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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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| Nouveau Wines Available Thursday, November 17 at PEILCC Stores
Four “Nouveau” wines, all Beaujolais Nouveau from France, will be available at most PEI Liquor Commission stores across Prince Edward Island starting the morning of Thursday, November 17, 2005. The annual arrival of the Beaujolais Nouveau is one of the highlight’s of the year in the wine lover’s… |
| Minister of Health Appoints Community Hospital Authority Board Members
The Honourable Chester Gillan, Minister of Health today confirmed the appointments of Community Hospital Board members across the province. The appointments will be effective upon proclamation of the Community Hospital Authorities Act planned for January 2006 and will continue until a successor… |
| Education Minister Advocates for Fair Access to the Internet by Students and Teachers
Education Minister Mildred Dover is urging Islanders to contact members of parliament and senators requesting their support in Ottawa for an amendment to a new Bill that could force schools to pay to use the Internet. The federal government has introduced new copyright legislation, Bill C-60, which… |
| Provincial Treasurer Releases the Prince Edward Island Economy Progress Report 2005
Today the Honourable Mitchell Murphy, Provincial Treasurer, released the 2005 Prince Edward Island Economy Progress Report. This report presents an overview of the most recent data concerning the Provincial economy. “The economy in 2005 is benefiting from a robust non-residential construction… |
| Government of Canada and Prince Edward Island are Working with Partners to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island today announced that they will work in partnership with a private sector partner on a project that will help PEI maximize its renewable energy resources, and result in real and concrete reductions of greenhouse gas emissions. Participating in the… |
| Souris Hospital Emergency Room Closure
Terry Campbell, administrator for Souris Hospital and Colville Manor today advised that the Souris Hospital Emergency Room will be closed effective 8 p.m., Sunday, November 20 until 12 noon, Monday, November 21. Souris Hospital will not be offering emergency outpatient coverage during these times… |
| PEI Communities to Receive $37.5 Million Through the New Deal for Cities and Communities
Canada and Prince Edward Island today signed an agreement that will result in $37.5 million of federal gas tax revenues invested in communities across Prince Edward Island. Joining the Minister of Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Joseph McGuire, there on behalf of Minister of State (… |
| Atlantic Canada Premiers to Promote Atlantic Canada’s Business Environment to Calgary Chamber of Commerce
The premiers of Canada’s Atlantic provinces are in Calgary today to promote the region’s economic opportunities and to build stronger partnerships with Alberta’s business community. This initiative reflects a commitment by the four premiers to work together to strengthen and grow Atlantic Canada’s… |
| Province Releases Physical Activity Strategy for Prince Edward Island
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), physical inactivity is one of the ten global causes of death and disability. Today, the Honourable Elmer MacFadyen, Minister of Community and Cultural Affairs released a strategy designed to increase physical activity among Islanders. “The Prince… |
| PINPOINTING THE RIGHT CUT
Food safety is becoming a growing concern with today's consumer. To ensure that food is top quality "from gate to plate," both producers and processors needed to be able to trace back the source of any problems that might occur. With funding help from the P.E.I. ADAPT Council (which administers… |
| Strategy Unveiled to Further Develop Prince Edward Island’s Bioscience Sector
A strategy to accelerate the growth of Prince Edward Island’s bioscience sector over the next five years was unveiled today by the Honourable Joe McGuire, Minister of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA); the Honourable Pat Binns, Premier of Prince Edward Island; and the newly formed PEI… |
| Province to Conduct a Plebiscite Vote on the Mixed Member Proportional Representation for Prince Edward Island
The Lieutenant Governor in Council has set the date of November 28, 2005 for a provincial plebiscite on the Mixed Member Proportional System as presented by the Commission of PEI’s Electoral Future for Prince Edward Island. The province has approved the question for the plebiscite as presented by… |
| Grade One Students to Receive Free Book as Part of TD Canadian Children's Book Week
The Minister of Community and Cultural Affairs, Elmer MacFadyen, invites all grade one children in Prince Edward Island to visit their local public library October 29 to November 5, 2005 to receive a free copy of Alligator Stew: Favourite Poems by Dennis Lee. This is the fifth year that the… |
| Province Cautions Island Consumers Regarding Purchasing Flood-Damaged Vehicles
The Department of Transportation and Public Works would like to notify Island consumers to be aware of the potential that flood-damaged vehicles from the Gulf Coast could make their way to Prince Edward Island for resale as used vehicles. “Vehicles cross the border every day for resale and some may… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been directed to reduce prices in their dealer and consumer schedules by 1 cent per litre on gasoline, and by 5.0 cents per litre on diesel, furnace fuel and stove oil, effective 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2005.… |
| Premier Announces Opening of Legislative Assembly
Premier Pat Binns announced today that the Prince Edward Island Legislative Assembly will open on Wednesday, November 16. The Third Session of the 62nd General Assembly will begin at 3 p.m. with the reading of the Speech from the Throne by the Honourable J. Léonce Bernard, Lieutenant Governor. In… |
| Minister Releases 2005 Lobster Landings
Overall lobster landings in Prince Edward Island this year were down 1.4 million pounds from 2004 according to preliminary figures released today by Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture Kevin MacAdam. Total landings for 2005 were 18.5 million pounds. This represents a 7.4 percent… |
| Island Projects to Be Featured in National ArtsSmarts Exhibition
Four projects from Prince Edward Island schools will be featured as part of the ArtsSmarts National Exhibition at the University of Moncton Art Gallery October 31 to November 6. Projects from Athena Consolidated, Birchwood Junior High, and Elm Street Elementary schools will be on display at the… |
| Island Projects to Be Featured in National ArtsSmarts Exhibition
Four projects from Prince Edward Island schools will be featured as part of the ArtsSmarts National Exhibition at the University of Moncton Art Gallery October 31 to November 6. Projects from Athena Consolidated, Birchwood Junior High, and Elm Street Elementary schools will be on display at the… |
| Rodd Hotels and Resorts Wins National Tourism Award! Tourism Industry Association of Canada Awards Rodd Hotels and Resorts The Business of the Year Award
The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) held their 2005 annual meeting in Quebec City last week and Rodd Hotels and Resorts captured one of their most prestigious awards - The APR Media Ltd. Business of the Year Award - Multiple Unit. The national association is a private sector advocate… |