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| Traffic Advisory issued November 13, 2014
New Project:Iona Bridge, Route 206 – Construction on the Iona Bridge replacement will begin Monday, November 17. Detour signage will be in place. The project is expected to last approximately seven weeks, with a target completion date of January 16.For complete information on current road… |
| Atlantic Ministers of Health see opportunities for regional collaboration
Atlantic Ministers of Health met in Prince Edward Island last evening and today to discuss ways to work together to improve health outcomes for patients, and ensure the system remains sustainable. The Charlottetown meeting was attended by New Brunswick Minister of Health Hugh Flemming, Nova Scotia… |
| 14 Books One Island celebrates Island authors
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Charlottetown Conference, the annual promotion One Book One Island is expanded to include 14 books by Island authors in 2014, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“14 Books One Island is not only a great way to inspire a love of reading,… |
| Hermanville/Clearspring wind development to be officially launched with an “open house”
The Hermanville/Clearspring wind development will open its doors to the public on June 19 for an “open house,” says Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan.“The Hermanville/Clearspring development has been meeting all of our expectations since it was commissioned in January,… |
| Island drivers are pledging to leave their phones alone
As graduations and summertime distractions approach, an impressive number of Islanders have committed to leave their phones alone while driving, Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey says.“We all use our mobile devices to organize our lives, but no plans we make are worth… |
| TD Children’s Summer Reading Club launched at public libraries
School-aged children on Prince Edward Island can improve their reading skills and have fun doing it by participating in the 2014 TD Summer Reading Club, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“For more than ten years, the Public Library Service and TD Bank have partnered to deliver… |
| Medical travel support program with Maritime Bus now operating
Support is now available to alleviate some of the financial stress associated with travelling off-Island for medical appointments, thanks to the launch of a new partnership with Maritime Bus, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “As a small province, it is not possible to offer every… |
| Medical travel support program with Maritime Bus now operating
Support is now available to alleviate some of the financial stress associated with travelling off-Island for medical appointments, thanks to the launch of a new partnership with Maritime Bus, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “As a small province, it is not possible to offer every… |
| Statement by Premier Robert Ghiz on the Ontario Election
“On behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island, I would like to congratulate Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne on her majority government victory in yesterday’s provincial election. “I have had the opportunity to work with Premier Wynne over the past year, and I look forward to continued… |
| Reach out and connect on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
This weekend, as we mark both Father’s Day and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, I encourage Islanders to reach out and connect with seniors in their families and in our communities to prevent social isolation, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors. “Social isolation… |
| Federal funding now available for Prince Edward Island communities
Canada’s Gas Tax Fund supports local infrastructure priorities throughout Prince Edward IslandThe Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, and Member of Parliament for Egmont, and Robert Vessey, Prince Edward Island Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal, signed today… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Sunday, June 15, 2014:• There will be no change in the prices of gasoline, furnace oil, diesel or propane at this time.Pump prices for regular unleaded gasoline at self-serve… |
| Online services temporarily unavailable
The Online Motor Vehicle Registration Renewal and the Fishing and Hunting Licences - Purchase Online Systems will be unavailable on Tuesday, June 17 between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. for system maintenance. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. |
| Upgrades and improvements at The Guild will better serve patrons and performers
Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (ACOA), and PEI Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley today announced federal and provincial funding for ARS LONGA Inc., the operating body of the arts and cultural centre… |
| Province will introduce a water act
The Prince Edward Island government will be introducing a water act to provide a modern, comprehensive legislative and policy framework to ensure the sustainable management of our water resources, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry.“The implementation of a water act will… |
| Island students vying for national prize
Twelve Island students who were chosen to create videos for their 2014 Heritage Fair projects are now competing for a national prize as part of the Young Citizens video contest, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“Each of these students deserves recognition for all the hard work… |
| Francophonie ministers to meet in Prince Edward Island
The Ministerial Conference on the Canadian Francophonie (MCCF) works for an open, dynamic and diverse Francophonie that contributes to, and participates fully in, the growth of Canadian society, says Premier Robert Ghiz, minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs.“This conference… |
| Province launches new funding program for Island entrepreneurs
The newly created Ignition Program invites Island entrepreneurs to competitively apply for business startup funding up to the amount of $25,000, says Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning Allen Roach.“Our government has heard from the Island business community that they need support to… |
| 2014 promises to be a big year on the Confederation Trail
Dozens of events and activities planned for the Confederation Trail this summer will help Islanders and visitors enjoy the beauty of the outdoors on Prince Edward Island and be more active, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“The Confederation Trail is the Island’s premiere venue… |
| Premier presents awards for diversity leadership in the Public Service
There are many people throughout the Island’s public service who make an extra effort to encourage and promote diversity, says Premier Robert Ghiz.Each year, some of these employees are acknowledged during Public Service Week with the presentation of the Premier’s Award for Diversity Leadership.… |