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| gov.pe.ca will be unavailable from 9 .a.m until 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23
gov.pe.ca will be unavailable from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013 due to scheduled service. We apologize for any inconvenience. |
| Extended walk-in clinic hours this weekend in Charlottetown
Extended walk-in clinic services will be offered this weekend at the following locations: Saturday, November 16: • Downtown Walk-in Clinic: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.• Sherwood Walk-in Clinic: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.• Parkdale Walk-in Clinic: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.• Stratford Walk-in Clinic: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Sunday… |
| Statement by Premier Robert Ghiz on the new Premier of Nunavut
On behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island, I would like to congratulate Peter Taptuna on being named Premier of Nunavut. I also want to take this time to thank outgoing Premier Eva Aariak for her service and contributions to Canadian society. Eva always had the best interest of the North… |
| IT Garage video game and software interns to meet industry leaders
Some of Prince Edward Island’s leading IT and video game companies will meet November 22 with interns from the IT Garage program in a “speed-dating” event that matches employers and potential new employees in this fast-moving industry, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach.“We… |
| Task Force invites discussion at open house
The Task Force on Land Use Policy is holding an open house at the Emerald Community Centre on Saturday, November 23, to provide a further opportunity for those with an interest in the future of land use to share their ideas. The open house will be held from 9 to 10 a.m., followed by a presentation… |
| Website unavailable 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Saturday, November 23
gov.pe.ca will be unavailable from 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013 due to scheduled service. We apologize for any inconvenience. |
| More than 600 Island children celebrate National Child Day
More than 600 young Islanders participated in one of the largest parades ever to commemorate National Child Day in Prince Edward Island, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIssac. “National Child Day is an opportunity to celebrate our children and to ensure they have a… |
| New programming among reasons for big jump in museum attendance
New programming combined with a record year for cruise ships led to a big increase in visitation at provincial museums in 2013, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “Staff at the provincial museums work very hard to develop programming that not only reflects the Island’s heritage… |
| Trade Team PEI leads delegates to Europe to enhance trade relationships for Island businesses
A delegation of Prince Edward Island-based entrepreneurs is travelling to Europe with representatives from Trade Team PEI to try to expand their trade and export capabilities in various European countries. “Our Government understands the significant role that trade and export activities play in… |
| Beaujolais Nouveau and Vino Novello wines arrive in PEI Liquor retail outlets
The PEI Liquor Control Commission is pleased to announce that Beaujolais Nouveau and Vino Novello wines will be available for purchase in November. Four Beaujolais Nouveau will be available starting this morning, Thursday, November 21, 2013, with a Vino Novello in stores by the end of the month.… |
| Improved outlook for the Province’s finances
The Island’s fiscal outlook has improved, with bright spots in employment growth and the primary industries, said Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. “Our economy remains resilient following the global economic downturn,” said Minister Sheridan. “We are on the right track… |
| Public invited to share views on automobile insurance changes
The provincial government is asking Islanders to share their views on proposed automobile insurance reforms, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “My department has been working closely with the insurance industry to improve benefits and bring them in line with the rest of… |
| Islanders encouraged to contribute to provincial wellness strategy
Islanders are invited to share their ideas and thoughts on how we can encourage and support each other to lead physically and mentally healthier lives through the creation of a provincial wellness strategy, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “By working together, we can help each other… |
| Grade one students to receive free book
As part of its ongoing efforts to promote family literacy, the public library service, in partnership with TD Bank Financial Group, will distribute a free paperback book to every Grade one student in the province, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “The public library service… |
| BIO|FOOD|TECH purchases new specialized equipment thanks to Government of Canada and Prince Edward Island investments
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), and the Honourable Ron MacKinley, PEI Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development, today announced investments in FTC Enterprises… |
| Volunteers recognized during Canadian Library Month
October is Canadian Library Month, and to celebrate the province is recognizing many of the volunteers who do so much to promote literacy and who contribute time and effort to assist the public library service, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “Volunteers play a vital role in… |
| Innovation PEI provides support to four graduate students
Four students have been offered funding through Innovation PEI’s Graduate Student and Post Doctoral Fellowship program, to support research projects which align with government’s strategic sectors for economic growth, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach.“Investing in… |
| FPT Ministers Responsible for Seniors to meet in PEI in 2014
Federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for Seniors will meet in Prince Edward Island in October 2014, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors. Minister Docherty recently returned from FPT Ministers Responsible for Seniors meetings in… |
| Driving shouldn’t be scary on Halloween
Being alert and making sure the safety features of your vehicle work properly can take the fright out of Halloween driving, Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey said.“There are so many young trick-or-treaters out after dark on Halloween night that drivers must take extra… |
| Queen Elizabeth Hospital carrying out hospital-wide mock disaster exercise
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) will be carrying out a mock disaster exercise later today to test its emergency and disaster responses within all areas of the hospital. The exercise will involve a number of persons arriving at QEH who will be made up as casualties from an external disaster.… |