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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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| First stage of QEH Day Surgery Department renovations complete
Patients will have better access to high quality care, thanks to the expansion of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s day surgery department, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Our government recognizes the important roles our hospitals play in providing Islanders with the care they need.… |
| First stage of QEH Day Surgery Department renovations complete
Patients will have better access to high quality care, thanks to the expansion of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s day surgery department, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Our government recognizes the important roles our hospitals play in providing Islanders with the care they need.… |
| Procedures in place to reduce abuse of commonly prescribed drugs
The continued effort of law enforcement plays an integral role in curbing the abuse of prescription drugs in our province, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “I want to congratulate Charlottetown City Police for its extensive investigation and work to reduce the number of drug… |
| Province sends best wishes to Island Olympic and Paralympic athletes
As the 2014 Winter Olympics begin, the Province of Prince Edward Island would like to send congratulations and best wishes to our Island athletes competing in Sochi, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie.“Islanders are extremely proud of our Olympic and Paralympic athletes competing in… |
| Traffic Advisories issued February 6, 2014
For up-to-date information on construction projects or road conditions, please dial 5-1-1 on a touch-tone phone or visit www.511.gov.pe.ca.New:Greenvale Bridge replacement project, Route 2 – Beginning Monday, February 10, one-lane, two-way traffic will be in place with traffic lights and related… |
| Province confirms whooping cough cases
Prince Edward Island is currently experiencing an outbreak of whooping cough (Pertussis), says Dr. Heather Morrison, Chief Public Health Officer.There are currently six confirmed cases of whooping cough in Prince Edward Island, while some additional potential cases are still being confirmed. “… |
| Minister Roach welcomes opening of Riverhouse Inn
The opening of Montague’s new Riverhouse Inn will create jobs and add a new destination to Eastern PEI’s tourism market, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach. “Montague has a distinctive and beautiful waterfront, and this new hotel will allow more people to enjoy the scenery… |
| Statement from Premier Robert Ghiz on the passing of Dr. Joyce Madigane
On behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island, we pass along our condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Joyce Madigane.Dr. Madigane has served the community of Tyne Valley, Lennox Island and surrounding areas by caring for patients for close to four decades. She was known for her… |
| Island-wide activities mark Family Violence Prevention Week
“We can all help prevent and respond to abuse in our communities,” said Premier Robert Ghiz, as he declared February 9 - 15, 2014 Family Violence Prevention Week in Prince Edward Island. “I want to commend the many Island communities and organizations that have planned special activities to help… |
| Province supports expansion of MacDougall Steel
The Government of Prince Edward Island, through PEI Century 2000 Fund Inc. (PEICF) and Innovation PEI, is supporting the expansion of MacDougall Steel Erectors Inc. (MSE), an established structural steel fabrication and erection business located in Borden-Carleton, says Innovation and Advanced… |
| Province supports expansion of MacDougall Steel
The Government of Prince Edward Island, through PEI Century 2000 Fund Inc. (PEICF) and Innovation PEI, is supporting the expansion of MacDougall Steel Erectors Inc. (MSE), an established structural steel fabrication and erection business located in Borden-Carleton, says Innovation and Advanced… |
| Donation of children’s books to libraries to promote healthy relationships
The Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention is promoting healthy family relationships by donating children’s books to public libraries across Prince Edward Island, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors.“These books teach lessons about relationships in… |
| Statement from Premier Robert Ghiz on the 2014 Sochi Olympic Games
On behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island, I want to extend best wishes to defending Olympic gold-medal bobsleigh champion Heather Moyse as she prepares to compete at the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics.I would also like to wish great success to Billy Bridges and Mark Arendz as they compete in… |
| SHAPES-PEI releases results from the 2012-13 Provincial Student Health Profile
The University of Prince Edward Island, along with the PEI Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and the PEI Department of Health and Wellness, today released the results of the 2012-13 School Health Action Planning and Evaluation System (SHAPES-PEI) Provincial Student Health… |
| SHAPES-PEI releases results from the 2012-13 Provincial Student Health Profile
The University of Prince Edward Island, along with the PEI Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and the PEI Department of Health and Wellness, today released the results of the 2012-13 School Health Action Planning and Evaluation System (SHAPES-PEI) Provincial Student Health… |
| Transport heavy loads now, before weight restrictions are in place
Commercial haulers should transport their heavier-than-normal loads now before spring weight restrictions are placed on Island roadways, Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey says.“Our highways will begin to soften once pavement temperatures climb above freezing for… |
| Farmers Helping Farmers volunteers prepare to go to Kenya in January, 2014
The team of 11 Farmers Helping Farmers volunteers met recently to prepare for travel to the Mount Kenya area of Kenya for three weeks in January and February, 2014.Teresa Mellish, New Perth, will be monitoring the Food Security Project with the Muchui and Ruuju Women’s Groups. She has been to… |
| Minister proclaims January 27 as Family Literacy Day
Families are encouraged to take time to read with their children on Family Literacy Day and every day throughout the year, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac.“Reading together for just 15 minutes every day will help foster a love of learning and a thirst for… |
| New tourism video generating plenty of interest
The popularity of a new tourism promotional video for 2014 is a strong sign of growing interest in Prince Edward Island as a destination of choice this year and of the solid marketing behind this year’s campaign, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “The video has just topped 300,… |
| PEI Firefighters' Association upgrading Fire School facility
Organization receives funding to undertake training facility upgrades to better train Prince Edward Island first responders and serve local communities.Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea and PEI Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley were in Charlottetown today to… |