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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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| New Initiatives Announced To Reduce Youth Tobacco Use
Three new initiatives to reduce youth tobacco use were announced today to launch National Non-Smoking Week in the province. Two graphic posters illustrating the toxic and addictive substances found in cigarettes and their harmful effects on the body were launched by the PEI Tobacco Reduction… |
| High-Tech Trade Mission To Boston Departs Tomorrow - Island Companies Looking To Generate Sales In The IT Industry
Five Island companies will depart tomorrow on a trade mission to Boston in an effort to make business contacts and generate sales for the Island's growing technology industry. "Boston is one of the leading centres of the American high tech industry," said Don MacKinnon, Minister of Development. "… |
| Manager Appointed To Lead New Addictions Programs
The appointment of Jim Campbell to the position of Addictions Services Manager for the Queens Health Region, was announced today by Gordon MacKay, Chief Executive Officer of Queens Region Health. In his new role, Mr. Campbell will have administrative responsibility for the new Provincial… |
| Minister MacAdam Clarifies 1999 Tourism Statistics
The Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, Kevin J. MacAdam took great exception to the information thrown about by the opposition party earlier today in regards to the tourism industry of our province. "The opposition seems to feel that the work done througout the industry is lacking and in need of… |
| Sales To Public -- Consumers' Direct Charge Co-op
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced Friday, January 21, that a request by Consumers' Direct Charge Co-op Ass'n. Ltd., Walker Drive, Charlottetown to remove licensing conditions which have restricted gasoline sales to members only has been approved, with petroleum Products… |
| Government Seeks Improvement To Forest Act
Premier Pat Binns today announced that proposed amendments to the Forest Management Act, introduced in the Legislature during the fall session, will be withdrawn and new legislation will be forthcoming in the spring session after further consultations. "I am convinced we can find ways of… |
| National Premiers' Conference - Fiscal Matters
Maritime premiers will be working toward a common national position on federal-provincial fiscal matters at the National Premiers' Conference scheduled for February 3. Meeting today in Charlottetown, Premiers Binns, Lord, and Hamm agreed on common positions regarding Canada Health and Social… |
| Team Atlantic Trade Mission
At the Council of Maritime Premiers' meeting today in Charlottetown, the premiers announced that they will be leading a trade mission to southern New England states in May 2000. This mission into southern New England will be the second of its type. In April 1999, the four Atlantic premiers,… |
| Enhancing Regional Cooperation
To meet the challenges of the new millennium, Maritime premiers, meeting in Charlottetown today, agreed on a process to identify new opportunities and set clear priorities for future regional cooperation. The goals of the Maritime Premiers' regional agenda include: a stronger regional voice at… |
| Atlantic Loto
Atlantic premiers today announced that a new profit-sharing arrangement for Atlantic Lotto has been agreed. "This new formula is fair and equitable to all four provinces, and I am pleased to confirm Nova Scotia's support of this regional Corporation," stated Premier Hamm. "I am pleased that our… |
| Province Initiates Process To Receive Initial Damage Reports
The Emergency Measures Organization confirmed today that it is setting in motion a process to begin to receive initial information from home and business owners who were affected by this weekend's flooding. "Even though the many partners involved in responding to the flood are still in the process… |
| Promoting Internet Safety For Families
Recognizing that precautions are necessary for safe Internet use, the Prince Edward Island Child Sexual Abuse Advisory Committee in partnership with the PEI Government and the RCMP has launched an awareness campaign to assist families in protecting young users. "The exciting world of the Internet… |
| Export Opportunities Available For Island Business Owners
Entrepreneurs interested in exporting their products or services are encouraged to attend a series of seminars taking place in the coming months. The program focuses on the services available to exporters and how Island entrepreneurs can benefit from such assistance. Discussions in the first… |
| MacKinnon Welcomes Announcement of Small Fry Snack Foods Expansion in Summerside
The recent acquisition by Small Fry Snack Foods of a U.S. counterpart is welcome news for Prince Edward Island's food processing sector, says Development Minister Don MacKinnon. "By acquiring the U.S. trademark rights for Humpty Dumpty and its assets, Small Fry Snack Foods is poised to further… |
| Prince Edward Island Hosts "Lorie Kane Island Challenge"
The Lorie Kane Island Challenge will be held on Prince Edward Island August 29 and 30, 2000 at the Brudenell Golf Resort. Lorie has invited Nancy Lopez, Se Ri Pak, and Annika Sörenstam to "come play on her Island." The outstanding lineup of LPGA superstars will generate tremendous corporate, fan… |
| Verbal Abuse Prevention Week Scheduled for October 2000
Education Minister Chester Gillan announced today that the second annual Verbal Abuse Prevention Week will be held during the first week of October on Prince Edward Island. "It is our hope that Verbal Abuse Prevention Week will become an annual event during the first week of October," the Minister… |
| Province Announces $200,000 Financial Assistance Program For Flood Victims
The Government of Prince Edward Island has announced a $200,000 financial assistance program to expedite payments to victims of the recent flood. Wes MacAleer, Minister of Community Services and Attorney General with responsibility for the Emergency Measures Organization, noted that the government'… |
| Millennium Project To Capture The Thoughts Of Islanders - The 2050 Book Will Record Advice For Future Generations
Premier Pat Binns today announced a year-long Island-wide project of the Provincial Millennium Committee – The 2050 Book – a signature book with a difference. Islanders will have the opportunity to write "Advice to Islanders Halfway to the Next Century!" beside their name and community. Following… |
| Sir Andrew Macphail Foundation Honoured with Phoenix Award
The Society of American Travel Writers has awarded the Sir Andrew Macphail Foundation with the prestigious Phoenix Award, presented annually to individuals and organizations who have made significant achievements in conservation and preservation of tourism-related sites. The award was presented at… |
| Province To Introduce New Chicken Pox Vaccine
Health and Social Services Minister Mildred Dover announced today that beginning in April 2000, the province will make a new vaccine available to protect Island children from getting chicken pox. PEI is the first province to announce a universal, province-wide program to immunize all children… |