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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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| Non-Smoking Week
National Non-Smoking Week is an opportunity for all Islanders to carefully consider the unnecessary harm caused by tobacco, says Health and Social Services Minister Mildred Dover. "This year, I would like to encourage all smokers to consider giving up the habit - at least for one day," Ms. Dover… |
| Criminal Justice Summit
"A Criminal Justice Summit scheduled for this week should be an important source of new ideas to deal with crime," says Attorney General P. Mitchell Murphy. "The work to prevent crime is an effort that involves every Islander to one degree or another. Therefore, I am pleased the Criminal… |
| Premier Calls For Changes To EI
Premier Pat Binns has offered a Federal Committee some possible solutions to a problem that penalizes claimants who take short periods of work. The Premier hopes some immediate changes to the regulations can solve the problem at least until legislative changes could be implemented. Premier… |
| Boeing Company Visits PEI
Representatives from the Boeing Company, the world's largest aircraft manufacturer, are on Prince Edward Island today to examine the expertise of the growing aerospace sector here. In 1996, Boeing secured orders for over 1,000 new commercial aircraft and are taking this opportunity to get to… |
| Atlantic Trade Show Benefits Island Craft Industry
A contingent of Prince Edward Island craftspeople attended the 20th Annual Atlantic Craft Trade Show (ACTS) held at the World Trade and Convention Centre in Halifax earlier this month. The show provides Island craftspeople with an opportunity to showcase their wares and make important business… |
| Ginger Breedon Appointed Health Agency CEO
Ginger Breedon, Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Health and Community Services Agency. The announcement was made jointly today by Health and Social Services Minister Mildred Dover and Agency Board Chair Dr. Don Ling. Mr. Breedon… |
| Cabinet Meets In Summerside
Premier Pat Binns today announced the Provincial Cabinet will meet in Summerside on Thursday, February 27. "The Cabinet will be holding meetings across the Province as part of the ongoing consultation process," stated Premier Binns. "Several groups in Summerside have requested to meet with… |
| Outdated Equipment Heads South
Honourable Michael Currie, Minister of Transportation and Public Works, is pleased to announce that a very positive use has been found for obsolete laundry equipment from the former School of Nursing. As there is no further use for this equipment on PEI, it has been donated to St. Joseph's Hospital… |
| Murphy Meets Rock Concerning Petition On Sexual Abuse
While attending the Federal/Provincial/Territorial meeting in Fredericton, New Brunswick, last week, the Honourable P. Mitchell Murphy, Minister of Community Affairs and Attorney General, met privately with the Federal Minister of Justice, the Honourable Allan Rock. The purpose of the meeting was… |
| East Baltic Bog To Be Developed
Kevin MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Environment today announced that his department is accepting ecotourism development proposals for the promotion and interpretation of two properties at East Baltic Bog. Since these properties were designated under the Natural Areas Protection Act in October… |
| New Partnership Announced To Support A Knowledge-Based Economy
A new partnership of governments, educational institutions and the private sector has been formed to advance a knowledge-based economy for Prince Edward Island. The "Knowledge Economy Partnership" (KEP) has a mandate to encourage technological innovation and new approaches in public service,… |
| Gasoline Price Changes - Irving Oil Limited
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission announced today that approval has been granted to Irving Oil Limited to reduce the prices of all grades of gasoline sold under its dealer tank truck pricing schedule by 0.6 cent per litre, effective 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, 29 March 1997. The… |
| Patrons Support Music Collection At Confederation Centre Public Library
More than 140 Compact Discs (CDS) valued at approximately $3,000 have been donated to the music collection of the Confederation Centre Public Library by Centre patrons over the past six months. The shift from LPS to CDS by the music industry several years ago created a serious dilemma for the… |
| NEW INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES ASSOCIATION OF PEI FORMED
The Information Technologies Association of PEI (ITAP) has recently been formed through the efforts and organization of various private sector interests with the assistance of Enterprise PEI. The association will provide leadership on issues that affect the growth and prosperity of the Information… |
| Atlantic Entrepreneurship Educators Symposium To Be Held In Moncton
Over 200 entrepreneurship educators from across the Atlantic Provinces will focus on entrepreneurship in the education system at The Atlantic Entrepreneurship Educator's Symposium, May 8-10, 1997, at Hôtel Beauséjour, Moncton, New Brunswick. The Symposium (the largest in five years) is hosted by… |
| Canada Health Day May 12, 1997
Islanders will have many opportunities to celebrate community health on Canada Health Day, Monday, May 12, 1997. Canada Health Day is a national event, celebrated each year on May 12th, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birthday. The theme this year is Focus On Community Health. It has… |
| Environmental Award Recipients Announced
Kevin J. MacAdam, Minister of Fisheries and Environment today announced the recipients of the 1997 Prince Edward Island Environmental Awards. "The Award recipients have tackled the environmental challenges that each of us faces," said the Minister. "They have made a difference to our Island… |
| Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program Accepting Applications
Minister of Fisheries and Environment Kevin J. MacAdam has announced that the Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program, an initiative to assist in the protection and enhancement of wildlife habitats, is now accepting project applications for the 1997 season. "This program offers a range of support to… |
| Minister Issues Statement Regarding Highway Safety
The Minister of Transportation and Public Works, the Honourable Michael Currie, issued a statement today regarding highway safety. Mr. Currie stated, "in the past several days there have been three highway traffic accidents in which young people have lost their lives. As provincial Minister… |
| Projects Funded To Support Children And Youth
Twenty-seven successful projects were announced today to support the healthy development of Island children and youth through the $100,000 PEI Child and Youth Initiative Fund. The announcement was made by Health and Social Services Minister Mildred Dover on behalf of government. The projects… |