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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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| 2001 Canada Games Team Officials Meet
2001 Canada Games team officials will meet on Thursday, September 28, at 7 pm at Rodd's Travelodge, West Royalty. Items such as 2001 Host Society sport schedules, team walkout dress, a review of this year's sport participation, year four report and other sponsorship information will be discussed… |
| Technology PEI Announces Two Programs to Introduce Young People to High Tech
Two programs are being introduced by Technology PEI to give young Islanders a taste of the world of information technology. "Youth of a Digital Age" will be co-sponsored by the Morell Region Community Learning Centre and Technology PEI. It teaches students from grades 7 to 10 the techniques of… |
| Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Justice
Attorney General Jeffrey E. Lantz today reissued an update regarding the Federal - Provincial - Territorial Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Justice held in Iqaluit, Nunavut on September 12, 2000. The meeting was co-chaired by Anne McLellan, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada… |
| New Guidelines Recommend Women Take Folic Acid Before and During Pregnancy
New provincial guidelines on folic acid intake were announced today to reduce the risk of Island children being born with neural tube defects such as spina bifida. The announcement was made by the Department of Health and Social Services, the Medical Society of PEI, the PEI Reproductive Care… |
| Charlottetown Area Transportation Study Announced
Mr. Bennett Carr, Chair of Charlottetown Area Development Corporation, today announced a comprehensive transportation study for Charlottetown, Stratford and Cornwall. The Charlottetown Area Transportation Study is a joint effort between the PEI Department of Transportation and Public Works, PEI… |
| Youth Waterfowl Hunting Workshop
Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Environment Kevin J. MacAdam, is encouraging young people interested in waterfowling to learn more about the sport through an upcoming workshop. The department's Fish and Wildlife Division is organizing the first annual Youth Waterfowl Hunting Workshop for… |
| Island Business Recognized As One Of Canada's 50 Hottest Start-Ups
Spell Read Canada, a Prince Edward Island company, is among the 50 companies included in the first annual ranking of Canada's Hottest Startups. The ranking, which is published in the September issue of "Profit - The Magazine for Canadian Entrepreneurs," was released yesterday in Toronto. The list… |
| Montague Gets New Turning Lane On Main Street
Hon. Don MacKinnon, Minister of Transportation and Public Works, today announced plans to improve traffic flow in the Town of Montague, by implementing a two-way left turn lane system on Main Street North, between Gaul Street and Queen's Road. A two-way left turn lane is a single lane reserved in… |
| "Lorie Kane Island Challenge" Day One A Hugh Success!
Day one of the Lorie Kane Island Challenge proved to be a wonderful day for everyone on the course. The sun was shining, white puffy clouds dotted the sky and the full-to-capacity crowd was "wowed" by the stiff competition between LPGA stars, Nancy Lopez, Se Ri Pak, Annika Sörenstam and hometown… |
| Young Environmentalists Wrap Up Busy Summer
Fifty young Islanders with a keen interest in conservation have spent their summer improving the Prince Edward Island environment through projects ranging from stream enhancement to building trails. An initiative of the Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Environment, the Young… |
| FCI Electronics Constructs New Facility At Charlottetown Airport Business Park
FCI Electronics, the 2nd largest manufacturer of connectors in the world, is expanding its operation in Prince Edward Island. The new facility, being constructed at the Charlottetown Airport Business Park, will be completed this November, employing an additional 25 Islanders. FCI's current plant in… |
| 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 July. Wholesalers have been authorized to decrease the… |
| Department of Education Provides Update On Implementation Of Kindergarten System
The Honourable Jeffrey E. Lantz, Minister of Education, said today that implementation of the publicly funded, community-based kindergarten system is on track and the first group of children is preparing to begin their programs in the next few days. "As the Minister of Education, I believe it is… |
| Results of Pesticide Analysis Released
The Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Environment has received results of pesticide analysis of samples collected during the investigations into three incidents of fish mortalities earlier this month. The department received reports of dead fish in Indian River, French River and Mount… |
| Lorie Kane Island Challenge Delights Spectators and Players
Roseneath, Prince Edward Island, was the focus of the world for the past couple of days, hosting the first-ever Lorie Kane Island Challenge. LPGA stars Nancy Lopez, Se Ri Pak and Annika Sorenstam finally got a chance to "play on Lorie's Island," and everyone from players to spectators seemed… |
| Out of 50 Golf Destinations in the World - Prince Edward Island Ranks 26th!
Prince Edward Island has been rated by Golf Digest magazine as 26th out of 50 of the best golf resort destinations the WORLD has to offer. The article in the most recent edition of Golf Digest announces which courses have been given the prestigious designation and Prince Edward Island was firmly… |
| Minister of Education Provides Update to Keyin College Students
Education Minister Jeffrey E. Lantz met with a number of students from Keyin College on Friday morning to discuss concerns they have about their education at the private training institution. The Minister and the students also reviewed a monitoring plan that has been prepared by the department, in… |
| Official Swearing-In Ceremony Held For New Chief Judge John Douglas
Chief Justice of Prince Edward Island, Norman H. Carruthers performed an official swearing in ceremony today following the appointment of the Chief Judge of the Provincial Court, His Honour Judge John R.A. Douglas. Attorney General Jeffrey Lantz was also on hand for the official ceremony. This… |
| Park Pays Tribute to Years of Marine and Rail Service
A huge replica of a compass constructed from approximately 26,000 bricks and a sculpture of a Quartermaster serve as the focal point for the Marine/Rail Historical Park which was officially opened today in Borden-Carleton. The Park commemorates the years of marine and rail service provided by the… |
| Studio Tour Highlights Island Artists and Craftspeople
Once again, Islanders and visitors will have an opportunity to see the beauty and originality of work by Island artisans. The second Prince Edward Island Studio Tour will take place September 30 and October 1. During the two days, over 75 craftspeople, artists shops and museums will offer tours,… |