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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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| Warm, Dry Weather Means PEI Provincial Golf Courses Open Earlier Than Usual
The Minister of Tourism, Honourable Philip Brown, today announced that all the provincial golf courses will be ready and open for business earlier than usual this year. Brudenell is scheduled to be the first open on Thursday, April 27; Mill River has a planned opening of Friday, May 5; and Crowbush… |
| New PEI Tourism Website Launched
The Minister of Tourism, Honourable Philip Brown, announced today that Prince Edward Island’s travel website has been completely overhauled. The new website www.gentleisland.com is now live to the consumer. “The website look and feel has been enhanced and new navigation features have been added… |
| Tyne Valley Library Moves to the Banks of the Trout River
With twice as much floor space and more room where staff can operate a wide variety of programs and services, the new Tyne Valley Library re-opened recently in a new location located on the quiet banks of the Trout River. Carolyn Millar, Tyne Valley library technician, credited the Community… |
| School Board Policies Now Guide Healthy Eating at School
Education Minister Mildred Dover advised today that Prince Edward Island’s three school boards now have policies in place to promote healthy eating at school. The Eastern School District and the Western School Board adopted new nutrition policies in 2005, and the French Language School Board has… |
| School Board Policies Now Guide Healthy Eating at School
Education Minister Mildred Dover advised today that Prince Edward Island’s three school boards now have policies in place to promote healthy eating at school. The Eastern School District and the Western School Board adopted new nutrition policies in 2005, and the French Language School Board has… |
| Finding the Island Gets Easier for Drivers
Honourable Philip Brown, Minister of Tourism, announced today in the Legislature that new directional signage has been erected in the Moncton area making it easier for travellers to find their way to Prince Edward Island. The Minister stated, “For a number of years now, tourism officials, tourism… |
| Team Canada Atlantic Announces Companies Particpating In Florida Trade Mission
A delegation of 47 companies and organizations from across Atlantic Canada will participate in an upcoming trade mission to Florida. The state, touted by many as the Gateway to the Americas, offers significant opportunities for Atlantic Canadian companies in the areas of advanced manufacturing;… |
| International Students Now Permitted to Work Off-Campus
Federal-provincial agreements signed today will allow international students to work off campus while they are studying in Canada. Education Minister Mildred Dover advised that a new agreement signed today between Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the government of Prince Edward Island and post-… |
| Shea Provides Progress Update on Basin Head Redevelopment Project
Work to repair storm surge damage to the facilities at Basin Head continues to move ahead, Transportation and Public Works Minister Gail Shea announced in the Provincial Legislature today. The Basin Head complex is a major attraction in the Eastern Kings area to both local residents and visitors… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been authorized to increase prices in their dealer and consumer schedules by 4.5 cents per litre (cpl) on gasoline, by 3.7 cpl on diesel and by 3.1 cpl on furnace fuel and stove oil, effective 12:01 a.m. Monday, May… |
| $10 Million Agreement on International Business Development Announced
Prime Minister Stephen Harper, joined by Premier Binns, on behalf of the four Atlantic Premiers, today announced a new five-year, $10 million Canada/Atlantic Provinces Agreement on International Business Development (IBDA) in Charlottetown. The IBDA helps build a stronger trading culture in… |
| May 16, 2006 Census Day
In the Legislature today, Provincial Treasurer Mitch Murphy informed the Members that on May 16, 2006, Canadians will take part in our country’s next census, 340 years after the first census was taken in New France. Between May 2 and May 13, census questionnaires will be delivered to more than 50,… |
| Provincial Library Service Introduces French Language Abbycat
The Provincial Library Service is offering a French language version of the online catalogue, Abbycat, which until recently has only been available in English. Abbycat is an online resource where anyone with internet access can search the collection of the Provincial Library Service. Using Abbycat… |
| Enhanced Physician Strategy Designed To Increase and Retain Physicians in the Province
Chester Gillan, Minister of Health today announced that the province is launching an enhanced Physician Recruitment/Retention and Medical Education Strategy. In the recent spring budget speech, government announced 2.7 million dollars for new physician positions and recruitment and retention… |
| Campaign Launched Today to Improve Literacy
A major campaign was launched today to increase awareness of literacy and to engage Islanders in literacy activities. The PEI Literacy Moments campaign is a signature project of radio stations CFCY and Magic 93. Other partners in the campaign include the Department of Education, PEI Provincial… |
| Campaign Launched Today to Improve Literacy
A major campaign was launched today to increase awareness of literacy and to engage Islanders in literacy activities. The PEI Literacy Moments campaign is a signature project of radio stations CFCY and Magic 93. Other partners in the campaign include the Department of Education, PEI Provincial… |
| Campaign Launched Today to Improve Literacy
A major campaign was launched today to increase awareness of literacy and to engage Islanders in literacy activities. The PEI Literacy Moments campaign is a signature project of radio stations CFCY and Magic 93. Other partners in the campaign include the Department of Education, PEI Provincial… |
| Federal and Provincial Investments of Over $18 Million will make Route 2 Safer for Travellers
Travellers on Route 2, known as the Veterans Memorial Highway, between Summerside and Charlottetown, will be safer thanks to investments of $18.4 million from the Government of Canada and the Province of Prince Edward Island.Through the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund (CSIF), the Governments… |
| License Suspended for Dooly's University Avenue
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the licensed premise known as “Dooly’s University Avenue,” license number SL960023, located in Charlottetown, for the following period of time, that is: for a period of three (3) days for Violation of Section 70(a) and for a period of… |
| Clinic Promotes Healthier Smiles For Islanders
Members of the Dental Association of PEI and the Dental Hygienists Association of PEI; staff of Dental Public Health, Department of Social Services and Seniors; and instructors and students in the Dental Assisting program of Holland College joined forces recently to provide basic dental health… |