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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 Corporation To Facilitate Joint Federal-Provincial Information Technology Projects In Prince Edward Island
The Honourable Fred J. Mifflin, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Secretary of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), and the Honourable Pat Binns, Premier of Prince Edward Island, today announced a new provincial corporation created to make the most of federal and provincial opportunities in… |
| National Safe Driving Week Focuses On Impaired Driving
Prince Edward Island will join other jurisdictions in marking December 1 - 7, 1998, as National Safe Driving Week, a national event which emphasizes the important role everyone must play in improving safety on the roads. The announcement was made in the Legislature today by Hon. Michael Currie,… |
| Cardigan Seniors Launch International Year Of Older Persons Pin
Cardigan seniors led Prince Edward Island's launch of the lapel pin to recognize the International Year of Older Persons, 1999. All seniors over 80 attending the event were presented with the colourful red, purple and gold pin. Margaret Quinn, Cardigan member of the Provincial Year of Older… |
| Purple Ribbon Campaign Works To End Violence Against Women
The Prince Edward Island Advisory Council on the Status of Women is coordinating the 9th Annual PEI Purple Ribbon Campaign Against Violence. The campaign commemorates the 14 women who died in the Montreal Massacre on December 6, 1989, and raises awareness about violence against women and children… |
| PEI Fishermen's Association To Carry Out Communications Project
Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, announced today that his Department will be providing funding to the PEI Fishermen's Association to carry out a communications project and further assist with core funding of the Association. "I am announcing immediate funding to the PEI… |
| Atlantic Welding And Fabrication Centre Officially Opens
The $2.9 million Atlantic Welding and Fabrication Centre in Georgetown was officially opened today by representatives from the provincial and federal governments, Holland College, and Active Communities Inc. The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Solicitor General of Canada; the Honourable Pat Binns,… |
| Recent Meningitis Cases Not Considered Contagious
Two Charlottetown children diagnosed with pneumococcal meningitis last week, are still in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital although their disease is not considered life threatening. The children, both female, are four months and three years of age. Chief Health Officer Dr. Lamont Sweet advised that… |
| Lobster Industry Looks to UPEI For Research
Dr. Lawrence Heider, Acting President of the University of Prince Edward Island, Mr. Wayne Easter, Member of Parliament for Malpeque and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, and Mr. George Proud, Member of Parliament for Hillsborough, representing the Government of… |
| House Statement -- Knowledge Economy Partnership Of PEI Receives The Head Of The Public Service Award
"I am pleased today to announce that the Knowledge Economy Partnership of Prince Edward Island has recently been recognized with The Head of the Public Service Award. The award was presented to the entire membership of the Knowledge Economy Partnership Steering Committee in recognition of their… |
| Tuna Trophy Presented
Fisher, Earl Gavin, of Tignish Run was recognized today for landing the largest Bluefin tuna of the season. Premier Pat Binns presented Mr. Gavin with the first Premier's Cup. The award was established by the Premier in recognition of the rebound in the Island tuna fishery and the role of the… |
| Province Releases Hospital Bed Utilization Study
The Province released the findings of an independent study today which examines the way some hospital beds are currently being used in Prince Edward Island. The study was commissioned by the Department of Health and Social Services in May 1998 to seek an objective external assessment of hospital… |
| Premier Releases Update On Round Table Report Implementation
Premier Pat Binns said today in the Legislature that the majority of the recommendations of the report of the Round Table on Resource Land Use and Stewardship have been and are being implemented. The Premier tabled a progress report outlining measures that have been taken by the provincial… |
| Province Acknowledges Generous Land Donation By Webster Family
Mitch Murphy, Minister of Technology and Environment and Michael Currie, Minister of Transportation and Public Works today announced that four parcels of land in the Little Pond - Spry Point area of Kings County have been donated to the Province of Prince Edward Island by the family of the late R.… |
| Rodd Hotels & Resorts Expand Brudenell River Resort
The Honourable Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, announced today that an agreement has been reached with Rodd Hotels and Resorts to expand their resort at Brudenell. The expansion will include 32 deluxe 4-star cottage type units to open in July ‘99. Further expansion will see… |
| Cultural And Heritage Centre To Be Constructed In Tignish
The Tignish Historical Preservation Foundation today announced plans to construct a $555,000 Cultural and Heritage Centre in Tignish, Prince Edward Island. On hand to announce the $430,000 in funding assistance for the project were Joe McGuire, MP for Egmont, on behalf of Government of Canada, and… |
| Province Extends Sales Tax Exemption for Clothing and Footwear to Support Consumers/Entrepreneurs
To boost consumer confidence and support small businesses, the Honourable Pat Mella, Provincial Treasurer, announced today the provincial sales tax exemption on clothing and footwear has been extended from January 1, 1999 to December 31, 2000. "Our government received overwhelmingly positive… |
| 911 "Stakeholder Forums" Gather Valuable Input
Planning for the effective implementation of the province's 911 Emergency Response initiative continues with the completion of nine "stakeholder forums" held across the province to gather input from emergency response and municipal officials. Over 182 individuals attended the stakeholder forums… |
| Queen's Counsel Appointments
The Honourable Mitch Murphy, Attorney General, announced today that at its meeting of December 15, 1998, Executive Council appointed the following lawyers as Queen's Counsel: Diane Campbell of Summerside, Rosemary Scott of Charlottetown, James Travers of Charlottetown, and Marlene Clark of Mount… |
| Attorney General Affirms Need For Administrative Processes To Continue
Attorney General Mitch Murphy has once again rejected demands that he become involved in the dispute between David Griffin and the Summerside Police Department. "It has been stated by the official opposition that I, as Attorney General, should use my considerable authority and 'influence' to… |
| Minister Supports Release Of Canadian Active Living Guide
Canada's Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Active Living, released yesterday in Fredericton, N.B, will help Islanders understand the many health benefits associated with physical activity and create healthier communities says the Honourable Chester Gillan, Minister responsible for sport and… |