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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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| Electoral Poll Shows Strong Awareness and Intent to Vote
The Commission on Prince Edward Island’s Electoral Future today released the results of a poll conducted in two waves during the weeks of September 5 and October 24. In each wave, a representative sample of 400 Islanders aged 18 and over were interviewed by telephone. Statistical reliability is… |
| Province Wins Round One
The Supreme Court of Prince Edward Island has ruled that the provincial government’s case on fisheries management issues against the federal government can proceed. The provincial government and others launched the lawsuit earlier this year challenging the constitutional authority of the federal… |
| PEI Company Grows Staff 12 to 80 in Three Years
As a result of increased sales from regional and international contracts, Cabinetmaster Architectural Woodwork Limited (CAWL) has increased its staff significantly over the last three years. In 2002, when Gordie Kirkpatrick, general manager and owner, purchased the company, he employed 12 people… |
| Green Firewood Use Causing Concern
A renewed interest in firewood to offset higher home heating costs has led to a shortage of properly seasoned wood, forcing some homeowners to burn “green” wood. This has caused a great deal of concern to Island fire brigades and insurance companies because burning unseasoned fuelwood can create… |
| Premier Reaffirms Government Policy
Premier Pat Binns, today, reassured residents of West Prince that his government is not considering closing or consolidating schools. The Premier was reacting to media reports where an area MLA was seeking input from residents. "While I appreciate that MLAs need to engage constituents on important… |
| 3-D Mobile and Electronic Company Set to Begin Operations in Atlantic Technology Centre
Hon. Mike Currie, Minister of Development and Technology, today announced Bight Interactive has selected the Atlantic Technology Centre in Charlottetown as home for its 3-D mobile gaming and interactive entertainment business. “This is an exciting announcement because it demonstrates that Prince… |
| New Technology Improves Potato Grading
W.P. Griffin Limited of Elmsdale is poised to lead the Canadian potato industry when it comes to grading the crop. With financial help from the P.E.I. ADAPT Council (which administers the Canadian Adaptation and Rural Development Fund in the province from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada), the… |
| Infrastructure Funding Benefits Charlottetown
Four projects from Charlottetown with a total cost of $3.5 million were announced today under the first round of the Canada-Prince Edward Island Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF).“Quality infrastructure is an essential component for strong and vibrant communities. I am very pleased that… |
| Twelve Infrastructure Projects Announced in Central Prince Edward Island
Twelve projects in communities from Miltonvale Park to Kensington, with a total value of more than $5.8 million, have been announced under the first round of the Canada-Prince Edward Island Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF).“This significant infrastructure investment, in areas such as… |
| Communities in Western PEI to Benefit From Infrastructure Projects
Several projects in western Prince Edward Island communities, with a total value of more than $1.4 million, have been announced under the first round of the Canada-Prince Edward Island Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF).“One of the main priorities of the Government of Canada is to improve… |
| Eleven Projects in Eastern Prince Edward Island Receive Infrastructure Funding
A total of 11 projects in the eastern Prince Edward Island towns and communities of Stratford, Souris, Pownal, Mount Stewart, Morell, Montague, Lorne Valley, Georgetown and Alexandra have been announced under the first round of the Canada-Prince Edward Island Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (… |
| Team Canada Atlantic Targets Florida for Spring Trade Mission
Hot on the heels of its trade mission to Chicago, Illinois, Team Canada Atlantic today announced that it is targeting Florida for its next trade mission. Approximately 40 companies and organizations from across Atlantic Canada will participate in the mission, scheduled for May 14-18, 2006.“We look… |
| Commission Announces "Proposed Model Will Stay the Same, Though No Dual Candidacy"
The Commission on PEI’s Electoral Future has considered the public comments it has heard to date and will not alter the structure of the proposed Mixed Member Proportional system it released to the public for consideration in late May. The public will have a final opportunity to seek clarification… |
| Lifelong Libraries -- Discover Us!
CANADIAN LIBRARY WEEK - OCTOBER 17-24, 2005The theme for Canadian Library Week 2005 – Lifelong Libraries – Discover Us! – celebrates libraries as a place for people of all ages from babies to grandparents. Public libraries across the province will celebrate Canadian Library Week, October 17-24,… |
| Prince Edward Island Announces New Tourism Advertising Agency
Honourable Philip Brown, Minister of Tourism PEI, is pleased to announce that a Committee of the Tourism Advisory Council has completed a selection process and a new tourism advertising agency has been chosen. Effective immediately, Grey Worldwide of Toronto will assist in the production and… |
| Parents Receive Tools to Help Children Become Good Readers
A new family literacy project was launched today during Canadian Library Week to help children become good readers. The new PEI Reads project has five parts. Parents of all 4,600 children in grades one to three will receive a parent guide to help children learn to read. Each child will be… |
| Parents Receive Tools to Help Children Become Good Readers
A new family literacy project was launched today during Canadian Library Week to help children become good readers. The new PEI Reads project has five parts. Parents of all 4,600 children in grades one to three will receive a parent guide to help children learn to read. Each child will be… |
| Province Announces Plan to Help Islanders Reduce Home Heating Costs
The Province of Prince Edward Island has announced details of a $1.4 million energy assistance plan to help Islanders deal with higher home heating costs, save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions which contribute to climate change. Premier Pat Binns and Minister of Environment, Energy and… |
| Regulations Proposed For Franchises Operating in Prince Edward Island
The Office of the Attorney General is releasing proposed franchise regulations for Prince Edward Island. The proposed regulations are now available for comment by interested parties. Written comments are to be submitted to the Office of the Attorney General by November 25, 2005. “Franchises are… |
| Gasoline Prices Decrease
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been directed to reduce gasoline prices in their dealer and consumer schedules by 10 cents per litre, effective 12:01 a.m. Saturday, October 22, 2005.Pump prices for regular unleaded gasoline at self-serve outlets… |