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| Government Calls for Expressions of Interest to Establish a Biodiesel Plant
The Government of Prince Edward Island took another step forward today in efforts to establish a biodiesel facility in the province. Premier Pat Binns and Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Jamie Ballem released a request for expressions of interest for establishment of an oil seed… |
| Securities Office Attaches Terms and Conditions on Registration of Portus Alternative Asset Management Inc.
The Securities Office attached Terms and Conditions today under subsection 3(4) of the Securities Act (the “Act”) on Portus Alternative Asset Management Inc. (“Portus”), a registered Portfolio Manager/Investment Counsel. The Terms and Conditions prohibit Portus from opening new client accounts and… |
| Strengthened Highway Traffic Act Comes Into Effect on February 5, 2005
Transportation and Public Works Minister Gail Shea today advised the public that recent changes to strengthen the Highway Traffic Act, passed during the Fall 2004 Session of the Legislature, will come into effect on February 5, 2005. “The Highway Traffic Act is an important tool in helping set and… |
| Update on Conditions at Hazelbrook C&D Site
The Fire Marshall’s Office and the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry provided an update today on conditions at the construction and demolition (C&D) disposal site in Hazelbrook. Site operators Maintenance Services Limited advised provincial officials Thursday that there were flames… |
| Province Provides Update on Damage to Basin Head
The Province of Prince Edward Island today provided an update to the public on the status of the Basin Head complex following the storm surge in late December which caused extensive damage to the facilities. The Basin Head complex is a major attraction in the Eastern Kings area to both local… |
| Province Provides Update on Damage to Basin Head
The Province of Prince Edward Island today provided an update to the public on the status of the Basin Head complex following the storm surge in late December which caused extensive damage to the facilities. The Basin Head complex is a major attraction in the Eastern Kings area to both local… |
| Islanders Donate Generously to Tsunami Relief
Customers at the province’s 18 liquor stores have made an important contribution to tsunami relief. Collection boxes were placed in the stores on December 30th and were there for approximately two weeks. During that time, $12 ,045.44 was donated by liquor store customers. “Islanders have always… |
| Habitat for Humanity Opens New Affordable Homes in Prince Edward Island
The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Member of Parliament for Cardigan, on behalf of the Honourable Joe Fontana, Minister of Labour and Housing, along with the Honourable Chester Gillan, Prince Edward Island Minister of Health and Social Services, today officially announced the opening of two new… |
| Province Proclaims February 7 to February 14, 2005 as Family Violence Prevention Week in Prince Edward Island
The Province of Prince Edward Island today officially proclaimed the week of February 7 to 14, 2005, as Family Violence Prevention Week on Prince Edward Island. “Family Violence Prevention Week is an important time for Islanders,” said Premier Pat Binns. “It’s a time when everyone in society can… |
| Province Proclaims February 7 to February 14, 2005 as Family Violence Prevention Week in Prince Edward Island
The Province of Prince Edward Island today officially proclaimed the week of February 7 to 14, 2005, as Family Violence Prevention Week on Prince Edward Island. “Family Violence Prevention Week is an important time for Islanders,” said Premier Pat Binns. “It’s a time when everyone in society can… |
| Results of Air Quality Monitoring at Hazelbrook
Provincial health and environment officials provided an update today on air monitoring activities at the construction and demolition (C&D) disposal site in Hazelbrook. Air quality officials from the PEI Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry and Environment Canada were onsite Friday… |
| Results of Air Quality Monitoring at Hazelbrook
Provincial health and environment officials provided an update today on air monitoring activities at the construction and demolition (C&D) disposal site in Hazelbrook. Air quality officials from the PEI Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry and Environment Canada were onsite Friday… |
| 2005 "Order" Nominations Now Being Accepted
Nominations for the 2005 Order of Prince Edward Island are now being accepted by the Order of Prince Edward Island Advisory Council. The Order was established in 1996 and is the highest honour that the Province may bestow. It is awarded annually to Prince Edward Islanders (or long-term residents… |
| Computer Hosted Registry Indexing System (Chris) Receives Face-Lift
The Taxation and Property Records Division of the Provincial Treasury is pleased to announce the recent implementation of an enhanced Computer Hosted Registry Indexing System (CHRIS). CHRIS is a client/server application that allows for the efficient registration, indexing, storage, retrieval and… |
| 55 Alive Program Continues to Benefit Mature Island Drivers
A unique partnership designed to increase safety on Island roads is continuing to make a positive impact. The 55 Alive Program is a course that’s been used across North America and is designed to assist mature drivers compensate for the natural decline in driving skills as they age and experience… |
| ArtsSmarts Programs Set to Begin in Island Schools
The ArtsSmarts program, launched in October 2004, will begin with selected pilot projects in each of the three school boards. Island students across the province will have the opportunity to learn and explore the various curriculum areas through music, drama, dance, literature, and the visual arts… |
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