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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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| Prince Edward Island Beer Festival at the Charlottetown Event Grounds
The Prince Edward Island Beer Festival, produced by the Prince Edward Island Brewing Company, will take place September 6 - 7, 2013. This revamped event, part of the Fall Flavours Festival, will be focussed on educating visitors and Islanders alike on the art and craft of brewing and tasting beer… |
| Traffic Advisories issued December 13, 2013
For up-to-date information on construction projects or road conditions, please dial 5-1-1 on a touch-tone phone or visit www.511.gov.pe.ca.Completed:Marie Bridge, Kings County – The new bridge is complete and open to two-way traffic. East Royalty Road, Georgetown – Work to install a new cross… |
| Low-interest Loan Program reopened for Island Lobster Fishers
The provincial government is reopening and expanding the low-interest loan program for fishers, says Innovation and Advanced Learning Minister Allen Roach. “We are reopening and expanding the Fishers Low-interest Loan Program because we know there are fishers who have good prospects for long-term… |
| August 15 is National Acadian Day
August 15 marks National Acadian Day, celebrating the enduring vitality and cultural heritage of the Acadian people throughout the country, said Premier Robert Ghiz, Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs. “Prince Edward Island’s Acadian and Francophone community is vibrant and… |
| Petroleum Pricing
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Thursday, August 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… |
| Minister congratulates chair of Health PEI board on new position
Dr. Donna Murnaghan’s commitment to the health of Islanders and her work to improve health services across Prince Edward Island will be missed as she begins a new challenge as Dean of Nursing and professor at Thompson River University in Kamloops, British Columbia, says Health and Wellness Minister… |
| Supporting Island Artisans and the Women's Institute
Congratulations to this year’s winners from the 2013 Prince Edward Island Women's Institute Handcrafts, Horticulture and Arts Show, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Our government is committed to supporting the Island’s craft sector – a sector that is found in each village and town across the province… |
| Supporting Island Artisans and the Women's Institute
Congratulations to this year’s winners from the 2013 Prince Edward Island Women's Institute Handcrafts, Horticulture and Arts Show, says Premier Robert Ghiz. “Our government is committed to supporting the Island’s craft sector – a sector that is found in each village and town across the province… |
| Minister congratulates chair of Health PEI board on new position
Dr. Donna Murnaghan’s commitment to the health of Islanders and her work to improve health services across Prince Edward Island will be missed as she begins a new challenge as Dean of Nursing and professor at Thompson River University in Kamloops, British Columbia, says Health and Wellness Minister… |
| Share the road with cyclists, now and always
With the heart of vacation season here and a three-day road bicycle event approaching, drivers should be particularly aware of cyclists on our roadways, said Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Robert Vessey. “Visitors are exploring our province by bicycle, and it’s important to… |
| Community-based facilities in Western PEI benefit from federal and provincial infrastructure investments
The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), the Honourable Ron MacKinley, Prince Edward Island Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development, along with community group… |
| Minister Currie congratulates Team PEI on successful Canada Games
Over the past two weeks at the 2013 Canada Games, Team PEI has demonstrated to the country the results of hard work and dedication, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “The Games in Sherbrooke were a big success for our Island team with many personal bests achieved in the water, out… |
| New stand-alone palliative care centre to improve care for patients
Progress is underway for the construction of a new stand-alone palliative care centre that will provide greater comfort to seriously ill Islanders and their families, says Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie. “This new palliative care centre will improve the quality of life for patients and… |
| Governments invest in new tent for festivals and events
A federal-provincial investment in a specialized events tent will support Prince Edward Island’s largest festivals and benefit the Prince Edward Island economy. “Our Government is pleased to support this expansion which will benefit not only event organizers, but Islanders and visitors alike,”… |
| International students arrive on Island soil
Seventeen international students from Ghanzou, China arrived in Prince Edward Island last week to begin their senior high school year, says Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac. “We are pleased to officially welcome the students to Prince Edward Island,” said Minister… |
| Prince Edward Island International Shellfish Festival entertainment lineup announced
Take a generous portion of authentic tastes and traditions. Blend with a heaping helping of succulent shellfish, then combine to produce the biggest kitchen party in Atlantic Canada. Going into its 18th year, the Prince Edward Island International Shellfish Festival is excited to announce a stellar… |
| Tanning beds prohibited for minors effective September 1, 2013
Legislation to prohibit the use of tanning beds by anyone under the age of 18 will come into effect September 1, 2013, says Minister of Health and Wellness Doug Currie. “Prince Edward Island has one of the highest rates of Melanoma (skin cancer) in the country and the World Health Organization has… |
| Tourism PEI to host 2013 GoMedia Canada Marketplace September 8-12
Over 125 travel media from all over the world will descend on Charlottetown next month for the annual GoMedia Canada Marketplace, and Prince Edward Island’s tourism industry stands to benefit, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Henderson. “Given the upcoming 2014 celebrations, there has… |
| Canada and PEI invest in community infrastructure
Many families and residents of Prince Edward Island will soon benefit from improved water and wastewater infrastructure thanks to joint investments from the federal, provincial and municipal governments. And thanks to additional federal investments, more accessible transit will soon be available… |
| Island transit services get new wheels thanks to Canada’s gas tax fund
Pat and the Elephant and Transportation West will soon add new accessible buses and vans to their fleets thanks to a $354,542 investment from Canada’s Gas Tax Fund. This significant investment will help expand transit service for persons with disabilities across Prince Edward Island.“Our Government… |