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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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| Enhanced ambulance technology means better care for heart attack patients
Patients with a suspect heart attack now have more timely access to lifesaving interventions through new technology in Island ambulances, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Emergency services are a vital component of our health service delivery and we continue to work with Island EMS… |
| Islanders voice opinions on land use
Almost 800 Islanders responded to an online survey conducted by the Task Force on Land Use Policy. “We are extremely pleased with the response to the survey by so many people who have an interest in the future of land use in Prince Edward Island,“ said Task Force Chair John Handrahan. “The input we… |
| Enhanced ambulance technology means better care for heart attack patients
Patients with a suspect heart attack now have more timely access to lifesaving interventions through new technology in Island ambulances, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Emergency services are a vital component of our health service delivery and we continue to work with Island EMS… |
| Influenza confirmed in Prince Edward Island
The first case of influenza for the 2013-2014 Prince Edward Island flu season has been laboratory confirmed, says Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison. “Islanders are reminded to follow the necessary measures to prevent and control the spread of infection, including the best… |
| Public and stakeholder groups invited to provide feedback on impacts from recent changes to Employment Insurance
The Advisory Panel on the Pan-Atlantic study of the impact of recent changes to Employment Insurance (Advisory Panel) is inviting the public and stakeholders to provide submissions that outline specific and concrete impacts they have experienced as a result of recent changes to Employment… |
| New OECD report shows high levels of achievement by Canadian students
The results of a major international study released today by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) show high levels of achievement by Canadian students in mathematics, reading, and science. First administered in 2000, OECD’s Programme for International Student Assessment… |
| Police safety checkpoints will target impaired driving
Local police and the RCMP are conducting roadside safety checks throughout the province this week as part of National Safe Driving Week, Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey said.“Our department’s Highway Safety Division is joining police agencies in looking particularly… |
| PEI 2014 Homecoming Contest invites Islanders to Watch, Share and Win!
PEI 2014 is enlisting Islanders’ help to get the word out to friends and family living away to come home to PEI for the province-wide celebrations in 2014. The PEI 2014 Homecoming Contest is encouraging Islanders to watch the 2014 Homecoming video, share it on social media and enter to win a cash… |
| New Board Chair announced for Health PEI
Phyllis Horne has been selected to be the new Board Chair for Health PEI, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie.“Ms. Horne will assume her duties as Chair of the Board for Health PEI, effective immediately,” said Minister Currie. “She has served on the board for the last three years and… |
| New Board Chair announced for Health PEI
Phyllis Horne has been selected to be the new Board Chair for Health PEI, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie.“Ms. Horne will assume her duties as Chair of the Board for Health PEI, effective immediately,” said Minister Currie. “She has served on the board for the last three years and… |
| New public library location officially opens in Stratford
A new location for the Stratford Public Library will be a tremendous benefit to residents and will help promote literacy in the community, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “The new Stratford Public Library is considerably bigger, and the layout of the space drastically… |
| New telestroke service to improve access to specialized stroke care consultations
A new telestroke service being piloted by Health PEI will provide enhanced and more convenient access to specialized stroke consultation services to patients in rural areas of Prince Edward Island, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “This new service means some Islanders in rural… |
| New telestroke service to improve access to specialized stroke care consultations
A new telestroke service being piloted by Health PEI will provide enhanced and more convenient access to specialized stroke consultation services to patients in rural areas of Prince Edward Island, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “This new service means some Islanders in rural… |
| Statement from Premier Robert Ghiz on the passing of Nelson Mandela
On behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island, we pass along our condolences to the Mandela family. Today, the world is saddened to learn of the passing of Nelson Mandela, a leader who worked tirelessly to represent the people of South Africa, and the entire world in sometimes difficult… |
| Island students leave their mark on province’s snowplows
A heavy-duty painting project helped some Island students flex their artistic muscles while learning safety around the province’s snowplows, Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey said. “For the first time, we offered Island students the chance to paint murals on the wings… |
| Agricultural Insurance Corporation hosts open house after successful move to Kensington
Island farmers are benefitting from programs and services delivered from the Agricultural Insurance Corporation’s new offices in Kensington, says Minister of Agriculture and Forestry George Webster. “The relocation of the Agricultural Insurance Corporation is a reflection of government’s… |
| Accepting applications for PEI Home Renovation Programs
Applications now are being accepted for the PEI Home Renovation Programs through the housing division of the Department of Community Services and Seniors. Three programs are available to assist eligible low income Islanders, families, persons with disabilities and persons with special needs with… |
| Tips for a safe Christmas and winter season
With the winter season upon us and many Islanders decorating and celebrating over the Christmas holidays, the Office of Public Safety has advice to help keep families safe, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “Christmas is a special time of year for many and it is fun to… |
| <i>French Language Services Act</i> proclaimed on December 14
The new French Language Services Act and its regulations have been proclaimed in their entirety, says Premier Robert Ghiz, Minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs. The French Language Services Act, the first major legislative overhaul of French language services in over a decade,… |
| Province supports renovations to Summerside food bank and soup kitchen
Families in need in Prince County will benefit from an expansion at the food bank and soup kitchen at the Salvation Army in Summerside, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “The Department of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development is pleased to support… |