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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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| Statement on the passing of Barbara Hagerman
The following is a statement from Premier Wade MacLauchlan:“On behalf of the province of Prince Edward Island, I would like to express my condolences to the family and friends of former Lieutenant Governor Barbara Hagerman.As Prince Edward Island’s second female lieutenant governor she represented… |
| Statement from Lieutenant Governor Frank Lewis on the death of the Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman
Their Honours the Honourable H. Frank Lewis and Mrs. Dorothy Lewis join others in expressing their condolences to the family and friends on the death of former Prince Edward Island Lieutenant Governor, the Honourable Barbara Hagerman. "Former Lieutenant Governor Hagerman was deeply and… |
| Helipad upgrade supports emergency services at Prince County Hospital
Improvements to the Prince County Hospital’s (PCH) heliport will ensure Islanders have 24/7 access to emergency air transports. The work will take approximately 10 weeks, and during that time patients requiring Lifeflights will be transported by Island EMS to the Lifeflight alternate landing site… |
| Replace smoke alarms every 10 years
Fire Prevention Week is October 9 to 15 and the province’s fire marshal reminds Islanders to replace their smoke alarms every 10 years.“Working smoke alarms save lives, but most people don’t realize they need to replace their smoke alarm if it is more than 10 years old,” said provincial Fire… |
| Feedback on Municipal Government Act accepted until Oct. 22
Islanders can continue to give their feedback on the new Municipal Government Act until October 22. There have been four face-to-face consultation sessions since September in Elmsdale, Summerside, Charlottetown, and Montague attended by 60 Island municipalities. “Consultation is well underway and… |
| Cornwall Perimeter Highway project update – October 10 to 15
Work will continue on the Cornwall Perimeter Highway throughout the coming week, from Thanksgiving Monday, Oct. 10 to Saturday, Oct. 15.Construction this week will include work on the main portion of the highway, as well as preliminary paving at the Poplar Island roundabout. • Traffic will start to… |
| Public can review Three Oaks school renovation plans October 13
Islanders can review plans for the proposed renovation of Three Oaks Senior High at an information session this Thursday, October 13. “Our department has been working with school administration and the Department of Education, Early Learning and Culture to develop the best strategy for making Three… |
| Cooking competition will introduce international chefs to Canada’s Food Island
Chefs from all over North America and Europe are testing their skills, competing for prizes, and exploring Canada’s Food Island this weekend during the PEI International Shellfish Festival’s Garland Canada International Chef Challenge.“The Chef Challenge is not only a great addition to a tremendous… |
| Artisan crafts provide a doorway to the workforce
Islanders wanting to connect with the labour force are learning traditional arts and crafts as a way to broaden their skills and make them more employable. “Education is vital to enhancing an individual’s skills and potential for long-term employment,” said Workforce and Advanced Learning Minister… |
| By-election for Summerside-Wilmot to be held Oct. 17, 2016
A by-election to fill a recent vacancy in the District of Summerside-Wilmot will be held October 17. Premier Wade MacLauchlan made the announcement at the Silver Fox Community Complex following a Cabinet meeting this morning. “Holding the by-election in October will ensure residents of Summerside-… |
| Preliminary tourism numbers point to record pace through August
The record pace in the tourism industry in 2016 showed no signs of slowing down in August, says Minister of Economic Development and Tourism Heath MacDonald. “The preliminary numbers reported by industry have the province on pace for the busiest August on record, and the third–straight record year… |
| Provincial and Federal Funding Announced to Assist Charlottetown in Completion of Miltonvale Wellfield Projects
The City of Charlottetown continues the work necessary to complete the construction of the Miltonvale wellfield and connect the new system thanks to significant funding announcements from the Federal and Provincial government.The City has received funding from the Clean Water and Wastewater Fund,… |
| All Island schools being evacuated due to potential threat
Police agencies and school administration are evacuating all Prince Edward Island schools due to a potential threat.School emergency evacuation plans have been activated. Staff are taking students to safe locations in the community and buses are meeting them there. Parents need to meet their… |
| Parents advised that students have been evacuated to safe areas where they will be dismissed by bus at 11:30 am
Students in the Public Schools Branch (formerly the English Language School Board) and the French Language School Board have been evacuated to designated safe areas.Students will be bussed home at approximately 11:30 am as per the early closure plan. Parents wishing to pick up children are asked to… |
| Ministers of Education, Post-Secondary Education and Training reveal actions to support mental health, and career development and transition
Atlantic ministers of education, post-secondary education and training committed to a number of actions to support public and post-secondary education students in the area of mental health and career transitioning. These were the major themes that emerged from their meeting of the Council of… |
| All Prince Edward Island schools will be operating tomorrow
As a result of a threat to schools, all Prince Edward Island schools were evacuated on Wednesday, September 21. School emergency evacuation plans were activated with cooperation from Island police agencies and school administration. All students were moved from the facilities by school staff to… |
| Statement by Premier Wade MacLauchlan, Minister of Justice and Public Safety
I join Islanders in expressing relief and gratitude that all students and staff are safe following today’s events. We are thankful to our policing bodies for their efforts, led by the RCMP, in assessing the potential threat, immediately alerting the school system, and for their effective and… |
| Women learning about non-traditional career options
A new project in Prince Edward Island is teaching women about careers they might not have otherwise considered. “We are thrilled to support this unique empowerment project that aims to increase the number of women in trades and technology roles on Prince Edward Island,” Workforce and Advanced… |
| Health promotion event will attract international audience
Prince Edward Island will host a learning event on health promotion next month as part of a landmark international forum in Charlottetown on the subject. The Department of Health and Wellness’ Chief Public Health Office will host “Your Work Matters in the Global Village” October 18, which will… |
| Report card on criminal justice system
The following is a statement from Premier Wade MacLauchlan, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General."A new report recognizing Prince Edward Island as having the top criminal justice system in Canada is a reminder of the access to justice we enjoy as a province and a testament to… |