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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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| Federal and Atlantic Provincial Ministers of the Environment meet to discuss clean growth opportunities and climate change
The following news release is courtesy of the Department of Environment and Climate Change Today, Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, and the four Atlantic Provincial Ministers of the Environment, Minister Margaret Miller, Nova Scotia, Minister Serge Rousselle, New… |
| Minister McIsaac wishes fishers safe and prosperous season
Fall lobster season gets underway today for Lobster Fishing Area (LFA) 25, says Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac.“I want to wish all fishers in LFA 25 a safe and prosperous fall fishing season in the Northumberland Strait,” said Minister McIsaac. “The last number of years Prince… |
| Moody’s maintains Prince Edward Island’s bond rating
Moody’s has confirmed Prince Edward Island’s provincial credit rating of Aa2, with a stable outlook.“We are pleased that we have maintained our bond rating during these challenging economic times when other jurisdictions have had their ratings downgraded,” Finance Minister Allen Roach said. “I want… |
| Western Hospital’s emergency department wait times are now online
Western Hospital has made their emergency department wait times available online, helping residents of West Prince to make informed decisions about where best to access emergency care for themselves and their families. During the 2015/16 fiscal year, there were approximately 11,000 visits to… |
| Young Island entrepreneurs jump to success
Island entrepreneurs are experiencing rapid growth and great success as participants in the province’s new micro-loan program, says Minister Heath MacDonald, Economic Development and Tourism.“Today I had the opportunity to meet with two young entrepreneurs who took advantage of this support and it… |
| Prince Edward Island’s Youth Futures Council now accepting applications
The Government of Prince Edward Island is now accepting applications from young people to be members of a new Youth Futures Council that will provide input and advice to government on issues affecting young Islanders as announced in the Speech from the Throne in the Spring. “The Youth Futures… |
| Early July tourism indicators highlight growth and confidence in industry
Initial tourism numbers show Prince Edward Island’s tourism industry saw growth in key indicators across the province in July, says Minister of Economic Development and Tourism Heath MacDonald. “The tourism industry on Prince Edward Island is a pillar of the Island economy. The initial outlook for… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Monday, August 15, 2016: • Gasoline prices will increase by 1.0 cent per litre (cpl); and • Furnace oil, stove oil, diesel and propane prices will remain unchanged.Pump prices for… |
| Housing construction increase continues into 2016
New housing is being built in Prince Edward Island even faster than in 2015, Finance Minister Allen Roach says. “The rebound in housing construction that began in mid-2015 has continued into the first half of 2016, and at an even faster pace,” Minister Roach said. “Combined with the highest… |
| Island Forest Firefighters to Assist with Nova Scotia Wildfires
Prince Edward Island forest firefighters have been dispatched to Nova Scotia to assist with the fire situation, says Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. “On Friday, five staff from the Department of Communities, Land and Environment left to assist with the Nova Scotia… |
| Love our lobster winners announced
A popular buy-local campaign featuring Island seafood products has come to a close for another year, says Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac.“We had 20 retailers across P.E.I. participate in Love our Lobster this spring. Congratulations to all of this year’s lucky winners who… |
| Official opening of Millie Gamble Road recognizes pioneering artist and educator
An early artist, nurse and school teacher in Tryon was honoured today with official opening of Millie Gamble Road, says Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar.“Millie Gamble was a pillar of the Tryon community – a leader in an era when men were very dominant in Island… |
| Island students studying out of province asked to notify Health PEI to ensure coverage
Islanders studying out of province are reminded to notify Health PEI of their plans to be out of the province to ensure they have appropriate medical coverage. Islanders who are studying within Canada and have a valid PEI health card are insured through Health PEI for emergency health services or… |
| DBRS confirms province’s bond rating
DBRS is the second agency in two weeks to confirm Prince Edward Island’s provincial credit rating as unchanged and stable. “The fact that we have maintained our bond rating helps signal to potential investors that Prince Edward Island is a wise choice for their money,” Finance Minister Allen Roach… |
| Prince Edward Island’s golf industry seeing increases in July 2016
Golf on Prince Edward Island continues to be on the upswing as July numbers indicate busy fairways and promising industry trends, says Minister of Economic Development and Tourism Heath MacDonald. “Prince Edward Island’s golf courses are among the most respected in the country and position the… |
| UPEI to replace artificial turf in time for fall sport season
Member of Parliament for Charlottetown Sean Casey, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), today joined the Honourable Richard Brown, Minister of Workforce and… |
| License Suspended For Old Triangle Irish Ale House
The Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission has suspended the lounge liquor license, license number LL90228, for the premises known as “Old Triangle Irish Ale House” located in Charlottetown, for the following period of time, that is:for a period of three (3) days commencing 9:00 a.m.,… |
| UPEI thanks outgoing, welcomes new Board of Governors members
The following news release is courtesy of the University of Prince Edward IslandThe University of Prince Edward Island is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathy Hambly and James Moran as well as the re-appointments of Scott Harper and Margo Thompson to its UPEI Board of Governors.“I am… |
| Federal and provincial governments announce funding for Cavendish tourism projects
It’s summer – open the doors and bring on the visitors. It’s not quite that simple - just ask representatives from Cavendish Beach Music Festival Inc. (CBMF), Sandspit Entertainment Ltd., and Tourism Cavendish Beach. Like most tourism operators and organizations, they work tirelessly to attract… |
| Consultation on Allowable Rent Increase
The Director of Rental of Residential Property invites written submissions from Landlords, Tenants, interested Groups and the public to assist in establishing the annual allowable percentage rent increase to take effect January 1, 2017. Each year the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission sets… |