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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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| High demand for air source heat pumps commits most of the funding for popular grant program
Because of a high demand for air-source heat pumps, the funding available for grants under the Office of Energy Efficiency is nearing full commitment, says Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan. “We restructured the OEE programs this year, increasing the budget for grants, but… |
| Trans Canada Highway realignment update
The next one-kilometre section of the Trans Canada Highway (TCH) realignment between Churchill and Encounter Creek opens to traffic tomorrow, September 27. At the same time, TCH traffic in both directions will be detoured around the area being excavated at Encounter Creek where the existing highway… |
| PEI physicians remain highest paid in Atlantic Canada
The methodology used in CIHI’s (Canadian Institute for Health Information) recently released physician compensation report does not allow for a true reflection of the average compensation to a full-time physician on Prince Edward Island, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Earlier… |
| PEI physicians remain highest paid in Atlantic Canada
The methodology used in CIHI’s (Canadian Institute for Health Information) recently released physician compensation report does not allow for a true reflection of the average compensation to a full-time physician on Prince Edward Island, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Earlier… |
| Flu vaccination encouraged for all Islanders
Islanders are encouraged to receive their flu shot as it is the most effective way to help prevent the spread of influenza, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Vaccination is recognized as the single most effective way of reducing the impact of influenza, especially for those most… |
| Flu vaccination encouraged for all Islanders
Islanders are encouraged to receive their flu shot as it is the most effective way to help prevent the spread of influenza, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Vaccination is recognized as the single most effective way of reducing the impact of influenza, especially for those most… |
| MADD Canada honours Vessey for combating impaired driving
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey’s work on last winter’s Impaired Driving Summit and resulting legislation has earned him national recognition by MADD Canada, Premier Robert Ghiz said. “Minister Vessey has shown strong leadership on the issue of impaired driving in… |
| PEI 2014 Celebrations to kick off on New Year’s Eve
Juno Award-Winner Johnny Reid to Headline Indoor EventPrince Edward Island will be ringing in 2014 in a big way. The PEI 2014 New Year’s Eve Opening Celebrations will include both a free, family-friendly outdoor event and an indoor, ticketed concert headlined by multi-platinum-selling artist,… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, October 1, 2013: • There will be no change in the prices of gasoline, furnace oil or diesel at this time; • Propane prices will increase by 5.3 cents per litre (cpl) for… |
| Workers Compensation Act to be amended
Following a recent review, the Department of Environment, Labour and Justice will bring forward a series of amendments to the Workers Compensation Act, says Minister Janice Sherry. “In the next session of the Legislative Assembly, I intend to ask for the approval of measures that will make workers… |
| Senior Islanders celebrated on National Seniors Day
Today is a special day to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Island seniors, says Valerie E. Docherty, Minister of Community Services and Seniors. Ms. Docherty joined Mary Hughes, Chairperson, PEI Seniors’ Secretariat on National Seniors Day to honour five Islanders with 2013 PEI… |
| New Catastrophic Drug Program launched
Islanders with high prescription drug costs can now apply to have their medications covered under the new Catastrophic Drug Program, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Islanders should be able to focus on their health without worrying about how they’re going to pay for their… |
| New Catastrophic Drug Program launched
Islanders with high prescription drug costs can now apply to have their medications covered under the new Catastrophic Drug Program, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “Islanders should be able to focus on their health without worrying about how they’re going to pay for their… |
| PEI Porktoberfest returns
For the month of October, PEI Porktoberfest returns with gourmet pulled pork sandwiches vying to win one Island restaurant the title of “Best PEI Porktoberfest Chef.” After a successful pilot campaign last year, presenting partners Prince Edward Island Hog Producers, Hometown Pork, the Department… |
| New Living a Healthy Life programs beginning for fall 2013
Islanders interested in learning how to better manage living with chronic illness are encouraged to sign up for new Living a Healthy Life programs taking place this fall, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “The Living a Healthy Life program is a self-management program providing… |
| New licence plates selling briskly
Uptake for the province’s new licence plate and its wildlife-themed variations remains positive just over a week since the plates went on sale, Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey says. “The new licence plate design has proven popular with the driving public and we’re… |
| Evaluation provides recommendations for Early Learning and Child Care System
A recent report on the province’s early learning and child care system is showing positive results in quality and access to early childhood programs, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “Our government is committed to building a stronger early learning and child… |
| International students from Brazil receive warm welcome
Twenty international students from Brazil arrived in Prince Edward Island yesterday to begin their Grade 11 year, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “It was exciting to watch the students arrive at the airport and receive a warm welcome from their new homestay… |
| Premier Ghiz extends invitation to federal, provincial and territorial ministers to meet in Prince Edward Island in 2014
Prince Edward Island is pleased to be hosting the 2014 Ministerial Conference on the Canadian Francophonie (MCCF). Premier Robert Ghiz, minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs, made the announcement as the 2013 MCCF concluded today in Winnipeg. “The Conference works for an open,… |
| Land Use Task Force launches online survey
The Task Force on Land Use Policy has launched an online survey to better understand public opinion about land use in Prince Edward Island. “This is a great opportunity for Islanders to tell the Task Force how they feel about land use as it relates to water quality issues, protecting resource lands… |