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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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| North Rustico growing as a tourist destination
The Town of North Rustico is hoping to attract many more visitors to its idyllic location.The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), and the Honourable Carolyn Bertram, Speaker of the… |
| Dr. Daniel Costa joins provincial urology team
Dr. Daniel Costa has accepted a position for a three-year term in urology beginning in July, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie.“Dr. Costa is from Summerside, and throughout his medical education and residency training he maintained contact with the Office of Recruitment and Retention,”… |
| Canadian Potato Museum chosen winner of Premier’s Award for Tourism
One of the Island’s most successful community-run museums took home the 2015 Premier’s Award for Tourism at last night’s Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island Award Gala at Red Shores, says Premier Wade MacLauchlan.“In 2014 the Canadian Potato Museum in O’Leary had the best season in… |
| Premier encourages Islanders to take part in Les Rendez-vous de la Francophonie 2015
The upcoming celebration of Les Rendez-vous de la Francophonie will give all Islanders a chance to celebrate the culture and contributions of the Acadian and Francophone community, says Premier Wade MacLauchlan, Minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs.“The Acadian and Francophone… |
| Additional road projects announced
Additional road and bridge projects will benefit Island communities, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Alan McIsaac.“Strategic investments in transportation projects will result in safer intersections and more efficient roads,” said Minister McIsaac. “Our government is… |
| New graduation requirements will better prepare students for future success
Government has updated high school graduation requirements to help ensure graduates are better prepared to transition to post-secondary education and the labour force, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac.“We have heard from Islanders that we need to make sure our… |
| Samuel Holland 250 commemorative lecture series continues in March
The second in a series of free public lectures commemorating the 250th Anniversary of Samuel Holland’s survey of Prince Edward Island will be held Thursday, March 12, at 7 p.m. at the Eptek Art and Culture Centre on Water Street in Summerside.Part one of this two part lecture is entitled The… |
| Premier announces Board of Economic Advisors, upcoming Economic Forum
Premier and Finance and Energy Minister Wade MacLauchlan today announced two initiatives to engage Islanders on the state of the province’s economy and to help set a new strategic path of economic growth for Prince Edward Island.Three leading economists, with deep ties to Prince Edward Island, have… |
| Matching Island students with job opportunities
SkillsPEI is now taking applications from employers and students for its youth focused career support programs for 2015-16, says Allen Roach, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning.“It’s that time of year when students begin thinking about jobs for the summer. Many of our SkillsPEI programs… |
| Celebrate International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8
International Women’s Day, March 8, is a time of reflection and celebration, says Minister of Community Services and Seniors Valerie E. Docherty.“International Women’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate how far we have come and take stock of what still needs to be done,” said Ms. Docherty. “I am… |
| New used oil recycling program effective April 1
Prince Edward Island will soon implement a Used Oil & Glycol Recycling Program, under the Materials Stewardship and Recycling Regulations of the PEI Environmental Protection Act, says Minister of Environment, Labour and Justice and Attorney General Janice Sherry.“Effective waste reduction and… |
| Cabinet confirms Auditor General to review e-gaming
Cabinet confirmed this morning that the Auditor General will undertake a review of the e-gaming file.The Auditor General has been asked to undertake a thorough review of the file and to report back with the findings of fact, as well as with recommendations for reform or specific actions.The Auditor… |
| Justice John McQuaid appointed acting Conflict of Interest Commissioner
Premier Wade MacLauchlan is pleased to announce that Hon. John A McQuaid, retired Justice of the Prince Edward Island Court of Appeal, has been appointed acting Conflict of Interest Commissioner. McQuaid practiced law for 20 years prior to becoming justice of the Court of the Appeal, a position he… |
| Island businesses surpass $1 billion in international exports
Prince Edward Island exported more than $1 billion worth of goods in a single year in 2014, an historic milestone for the province’s business community. Prince Edward Island had sold $1.12 billion worth of goods to markets outside of Canada last year. Never before has the Island exported a billion… |
| Project supports improvements at community centre
The Grand Tracadie community centre is being given new life with support from the Island Community Fund, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Allen Roach.“The people of Grand Tracadie take a great deal of pride in their community centre, and look forward to making continued… |
| Regular screening and reducing risk factors best line of defence against colorectal cancer
Islanders are encouraged to talk about colorectal cancer and the importance of early detection during March which is national colorectal cancer awareness month, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Colorectal cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in our province but early… |
| PEI Mussel King improves efficiencies to ensure continued growth
Atlantic Canada accounts for 90 percent of all mussels sold in North America, with 80 percent of those mussels coming from Prince Edward Island. PEI Mussel King has watched the demand for this product grow and is taking advantage of these numbers to expand their operations.PEI Mussel King has been… |
| Minister leads delegation to Boston seafood show
A seafood show taking place in Boston beginning this weekend is a great opportunity to highlight the quality, value and variety of Prince Edward Island products, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Allen Roach. “The Boston seafood show provides Island exporters with an… |
| Premier announces stronger accountability requirements for MLAs
New requirements for cabinet ministers and all elected officials to publicly release detailed copies of their travel and hospitality expenses will increase transparency and accountability to taxpayers. Premier Wade MacLauchlan announced that these requirements will be extended to deputy ministers,… |
| Premier’s Office team streamlined and strengthened
Restructuring of staff will streamline and strengthen the Premier’s Office team. Two senior positions will be combined through the establishment of a Deputy Minister of Policy and Priorities that will take the place of Principal Secretary and also serve as Deputy Minister of Intergovernmental… |