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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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| PEI Porktoberfest returns
Once again this October, local chefs will be vying for the title of Best PEI Porktoberfest Chef.PEI Porktoberfest returns for its 3rd annual celebration of PEI pork. The campaign is presented in partnership with the Prince Edward Island Hog Producers, the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, PEI… |
| Montague Business Development Centre opens doors to entrepreneurs in Eastern PEI
The new Montague Business Development Centre, opening today, will provide a centre of growth for the ICT industry in Eastern Prince Edward Island, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach.“The Information and Communications Technology industry provides an excellent opportunity for… |
| Senior Islanders celebrated on National Seniors Day
National Seniors Day is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Island Seniors, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors. “The Prince Edward Island Senior Islanders of the Year Awards highlight the many talented individuals across the province… |
| 7th Annual Showcase PEI 2014 creates export opportunities for local artists
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), and PEI Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning Allen Roach announced combined funding of $75,000 for Music PEI to help local artists… |
| Prince County innovators supported through Pilot and Discovery Fund
Two Prince County companies have successfully competed for awards under Innovation PEI’s Pilot and Discovery Fund, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach.“BioSpa Cosmeceuticals of Summerside will complete their development of a full line of skincare products for the professional… |
| Health care for seniors discussed during health ministers meeting
Provincial and territorial ministers of health renewed our commitment to work together so people across Canada can lead healthy lives at all ages, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie.Minister Currie is participating in the Provincial-Territorial Health Ministers Meeting in Banff, Alberta… |
| Fire Prevention Week: <i>Alarmed and Ready - Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives</i>
Working smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a fire says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “Fire Prevention Week takes place October 5-11 and this year’s theme is Alarmed and Ready - Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives,” said Minister Sherry. “The Island Fire Service… |
| Province releases August tourism numbers
A ten year high for overnight stays through August and record numbers at the Charlottetown Airport highlight what is turning out to be a banner year for the tourism industry on Prince Edward Island, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“So far this year, overnight stays are up five… |
| Minister releases details of new and expanded mental health and addictions services for Island youth
New investments of $9 million over three years will help to ensure that Island youth can access enhanced mental health and addictions treatment here in Prince Edward Island, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Our government is committed to ensuring Islanders have better access to… |
| Minister releases details of new and expanded mental health and addictions services for Island youth
New investments of $9 million over three years will help to ensure that Island youth can access enhanced mental health and addictions treatment here in Prince Edward Island, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Our government is committed to ensuring Islanders have better access to… |
| Court endorses changes in youth mental health and addictions programs
Increased access to mental health and addictions programs is an important step in the development of a unified strategy to address the complex problems of young people, says Chief Provincial Court Judge John Douglas.“The Provincial Court welcomes the announcement of the establishment of residential… |
| Protect yourself, your family and the community: get the flu shot.
Everyone over the age of six months should get the flu shot every year says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie.“Vaccination is recognized as the single most effective way of reducing the impact of influenza, especially for those most at risk of complications,” said Minister Currie. “We… |
| Statement from Premier Robert Ghiz on the 250th Anniversary of the Samuel Holland Survey of Prince Edward Island
Monday, October 6, marks the 250th anniversary of the beginning of Samuel Holland’s Survey of Prince Edward Island, a significant event in the development of our province and the whole of British North America. In 1764 Samuel Holland, Surveyor General of British North America, was ordered by the… |
| Province and Cavendish Farms purchase at-risk land in Barclay Brook
Through a partnership with Cavendish Farms, the Province of Prince Edward Island is purchasing 96 acres of agricultural land in the Barclay Brook area to help protect Island rivers and fish habitat, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Instances of fish kills are both unfortunate and unacceptable,” said… |
| Licence plates raise funds for wildlife conservation
Islanders have raised more than $120,000 for wildlife protection efforts through the sale of conservation licence plates, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey. “The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal is pleased to support the Wildlife… |
| Minister welcomes full time West Prince physician
Dr. Declan Fox will be joining the complement of physicians in the West Prince region basing his full time practice at the Tignish Health Center, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie.“I am pleased to welcome Dr. Fox to the Western Region on a full time basis beginning October 1, 2014,”… |
| Carta Worldwide to open payment processing centre on PEI
Carta Worldwide, a leader in payment processing, will set up a data site at the Atlantic Technology Centre with assistance from Innovation PEI, says Allen Roach, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning.“Carta Worldwide has a global network helping businesses process payment and carry out… |
| US Ambassador sits down with Island businesses
A successful business roundtable with Honourable Bruce A. Heyman, United States Ambassador to Canada, US Consul General Richard H. Riley and staff was held in Charlottetown, says Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning Allen Roach. “The business roundtable was an invaluable opportunity for… |
| Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers meet to discuss importance of Culture and Heritage
New economic data on culture, arts, heritage and sport in Canada availableAs Canadians mark the 150th anniversary of the Charlottetown Conference, federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) ministers responsible for culture and heritage met in Charlottetown to discuss the economic benefits and… |
| Province welcomes Taiwanese delegation
A delegation of agri-processors from Taiwan is visiting Prince Edward Island this week to strengthen relationships with local agricultural producers, says Minister of Agriculture and Forestry George Webster.“Prince Edward Island has a great capacity to deliver high quality raw agricultural products… |