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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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| Province Not "Sitting On" Well Field Protection Initiative, Work Is In Progress Now"
Chester Gillan, Minister for the Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Environment, rejected claims today that the Province is delaying action on well field protection strategies aimed at protecting municipal drinking water supplies until 2004. The criticism was raised by the Leader of the… |
| Department Pleased With Strong Response To Public Education Campaign On Bike Helmet Safety
The Department of Transportation and Public Works, in partnership with the PEI Bike Helmet Coalition, wrapped up their public education campaign on bike helmet safety for the school year on the weekend with the conclusion of its Helmet Safety Quiz Contest. A total of 437 Island students… |
| Newest Access PEI Opens in Rustico
The community of North Rustico is now home to an Access PEI site. The facility was officially opened on Saturday, June 23, 2001. The Rustico Access PEI site is the twelfth to open in the province. Access PEI provides one-stop shopping for over 100 provincial government services. Hours for the… |
| Buy...PEI Launches New Promotional Campaign
The province of Prince Edward Island is launching an extensive Buy...PEI summer campaign aimed at increasing both Islanders' and visitors' awareness of the wonderful selection of food, beverages and hand-crafted products produced right here on Prince Edward Island. The campaign consists of a Buy...… |
| Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course
A Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course will be offered at the North River Fire Hall Saturday, July 14, beginning at 9 am. Instructors for the course are Tony Halvarson and Elmer McInnis. Anyone interested in attending is asked to contact the Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and… |
| Three Island Teachers To Take Sabbatical Leave in 2001-02
Education Minister Jeffrey E. Lantz announced today that three Island teachers have accepted sabbatical leaves for the 2001-02 school year. "Our government re-introduced sabbatical leaves last year and I am pleased to announce that three Island teachers have been granted leave for the next school… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that applications for crude oil cost-related increases have been decided on as follows: Approved gasoline prices for the month of June will continue in effect for the month of July, 2001, based on a review of wholesaler margin levels and… |
| Island Physicians Asked to Consider New Three-Year Agreement
Following a meeting of the PEI Medical Society today, a proposed new three-year master agreement is being sent to Island physicians for ratification. The proposed agreement has been strongly recommended by both government and physician negotiation teams. Health and Social Services Minister Jamie… |
| Attorney General Jeff Lantz Acknowledges Gay and Lesbian Pride Week in PEI
July 7 to 15 marks Gay and Lesbian Pride Week in Prince Edward Island. The Honourable Jeffrey E. Lantz, Attorney General for the Province, asks Islanders to recognize equal rights and respect the dignity of individuals as they celebrate Gay and Lesbian Pride Week. "As Minister Responsible for the… |
| Tourism PEI Supports Island Tourism Initiatives
Tourism Minister Greg Deighan announced today that his Department has assisted 30 projects under its new Tourism Investment Fund. The Province has committed a total of $500,000 to tourism development initiatives across the Province. "These investments are intended to broaden PEI's appeal as a… |
| Highway Naturalization Pilot Project Extended
The Highway Naturalization Pilot Project, a recently launched initiative to enhance the natural environment along Island roads, has received a one month extension. This comes after completion of the project's initial term and positive public response to the project. "We've certainly been pleased… |
| Heritage Matthew and McLean Building Re-opens
The historic Matthew and McLean building in Souris has been given a brand new lease on life. The elegant, 19th century structure has been refurbished, inside and out. The restored Matthew and McLean building, which will serve as the Souris region's new cultural interpretive centre and provide an… |
| PEI Native Council Lease at Panmure Island
The Provincial Government says that the Prince Edward Island Native Council has been given permission to conduct its annual Pow Wow activities on the land adjacent to the Panmure Island Provincial Park again this year and discussions are continuing in regard to leasing the site. Premier Pat Binns… |
| Naufrage Bridge Improvements Assist Local Economy
Transportation and Public Works Minister Don MacKinnon today joined with Morell-Fortune Bay MLA Kevin MacAdam and members of the local fishing community to officially open the recently completed Naufrage Bridge as part of the Department of Transportation and Public Works Bridge Reconstruction… |
| Prince Edward Island Major Prize at Prestigious U.S. Golf Event
Tourism PEI recently participated in one of the largest and longest-running golf functions held annually in the United States, the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association National Trade Show and Awards Dinner, providing one of the prestigious prizes during the silent auction and accumulating great… |
| Province Launches Bursary Program in Support of Craft and Giftware Industry
The Department of Development and Technology has introduced a new Craft Education Bursary Program as part of its continued commitment to the Island's craft and giftware industry. The bursary program provides financial support to Island students enrolled in a recognized arts/crafts program in Canada… |
| Maritime Electric Sponsors 2001 PEI Canada Games Team
Maritime Electric is a proud sponsor of the 2001 PEI Canada Games Team which will travel to London, Ontario, August 11 to 25. The Honourable Gail A. Shea, Minister Responsible for Recreation and Sport, accepted a check for $15,000 from Maritime Electric at the Fortis Shareholders Information… |
| Premier Makes Changes To Senior Management
Premier Pat Binns today announced a number of changes to the provincial government's senior management team. Binns noted that the changes were precipitated by the retirement of one individual, the re-assignment of a number of others and the re-organization of the Office of the Attorney General.… |
| Province Announces Recreation and Sport Facilities Development Program Fund
Seventeen communities across Prince Edward Island will receive more than $1.9 million in funding to create and upgrade sport facilities, thanks to the Recreation and Sport Facilities Development Program. The approved initiatives were announced Monday by the Honourable Gail A. Shea, Minister… |
| Interest "Sailing In" For Hustler Fibreglass Boats
A West Prince company which began production a year ago this month, is beginning to see the fruits of its labour as customer orders start rolling in. Hustler Fibreglass Boat Ltd. produces fishing and pleasure craft with a unique design created by company owner Jamie Hustler. "Our boat is 45-feet… |