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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 Binns Expresses Condolences Upon Passing of George Key
Premier Pat Binns today expressed condolences to the family and friends of Mr. George Key upon learning of his passing yesterday. Mr. Key was a prominent business and community leader in Summerside for many years. Mr. Key was also involved in municipal government as a former member of Summerside… |
| Provincial Cabinet Begins Annual Summer Cabinet Tour in West Prince
Premier Pat Binns and the Provincial Cabinet will be travelling to the Alberton-Miminegash area today to hold the first of a series of community Cabinet meetings across Prince Edward Island this summer. Premier Binns and the Provincial Cabinet are continuing their annual tradition of holding… |
| Dr. Peter MacKean Recognized with Prestigious Awards
Dr. Peter MacKean was recently honoured with the Preceptor of the Year Award and the Prince Edward Island 2005 Family Physician of the Year Award in recognition of outstanding training of medical students and residents and exemplary family medicine practice. MacKean was presented with the… |
| Government Provides Four-Month Working Layoff Notice to Employees
This week Government is giving a four-month layoff notice to 330 employees. The notice follows the notification of “affected” status to employees who are in positions affected by reorganization efforts currently underway in Government departments. As the reorganization process unfolds, many… |
| PEILCC and Canadian Liquor Boards Launch Poster Campaign to Promote Water Safety - "Have Fun in the Sun - But Don't Drink 'Til You're Done!"
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission is teaming up with 11 other Canadian liquor boards to encourage boaters and personal watercraft operators to enjoy summer water fun safely by not drinking any alcohol until they have finished their activities for the day. With the message “Have fun… |
| ATLANTIC ENERGY MINISTERS TO FOLLOW PREMIERS’ DIRECTIVE ON REGIONAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Atlantic Energy Ministers wrapped up a meeting today with a pledge to increase co-operation on energy efficiency. The ministers are following up on a recommendation made at the June meeting of the Council of Atlantic Premiers to jointly develop and implement an energy efficiency awareness campaign… |
| Lieutenant Governor Kicks Off Tours
Lieutenant Governor J. Léonce Bernard will kick off his first in a series of four heritage tours beginning on Monday, July 11 when he and Madame Bernard travel through the Queens/East Prince area of the province. Monday, July 11 will begin with visits to Victoria Seaport Museum, Tryon Museum (… |
| PROVINCE LOWERS FLAGS IN HONOUR OF LONDON BOMBING VICTIMS
Premier Pat Binns expressed his sympathy to the victims and families affected by the terrorist attacks which took place earlier today in London, England. “When horrible events like this happen, people from all walks of life, from all corners of the globe, must come together to condemn this type of… |
| Appointment of Director of Program Renewal and Access Information, Department of Provincial Treasury
The Department of Provincial Treasury is pleased to announce that Rick Adams has been appointed as Director of Program Renewal and Access Information. “In addition to his professional qualifications as a Chartered Accountant, Rick brings to the Department many years of public service in the health… |
| East Prince Health Salutes Retiring Staff and Recognizes Long Service
East Prince Health has honoured 33 retiring employees and 23 employees marking long service milestones ranging from 20 to 30 years.The recognition ceremony, held yesterday at the Shipyard Market in Summerside, was an occasion for family, friends and co-workers to gather to celebrate these… |
| Lieutenant Governor to Host annual Garden Party
Their Honours, Lieutenant Governor J. Léonce Bernard and Madame Florence Bernard, are hosting their annual garden party on the grounds of Government House on Thursday, July 14, 2005 from 2 to 4 p.m. This event has been a tradition for Lieutenant Governors and in the past was by invitation only.… |
| July 22 First Deadline for Applications Under the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund
The first deadline for applications under the $54 Million Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (MRIF) is July 22, 2005. In announcing this new program last April 27, the Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island stated that eligible applicants include municipalities, unincorporated areas and… |
| Dairy Farmers Elect New Board Member
Ronald MacWilliams, O’Leary, has been elected to the Dairy Farmers of Prince Edward Island board. He fills a vacancy in the West Prince District created by the recent resignation of Eric Phillips. Mr. MacWilliams’ term begins immediately and expires in March 2007. The Dairy Farmers of Prince Edward… |
| Agri-Tourism Provides New Source of Income
The lush fields of crops that can be seen on any Sunday drive throughout Prince Edward Island have long served as a scenic backdrop for the tourism industry. Now, efforts are being made to further build the links between agriculture and tourism. At a time when visitors are looking for an “… |
| Red Book Values for Vehicles no Longer Available by Telephone at Access PEI sites
Access PEI sites across the province will no longer provide Red Book values for vehicles over the telephone. Concerns about the staff time required prompted the decision. It costs Access PEI about $15,000 a year in staff time to offer the service. Prince Edward Island is the only jurisdiction in… |
| Strathgartney Park Opens June 2005
The Minister of Tourism, Philip Brown, today announced that an agreement has been struck with an area resident, John Havenga, to lease Strathgartney Park, allowing the park to open to the public as early as this week. “I am very pleased that this arrangement has transpired and that we have been… |
| Provincial Library Service Launches TD National Summer Reading Club for 2005 -- Space Exploration: Blast Off !
Capturing the imagination of young readers and promoting the development of lifelong reading habits is the focus of the 2005 Summer Reading Club. This year’s theme "Space Exploration: Blast Off!" was selected to highlight reading as both an educational and exciting experience for children of all… |
| Atlantic Premiers Met Today in Saint John
Premier Bernard Lord hosted the 11th Council of Atlantic Premiers today in Saint John. Premiers Binns and Hamm were joined by the Hon. Tom Marshall, Minister of Justice and Attorney General and Minister for Intergovernmental Affairs of Newfoundland and Labrador.The Atlantic premiers agreed to… |
| First Request for Proposals Called for Wireless Technology Development Fund
The search is on for innovative projects utilizing wireless and hand-held technologies. Technology PEI will issue the first request for proposals under the new Wireless Technology Development Fund on June 17. The $1 million fund will be used to support the development of new products and services… |
| Forest Tent Caterpillar Numbers Rising
Officials with the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry are advising property owners that Prince Edward Island may be about to experience outbreaks of forest tent caterpillars similar to the outbreaks which occurred in late June 2004. Over the past few days, forestry staff have been… |