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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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| Team Canada Atlantic Delegation Wraps Up Trade Mission to Washington
The Team Canada Atlantic delegation declared success at last night's closing ceremony for the first mission to Washington, D.C., which wrapped up yesterday. "Many great partnerships and strategic alliances have been established in this new market for Team Canada Atlantic," said the Honourable Gerry… |
| Leadership Program Meets in Charlottetown
Eighteen agricultural leadership participants from across New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island will be meeting in Charlottetown for three days this week. They make up Class V of a program operated by the New Brunswick Agricultural Leadership Program Inc that encourages emerging agricultural… |
| Minister Announces Extended Hours for Confederation Centre Public Library
The Honourable Elmer MacFadyen, Minister Responsible for the Provincial Library Service, announced the extension of hours at the Confederation Centre Public Library at an open house to celebrate recent renovations to the library yesterday. Beginning today, the Confederation Centre Public Library… |
| Premier Announces New Veterans Initiatives
The provincial government today announced a series of initiatives taking place to enhance the recognition of the important role that the veteran’s community plays in Island life. “Island veterans make a tremendous contribution to Island life,” said Premier Pat Binns. “Their service and sacrifice… |
| Premier Proclaims Wednesday, November 12, 2003 as Community Foundation of Prince Edward Island Day
Premier Pat Binns is very pleased to proclaim Wednesday, November 12, 2003 as The Community Foundation of Prince Edward Island Day. The Community Foundation of Prince Edward Island is celebrating its 10th anniversary improving the quality of life in Island communities through the making of grants… |
| Poultry At The Royal
Island poultry exhibitors were once again part of the grand tradition which is the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Ten exhibitors showed in this year’s edition of the Royal and came away with no less than seventeen breed champion and eleven reserve breed champion wins. Trevor MacDonald of Murray… |
| Vegetables, Lambs and Young Speakers at the Royal
The Royal Winter Fair is truly a show like no other. Nothing can compare with the multiple layers of sight, sound smell and taste that make up the Royal experience. It is a part of the Canadian tradition. It is where old friends meet, and new friendships are forged. The Field Crop display at the… |
| Potatoes Receive Top Prize at the Royal
Prince Edward Island potato growers virtually swept every top prize in the Seed Potato division of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Jewell Produce Company of York, Prince Edward Island captured both the Champion and Reserve ribbons and were conferred with the Canadian Horticultural Council… |
| Fresh Obsessions Potatoes Showcased at Royal
The FoodTrust of Prince Edward Island, a not-for-profit marketer of high-quality food items, chose the Royal Winter Fair to launch a new line of potatoes and merchandising system that promises to change the way consumers experience this traditional staple vegetable. The new Fresh Obsessions… |
| Final Public Meeting on Electoral Reform
The Prince Edward Island Commission on Electoral Reform is holding a Final Public Meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2003 in lecture theatre "A" at the Atlantic Veterinary College. The meeting will commence at 7:30 p.m., and everyone is welcome to attend. The meeting will be chaired by Wade… |
| Tourism Partnership Building Forum Brings a United Voice to Tourism Issues
Tourism industry leaders gathered together to examine the issues critical to the success of the tourism industry and build consensus on the industry's future direction. The Tourism Partnership Building Forum was held November 12 and 13 in the Rodd Marina Inn & Suites, Montague, co-hosted by… |
| Career Know How Campaign Encourages Islanders to Consider Trades, Health Care
A new campaign designed to encourage young people to consider careers in the trades and health care sector was officially launched today in Charlottetown. The Honourable Jane Stewart, Minister of Human Resources Development, and the Honourable Mildred Dover, Minister of Education, today announced… |
| New Island Waste Management Corporation CEO Hired
The provincial government today announced the appointment of Mr. Gerry Moore from Charlottetown as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Island Waste Management Corporation. The announcement was made by Transportation and Public Works Minister Gail Shea, Minister responsible for Island Waste… |
| Accepting Nominations for Premier's Council on Healthy Child Development Awards
Premier Pat Binns today invited Islanders to submit nominations for the Premier's Council on Healthy Child Development "Champions for Children" Awards. The Premier's Council on Healthy Child Development Champions for Children Awards are presented annually to Islanders who have contributed to the… |
| Third Annual Children’s Think Tank Highlights Healthy Child Development
More than 120 parents, caregivers, educators and representatives from community organizations, business and government gathered today for the third annual Children’s Think Tank, held in Cornwall. Participants met to review Healthy Child Development activities from the past year, to share ideas and… |
| Legislative Assembly Will Open November 12
Premier Pat Binns today announced that he has requested that the Prince Edward Island Legislative Assembly open on Wednesday, November 12, 2003. The Wednesday opening of the Legislature is a break from the tradition of opening on a Thursday. The earlier opening allows the members of the Opposition… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that wholesalers have been authorized to adjust petroleum prices in their dealer and consumer schedules as follows: a decrease of 3.6 cents per litre (cpl) on gasoline, an increase of 1.5 cpl on diesel and an increase of 1.3 cpl on… |
| Boil Water Advisory at Western Hospital in Alberton
Chief Health Officer Dr. Lamont Sweet today confirmed that the Western Hospital in Alberton has been placed on a boil water advisory as of this afternoon. “Testing of the drinking water today indicates a total coliform count of 20 with no E-coli present,” said Dr. Sweet. “The presence of any total… |
| Team Canada Atlantic Selects Companies to Participate in Washington Trade Mission
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), and Premier Pat Binns today announced that 11 companies from Prince Edward Island will participate in a Team Canada Atlantic Trade Mission to Washington D.C. from November 2 – 6, 2003. Approximately… |
| Creating Positive Outcomes for Children, Families and Staff
Planning is underway for the Eighth Annual Child Welfare Staff Conference, which will be held on November 13 and 14 at Rodds Charlottetown Hotel. More than 120 staff will be in attendance, including front-line child welfare and resource workers, supervisors and managers; as well as staff of the… |