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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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| Workshop Encourages a New Generation of Waterfowl Hunters
Young Islanders interested in waterfowl hunting have an opportunity to learn all they need to know for a safe and successful waterfowl hunt at an upcoming workshop. The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry will host the seventh annual Youth Waterfowl Hunting Workshop at the Charlottetown… |
| Montague's Downtown Core to Benefit From New Projects
At an event this morning, the town of Montague celebrated the opening of its new business centre, as well as the news that major streetscape improvements will soon be made to the downtown core.Gerald Keddy, Member of Parliament for South Shore – St. Margaret’s, Nova Scotia, attended the opening of… |
| Funding to Help Roma at Three Rivers Attract More Visitors
Tourists will have an even greater reason to visit eastern PEI thanks to the announcement today of federal and provincial funding for Roma at Three Rivers. This historical site brings to life the stories of the 18th century French settlers who established the first commercial enterprise on PEI in… |
| Prince Edward Island Formally Announced as the Host of the 2009 Canada Summer Games
At an event on the Island today, the Canada Games Council officially awarded the 2009 Canada Summer Games to the Province of Prince Edward Island.Canada Games Council Chairman Larry Smith presented a Canada Games flag to the Honourable Pat Binns, Premier of Prince Edward Island; the Honourable… |
| Government and Heart and Stroke Foundation Partner on Integrated Stroke Strategy
At a news conference today, Chester Gillan, Minister of Health and Charlotte Comrie, Executive Director of the Heart and Stroke Foundation jointly announced an Integrated Stroke Strategy for the province. Minister Gillan noted that, “The strategy has three main components – health promotion/… |
| PETROLEUM PRICING
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been directed to decrease gasoline prices in their dealer and consumer schedules by 5.0 cents per litre (cpl) effective 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, August 24, 2006. The current prices for other petroleum products will… |
| National Group Meets in Province
Upwards of 500 delegates will be in Prince Edward Island next week to attend the annual conference of the Institute of Public Administration of Canada. The conference will be held at the Delta Prince Edward Hotel in Charlottetown from August 27-30. The theme of this year’s conference is “In Search… |
| Ride a Bus, Listen to a Story
Beginning this week, commuters on Charlottetown Transit busses will be treated to some story reading, when staff from the Confederation Centre Public Library travel along and read to children on the bus. "Stories on the Bus" is an outreach program developed by the Confederation Centre Public… |
| Students Return to Class Next Week
Education Minister Mildred Dover advised today that the first day of class for students in grades 1 to 12 is Tuesday, September 5. Classes begin at UPEI and Holland College on Wednesday, September 6. Minister Dover advised that while going back to school is exciting for students, it can also be a… |
| Increased Airport Traffic Leads to Enhanced Visitor Information Services
Tourism Minister Philip Brown visited with William Cooper, a travel counsellor located at the Charlottetown Airport Terminal, to check in on traffic over the summer. The facility has experienced approximately a 30 per cent increase in traffic, year to date, and as a result, Tourism PEI has… |
| Maritime Provinces And Commercial Trucking Industry Cooperate To Promote Road Safety Through Operation Airbrake
The three Maritime provinces are partnering on an upcoming initiative to promote road safety in the commercial trucking industry. Provincial Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers will be conducting airbrake inspections and information sessions for the trucking industry on Wednesday, August 30,… |
| Premier Recognizes Maureen Weeks
Maureen Weeks of Fredericton has been awarded the first annual Premier’s Award for Craft Education. Premier Pat Binns presented the award to Ms. Weeks at Prince Edward Island’s Women’s Institute Handcraft Exhibition during Old Home Week. The Award was established in partnership with the Women’s… |
| Final Phase of Basin Head Redevelopment to Resume on September 5
The Department of Transportation and Public Works today announced that work on the final phase of the repairs to the Basin Head complex will begin on September 5. The Basin Head complex is a major attraction in the Eastern Kings area for local residents and visitors during the tourism season.… |
| Final Phase of Basin Head Redevelopment to Resume on September 5
The Department of Transportation and Public Works today announced that work on the final phase of the repairs to the Basin Head complex will begin on September 5. The Basin Head complex is a major attraction in the Eastern Kings area for local residents and visitors during the tourism season.… |
| Midgell Bridge Replacement Project Enters Final Phase with Detour to Commence on September 5
The Department of Transportation and Public Works today announced that the scheduled detour required to complete the Midgell Bridge replacement will begin on Tuesday, September 5. As part of the project to replace the Midgell Bridge, a planned traffic disruption of approximately two weeks is… |
| North Cape Coastal Ride Offers Great Cycling and Community Experiences
The Western PEI Tourism Association has been finalizing details of the first annual North Cape Coastal Ride, and communities from Summerside to North Cape are joining in on the fun. Cyclists are encouraged to register now to participate in the two-day cycling event, take part for just one of the… |
| Chief Health Officer Offers Tips for Weekend Concert
Dr. Lamont Sweet, Chief Health Officer, is offering some helpful tips as concert goers prepare for the upcoming weekend event at the Charlottetown Entertainment Centre. Dr. Sweet noted, “As this event is to be held outdoors in late summer, some simple yet effective efforts could help avoid some… |
| PETROLEUM PRICING
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been directed to decrease prices in their dealer and consumer schedules by 6.2 cents per litre (cpl) on gasoline, by 4.3 cpl on diesel and by 2.5 cpl on furnace fuel and stove oil, effective 12:01 a.m. on Friday,… |
| Three Island Courses Ranked in Top 100
Score Golf Magazine, a pre-eminent Canadian golf publication, has designated Prince Edward Island’s three courses, The Links at Crowbush Cove, Dundarave and Brudenell River, in the top 100 courses in Canada. The courses shared some of the Island’s glory with Rodd Crowbush Golf and Beach Resort… |
| Tourism Signage Program to be Completed
PEI Tourism Minister, Honourable Philip Brown, announced today that the Province will complete the conversion of tourism directional signs this fall. “By next spring, all of the former non-reflective black signs will be replaced by new higher-quality signage standards,” said Minister Brown. Based… |