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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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| MINISTER ISSUES CALL FOR BIDS FOR OIL AND NATURAL GAS EXPLORATION
Minister of Environment and Energy Jamie Ballem has issued a Call For Bids for oil and natural gas exploration rights on four separate parcels of land. The lands are located in East Prince and West Queens Counties. They encompass 71,218 hectares, 35,609 hectares, 71,326 hectares and 53,615 hectares… |
| Eleven Islanders to Receive the ORDRE DE LA PLÉIADE During International Conference
Eleven individuals from Prince Edward Island will be awarded the prestigious Ordre de la Pléiade during a ceremony that will be held at the Delta Prince Edward on July 6. The Pléiade is an order created by the Assemblée parlementaire de la Francophonie (APF) that recognizes the accomplishments of… |
| Deadline for Lobster Buying Licenses
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, Aquaculture and Forestry would like to remind fish buyers that the deadline for applications for lobster buying licenses for the fall lobster season (for Area 25) is July 10. Licenses will not be issued for applications received after the July 10 deadline… |
| LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR TO HOST ANNUAL GARDEN PARTY
Their Honours, Lieutenant Governor J. Léonce Bernard and Madame Florence Bernard, are hosting their fourth annual garden party on the grounds of Government House on Thursday, July 8, 2004 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. This event has been a tradition for Lieutenant Governors and in the past was by… |
| Cabinet to Meet in Borden-Carleton
Premier Pat Binns and the Provincial Cabinet will be travelling to the Borden-Carleton area today to hold the first community cabinet meeting of the summer. Premier Binns and the provincial cabinet are continuing their tradition of holding meetings in Island communities throughout the summer and… |
| Aerospace Company Attributes Growing Success to Employees
MDS-PRAD Technologies Corporation, a research and development, engineering and production company, has exceeded employment expectations and plans to expand. The company is located in Slemon Park and is one of the newest additions to the growing aerospace park. It opened less than one year ago,… |
| PEI Securities Office Warns Investors to Read the Fine Print Before Purchasing Investor Software
The Prince Edward Island Securities Office is warning investors to read the fine print before purchasing investment software. Some companies’ ads promise that you will get rich quick, risk-free, without any previous investing experience. These ads claim that you can trade with peace of mind, while… |
| Advisory Council on the Status of Women Holds 83rd Council Meeting
Crowbush, PEI – The Prince Edward Island Advisory Council on the Status of Women held its 83rd Council meeting at Rodd's Crowbush Resort on June 30. "With the federal election behind us, we feel very hopeful about the potential for moving forward on issues that are important to many Island women… |
| Community of Cardigan Officially Launches Waterfront Development
The community of Cardigan will come alive Saturday evening with the sights and sounds of the community’s seafaring past. The Cardigan Communities Development Association Inc. is holding the official launch of its waterfront development, which features a marina and an interpretive centre. The… |
| Provincial Government Will Oppose Establishment
Premier Pat Binns today advised that the Government of Prince Edward Island is opposed to exotic dancing being offered at any licensed establishments. The Premier confirmed government’s position in response to discussion that such a facility is being proposed at the old Mount Pleasant Flying Club… |
| Seniors' Emergency Home Repair Program
Low to moderate income seniors who own their homes can now register for financial assistance with repairs through the Seniors’ Emergency Home Repair Program, Health and Social Services Minister, Chester Gillan announced today. “Government promised a renewed seniors’ home repair program,” said… |
| Charges Laid Under PEI Fisheries Act
Five charges have been laid under the PEI Fisheries Act against Summerside Seafood Supreme. The company has been charged under Section 2(1) of the Fisheries Act Regulations with two counts of processing fish without a licence; and under Section 5(1) of the regulations with two counts of processing… |
| Beach Goers Encouraged to Help Keep Shorelines Clean
Visitors to many of the Island’s popular beaches are being reminded this summer to help keep the shorelines clean. Students with the province’s Environment Futures Program are putting up signs at 42 public beaches this week, encouraging beach goers to take their trash with them when they leave. The… |
| Souris Hospital Temporary Closure of Emergency Room Services
Mike Gallant, Chair of Kings Health Region Board, announced today that, due to physician vacations, 24-hour emergency room services at the Souris Hospital will be unavailable for 10 days. “Effective 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 13 until 8 a.m. Friday, July 23, Souris Hospital will not offer emergency room… |
| Explore PEI Crafts by Picking up New Island Directory
A new Prince Edward Island Craft, Art and Giftware Directory is now available at all PEI Visitor Information Centres. This directory encourages people to experience this vibrant industry by visiting local, talented artisans. There are a wide variety of fine crafts ranging from whimsical to… |
| PEI Mission Staff Named for 2005 Canada Summer Games
The Honourable Elmer MacFadyen, Minister responsible for Sport, today announced the Team PEI Mission Staff for the 2005 Canada Summer Games to be held in Regina, Saskatchewan, August 6-20, 2005. “The Mission Staff are an integral part of Team PEI. Their role is to ensure that PEI is prepared for… |
| Meningococcal Illness in Long Term Care Facility
An 89-year-old female resident of Perrin’s Clinton View Lodge in Clinton who died last Thursday night at the Prince County Hospital was found to have meningococcal bacteria in her blood, Chief Health Officer Dr. Lamont Sweet announced this morning. Although the bacteria was found in her blood, she… |
| InterACTIVE Theatre Open for the Summer
The InterACTIVE Theatre at the Atlantic Technology Centre will be open to the public for the summer. The theatre will feature three shows daily from Tuesday through Saturday. During the months of July and August, the theatre will be open Tuesday through Saturday. Show times are:-10:30 a.m. - 11:30… |
| Celebrate Tourism Week on Prince Edward Island, June 20 - 26
Tourism on Prince Edward Island has received a lot of attention in the past and is about to receive a lot more. As our summer season begins, Tourism Week, June 20-26, will invite everyone on P.E.I. to learn more about the industry that infused $350 million dollars into our economy in the year 2003… |
| Minister Announces Formation of Advisory Committee on Disability Issues
Hon. Chester Gillan, Minister Responsible for People with Disabilities, announced the establishment of the inaugural members to the Ministerial Advisory Committee on Disability Issues today. The committee will provide the minister with advice on a wide range of issues relating to the disability… |