The 14th annual competition for the biggest pumpkin on Prince Edward Island will be held this Saturday at the Silver Bells Christmas Tree Farm in Springvale. The competition is sponsored by the Prince Edward Island Giant Pumpkin Growers Association. Gordon Aten, a spokesperson for the association,… |
| New Strategy Aims to Improve Eating Habits and Reduce Obesity Among Children and Youth
The PEI Healthy Eating Alliance (HEA) launched a new three-year Healthy Eating Strategy today at Birchwood Intermediate School during Healthy Eating Week. The strategy outlines initiatives to raise awareness of the importance of healthy eating and increase access to healthy food in Island homes,… |
| New Curricula and Resources to Enhance Student Learning in 2007-2008
Education Minister Gerard Greenan says students and teachers have many new and exciting resources to enjoy as they head back to class today. “We are introducing a wide range of new curricula this year to boost student learning,” he said. “We are also offering many new and improved support services… |
| Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training Launch New Classroom Resources
Twenty-three new classroom resources to improve student performance and help teachers implement curriculum were today released by the Council of Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training (CAMET), led by the Honourable Joan Burke, Newfoundland and Labrador Minister of Education; Honourable Kelly… |
| Provincial Government to Drop Legal Action
The Government of Prince Edward Island will not proceed with its legal action against the Government of Canada and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. The action challenged the constitutional power of the federal fisheries minister to make licensing and other management decisions. The… |