News Archives
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 applications for crude oil cost-related increases have been approved by the Commission. Ultramar Ltd., Imperial Oil Limited and Irving Oil Limited have been authorized to increase by 2.0 cents per litre, Shell Canada Products… |
| Community Leads Initiative To Develop A Major Tourist Attraction At MacLure's Pond
The Northumberland Community Development Corporation along with the Government of Canada and Province of Prince Edward Island today announced details of a major tourist attraction for the Murray River area at MacLure's Pond. Development plans for the area include several key components: the… |
| Cabinet Sworn In
Four new faces are joining the ten member Provincial Cabinet, and most Ministers will take on new responsibilities. The Cabinet was sworn in today at a ceremony at Government House.Joining the Cabinet are:Hon. Jamie Ballem as Minister of Health and Social Services; Hon. Greg Deighan as Minister of… |
| Premier Supports Local CBC
Premier Pat Binns has written to members of the Board of Directors of the CBC, and contacted the Federal Minister of Heritage, urging that the local CBC Compass program be maintained. The Premier says there are many rumours about changes to CBC supper hour news programs across the country, and… |
| Challenge Sales Brisk
The Lorie Kane Island Challenge attracted a lot of attention on the first day of sales. Over 1,000 tickets were sold in the first 45 minutes with calls coming in from all over Canada and the eastern United States. Fisheries and Tourism Minister Kevin J. MacAdam said that ticket and sponsorship… |
| PEI Minister Supports Access To Shrimp Fisheries
Minister of Fisheries and Tourism Kevin J. MacAdam is continuing to press the Federal Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, Herb Dhaliwal, for access to both the Gulf shrimp fishery and the northern shrimp fishery. "Prince Edward Island interests have been unfairly denied access to both the Gulf shrimp… |
| Province to be Enumerated for General Election
An enumeration of all eligible voters in Prince Edward Island will be carried out to compile the official voters list for the upcoming 17 April 2000 provincial general election. The federal government has recently established a permanent registry of electors that is maintained by Elections Canada… |
| Drinking Water Issue at Addictions Facility Being Addressed
Action is being taken to identify and address the source of bacteria found recently in the drinking water at the new Provincial Addictions Centre. Chief Health Officer Dr. Lamont Sweet advised today that elevated bacteria counts have been found in the water at the facility. Water samples continue… |
| Clarification on Tax on Income
Correspondence published in a recent local newspaper indicates that the Province of Prince Edward Island intends to set up its own Income Tax office in order to prevent federal Personal Income Tax cuts being passed down to Islanders through the Provincial Personal Income tax. Pat Mella Provincial… |
| PEI Health Minister Hopes Upcoming Federal/Provincial Meetings Will Result In Increased Federal Funding For Health Care
PEI Health and Social Services Minister Mildred Dover is hoping that tomorrow's meeting of federal and provincial health ministers will result in increased federal funding for health care. She said provincial governments will be pressuring the federal government for full and immediate restoration… |
| Call For Nominations For Environmental Awards
Each year the Department of Technology and Environment recognizes and honours citizens for their special commitment to the environment. An Environmental Award is offered in each of five categories: individual citizen, business or government agency, citizen group or organization, education and… |
| e-Business Plan Competition Selects Three Finalists
The three finalists have been selected for the St@rt-Up Challenge 2000 e-Business Plan Competition, sponsored by Prince Edward Island Business Development and local area businesses. The three finalists and their team members include: Ronnie Gillis and Steven Gaudet for their submission to create… |
| Angling Season Opens
Spring is here and with it the opening of angling season on Saturday, April 15. Angling licenses are now available. All anglers 16 years of age and older must be in possession of an angling license. Licensed anglers are also required to be in possession of a Wildlife Conservation Fund permit.… |
| Propane Pricing Adjustments - Irving Oil Limited and Superior Propane Inc.
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that approval has been granted to Superior Propane Inc. to decrease the price of propane to all classes of customers by 1.9 cents per litre.The Commission also announced that approval has been granted to Irving Oil Limited to increase the… |
| Doors Officially Open at New School in West Royalty
The doors to the new $5.5 million elementary school which will serve the communities of Winsloe and West Royalty were officially opened today by students, staff, parents, Eastern School District representatives and government officials. "This new school is a state-of-the art learning and teaching… |
| MacAdam Angered No Gulf Shrimp Licenses
Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, reacted angrily today to the announcement of the management plan for the Gulf shrimp fishery for the 2000 season. That plan increases the quota for the Gulf shrimp fishery by over 2,700 MT, to almost 26,000 MT, but restricts PEI's access to a… |
| MacAdam Sees No Justification For Shorter Lobster Season
Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, commented today on reports which are circulating that the spring lobster fishery for 2000 will open a day early on April 29 and close a day early on June 29. "I appreciate the need to open April 29th, as most Island fishers do not fish on… |
| Prince Edward Island Takes The Lead In Seasonal Workers Strategy
Development Minister Don MacKinnon will deliver a major report on the difficulties facing seasonal workers to a forum of federal and provincial labour market ministers. The forum will be held in Toronto on Thursday, April 13. While seasonal workers form an important part of Canada's labour force,… |
| Take Control of Noise on April 12 - International Noise Awareness Day
Noise poses a serious threat to hearing, health, learning and behavior, says Cheryl Perry, Cert. Auditory-Verbal Therapist for the Provincial Services for the Hearing Impaired. "We need to make a special effort to inform the public of the necessity of creating a quiet home, school and recreational… |
| "Migration...An Incredible Journey" - National Wildlife Week, April 9-15, 2000
"Migration...An Incredible Journey" is being celebrated in schools across the province this week in recognition of National Wildlife Week, April 9 to 15, 2000. "Wildlife Week provides an opportunity for Islanders to consider the many ways to help in the preservation and recovery of wildlife… |