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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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| Anoxic Events Reported in Island Estuaries
Several Island estuaries have been identified as undergoing anoxic events in the last week. Anoxia occurs when large amounts of decaying plant material such as sea lettuce use up the oxygen in the water. The water turns milky white or cloudy green and gives off a rotten egg smell. The lack of… |
| Ministers Discuss Island Fisheries Concerns
A buy-out of lobster licences in the Northumberland Strait and the impact of aquatic invasive species on aquaculture were among the key issues Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture Allan Campbell raised in a private meeting with his federal counterpart Thursday. The meeting in Charlottetown marked… |
| Free Forest Seed Workshop Offered
Islanders interested in working outdoors to make a little extra money are invited to attend a free workshop on collecting, storing and selling seeds from the forest. Nova Tree Company and the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry will host the Forest Seed Workshop at Watts Tree Farm in… |
| Province to Establish Office of Energy Efficiency
Helping Islanders save energy, save money and protect the environment will be the focus of a new Office of Energy Efficiency. Premier Robert Ghiz says the office will provide Islanders with one-stop shopping for programs, services and advice to reduce the amount of energy they use at home, at work… |
| Province to Establish Office of Energy Efficiency
Helping Islanders save energy, save money and protect the environment will be the focus of a new Office of Energy Efficiency. Premier Robert Ghiz says the office will provide Islanders with one-stop shopping for programs, services and advice to reduce the amount of energy they use at home, at work… |
| Municipalities to Benefit from new Online Service
A new online service designed to help municipalities has been announced by Provincial Treasurer Wes Sheridan. “With this new system, municipal administrators will be able to more easily find information about any property within their boundaries,” Mr. Sheridan said. “This is a wonderful example of… |
| Two New Bridges Improve Prince Edward Island’s Road Network
During the month of August The Prince Edward Island Department of Transportation and Public Works will further improve the Island’s road infrastructure for all road users. The Department will begin work to replace two bridges on the provincial road network. The first of the two replacements is the… |
| Minister Congratulates Island Games Participants
Island athletes were recently recognized for their participation at the International Island Games in Rhodes, Greece. More than 80 members of Team PEI participated at the NatWest Island Games XII, in Rhodes, Greece, from June 30 - July 6, 2007. Communities, Cultural Affairs and Labour Minister… |
| Infrastructure Funding Making a Difference in the City of Charlottetown
Government investments in infrastructure are making it more inviting than ever to walk through the streets of Charlottetown. Over the past year, more than $2.75 million dollars has been invested into the city’s storm drainage systems through the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF). The… |
| Province Signs Memorandum with 2010 Olympics
Premier Robert Ghiz and John Furlong, Chief Executive Officer of the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games, have signed a memorandum of understanding outlining Prince Edward Island's support for the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. Premier Ghiz said the partners… |
| More Island Estuaries Reported to be Anoxic
Four more Island estuaries are experiencing anoxic conditions and dead fish or shellfish have been found in some areas. Anoxia occurs when large amounts of decaying plant material such as sea lettuce use up the oxygen in the water. Cindy Crane, surface water biologist with the Department of… |
| Province to Adopt New Vehicle Emission Standards
Prince Edward Island will adopt tougher emission standards for vehicles to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. Speaking from the Council of the Federation meeting in Moncton, New Brunswick, Premier Robert Ghiz said vehicle emission standards are an excellent… |
| Province to Adopt New Vehicle Emission Standards
Prince Edward Island will adopt tougher emission standards for vehicles to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. Speaking from the Council of the Federation meeting in Moncton, New Brunswick, Premier Robert Ghiz said vehicle emission standards are an excellent… |
| Price Increase
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission announced today the retail price of domestic beer will increase effective September 1, 2007. The new retail price for beer will increase to $19.89 per dozen – an increase of $0.59 per dozen over last year. Included in the retail price is the $1.… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective August 15, 2007: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 2.8 cents per litre (cpl);• Diesel prices will decrease by 1.5 cpl;• Furnace fuel and stove oil prices will decrease by 1.5 cpl;•… |
| Government to Strengthen the Environmental Protection Act
Provincial enforcement officials have directed six farm operations to remove potato headlands in nine fields. As a result of the investigations, Government is taking action to strengthen the Environmental Protection Act. The changes to the act will correct deficiencies in the existing legislation.… |
| Cabinet Approves Increased Disability Tax Credit
An increase to the provincial Disability Tax Credit for the current taxation year has been approved by Cabinet, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “This Government is committed to tax fairness,” Premier Ghiz said. “I am very pleased that our commitment to work toward greater tax fairness for Islanders is… |
| HPV Program to be Launched in the Fall
A program to immunize Grade 6 girls against Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is being launched during the Fall of 2007 in Island elementary schools, Minister of Health Doug Currie confirmed today. “HPV is the leading cause of cervical cancer, so we’re very pleased to offer this program on Prince Edward… |
| Young Millionaires Are Open for Business During Old Home Week
Young entrepreneurs on Prince Edward Island have been making an impression on the local business community during Old Home Week. Products and services offered by Charlottetown-area participants of the Young Millionaires Program have been available at the Old Home Week Market in the Main Coliseum… |
| Premier Presents Award During the Provincial Exhibition at Old Home Week
Beverley A. Brister of Springbrook, Prince Edward Island has been recognized as the winner of the second annual Premier’s Award for Craft Education.Premier Robert Ghiz congratulated Ms. Brister at the Prince Edward Island Women’s Institute Handcrafts and Arts Division of the Provincial Exhibition.… |