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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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| Premier Welcomes Jared Connaughton to Special Cabinet Meeting
Premier Pat Binns welcomed a very special guest to the weekly provincial cabinet meeting earlier today. Jared Connaughton received congratulations from the Premier and the Provincial Cabinet as Prince Edward Island’s first ever Canada Games double gold medal winner. Connaughton was presented with… |
| Island Science Students Do Well In International Competition
ENVIROTHON students from Three Oaks Senior High in Summerside were extremely pleased with their performance at the recent 2005 Canon ENVIROTHON in Springfield, Missouri. Team Captain Ashley Martin, and her teammates Jessica McGill, Stephanie Barlow, Melissa McCabe, and Shana Linkletter finished… |
| Province Contributes to Protection of Boughton Island
The Provincial Government is assisting the Nature Conservancy of Canada in acquisition of Boughton Island, Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister Jamie Ballem announced today. The province will contribute $300,000 to this project from its Resource Land Acquisition Fund. This fund uses some of… |
| Binns Statement Regarding CBC
Premier Pat Binns today issued the following statement regarding the current labour dispute at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation: “CBC, through its radio, television and web programming, is an important part of Island life by helping Islanders tell their stories to other Islanders and to the… |
| Nick Jessome Receives 2005 Marine Atlantic Bursary
Nick Jessome of Kinkora is the winner of the 2005 Government of Prince Edward Island Marine Atlantic bursary. The bursary was created by the provincial government as an expression of appreciation to Marine Atlantic employees for their contribution to the Island way of life as providers of the… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been authorized to increase petroleum prices in their dealer and consumer schedules by 8.5 cents per litre (cpl) on gasoline, 2.7 cpl on diesel fuel and 3.5 cpl on furnace and stove oil. Effective September 1, 2005… |
| Prince Edward Island is Again on the World Map with One of its Manufactured Products -- Recycled Plastic Lumber
EnviroAge Plastic Industries Ltd., located on the Lower Pownal Road, has just succeeded in penetrating the Caribbean market with recycled plastic lumber. A container of Island plastic lumber was shipped to the Dominica Republic just last week, and EnviroAge Plastic is presently in the process of… |
| Awards to Recognize PEI Women's Institute's Contribution to Crafts
The Government of Prince Edward Island will recognize the outstanding contribution of the Federated Women’s Institute of PEI to crafts on Prince Edward Island. During its 92-year history, the PEI Women’s Institute has encouraged women to learn and to teach others about handcrafts and has, in the… |
| Directory Makes It Easier to Enjoy Farm Fresh Produce
Islanders and tourists who want to buy locally-grown produce fresh from the farm now have all the information they need at their fingertips in the 2005 Fresh Produce Directory. Every summer the PEI Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture receives numerous calls from Islanders and… |
| Basin Head Ready for Action
Tourism PEI would like to let Islanders and visitors know that Basin Head Provincial Park is open and ready for everyone to hit the beach. Damage done by tidal surges over the winter months has been addressed in the first stage of clean up, allowing visitors to the area to access the famous singing… |
| Lobster Landings Decline
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Aquaculture Kevin MacAdam released preliminary statistics today on the 2005 spring lobster season. Preliminary figures show a decrease in total landings over last year. The preliminary landing figures were compiled by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries… |
| PEI Government Announces Coverage for Alzheimer's Drugs
Three Alzheimer’s drugs – Aricept, Exelon, and Reminyl – have been approved for coverage under PEI’s provincial drug program, effective July 1, 2005, Minister of Health and Social Services Chester Gillan announced today. The decision is based on the recommendation of the Atlantic Expert… |
| Habitat For Humanity to Develop Two New Affordable Homes in Hunter River
A Hunter River property once occupied by the RCMP is being converted into a side-by-side duplex, creating two new affordable homes for low income families. The Honourable Wayne Easter, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the Honourable Joe Fontana, Minister of Labour and Housing, along… |
| Province To Consult Islanders About Daylight Savings Time
Premier Pat Binns today announced plans to consult Islanders for their views regarding proposed changes to the current system of daylight savings time. This week, the United States Congress approved a measure to change the time when daylight savings occurs as part of an energy conservation bill.… |
| Annual Summer Cabinet Tour Continues in Southern Kings
Premier Pat Binns and the Provincial Cabinet will be travelling to the Southern Kings area today as the annual series of community Cabinet meetings across Prince Edward Island continues this summer. Premier Binns and the Provincial Cabinet are continuing their annual tradition of holding meetings… |
| International Healthcare Company Selects PEI as a Location for its Aqua Research and Development Site
Prince Edward Island has been named as a key research centre for the aqua health business of a leading global animal health company, according to Michael Currie, Minister of Development and Technology. Aqua Health Ltd., a subsidiary of Swiss-based Novartis Animal Health, announced the establishment… |
| Province Announces Formation of Judicial Appointments Advisory Committee
Attorney General Mildred Dover today announced the creation of a Judicial Appointments Advisory Committee to begin the selection process for a new Provincial Court Judge. The process will fill a vacancy left by the retirement of Judge Ralph Thompson on October 21, 2005. “The Judicial Appointments… |
| Amendments to Tobacco Sales to Minors Act Result in Stronger Legislation Designed to Protect Island Families from Harmful Effects of Tobacco Products
Amendments to the Tobacco Sales to Minors Act will result in stronger legislation around the accessibility to tobacco products. These amendments focus primarily on restricting venues where tobacco products can be sold, with particular focus on places where young people may be present. To reflect… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been authorized to adjust petroleum prices in their dealer and consumer schedules as follows: an increase of 2.0 cents per litre (cpl) on gasoline, an increase of 1.0 cpl on furnace and stove oil and a decrease of 1.… |
| Binns Takes Provincial Cabinet to Summerside
Premier Pat Binns and the Provincial Cabinet are in the City of Summerside today as part of their regular summer tour schedule. Provincial officials are convening this morning at the Summerside City Hall for meetings with Mayor Basil Stewart and the Summerside City Council, as well as… |