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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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Changes Made To The 1999-2000 School Calendar
The PEI Department of Education announced changes today to the 1999-2000 school calendar. The new changes will allow Island students to return to school after the Labour Day weekend. Last fall, for the first time PEI students and teachers returned to school before the Labour Day weekend. Many… |
Agreements Reached To Open Seed Potato Markets
Premier Pat Binns took part in signing ceremonies this week with Prime Minister Jean Chretien and the Ukrainian government for two agreements which could lead to new opportunities for seed potato exports and related technologies. The Premier is taking part in a Canadian trade mission to Poland and… |
Tourism and Fisheries Opportunities Explored
Opportunities in the areas of both Fisheries and Tourism will highlight a visit by the Minister to England and Ireland. Honourable Kevin J. MacAdam says, "This is a region where we have established relationships, considerable interest in new initiatives and, therefore, more opportunities for… |
Brookvale Open For Business
After a slow start to the season, Brookvale is up and running with 6 out of 10 runs open for skiing and snowboarding. When the temperature drops to minus levels for sustained periods of time, the snowmaking technology available at Brookvale coupled with the dedicated staff, allows sufficient snow… |
Brudenell Chosen For CLGA Championship In Year 2000
The Honourable Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, announced today that the Canadian Ladies' Golf Association has chosen Prince Edward Island as the location for their National Senior Championship in the summer of 2000. "We are honoured that the Association has decided to bring… |
Responsible Beverage Course Available At Holland College
A responsible beverage course offered by Holland College will provide individuals working in the hospitality industry with an understanding of their legal responsibilities when serving alcohol and educate supervisors and servers about society's values about alcohol consumption. The "It's Our… |
Waste Management Standards Remain High
Honourable Chester Gillan, Acting Minister of Technology and Environment, today emphasized that issuing a second Request for Proposals (RFP) for the operation of waste management services in the province does not mean the standards or criteria requested have been diluted or lessened in any way… |
Premier Pleased With Outcome Of Social Union Talks
The Honourable Pat Binns, Premier of Prince Edward Island, today affirmed his support for the new social union framework accord. "This federal provincial agreement is based upon mutual respect between levels of government and represents a willingness to work more closely together to try and… |
Reciprocity Agreement Signed
The Honourable Mike Currie, Minister of Transportation and Public Works today announced that a reciprocity agreement on certain medical requirements for operators of commercial motor vehicles has been signed between Canada and the United States. The Agreement, signed December 30, 1998, by… |
1999 Tourism Marketing Campaign To Be Launched
The Honourable Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, together with Dale Larkin, Co-Chair of the Tourism Marketing Authority, announced today that the 1999 tourism marketing campaign for Prince Edward Island is about to take off. On February 16, the Confederation Centre will again… |
Grade 1 Students At Glen Stewart Elementary Enjoy New Classrooms
Grade 1 students at Glen Stewart Elementary proudly showed off their new classrooms to parents, Stratford residents and dignitaries at the school's open house today. The new addition to Glen Stewart is being used by Grade 1 students and consists of five new classrooms, one resource room, one… |
Health Minister Addresses Addictions Concerns
Health and Social Services Minister Mildred Dover advised today that the construction of a new provincial Addictions Centre and the expansion of community addictions programs across the province are meant to better meet the needs of Islanders. "While there are concerns on the part of some people… |
Activities Planned For International Year Of Older Persons
Don Harron, Co-Chair of the Canada Coordinating Committee for the International Year of Older Persons, outlined this UN sanctioned year at a special reception hosted by Health and Social Services Minister Mildred Dover. "The year offers families and communities a unique opportunity to acknowledge… |
1999 Tourism Marketing Campaign To Be Launched
Honourable Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, and Mr. Dale Larkin, Co-chair of the Tourism Marketing Authority of Prince Edward Island, today released the 1999 Marketing and Media Plan at the annual presentation held at the Confederation Centre of the Arts. "A partnership between… |
New Communications And Information Technology Mentoring Program To Enhance Teacher's Skills
The Department of Education, in partnership with the Eastern School District, Western School Board and La Commission Scolaire de Langue Française, today announced a new information technology mentoring program designed to enhance the technological skills of teachers across the province. "The… |
Focus On Resources To Air Series On Atlantic Premier's Trade Mission
Focus on Resources, the provincial government's community outreach program on cable television, will begin airing a new series beginning February 23. Team Atlantic, the Council of Atlantic Premier's upcoming trade mission to New England, will be the focal point of the eight part series airing on… |
New Construction And Renovation Boost PEI Property Assessment Base
The Provincial Treasurer, the Honourable Patricia Mella, today released the 1999 Municipal Assessment lists to all incorporated municipalities within the province. The assessment lists provide the municipalities with detailed information on property assessments and the total assessment base on… |
Planning On Target For New East Prince Health Facility
Employees, physicians and community representatives were advised recently that planning for the new East Prince Health facility is on target, and two major new planning phases are about to begin. Several sites for the new facility are now being considered. A study has been completed to define the… |
Team Atlantic Series to Profile Island Controls - First of Seven Profiles to Air on Tuesday
Focus on Resources, the provincial government's community outreach program on cable television, will profile Island Controls this Tuesday, March 2, on its new Team Atlantic series. Island Controls designs and manufactures industrial and marine distribution, automation, switchgear and control… |
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. Ultramar Ltd., Imperial Oil Limited, Irving Oil Limited and Petro-Canada have been authorized to decrease by 1.5 cents per litre and Shell… |