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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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| Roadside safety checkpoints will appear next week
Drivers will encounter police safety checkpoints in several areas throughout the province next week as part of National Safe Driving Week December 2 to 6. RCMP and local police agencies – along with the province’s Highway Safety Division – will be stopping vehicles throughout the week to check for… |
| Prince Edward Island receives funding for victims of crime
Today, Robert Goguen, M.P. for Moncton-Riverview-Dieppe and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice, on behalf of the Honourable Peter MacKay, P.C., Q.C., M.P. for Central Nova, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced more than $1.1 million in program funding to… |
| Province launches 2014 tourism marketing plan
A fully integrated Tourism PEI and PEI 2014 Inc. marketing plan launched today will help ensure Prince Edward Island is the place to be for travelers next year, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“2014 will be an unprecedented celebration on Prince Edward Island and a tremendous… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Sunday, December 1, 2013:● Gasoline prices will increase by 2.0 cents per litre (cpl);● Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 4.0 cpl;● Diesel prices will increase by… |
| Andrew Thompson appointed CEO of the Public Service Commission
Today, Premier Robert Ghiz announced the appointment of Andrew Thompson to the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Public Service Commission.“Andrew Thompson is widely regarded for his dedication to building a strong public service for all Islanders,” said Premier Ghiz. “He is the ideal… |
| Maritime Lobster Panel presents report on industry
The three-member Maritime Lobster Panel presented its report and recommendations on the lobster industry today, November 7, to fisheries ministers from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.The independent panel was appointed by the fisheries ministers to examine factors affecting… |
| PEI Porktoberfest sees tremendous growth
Islanders have once again proved they have an appetite for supporting local.This was the second year for PEI Porktoberfest, a month-long celebration of PEI pork presented in partnership with the Prince Edward Island Hog Producers, Hometown Pork, the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, PEI… |
| Prepare now for winter driving conditions
Don’t wait until the snow flies before assuring that your vehicle is ready for winter driving, says Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey. “We recommend that Islanders install four matching winter tires on their vehicles during the month of November,” Minister Vessey said… |
| Provincial flu vaccination clinic offering flu shots without appointment this Saturday
Health PEI’s provincial flu vaccination program will be offering a “walk-in” flu clinic in Charlottetown this Saturday (November 9) to help address the strong demand from Islanders wanting to get their flu shot. This Saturday afternoon, Islanders wanting to get the flu shot can do so without… |
| Provincial and Territorial Labour Market Ministers continue to press for renewal of successful and flexible Labour Market Agreements
Provincial and territorial Labour Market Ministers met today with their federal counterpart for the first time to discuss renewal of the Labour Market Agreements and the proposed Canada Job Grant. Ministers had a frank discussion and have agreed to work together to understand each other’s positions… |
| Throne Speech outlines government priorities and direction
The Speech from the Throne outlines government priorities and the direction it will take for the remainder of this mandate, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “The direction we are announcing today builds on the progress we have made since 2007,” said the Premier. “The five central themes of the Speech… |
| Record numbers turn out for Fall Flavours Festival
It looked like it might be a good year. It turned out to be the biggest one yet. Fall Flavours Festival organizers say attendance at the 2013 Festival was the biggest in its six year history. Total attendance was up more than 16 per cent over 2012, with even greater increases in attendance at the… |
| Record numbers turn out for Fall Flavours Festival
It looked like it might be a good year. It turned out to be the biggest one yet. Fall Flavours Festival organizers say attendance at the 2013 Festival was the biggest in its six year history. Total attendance was up more than 16 per cent over 2012, with even greater increases in attendance at the… |
| Independent Review of the Prince Edward Island Lobster Fishery released
The Independent Review of the Prince Edward Island Lobster Fishery has been presented to government and was released to industry today, says Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley. “The lobster industry is at a crossroads,” said the minister. “We now have a maritime… |
| Provincial flu vaccination program offering additional walk-in flu shot clinic this Friday
Health PEI’s provincial flu vaccination program will be offering a “walk-in” flu clinic in Charlottetown this Friday (November 15) to help address the strong demand from Islanders wanting to get their flu shot. This Friday afternoon Islanders wanting to get the flu shot can do so without making an… |
| Final version of PEI 2014 theme song, Forever Strong, now available
The final version of PEI 2014’s theme song, Forever Strong, written by Mike Ross & Nicole Bellamy, is now available to the public to download at www.pei2014.ca/foreverstrong. The theme song is meant to capture the spirit of the Sesquicentennial and will serve as a musical legacy to the… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, November 15, 2013: • There will be no change in the price of gasoline, furnace oil, diesel or propane at this time. Pump prices for regular unleaded gasoline at self-serve… |
| Relief Fund for Victims of Typhoon Haiyan
Islanders can now contribute to support those impacted by Typhoon Haiyan at all 18 PEI Liquor Control Commission corporate retail outlets across the province. Donations will be accepted until December 1, 2013 in support of the Canadian Red Cross in its efforts to provide relief to the Philippines… |
| Islanders invited to participate in Health PEI’s third annual general meeting November 20
Islanders can take part in the third Health PEI Annual General Meeting in Summerside on November 20 by attending in person, or by watching online, says Health PEI Acting Board Chair, Gordon MacKay. “We encourage all Islanders to take part in the meeting whether it’s at Credit Union Place, or one… |
| Province cracks down on impaired drivers
More accurate instruments to measure blood alcohol content will help crack down on impaired drivers, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “Cracking down on impaired drivers is a major priority,” said Minister Sherry. “Because of more scientifically accurate approved… |