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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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| Water Testing Made Easier
Minister of Environment and Energy Jamie Ballem has announced changes in water testing services that will make it more convenient for Islanders throughout the province to get their water tested. In the past, water samples had to be dropped off at Access PEI centres prior to 10 a.m. the day of… |
| New Chair of Marketing Council
The Honourable Kevin MacAdam, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Aquaculture and Forestry, today announced that Allison Ellis, West Cape, has been appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council to be a member and chair of the Prince Edward Island Marketing Council for the next three years. Mr.… |
| Premier Binns, Minister MacFadyen Congratulate Contessa Scott and Frank MacIntyre on Gold Medal Win
Premier Pat Binns and the Honourable Elmer MacFadyen, Minister responsible for sport, expressed their congratulations to Contessa Scott and Frank MacIntyre on the gold medal winning performance of the Canadian goalball team in the paralympics in Athens, Greece. Team Canada finished with a record… |
| Islanders Prepare For Hunting Season
A long-standing fall tradition for many Islanders, the opening day of the migratory bird hunting season is next Monday, October 4. Thousands of hunters will take to the fields, woods and waters of Prince Edward Island that morning for their first fall hunting expedition. “For many Island families,… |
| Award Presented For Excellence in Sustainable Agriculture
Peter Bulger, a dairy farmer from Foxley River, has been presented with the 2004 Honourable Gilbert R. Clements Award for Excellence in Sustainable Agriculture. The award was presented to Mr. Bulger today by Premier Pat Binns during a ceremony at the Farm Centre in Charlottetown. The award is… |
| Minister Currie Expresses Disappointment Over the Departure of Helipro
Development and Technology Minister Mike Currie today expressed his disappointment at the departure of Helipro, a division of Vector Aerospace, which was located at Slemon Park. The company has informed the provincial government of its intention to close its operation in mid-October. The company… |
| Simulated Exercise Tests Disaster Response Services in Kings County
Kings County Health Region, in cooperation with the municipalities of Montague and Souris, learned valuable lessons today when they tested disaster response services during a mock hurricane in Kings County. CEO of the Kings Health Region, Betty Fraser said the simulated exercise provided… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that effective October 1, 2004, gasoline prices will not change from their current levels and, therefore, the average maximum pump price of regular unleaded gasoline at self-serve outlets will remain at 88.7 cpl. The Commission did… |
| Manufacturer of Sailing and Rowing Cruiser Begins Production in PEI
Norseboat Limited, located in Belfast, has begun manufacturing and marketing the Norseboat 17.5. This innovative sailing and rowing micro-cruising boat was designed by world-renowned naval architect firm Chuck Paine & Associates based on a concept by Islander Kevin Jeffrey. Constructed from a… |
| Ministers of Education Set New Priorities
At a meeting of the Council of Ministers of Education held recently in Quebec, provincial and territorial ministers of education agreed to work together toward three major priorities: literacy, Aboriginal education and post-secondary capacity. Education Minister Mildred Dover advised that the… |
| Premier Announces Changes to Senior Management
Premier Pat Binns today announced a number of changes to the Province’s senior management team. The Premier noted the changes were precipitated by the retirement of one deputy minister, the re-assignment of others and the re-organization of two departments. The changes become effective October 12,… |
| Closure of Emergency Department Services at Stewart Memorial Hospital
Chester Gillan, Minister of Health and Social Services, announced today that 24-hour emergency department services at Stewart Memorial Hospital in Tyne Valley will close indefinitely effective 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 7, 2004. “The overriding principle in the Health and Community Services… |
| Race on for Biggest Pumpkin
Who grew the biggest pumpkin in Prince Edward Island in 2004? That question will be answered this coming Saturday when growers lug their entries to the annual giant pumpkin grower’s competition at the Silver Bells Christmas Tree Farm in Springvale. The competition is sponsored by the Prince Edward… |
| Cancer Control Strategy Announced for P.E.I.
Prince Edward Islanders can look forward to an enhanced coordinated approach to cancer information and care thanks to the launch of a province-wide cancer control strategy, the P.E.I. Cancer Control Strategy Advisory Committee announced today at the strategy’s launch at the UPEI Student Centre. The… |
| Well-Known French Authors to Visit Prince Edward Island
Two well-known French authors, Danielle Simard and Michel Noël, will be touring Prince Edward Island performing literary readings at immersion schools and French libraries, September 27-29, 2004. The tour is sponsored by the Canada Council of the Arts and organized by the Departments of Community… |
| PEI Renewable Energy Strategy Called Most Progressive in North America
Prince Edward Island’s Renewable Energy Strategy is attracting national and international attention at major industry events this fall. Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Jamie Ballem was one of the featured speakers at the Forum for Renewable Energy Tariffs in Ontario Monday. Organized… |
| Macadam Takes Herring Discussion to Ottawa
Meetings were held today in Ottawa between Prince Edward Island Fisheries Minister Kevin MacAdam and Federal Fisheries and Oceans Minister Geoff Reagan. The meetings were arranged at the request of Mr. MacAdam to discuss the upcoming gulf herring season on the north shore of the Island. The meeting… |
| Between Generations Funding Announced
Technology PEI, in partnership with KenNet Inc, invites Island youth groups to become involved in the Between Generations Program. Applicants to the program must be a recognized youth group or an affiliate. Funding will be provided to eight groups for the purposes of equipment purchases, staffing… |
| Popular Seniors Net Program Available Again
The popular Seniors Net program will again be available to all Islanders over the age of 55. The Seniors Net program consists of two, 90 minute, one-on-one training sessions with a qualified tutor. The first session focuses on basic computer skills in easy-to-understand terms. Some topics will… |
| Youth of the Digital Age Program Extended
Development and Technology Minister Mike Currie today announced that the EasTech CAP site will be administering the Youth of the Digital Age Program. Youth of the Digital Age teaches young people the skills they need to create a Web site. The program will operate out of five elementary schools… |