News Archives
Government of Prince Edward Island news releases dated April 18, 1996 – October 31, 2016 are available here.
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| Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement and Atlantic health regions combat chronic disease
Innovative approach to COPD care INSPIRES collaborationThe Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement (CFHI) and 83 healthcare leaders from across the Atlantic are meeting today to advance 10 improvement projects in their ground-breaking collaboration focused on chronic disease. The teams are… |
| October 17 proclaimed as International Credit Union Day
October 17 has been proclaimed as International Credit Union Day in Prince Edward Island, says Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. “Credit unions make a significant contribution throughout Prince Edward Island by providing locally controlled financial services and supporting… |
| Storyboard contest theme: Violence is a choice. Choose better.
Teachers and organizations that serve youth are encouraged to engage Island students in discussions about healthy relationships, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women. The Premier’s Action Committee on Family Violence Prevention Youth Engagement Working Group is… |
| One Book One Island author to visit next week
Islanders will have an opportunity to get up close and personal with world renowned author Alistair MacLeod next week when he visits the province as part of One Book One Island, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson.“Alistair MacLeod is a tremendous author, and his book Island: the… |
| Aquaculture Alliance prepares for PEI Oyster Conference with support from the Federal and Provincial Governments
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, Prince Edward Island Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development, today announced support for… |
| Government to hold information sessions for employees
Upcoming information sessions will provide public sector employees with clear, factual information about the changes to public sector pension plans, says Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan.“There is some misinformation circulating about what these changes will mean,” said… |
| The Council of Atlantic Premiers leads Business and Education Mission to Brazil
The Council of Atlantic Premiers (CAP) is leading a trade mission to Brazil to promote innovative Atlantic business and post-secondary education opportunities. More than 75 business and education leaders from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador will visit… |
| Prince Edward Island welcomes progress on Canada-European Union Trade Agreement
Following is a statement from the Deputy Premier George Webster, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, regarding the agreement in principle on a trade agreement between Canada and the European Union.The Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to hear that an agreement in principle has been… |
| Infection Prevention and Control – Pass it On!
National Infection Control Week, October 21-25, is a chance to highlight the importance of infection prevention in our health care system, says Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison. “Infection prevention and control programs have been widely recognized to be both clinically effective… |
| Engraving of Prince Edward donated to Province House
The Legislative Assembly of PEI recently received a donation of a framed Edward Scriven engraving of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent (1834). The beautiful engraving was donated to the Legislative Assembly by the Tidridge Family of Waterdown, Ontario in honour of Catherine Hennessey, C.M. for her… |
| Engraving of Prince Edward donated to Province House
The Legislative Assembly of PEI recently received a donation of a framed Edward Scriven engraving of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent (1834). The beautiful engraving was donated to the Legislative Assembly by the Tidridge Family of Waterdown, Ontario in honour of Catherine Hennessey, C.M. for her… |
| Provincial flu vaccination program receiving high call volumes, Islanders asked to be patient
Health PEI’s provincial flu vaccination program is receiving a very high volume of calls each day from Islanders wanting to make an appointment to get the flu shot. Since last week, the flu vaccination program has been receiving an average of 750 phone calls per day. Additional phone lines have… |
| No decisions have been made on East Royalty traffic plan
No decisions have been made on how to deal with heavier traffic anticipated from potential new development in East Royalty, Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey said.“Our department and the city of Charlottetown commissioned a traffic study only to provide suggestions… |
| PEI Team Wins Silver at Mission ImPULSEible food product development competition finals
Two students from The Culinary Institute of Canada earned a silver medal in the national Mission ImPULSEible competition recently. The Mission: ImPULSEible food product development competition was created by Pulse Canada in 2009 as a way to get university and college students interested in using… |
| BizPaL extended to four new communities
Companies can now access business permits and licence services for the City of Summerside, as well as the towns of Cornwall, Montague and Souris via the BizPaL service. Through this online system, the start-up process for entrepreneurs will be simplified, and individuals can be sure they are… |
| New cervical cancer screening guidelines to benefit Island women
As Prince Edward Island observes Cervical Cancer Awareness Week, October 21-27, Health PEI is outlining changes to current cervical cancer screening guidelines that maximize the benefits of screening for Island women while minimizing the harms, says Marla Delaney, Health PEI Program Coordinator. “… |
| Be a Foster Parent – National Foster Family Week 2013
Helping a child who needs a home can be one of the greatest and most rewarding ways you can make a difference, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors. “I am honoured, during National Foster Family Week, to recognize and thank foster families across our province for… |
| Storytelling contest winners announced during Ceildh in the City
Positive relationships between generations were highlighted in submissions to this year’s Intergeneration Week storytelling, poetry and song contest, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors. “The Seniors’ Secretariat storytelling contest was launched this summer, and… |
| Prince Edward Home celebrates grand opening
The beautiful new Prince Edward Home is completed and offers tremendous benefits for the manor residents, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “I’m extremely impressed with this wonderful new home,” said Minister Currie. “Our government is committed to providing the most modern and… |
| Prince Edward Home celebrates grand opening
The beautiful new Prince Edward Home is completed and offers tremendous benefits for the manor residents, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “I’m extremely impressed with this wonderful new home,” said Minister Currie. “Our government is committed to providing the most modern and… |