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| Legislation targets chronic impaired drivers
Proposed amendments to the Highway Traffic Act will clamp down on those who choose to repeatedly drive while under the influence of alcohol, Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey says.“Individuals who continue to get behind the wheel while impaired – even after being… |
| Information session on Clinton (Harding Creek Road) Bridge replacement
The public is invited to an information session on the replacement of the Harding Creek Road Bridge in Clinton.Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2014Time: 7 p.m.Place: New London Fire Hall, 10659 Route 6, New LondonThe existing structure was built in 1974 and is scheduled for replacement under the… |
| Entertainment lineup for Victoria Day celebrations announced
Islanders are invited to celebrate Victoria Day and the 150th anniversary of the Charlottetown Conference that paved the way to Canadian Confederation with The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall, said Premier Robert Ghiz.On the evening of May 19, Islanders will welcome Their Royal… |
| Kindergarten teachers receive Bachelor of Education degrees
Last weekend, 83 kindergarten teachers graduated with their Bachelor of Education degree, which was an important milestone in the successful transition to a public full-day kindergarten program in our Island school system, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac.“As… |
| Province invests in equipment upgrades for community fire departments
A provincial investment of over $97,000 has helped six community fire departments upgrade equipment that will allow them to better serve their communities, says Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development, Ron MacKinley.“Volunteer firefighters provide an essential service to their… |
| Spring weight restrictions lifted
Effective immediately, spring weight restrictions are lifted on all Island roadways. |
| Province to honour paralympian Mark Arendz
Double Paralympics medalist and biathlete Mark Arendz will be honoured by his home training facility, Brookvale Nordic Centre, at a ceremony to open the 2015 ski season, says Minister of Community Services and Seniors Valerie E. Docherty.“Mark’s achievements are just tremendous and they give all… |
| Heritage Fair finalists to participate in 2014 celebrations
Finalists chosen from this week’s provincial Heritage Fair will be invited to participate in the 2014 celebrations this summer, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “The Heritage Fair is a great way for students to explore our shared history and to learn about what life was like… |
| Free family fishing on this long weekend
The annual Free Family Fishing Weekend will run from May 16 to 19, 2014 making it a great time to take your family fishing at a local pond, stream or river, says Minister of Agriculture and Forestry George Webster. “Every year during the Victoria Day long weekend, Island families are invited to… |
| Expansion of pharmacists' services being explored
Under proposed changes to expand the services pharmacists can offer, Islanders will be able to visit their local pharmacist to receive treatment and prescriptions for a variety of minor ailments, giving them quicker access to care and freeing up physicians’ time to treat more serious illnesses,… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Thursday, May 15, 2014: • Gasoline prices will decrease by 4.4 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will decrease by 3.5 cpl; • Diesel prices will decrease by 4.0… |
| New front-line positions in mental health and addictions will improve access for Islanders
Islanders struggling with addictions will benefit by improved access with the recent addition of three new front-line positions, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “These new positions will ensure more timely access to services and help people navigate the system more easily,” said the… |
| New front-line positions in mental health and addictions will improve access for Islanders
Islanders struggling with addictions will benefit by improved access with the recent addition of three new front-line positions, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “These new positions will ensure more timely access to services and help people navigate the system more easily,” said the… |
| Winners of the Youth Storyboard Contest embrace theme: Violence is a choice. Choose better.
The winners of the 2014 Youth Storyboard Contest demonstrate that using violence is a choice and people can make better choices, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors, and Dr. Philip Smith, chair of the Premier's Action Committee on Family Violence, 3rd mandate.“I am… |
| PEILCC and the Atlantic Salmon Conservation Foundation make Earth Day special for six PEI organizations
The PEI Liquor Control Commission (PEILCC) and the Atlantic Salmon Conservation Foundation (ASCF) made this year’s Earth Day an even bigger celebration than usual for river conservation in Prince Edward Island. The PEILCC and the Foundation announced $85,107 in funding for six projects to preserve… |
| United States Consul General visits Prince Edward Island
United States Consul General for Atlantic Canada Richard H. Riley is visiting Prince Edward Island this week, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “It is a pleasure to have Mr. Riley visit Prince Edward Island to further explore opportunities for collaboration between our great province and the United States… |
| LED highway lighting saves 40 per cent on electricity costs
Converting older highway lights to energy-efficient LEDs is reducing the province’s electricity bill, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey. “Lighting our highways is one of the most important things we can do to make nighttime driving safer,” Minister Vessey said. “… |
| Eight medications added to provincial formulary
Eight drugs have been added to the provincial formulary, making it easier for Islanders to access the medications they need, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Making medications more affordable and accessible is a priority for our government,” said the minister. “Since 2006-2007,… |
| Pilot project allows forest harvesting in buffer zones
Licensed forest harvesters will soon be able to carry out enhancement activities in buffer zones, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “Maintaining buffer zones with improved management will improve their effectiveness in protecting watercourses and wetlands while providing… |
| PEI Fishermen’s Association hoping to cash in on halibut industry
PEI Fishermen’s Association receives support to conduct research on the growing halibut industry.Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), and PEI Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural… |