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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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| Islanders invited to participate in high blood pressure study
The Heart and Stroke Foundation and Health PEI invite Islanders diagnosed with high blood pressure to participate in a research study examining the impact of internet-supported heart healthy changes on lowering blood pressure. Led by Dr. Robert Nolan, director of Cardiac eHealth and Behavioural… |
| Government approves $2.8 million multi-year increases to social assistance food rates
The Department of Community Services and Seniors is making an investment of $2.8 million over five years to increase food rates for Social Assistance clients, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors. “We made a commitment in the Social Action Plan to explore options for… |
| Island Francophone students to gain valuable business experience at home
Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), and PEI Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach are pleased to announce a combined government investment of $92,500 to the PERCÉ program. PERCÉ… |
| New pathway completes bike route to beach
A new paved promenade in Stanhope is the final piece needed to finish a bicycle-friendly route from Charlottetown to Prince Edward Island National Park, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey. “This pathway has been a priority of the Community of North Shore for a… |
| Cooperation between governments strengthens the Canadian Francophonie
Meeting in Prince Edward Island, the provincial and territorial ministers responsible for the Canadian Francophonie have recognized that intergovernmental cooperation contributes to enhance the offer of services in French and to promoting the French fact for the benefit of the Canadian Francophonie… |
| Report highlights importance of healthy aging
The second Chief Public Health Officer’s Report provides a realistic picture of the health of our province that will help guide health initiatives, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “It’s important that we have reliable information that gives us a realistic account of our current… |
| Story mob visits Coles Building grounds this weekend
Children participating in the TD Summer Reading Club will be part of a story mob this Saturday on the grounds of the Coles Building in Charlottetown to mark the launch of the program, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“A story mob is essentially a flash mob where participants… |
| Pan-Canadian Showcase: Government support for a contemporary Francophonie
Based on the theme, “Pan-Canadian Showcase: Government Support for a Contemporary Francophonie,” the ministers responsible for the Canadian Francophonie held their annual meeting on June 26 and 27, 2014. This 19th Ministerial Conference on the Canadian Francophonie (the Conference) was held in… |
| Ministers working together to support Canadian Fishing and Aquaculture Industries
Labour shortages in the seafood processing sector were front and centre as the Canadian Council of Fisheries and Aquaculture Ministers gathered in Calgary, says Ron MacKinley, Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development.“Several ministers voiced concerns about the need to attract more… |
| Gardeners – please examine your tomato plants for late blight
The PEI Department of Agriculture and Forestry is asking home garden growers to check their tomato plants for Late Blight. Recently purchased plants and ones grown from seeds should all be checked. The signs of late blight are Dark, water soaked spots that form on the leaves. These spots are… |
| 2014 marks fourth year for PEILCC’s partnership with Red Cross
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission (PEILCC) is getting set to launch its 4th annual fundraiser in support of the Red Cross, which will start Monday, June 30 and will continue through to July 31. Customers will be invited to make a donation at any of the 18 PEILCC corporate retail… |
| Islanders urged to use caution with fires
The hot dry weather of the last few days has Island forest fire fighters concerned. “The recent warm and windy weather has raised the Fire Weather Index (FWI) to Moderate in eastern and central PEI and High in western areas of the Province,” said Reg Conohan, Acting Field Services Manager. “With… |
| Twenty-one Top Hats
PEI's Lieutenant Governor the Honourable Frank Lewis today issued an invitation for Islanders and visitors alike to consider a visit to Government House to capture their own piece of photographic history. "I invite everyone, families, service groups, meeting and convention organizers or delegates… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, July 1, 2014: • There will be no change in the price of gasoline, furnace oil or diesel; • Propane prices will decrease by 2.1 cpl for Superior Propane, by 0.8… |
| Cape Breton Road closure helps salmon return to Clark’s Creek
Partial closure of a clay road in eastern Queens County due to erosion has proved to be good news for salmon in Clark’s Creek, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey.“Our department has worked since 2008 to reduce persistent runoff from the Cape Breton Road, which… |
| Province signs agreement to maintain tourism research agenda
A new partnership between the province, PEI 2014 Inc and the Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island (TIAPEI) will help ensure important tourism research will be completed for the 2014 celebration year and beyond, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “The research… |
| 2014 PEI Home Renovation Programs accepting applications
Eligible low income Islanders, families, persons living with a disability or special need will be able to apply for assistance to the 2014 PEI Home Renovation Programs from June 16 to June 20, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors.“The response was overwhelming when… |
| 2012 Canadian Nature Survey released
An extensive survey on the ways Canadians use and understand nature has just been released. According to the 2012 Canadian Nature Survey, more than two-thirds of Canadian adults choose to spend time outdoors in order to experience nature and 13 per cent of Canadian adults volunteered in nature… |
| Aqua Connect PEI brings employers and job seekers together
The PEI Aquaculture Alliance has plans well underway for Aqua Connect PEI taking place on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Lane’s River House Inn in Montague. The Alliance is supporting the aquaculture industry by providing a connector afternoon, which will put job seekers, aquaculture… |
| Government renews mandate for Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention
The Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention is a widely respected model for government and community collaboration on family violence prevention, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors.“I am pleased to announce that Executive Council has renewed a five… |