News Archives
Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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| Province Announces Theme For Restorative Justice Week
The Department of Community Services and Attorney General is pleased to participate in "Restorative Justice Week in Canada," planned for November 15-21, focusing on the theme, "Is there a better way?" Restorative Justice Week is an opportunity to examine issues regarding high-risk offenders.… |
| AFRI Projects Approved
Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Tourism, announced today that six research projects have been approved to date this year under the Aquaculture and Fisheries Research Initiative. Total funding of $129,021 has been approved to assist industry to answer research questions in species… |
| Minister Provides Good News Second Quarter Update
The Honourable Pat Mella, Provincial Treasurer, confirmed today that the province's economy is in good shape and that she is cautiously optimistic about the Island's economic future. In her update, Minister Mella stated the 1998-99 deficit is now forecasted at $2.964 million, down by approximately… |
| Team PEI Heads For SoftWorld '98 In Newfoundland
A delegation of Information Technology (IT) companies from Prince Edward Island leaves for Newfoundland and Labrador tomorrow, set to form new partnerships and strategic alliances with other IT companies from around the world. Team PEI, accompanied by Premier Pat Binns and Minister of Technology… |
| Premier Praises Milligan
Premier Binns today released the following statement regarding the decision of Keith Milligan to step down as Leader of the Liberal Party. "I want to express appreciation to Keith for his many years of active public service. I have had the pleasure of serving with him in the Legislature as we… |
| Clothing And Footwear Provincial Sales Tax Exemption Extended
Provincial Treasurer Patricia J. Mella announced today that the provincial sales tax exemption on clothing and footwear has been extended until December 31, 1998. In making her announcement, Mrs. Mella stated, "The removal of the provincial sales tax on clothing and footwear purchased in Prince… |
| Litter Awareness Week - September 28 - October 3
Do not throw that coffee cup or candy wrapper out the window of your vehicle or anywhere else that is not a proper waste container! Depending on what material is littered you may endanger wildlife, contaminate water, create a road hazard or an extremely unpleasant landscape. This is the message… |
| Federal And Provincial Funding Announced For Island Quality Vegetables Inc.
The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Labour and Member of Parliament for Cardigan District, together with Premier Pat Binns today announced funding of $865,000 for Island Quality Vegetables Inc. The funding announcement was made at the official opening of the new Island Quality… |
| ACOL Selected As Finalist For Distinction Award
The Atlantic Canada On-Line (ACOL) project has been selected as a finalist for the Distinction '98 Award by the Chief Information Officers Council in Ottawa. ACOL has been recognized for its outstanding achievement in improving service delivery at the provincial government level. "This nomination… |
| Province's Planning For Francophone Summit Proceeding Nicely
The Honourable Mitch Murphy, Minister responsible for Francophone Affairs, insists the planning for the Province's participation in the 1999 Francophone Summit is well underway. "The member from Evangeline-Miscouche is obviously not up to speed on this file," stated Minister Murphy. "His recent… |
| Government Pursues Opportunities Created From Attendance At Softworld '98
Following the successful SoftWorld '98 Conference in Newfoundland and Labrador, provincial government officials are continuing informal discussions with a number of business partners to explore, discuss and begin new business relationships. Premier Pat Binns notes that the team representing PEI… |
| International Literacy Program Launched in 11 Island Schools
Reading RecoveryTM, an early literacy intervention program, was officially launched today by the Honourable Chester Gillan, Minister of Education. The implementation of the program began in 11 Island elementary schools in September. Teachers from Sherwood, Westwood, Prince Street, Glen Stewart,… |
| PEI Launches International Year Of Older Persons (1999)
The International Year of Older Persons (1999) was kicked off at a gala event in Charlottetown today on International Seniors Day. The United Nations has declared 1999 the International Year of Older Persons in recognition of the world's rapidly aging population. Over the next few years, the… |
| Public Access Internet Stations In Great Demand
Some of the most popular services provided in public libraries across the province these days are the Public Access Internet computers. For example, at the Confederation Centre Public Library there have been over 5,000 bookings since the computers were installed in April. The Internet service… |
| Information Technology Week In PEI
Information Technology Week in PEI is a new and exciting Knowledge Economy Partnership (KEP) initiative, and will run from November 23 to November 28, 1998. Information Technology (IT) Week was announced today by the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Labour, on behalf of the Honourable Fred… |
| Internet Access Filtered In Island Schools
Island students surfing the Internet this year are blocked from viewing web sites containing inappropriate content for children. All schools now have filtered Internet access with BorderManager, a software program offering filtering capabilities. "There is a wealth of information for students on… |
| Minister Murphy Sworn In As Attorney General
Premier Pat Binns announced today the appointment of the Honourable Mitch Murphy to the position of Attorney General. Mr. Murphy will retain his current portfolio as Minister of Technology and Environment. The Premier notes that it is still his full intention to appoint Wes MacAleer, Minister of… |
| Specialist Physicians Begin Practice
Three new speciality physicians have begun practice in Prince Edward Island, bringing physician coverage up to full complement in the specialties of ophthalmology, plastic surgery and obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Michael Jacoby began practice October 1, 1998 in plastic surgery at The Polyclinic… |
| Ben Wicks Born To Read And Cook Book Given To 8,437 Island Students
This week 8,437 Island students in kindergarten through to Grade 3, will be hurrying home with a book called Born to Read and Cook, written by famous cartoonist and author, Ben Wicks. Born to Read and Cook is the fourth edition in a series distributed to children in schools across Canada. "This… |
| Wildlife Conservation Fund Advisory Committee Members Announced
Appointments to the Prince Edward Island Wildlife Conservation Fund Advisory Committee were announced today by Mitch Murphy, Minister of Technology and Environment. "I am very pleased with the calibre of the individuals appointed to sit on the Advisory Committee. Each offers a great deal of… |