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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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| Improving Transit Services for Islanders with Disabilities
Pat and the Elephant has unveiled the second of two new vans accessible to Islanders with disabilities. The vans were purchased thanks to $125,000 from the Government of Canada’s Public Transit Fund. Pat and the Elephant now has two vans to provide transit services to users with disabilities in… |
| Franchise Laws in Force in Prince Edward Island
New laws governing the franchise industry in Prince Edward Island will be in place as of January 1, 2007, Attorney General Mildred Dover announced today. The current PEI Franchises Act establishes a duty of fair dealing between parties to franchise agreements and guarantees rights of association… |
| Health Minister Provides an Update on the Long Term Nursing Care Program
Chester Gillan, Minister of Health and Minister of Social Services and Seniors, today provided an update on the implementation of significant changes to the Long Term Nursing Care program. As of January 1, 2007, government will be funding basic health care costs for all residents in long term… |
| Annual Christmas Tree Cleanup Begins January 8
With Christmas now behind us, Islanders are reminded that pickup of their properly discarded Christmas trees will begin January 8th. “We sincerely hope that all Islanders had a wonderful Christmas holiday,” said Island Waste Management Corporation CEO Gerry Moore. “Anyone looking to have their… |
| Department of Health Recognizes PEI Physicians and Hospital Departments for Long-Service Teaching Efforts
Health Minister Chester Gillan presented long-service preceptor awards to family physicians and hospital departments at an annual medical student and resident Christmas event at the Rodd Charlottetown Hotel last night. In recognition of their long-term commitment to teaching and training medical… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that there will be no change to gasoline, diesel, furnace or stove oil prices at this time and that, accordingly, currently approved prices for these products will remain in effect.Irving Oil Marketing Limited and Superior Propane Inc.… |
| GOVERNMENT COMMITS TO PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND PROVINCIAL PARKS
PEI Provincial Tourism Minister, Philip Brown, said today that he is very pleased with Government’s recent commitment of $1 million in capital improvements for the province’s Provincial Parks. The allocation was included in the 2007/2008 Capital Budget that was tabled in the most recent session of… |
| Canadian Securities Administrators Announce “This is your life” Contest Winners
In the midst of the holiday spending season, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) are reminding Canadians of the importance of spending, saving and investing wisely. To mark the end of its year-long educational campaign, This is your life… for better or for worse, the CSA is announcing the… |
| DEPARTMENT ISSUES ICE FISHING ADVISORY - Winter Ice Fishing Season Opens Saturday
While many people have been eagerly awaiting the opening of the Island’s winter ice fishing season this Saturday, it looks like they will have to wait a little longer. Officials from the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry are concerned about ice conditions and have issued a safety… |
| License Suspended for Peakes Quay
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the lounge license known as “Peakes Quay,” license number LL-94-0034, located in Charlottetown, for the following period of time, that is: for a three (3) consecutive day period – commencing 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 16, 2007, and… |
| License Suspended for Miscouche Royal Canadian Legion
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the military canteen license known as the “Miscouche Royal Canadian Legion,” license number MC-64-0012, located in Miscouche, for the following period of time, that is: for a three (3) consecutive day period - commencing 11 a.m.,… |
| License Suspended for Ellerslie Royal Canadian Legion
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the military canteen license known as the “Ellerslie Royal Canadian Legion,” license number MC-64-0007, located in Ellerslie, for the following period of time, that is: for a three (3) consecutive day period – commencing 11 a.m.,… |
| Partnership Plays Major Role in Growth of PEI Company
DeltaWare Systems Inc. of Charlottetown has developed an electronic heath solution that has positioned the Prince Edward Island company as a leader of e-Health technology in Canada. Thanks to a long-standing relationship with the Government of Prince Edward Island, DeltaWare has been able to take… |
| SCHOOLS RECEIVE GIFT OF ISLAND HISTORY BOOKS
The PEI Home Economics Association donated copies of its new book today to all Island schools that offer home economics courses. The book documents the evolution of home economics in Prince Edward Island during the past century. Entitled Who We Are: Our Heritage and Horizons, the 350-page book… |
| PEI Energy Savings Bonds Prove Popular with Islanders
Islanders invested just under $2 million in PEI Energy Savings Bonds before 2006 drew to a close. The bonds went on sale December 11 and, by December 29, more than $1.9 million worth of bonds were sold. Sales for the first week of 2007 won’t be tallied until next week but it’s expected the total is… |
| Province Funds Over Half a Million Dollars for Public Transit
Today the Hon. Elmer MacFadyen, Minister of Community and Cultural Affairs, was pleased to announce $530,000 in funding for the Charlottetown Transit System. This funding was made possible through the Public Transit Capital Trust Program. “Public transit is a key feature of vibrant, liveable… |
| Premier Presents Tuna Cup Award
Captain John MacKay, fisherman from Beach Point, was recognized today for landing the largest Bluefin tuna of the 2006 season. Mr. MacKay was presented with the Premier's Cup today in Montague. The award was instituted by Premier Binns in recognition of the role tuna fishing plays in the Island… |
| Staff Changes in Premier's Office
Premier Pat Binns today announced the following staffing changes, effective today.Doug MacEwen has been named Senior Policy Advisor to the Premier, replacing Patrick Dorsey who joined the staff at the Atlantic Canada Opportunity Agency effective on January 2, 2007. Previously, Mr. MacEwen served… |
| 1,148 Students Receive the Island Student Award
This month 1,148 Island students are receiving a $600 grant from the provincial government as part of the government’s efforts to make post-secondary education accessible and affordable in Prince Edward Island. The $600 Island Student Award is being given to 891 UPEI students and 256 Holland… |
| PEI Energy Savings Bonds Qualify for Self-Directed RRSPs
The Canada Revenue Agency has ruled that PEI Energy Savings Bonds are a qualified investment for self-directed registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs). Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Jamie Ballem said the Province received the ruling Tuesday. “This certainly enhances the appeal of… |