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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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| Winter Safety Reminders
Winter can be fun, especially with the large amounts of snow recently experienced across Prince Edward Island. However, with the snow comes many safety concerns. As well as concerns about slippery roads, there are many safety issues around winter recreational activities. "The amount of snow… |
| West Prince French School And Community Centre Officially Opened In Deblois
The West Prince French School and Community Centre in DeBlois was officially opened today by students, staff, parents, French Language School Board representatives, community organizations and government officials. "Our government is committed to French education across Prince Edward Island," said… |
| Provincial Treasurer Responds To Financial Information Presented By Liberal Opposition
Today, Hon. Patricia J. Mella, Provincial Treasurer responded to the financial information presented by the Opposition Leader, Ron MacKinley. "The information he is presenting is misleading in that most of the figures related to budget estimates do not provide the actual revenues incurred during… |
| New Nursing Recruitment Strategy Meets With Initial Success
Prince Edward Island's new nursing recruitment and retention strategy is now beginning to produce positive results. Health and Social Services Minister Jamie Ballem advised today that, since the new $6 million strategy was introduced six months ago, 27 new permanent nursing positions have been… |
| Weather Protection Devices Protect Against Oil Spills
A small investment before the snow flies could end up saving some Island homeowners thousands of dollars. The Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Environment recommends homeowners who have an outdoor oil tank check to determine if it has a weather protection device - and if not, to consider… |
| Six Prince Edward Island Companies Participate in Building Products Trade Mission
Coles Door Systems, J. Perry Inc., Lou-Mar Mouldings, Millworks Canada Inc., Royalty Hardwoods, and WBA Woodworking have just returned from a three-day trade mission in New England specifically targeted to the building products sector. Representatives of these Prince Edward Island firms were in… |
| Mover and Seconder Named
Premier Pat Binns announced today the Mover and Seconder of the Speech from the Throne that will officially open the Second Session of the 61st General Assembly. The Speech will be moved by Jim Bagnall, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Montague-Kilmuir. Eva Rodgerson, Member of the… |
| Minister Currie Pleased With Reports On State Of PEI Economy
Recent reports indicate the PEI economy is showing positive trends. Both the Globe and Mail and the Investment Dealers Association of Canada (IDA) tout Prince Edward Island as a leader in economic growth in Atlantic Canada. Mike Currie, Minister of Development and Technology, says he credits much… |
| Mercury Emissions Down
Results of the latest stack gas testing at the Trigen Energy From Waste Plant in Charlottetown show a considerable decrease in mercury emissions. Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Environment Chester Gillan released the results from the July testing Wednesday. They indicate a 75… |
| Throne Speech Highlights
The Second Session of the Sixty-First General Assembly was opened today with the reading of the Speech from the Throne by Honourable Gilbert R. Clements, Lieutenant Governor. The speech included a significant number of initiatives, with a particular focus on children and the environment. Health… |
| Doug Hall Helps Island Craft Companies Reach Small Business Success
Earlier this year, businessman Doug Hall made headlines with his gift of bagpipe lessons for any Island child who wanted them. Now Mr. Hall is in Prince Edward Island again. This time, he has his sights set on the provinces's craft industry. Mr. Hall is best known for his work in marketing and… |
| Petroleum Pricing Adjustments
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that applications for crude oil cost-related decreases have been approved by the Commission. The changes announced at this time are based on world crude oil prices for the month of October. Wholesalers have been authorized to decrease… |
| Island Focus Visits The Royal - "PEI at the Royal Winter Fair " to be broadcast December 6, 2000
The provincial government's community outreach television program, ISLAND FOCUS will feature a special segment, PEI at the Royal Winter Fair, on Wednesday, December 6th, 8:00 pm on EastLink Community Television. During the segment, Jessica Francis of the North River 4-H Club talks about her… |
| Conference of Atlantic Premiers
The Council of Atlantic Premiers has called on the Prime Minister to hold a First Ministers' meeting on the Equalization Program in January 2001. Meeting by conference call on November 30, Atlantic Premiers focussed their discussions on advancing their strategy for improving the Equalization… |
| Montague Seniors' Bus Receives Support From Community Development Bureau
Seniors in the Montague area will be able to travel in comfort, thanks to a new bus purchased by the Rotary Club with the assistance of the Community Development Bureau. For the past sixteen years, the Rotary has provided a bus service for seniors and some people with disabilities. The bus picks… |
| Second Quarter Update 2000
The Honourable Pat Mella, Provincial Treasurer, today announced the Second Quarterly Report for 2000 noting that the Province's fiscal and economic performance has been quite positive during the first half of the year. Minister Mella confirmed that the Province should see a small budgetary surplus… |
| Provincial Government Employee United Way Campaign Exceeds Goal of $125,000
The Provincial Government Employee United Way Campaign has raised $129,720.69 exceeding the goal of $125,000 established in September. This total represents the highest amount raised in the history of the provincial government employee campaign. "The participation in this year's campaign has been… |
| PEI Musicians Receive Support During ECMA Awards
Island musicians will benefit from some extra support during the upcoming East Coast Music Awards. Charlottetown will host the ECMAs from February 8 - 11, 2001. The events will include a number of showcase concerts, a trade show, workshops and the awards ceremony. Prince Edward Island Business… |
| Province Nears Half Million Dollar Mark in Compensation Payments for January Storm Surge
The province has finalized 68 claims with payouts of $479,702.60 resulting from the January storm surge. Twenty-two claims remain outstanding, mainly due to the submission of outstanding invoices from claimants or resolution of an adjustment dispute. It is estimated that final claims will exceed… |
| Regional Health Authorities and IUOE Reach Tentative Agreement
The Minister of Health and Social Services, Honourable Jamie Ballem, announced today that the Health Negotiation Committee and the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) have reached a tentative agreement. IUOE represents approximately 600 employees working in the technical and clerical… |