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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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| Canadian Wind Energy Institute to be Established at North Cape, Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island’s position as a leader in wind energy research and development has been strengthened with the announcement that the Canadian Wind Energy Institute (CanWEI) will open at North Cape next year. Details of the new facility were announced today by the Honourable Joe McGuire,… |
| Premier Binns Presents First Literacy Award and Calls for Communities to Get Involved in Literacy
Premier Pat Binns presented the first annual Council of the Federation Literacy Award today to Dianne Smith of Charlottetown. The award was created by Canada’s premiers to recognize an individual or organization in each province for their outstanding achievements in literacy. Dianne Smith is an… |
| Prince Edward Island Volunteer Recognition Awards
Government wants to encourage Islanders to nominate their neighbours for the 3rd Annual Prince Edward Island Volunteer Recognition Awards Program. The province today announced the nomination process for the 2005 Volunteer Recognition Award. The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, December 16… |
| Workshop Explores Concept of Value Chain
Value chains are one way being suggested to gain producers a greater share of the food dollar. The concept behind value chains is relatively simple— it calls for a more formal commercial relationship between farmers and retailers. It allows producers to obtain premiums for their product when it has… |
| Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training Support Increased Federal Funding for Post-Secondary Education
The Atlantic ministers of education and training have reinforced the Atlantic premiers’ call to increase federal funding for post-secondary education and training. At a meeting in Brudenell, Prince Edward Island, the ministers also announced new regional initiatives to improve student achievement… |
| Commission Announces Major Price Increases
In response to the disastrous impact of Hurricane Katrina on North American oil production, the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission today authorized unprecedented increases in petroleum prices—unprecedented both in terms of the level of the price increase and the timing, coming one day after a… |
| Government Offers Tips for Reducing Gas Consumption
Islanders coping with the most recent increases in gasoline prices can take some measures to offset those increases. The provincial Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry has compiled a checklist for consumers which will help them take some control over their gasoline expenditures. “This is… |
| Binns Offers to Coordinate Support for Victims of Katrina
Premier Pat Binns says that Islanders are ready and willing to help the people of the southern United States who have been devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The Premier relayed that he has been in contact with both Ambassadors Frank McKenna, Canada's Ambassador to the United States, and David… |
| No Provincial Tax in the Latest Fuel Price Increase
Provincial Treasurer Mitch Murphy wants to emphasize there is no provincial tax included in the increase in petroleum prices announced today by the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission. “It is our understanding that this increase has solely occurred in response to the natural disaster that has… |
| Petroleum Prices to Remain Unchanged
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that petroleum prices in Prince Edward Island will not be adjusted today. The Commission will again review product pricing data on Tuesday, September 6, 2005 and will again adjust prices at that time if necessary. |
| Tree Planting Marks Completion of Eco-Tourism Project In Central Kings
Kayakers, canoeists and other nature enthusiasts were joined today by the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Member of Parliament for Cardigan, the Honourable Mike Currie, Minister of Technology and Development and Mr. Bruce MacLennan, President of the Central Kings Development Committee for a tree-… |
| Binns and Provincial Cabinet Meet in Park Corner - Oyster Bed
The Binns Cabinet continued its summer tour and consultations with community leaders today. The provincial officials are at the New London Community Complex this morning to conduct regular Cabinet business and to meet with the North Rustico Community Council and the New London Community Complex… |
| Premier Declares Today Shinerama Day in Prince Edward Island
Premier Pat Binns today went to the University of Prince Edward Island for his annual participation in the kick-off of Shinerama. The Premier was joined by a large contingent of UPEI students in support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. At the event, Binns praised the students who have… |
| PETROLEUM PRICES TO REMAIN UNCHANGED
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that petroleum prices in Prince Edward Island will not be adjusted today.The Commission will continue to monitor product pricing data and will announce price changes as and when necessary. |
| PEI Liquor Control Commission to Crack Down on the Use of False Identification
Inspectors from the PEI Liquor Control Commission are cracking down on the use of false identification by underage drinkers. The use of false identification is a crime. The inspectors can lay charges that can result in a $500 fine. Minors using an altered driver’s license can lose their license for… |
| Premier Expresses Deep Sadness on Passing of Gary Robichaud
Premier Pat Binns today issued the following statement upon hearing of the passing of Gary Robichaud: “Islanders have lost a dedicated public servant and a true gentleman. As an educator and political leader, Gary directly served thousands of Islanders with little need for recognition or public… |
| The PEI Securities Office Advises Investors to Beware of Hurricane-Related Scams
In the wake of widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) and the PEI Securities Office today warned investors to beware of opportunistic investment scams. “In the aftermath of… |
| Provincial Flags Lowered to Half-Mast
Premier Pat Binns has directed that all provincial flags flying at provincial government properties be lowered to half-mast in honour of the late Gary Robichaud. |
| Collaborative Practice Demonstration Project at Beechwood Family Health Centre Complete
The Collaborative Practice Demonstration Project at Beechwood Family Health Centre in O’Leary has ended due to the fact that two physicians who worked collaboratively with the nurse practitioners have moved on to other areas of the province, Minister of Health & Social Services, Chester Gillan… |
| PEI Joins the World in Proclaiming Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day
The PEI Reproductive Care Program (RCP) joins with the Aboriginal Women’s Association, Women’s Addictions Services and other communities across Canada and the world in support of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day, September 9 at 9:09 a.m. “On the ninth minute of the ninth hour of… |