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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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| Fishing season opens April 15
Despite the long winter and deep snow still blanketing much of the province, the fishing season will open as usual on April 15. "April 15th has been an important day for generations of Islanders," said Brad Potter, Manager of Fish and Wildlife programs for the Department of Agriculture and… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Wednesday, April 15, 2015: • Furnace and stove oil prices will decrease by 3.0 cents per litre (cpl); • Diesel prices will decrease by 4.5 cpl; and • There will be no change in… |
| Traffic Advisory issued April 22, 2015
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal has closed a portion of the Settlement Road in Bristol, along with a portion of Route 322 between Green Meadows and Peakes Road to heavy trucks.Commercial vehicle operators are required to obey posted maximum axle weights in these areas.… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decision, effective 12:01 a.m., Saturday, April 25, 2015:- Gasoline prices will increase by 4.0 cents per litre (cpl).Including adjustments for taxes, pump prices for regular unleaded gasoline at self-serve… |
| 2015 Provincial General Election
Elections PEI has conducted the first advanced polls for the 2015 Provincial General Election on Saturday, April 25, 2015 and recorded 11,889 people who voted.In the 2011 Provincial General Election, a total of 21,017 people voted in the three days of advance polling."The polls were extremely busy… |
| Yard and garden spring cleanup collection delayed
Island Waste Management Corporation (IWMC) is delaying the spring cleanup collection of yard debris, due to late spring conditions.“Delaying the spring cleanup will give Islanders additional time to tend to yard and garden cleanup,” said Gerry Moore, Chief Executive Officer of Island Waste… |
| National Immunization Awareness Week – Boost your power! Get immunized!
Immunization is the most effective way to reduce the impacts of vaccine preventable disease, says Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison.The theme of National Immunization Awareness Week 2015, from April 25 to May 2, is “Boost your power! Get immunized!” Islanders are asked to talk to a… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, May 1, 2015:• Gasoline prices will increase by 1.5 cents per litre (cpl); • There will be no change in furnace and stove oil prices; • Diesel prices will increase by 1.7… |
| Help every member of the family get prepared for an emergency
Emergency Preparedness Week is May 3-9, and all Islanders should develop an emergency plan for every member of the family.“It is important that all Islanders get prepared for an emergency by learning the risks, making a plan and preparing an emergency kit,” said Provincial Emergency Management… |
| 2015 Provincial General Election
The 2015 Provincial General Elections PEI was held as scheduled on May 4, 2015. There were 95,444 people confirmed as eligible voters prior to ordinary polling day and in total, 81,998 people voted in the election. These numbers indicate 86% of confirmed electors participated in voting during… |
| Burger Love winner announced
The Home Place Inn and Restaurant in Kensington is the winner of the 2015 Burger Love campaign. Its burger creation, The Cabbage Patch, was the Most Loved Burger as determined from online voting. This winning burger featured six ounces of charbroiled Island beef, homemade barbonaise sauce, romaine… |
| Chef Ricardo to "add a little Island" to highly rated show
Well known Quebec television personality Chef Ricardo Larrivée will be adding a little Island to his highly rated show “Ricardo” as part of the province’s plan to market Canada’s Food Island to potential visitors in 2015, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“Quebec is one of our… |
| Seafood exporting capabilities increasing at the Charlottetown Airport
The Charlottetown Airport Authority is taking steps to enhance its role as the gateway to the world for Prince Edward Island’s famous seafood products. The Airport recently formed a partnership with the PEI Seafood Processors’ Association to support export growth, and ensure the supply of quality… |
| Premier's Economic Forum today
The Premier's Economic Forum is taking place today, March 18, at 9:30 a.m. at Murchison Centre, 17 St. Pius X Avenue, Charlottetown (MAP).The Forum will provide an overview of the Island economy and explore our current successes and future opportunities as a trading province. Anyone who is unable… |
| Health PEI is reminding Islanders to call ahead before going to their appointment tomorrow
Due to inclement weather and challenging road conditions, Health PEI is reminding Islanders with appointments at hospitals, clinics and other health care services tomorrow (Thursday) to please call ahead to reconfirm their appointment or to let staff know if they are unable to make the appointment.… |
| Reject racial discrimination on March 21 – and every day
The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on Saturday, March 21 is another opportunity to celebrate cultural diversity in our province, Premier and Finance and Energy Minister Wade MacLauchlan says.“Prince Edward Island welcomes any and all people who are willing to help… |
| Province moves to one-time registration for farm vehicles
Changes to farm vehicle registrations will save time and money for both farmers and taxpayers, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Alan McIsaac.“The vast majority of farmers renew the registration for their farm trucks and trailers in the spring, and waiting for the processing… |
| Minister welcomes new Health PEI board members
The depth of knowledge and experience of Health PEI’s Board of Directors has increased with the addition of two new members, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie.“We are lucky on Prince Edward Island to have a diverse mix of skilled community leaders guiding the direction of health… |
| Two Island schools win Recycle My Cell challenge
Two Island schools have been announced winners in the 2014 Recycle My Cell Student Challenge, says Minister of Environment, Labour and Justice and Attorney General Janice Sherry.“Congratulations to Birchwood Intermediate School and École Évangéline for their dedicated recycling efforts during the… |
| Premier MacLauchlan thanks federal government for cable support, confirms province’s commitment to project
A new electricity connection to the mainland, the largest and most important infrastructure project for Prince Edward Island since the Confederation Bridge, will ensure the province’s future energy needs can be met and protect Islanders against the risk of volatile rate increases associated with… |