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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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| Reduction in QEH Emergency Department Physician Coverage Beginning Christmas Week
Due to a reduction in physician coverage at the QEH Emergency Department, it is anticipated that, as of Christmas weekend, there will be longer wait times for non urgent cases until two full-time physicians are found. Dr. Richard Wedge, Director of Medical Services for the Department of Health,… |
| Early Learning Programs and Educators Receive $1.5 Million for Christmas
This month government will invest approximately $1.5 million into the Prince Edward Island regulated early learning and child care sector. The investment will be directed to early childhood centres, educators and parents across Prince Edward Island. The funding is the result of a child care… |
| PEI Government Commits to Improving Access to Health Services
Chester Gillan, Minister of Health, today announced that the PEI Government is committed to improving access to services in the five national priority areas for wait times. These areas include cancer, heart, diagnostic imaging, sight restoration and joint replacement. PEI will also strive to meet… |
| Renewable Energy Act Proclaimed and Regulations Passed
The Government of Prince Edward Island continues to move forward with its plans to make PEI a national leader in renewable energy research and development. The Renewable Energy Act has been proclaimed with the exception of one section and Government has approved three sets of regulations which will… |
| Premier Demands Retraction of Erroneous Guardian Story and Reconfirms Government's Commitment to Rural Hospitals
Premier Pat Binns is demanding a full retraction of a Guardian news story today that erroneously suggests his government will replace rural hospitals with paramedics. The Premier categorically denies making any statements that would suggest rural hospital closures. “It goes against the entire… |
| Province Approves Changes to Motor Vehicle Inspection Fees
The Department of Transportation and Public Works today announced that changes to fees levied for motor vehicle safety inspections will occur in the new year. The Department of Transportation and Public Works relies on private sector operators to carry out annual motor vehicle safety inspections… |
| Lieutenant Governor to Host Annual Levee
Lieutenant Governor J. Léonce Bernard and Madame Florence Bernard will host their annual Levee at Government House on Sunday, January 1, 2006 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This will be the fifth Levee that has been hosted by the Bernards. They are both looking forward to extending greetings to new… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been authorized to increase gasoline prices in their dealer and consumer schedules by 2.5 cents per litre (cpl) effective 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, January 1, 2006.Pump prices for regular unleaded gasoline at self-serve… |
| Winter Angling Season Opens
Avid sport fishers in Prince Edward Island are gearing up for one of the province’s lesser known but most enjoyed winter activities. Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Jamie Ballem said the 2005 winter ice fishing season will open Saturday, January 7, and run through to March 31. “Winter… |
| PEI Model Forest Partnership Seeks Proposals
The PEI Model Forest Network Partnership Ltd. has issued another request for project proposals. These proposals must support the sustainable management of Prince Edward Island’s public and private forest lands by encouraging and supporting research or education initiatives which promote forest… |
| Minister Proclaims Environmental Health Week
January 2 to 8 is Environmental Health Week in Prince Edward Island, recognizing the important work of Public Health Inspectors, Health Minister Chester Gillan noted today. Environmental Health Week is a national campaign by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI), to recognize… |
| Minister Welcomes Telos Productions to Atlantic Technology Centre
Hon. Mike Currie, Minister of Development and Technology, today welcomed Telos Productions Inc. to the Atlantic Technology Centre, as the television, multimedia, animation and film production company begins operation on a new video game production. “When we constructed the ATC, we were confident… |
| QEH Works Closely with Canadian Association of Radiologists to Resolve Mammography Issue
Pat Lee, Executive Director for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) said today that the hospital has been working closely with the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) to develop a plan to restore public confidence concerning the current issue of dust particles on mammography equipment at the… |
| Government Announces Partnership with Hospital Foundations and Canada Health Infoway to Develop Electronic Health Record for Islanders
Premier Pat Binns, along with Health Minister Chester Gillan, announced at a launch event today that the Department of Health has signed a contract with Cerner Corporation to develop and implement a Clinical Information System, paving the way for the development of an Electronic Health Record (EHR… |
| Product Development Seminar to be Held in Charlottetown
The Prince Edward Island (PEI) Food Technology Centre (FTC) in partnership with the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) is pleased to host a product development seminar on January 31, 2006 at the Best Western Charlottetown. All PEI Food processors are invited to participate in the Dairy Ingredients and… |
| QEH and PCH Mammography Units Receive Provisional Accreditation from the Canadian Association of Radiologists
Pat Lee, Executive Director for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) confirmed today that the hospital’s two mammography (breast screening) units have received provisional accreditation from the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR). He noted, “Physicians and staff have been working diligently… |
| Premier Binns Proclaims Mark MacDonald Day
Premier Pat Binns today announced that January 13, 2006 will be proclaimed Mark MacDonald Day in Prince Edward Island. The special designation is intended to honour the Island harness driver’s Canadian record setting season for wins. A native of Kingston, Prince Edward Island, Mark MacDonald, 27,… |
| Minister Currie Says PEI Trade Missions are Creating Jobs and Opportunities for Island Companies
Hon. Mike Currie, Minister of Development and Technology today released figures of 2005 Team PEI Trade Missions and says the numbers show Island companies are generating jobs and opportunities. Thirty-eight Island companies took part in trade missions to Chile, China, Boston, Chicago, Calgary and… |
| Notice of Winter Weight Restrictions
The Department of Transportation and Public Works today advised the travelling public that winter weight restrictions will take effect on all Island highways effective at 12:01 a.m., Saturday, January 14, 2006. Winter weight restrictions are being enacted as a result of warmer than usual weather… |
| New ArtsSmarts Projects Receive Funding
Funding of $45,000 will be provided for thirteen new ArtsSmarts projects in Prince Edward Island schools this year. The ArtsSmarts program supports students to learn core subjects using music, drama, dance and the visual arts. ArtsSmarts is a program of the Canadian Conference of the Arts. It is… |