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| Promoting our Public Lands
Prince Edward Island’s public lands have been called one of the province’s best-kept secrets, but a new signage program is part of ongoing efforts to change that. Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry George Webster unveiled the new public land signs at the Mount Stewart Wildlife Management… |
| Quebec City Port Lined With Island-Built Tugs
Minister Brown Aattends Christening of Latest ConstructionThe latest tugboat to be constructed at East Isle Shipyard in Georgetown was officially christened in Quebec City late last week. A portion of Section 17 of the Port of Quebec is now lined with three impressive, state-of-the-art tugboats,… |
| BY-ELECTION WILL BE HELD OCTOBER 15, 2007
A by-election to fill a recent vacancy in the district of Belfast - Murray River will be held October 15, Premier Robert Ghiz has announced. “By holding a by-election now, we will ensure that the residents of Belfast - Murray River will be represented in the next sitting of the Legislative Assembly… |
| BY-ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 4 BELFAST-MURRAY RIVER, MONDAY 15 OCTOBER, 2007
The writ was issued on September 17, 2007 for a by-election within District No. 4 Belfast-Murray River to be held on Monday, October 15, 2007 to elect a member to the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island. There will not be a confirmation of electors as per section 31 of the Election Act.… |
| Prince Edward Island Legislative Assembly to Open 16 October
Premier Robert Ghiz today announced he has asked the Speaker to reconvene the Prince Edward Island Legislative Assembly on October 16, 2007, at 2 p.m. This will mark the continuation of the First Session of the Sixty-third General Assembly which opened on July 6, 2007, and adjourned the same day,… |
| ISLANDERS HONOURED FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EFFORTS
A group of Prince Edward Island citizens were recognized today for their outstanding contribution to protecting and enhancing our Island environment. Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry George Webster presented the 2007 Prince Edward Island Environmental Awards during a special ceremony at… |
| Cross Border Travel a Key Topic at Meeting of Atlantic Transport Ministers
Cross border travel will be a main topic of discussion at this week’s meeting of Atlantic Transportation Ministers in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Ministers from the four provinces will further examine the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative which looks at using enhanced drivers license… |
| Workshop Introduces Youth to Waterfowl Hunting
With hunting season just around the corner, a free workshop is being offered to help teenagers learn all they need to know to have a safe and successful waterfowl hunt. The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry will host the eighth annual Youth Waterfowl Hunting Workshop at the… |
| New Prince Edward Island Employment Website Launched
A new website has been launched which will match job seekers with potential employers on Prince Edward Island. The information portal, www.PEIJobLink.ca, is a comprehensive, career-information website offering up-to-date content regarding emerging sectors of the Prince Edward Island economy. The… |
| New Pilot Project for Sewage Disposal Systems
A new pilot program will simplify the process for installation of on-site sewage disposal systems, says Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry George Webster. About 40 per cent of Island homes have on-site systems to treat and dispose of household wastewater. The approval of on-site sewage… |
| New Trail System Opens in Kensington
People in the Kensington area have a new place where they can go to walk, hike, ski or simply enjoy nature. The John A. Hogg ~ Kensington Public Forest features 2.4 kilometres of trails that run through Acadian forest and grassland habitat. “Our public forest lands belong to Islanders and we want… |
| Government Increases Funding For Kindergarten
Provincial government funding for kindergarten programs will increase in September for the first time in four years. Cabinet has approved a $220,000 increase in funding for Kindergarten in the 2007-2008 year, effective immediately. This represents a 7 per cent increase in the annual Kindergarten… |
| New Mumps Vaccine for Post-Secondary Students
Post-secondary students on the Island will be offered a second dose of measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine this fall in an effort to reduce the possibility of an outbreak of mumps or red measles. “Post-secondary students are at increased risk of getting measles, mumps or rubella,” says Dr… |
| Have You Checked Your Brakes Today?
This week the Prince Edward Island Department of Transportation and Public Works will team up with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) and trucking organizations across the province to help educate truckers on the importance of safe brakes. Brake Safety Week is an annual event that… |
| New School Trustees Appointed
Executive Council has approved the appointment of two new school trustees. They will fill positions left vacant by resignations in the Eastern School District and the Western School Board. Edna Reid of Johnston’s River will now represent Zone 6 in the Eastern School District. Ms. Reid is the… |
| Participate in PEI - Government Introduces New and Open Approach to Appointments to Agencies, Boards and Commissions
An open, public call for participation in over 70 of the Island’s Agencies, Boards and Commissions (ABCs) will promote government openness, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The new process highlights the first step in a new fair and transparent process for appointments,” the Premier said. “Participate in… |
| Education Minister Encourages Islanders to Support Students and Their Families as They go Back to School
Education Minister Gerard Greenan is calling on Islanders to lend their support to students, parents and teachers as approximately 30,000 Islanders go back to school and learning in the coming weeks. Approximately 1,285 children are expected to begin kindergarten in Prince Edward Island next week.… |
| New Subdivision Opening in Miscouche Thanks to Funding from Canada-PEI Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund
The community of Miscouche is celebrating the opening of a new residential subdivision, which was funded through the Canada-PEI Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF). The federal, provincial and municipal governments each provided one-third of the total cost of the $327,000 project. “Canada’s… |
| Statement by Premier Robert Ghiz on the Appointment of Pat Binns
"On behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island, I want to congratulate Pat Binns on his appointment to a prominent and well-deserved position. “Islanders should be confident that Mr. Binns will serve the interests of our province and country in a thoroughly professional manner. “In leaving… |
| North Cape Coastal Ride Hits the Road for Year Two
The Organizing Committee of the annual North Cape Coastal Ride is pleased to announce that the very popular cycling event is scheduled to take place, once again, September 8 and 9. Last year’s event was a resounding success with positive comments rolling in from participants, community groups,… |