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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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| Statement on the new RCMP commanding officer
The following is a statement from Premier and Minister of Justice and Public Safety Wade MacLauchlan:On behalf of the province of Prince Edward Island, I congratulate Chief Superintendent Joanne Crampton on being named the RCMP L Division’s commanding officer. The RCMP is the province’s police… |
| Prince Edward Island’s key interests advanced during meetings of premiers
Premier Wade MacLauchlan recently attended the Council of the Federation meetings to represent and advance Prince Edward Island’s interests in strategic areas such as healthcare and energy in regional and national discussions.The Council of the Federation, which comprises Canada’s 13 provincial and… |
| New programs for medications and medical sharps collection launched in the province
The Island Medications Return Program and Island Sharps Collection Program are helping Islanders to safely dispose of medications and sharps and protect the environment, says Communities, Land and Environment Minister Robert Mitchell. “We want to ensure Island residents have a convenient way to… |
| New programs for medications and medical sharps collection launched in the province
The Island Medications Return Program and Island Sharps Collection Program are helping Islanders to safely dispose of medications and sharps and protect the environment, says Communities, Land and Environment Minister Robert Mitchell. “We want to ensure Island residents have a convenient way to… |
| New partnership sets the stage for Canada’s Food Island
A new industry led, government supported partnership will engage primary industries, food producers, culinary experts and research institutions to expand food exports, create new products and cement Prince Edward Island’s reputation as a world class producer of food and leading culinary… |
| Prince Edward Island talks renewable energy at Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference
Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar recently attended meetings in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with the federal, provincial, and territorial ministers responsible for energy and mines.“I was pleased to have the opportunity to discuss future energy projects with my counterparts… |
| Student Drug Use 2004 -2013 Report Released
The most recent student drug use report shows ongoing substance use and misuse among youth in Prince Edward Island.“The report describes the prevalence and trends of tobacco, alcohol and drug use, as reported by Island students in grades 6-12 from 2004 to 2013,” said Dr. Carolyn Sanford, Provincial… |
| Love our Lobster continues to grow
The support by Islanders and tourists for Prince Edward Island lobster is clear from the continued success of our Love our Lobster campaign, says Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac.“Since Love our Lobster began, we have seen a huge growth not only in the number of retailers… |
| PEI Liquor Control Commission continues to support Canadian Cancer Society’s daffodil pin campaign
The PEI Liquor Control Commission generated over $10,000. in customer donations in support of the Canadian Cancer Society through the annual daffodil pin campaign for a total of $48,000. over the past 3 years of the partnership. “Our customers and staff continue to show their support for the work… |
| Legislative amendments to reduce tobacco use and protect the public from its harmful effects
Legislative changes will come into force this fall that will regulate the use and sale of electronic smoking devices, and public consultations will begin on access to flavoured tobacco products, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie.Following recent amendments to the Smoke Free Places Act,… |
| Designated drivers can win free tickets to upcoming festivals
The Tyne Valley Oyster Festival is partnering with the PEI Liquor Control Commission on a contest to encourage the use of designated drivers at the oyster festival and at Rock the Boat Musicfest.“Both festivals were a huge success last year and we wanted to look at how we could continue to grow… |
| Souris Dialysis Unit now offers better care and more comfortable surroundings
The newly renovated dialysis unit at Souris Hospital is improving access to high quality dialysis care for Kings County patients who require the life-sustaining treatment, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “The $300,000 renovation has provided Kings County patients with a higher… |
| Rock the Boat Returns to the Tyne Valley Oyster Festival
Get ready to stomp your feet! The Rock the Boat Music Festival is coming back to the Tyne Valley Oyster Festival. The 2014 Oyster Festival attracted over 15,000 visitors to its longstanding and successful tourism event in western PEI, with Rock the Boat proving to be a major additional draw in its… |
| icejam games inc. Creating New Chapter in Free-to-Play Game Story
The world of mobile gaming has grown rapidly in popularity. Over 20 million Canadians are now using a smartphone as their number one accessory, and many of them are using their phones to play games. Charlottetown-based icejam™ is poised to take advantage of this growth with its innovative playable… |
| Ministers attend meeting with Maritime Seafood Coalition
Minister of Workforce and Advanced Learning Richard Brown and Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac said they were very pleased with the information provided to federal and provincial government officials during the recent Maritime Fisheries Forum in Moncton. "The Maritime Seafood… |
| Ministers attend meeting with Maritime Seafood Coalition
Minister of Workforce and Advanced Learning Richard Brown and Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac said they were very pleased with the information provided to federal and provincial government officials during the recent Maritime Fisheries Forum in Moncton. "The Maritime Seafood… |
| Minister Currie welcomes 10 new physicians to Prince Edward Island
Islanders have more access to physician services with the addition of ten new physicians who started practice in Prince Edward Island this summer, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Good access to physicians is important to Islanders and our concerted efforts are paying off in this… |
| Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island celebrate success of Canada Job Grant
Investment through the Canada Job Grant will help train almost 200 workers in Prince Edward Island for in demand jobs, the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island announced today. To date, 29 employers have been approved for funding to train new or current employees in areas that include… |
| Nine High School Students Receive Environment Bursary
The Aubrey MacDonald Bursary is awarded to graduating high school students who have demonstrated leadership in the study of environmental sciences and sustainability, said Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. “I want to pass along my congratulations and appreciation to the… |
| Advisory Council notes improvements in Equality Report Card
The Advisory Council on the Status of Women released their 2015 Equality Report Card today showing provincial improvements, says Paula Biggar, Minister of Transportation, Infrastructure, and Energy and the Minister Responsible for the Status of Women.“The report card from the PEI Advisory Council… |