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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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| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that the following decreases in all products in petroleum wholesalers' dealer and consumer pricing schedules have been authorized: Ultramar Ltd. by 3.1 cpl (cents per litre), Shell Canada Products Limited by 2.9 cpl, Imperial Oil Limited… |
| Premier Binns Pleased with Agreement on Potato Exports
Premier Pat Binns said today that the new agreement covering exports of Prince Edward Island potatoes to the United States ends months of uncertainty, and he commended the industry for its role in resolving the crisis. Premier Binns praised the efforts of the Prince Edward Island Potato Board and… |
| 2001 Canada Games Team PEI Launches Web Site
The 2001 Canada Summer Games Team PEI launched its official Web site on Wednesday at www.edu.pe.ca/teampei. The site includes information on the teams, athletes, mission staff, and the history of the games as well as a link to the Canada Games site. "It is our hope, that the Web site will help… |
| Premier Recognizes Contribution of A.A. "Joey" Fraser
Premier Pat Binns today acknowledged the passing of A.A. "Joey" Fraser, a former Member of the Prince Edward Island Legislative Assembly. Mr. Fraser, aged 81, died late last night. "Joey was a tireless worker for his people," said the Premier. "Even while in hospital, he would call on behalf of… |
| Ballem Pleased With Physician Recruitment Results
Health and Social Services Minister Jamie Ballem is encouraged by recent success in recruiting physicians to the province's health and social services system. In the past year, 18 new physicians have been recruited to PEI. "We have had more success this past year than in any year in recent memory… |
| Team PEI Names Flag Bearer for 2001 Canada Games
A Charlottetown cyclist will lead Prince Edward Island athletes into Saturday's opening ceremonies for the 2001 Canada Games. Cory Jay, who recently turned 19 years old, is the flag bearer for the Island contingent. The ceremonies are set for Saturday at 8:30 p.m. (AST) at the new TD Waterhouse… |
| Smoke-Free Vehicle Project Launched to Promote Public Health
Health and Social Services Minister Jamie Ballem launched a new initiative today to improve public health by reducing the number of Islanders exposed to second-hand smoke in their vehicles. Beginning today, static cling signs will be distributed to Islanders when they register a vehicle. The… |
| Heat Alert Issued For Prince Edward Island
A heat alert is being issued for PEI to advise Islanders to take precautions against heat illness. Temperature and humidity readings for the province as issued by Environment Canada continue to be high. Dr. Lamont Sweet, Chief Health Officer for P.E.I. advised that heat illness occurs when a… |
| Highway Naturalization Pilot Project Completes Work Along Charlottetown Arterial Highway
One of the province's busiest stretches of road has received a facelift. The Highway Naturalization Pilot Project, a recently launched initiative to enhance the natural environment along Island roads, has completed work along the Arterial Highway for the season. The Highway Naturalization Pilot… |
| PEI Minister Responsible for Sport Pleased with Conference Outcomes
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister Responsible for Sport and Recreation, has indicated she is very pleased with the results of the meeting of federal and provincial ministers responsible for sport and recreation held in London in conjunction with the opening of the Canada Games. The ministers… |
| Sport Minister Expresses Sorrow at Passing of Orin Carver
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister Responsible for Sport, has expressed sorrow in learning of the recent death of Orin Carver. "Mr Carver made a major contribution to sport on PEI both through his active involvement in many aspects of hockey and through his general interest in the importance of… |
| Minister's Council Seeks Public Input
A subcommittee of the Environmental Advisory Council is seeking input from the public on measures to manage coyotes in Prince Edward Island. The subcommittee will host a public meeting Monday, August 27, beginning at 7 pm at the Dutch Inn in Cornwall. During the spring session of the PEI… |
| MacKinley Misleading Islanders
Hon. Mike Currie, Minister of Development and Technology, today called recent comments of the Leader of the Opposition concerning Maritime Electric to be nothing more than a slap in the face to the company and an insult to the intelligence of Islanders. "The Leader of the Opposition has been told… |
| Environmental Advisory Council to Host a Public Meeting
The coyote management subcommittee of the Environmental Advisory Council will host a public meeting Monday, August 27, 7 pm, at the Dutch Inn in Cornwall to discuss measures to control the coyote population. Those attending the meeting may make a formal presentation or join in general discussion on… |
| Firearm Safety Courses
Firearm safety courses for hunters will be held in Montague, O'Leary and Charlottetown August 24-26 and in Souris, Summerside and Montague September 21-23. As well, bow hunter courses will be held in O'Leary September 29 and in Charlottetown October 6. Pre-registration is required for all courses.… |
| Youth Waterfowl Hunting Workshop
Young people ages 12-17 are invited to attend an upcoming Youth Waterfowl Hunting Workshop for beginning hunters. The day-long workshop will be held at Camp Buchan in Point Prim September 8. It will include sessions on waterfowl identification, duck and goose calling and ethics and safety, as well… |
| Operations Suspended at Little Christo's Plant
Production at the Little Christo's pizza plant in DeSable has been temporarily suspended by the court-appointed receivers, PricewaterhouseCoopers. Negotiations with the successful bidder have been ultimately unsuccessful. This recent development has forced a suspension in operations until the… |
| Water Table in Good Shape
Despite the dry weather this summer, the groundwater table in Prince Edward Island remains in good shape thanks to the unusual weather conditions last winter. The Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Environment maintains 10 observation wells across the province where groundwater table… |
| PEI Lighthouses Upgraded for 2001
The Minister of Tourism, Greg Deighan, announced today that the Department of Tourism will assist six Island lighthouses in opening for business for the 2001 season. The Minister explained that the Province has entered into a lease agreement with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans who own the… |
| Premier Calls National Shipbuilding Policy Framework A Positive Step
Premier Pat Binns today called the recently announced Canadian Shipbuilding and Marine Industrial Fabrication policy a positive first step ensuring a viable future for the industry. "I commend the federal minister for his efforts and look forward to working with him in the implementation of the… |