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Top news stories of the Government of Prince Edward Island Press Releases

1,711 Press Releases
  • Published on October 1, 2023 - 17:27 GMT

    Province celebrates Treaty Day

    CANADA, October 1 - October 1 is recognized as Treaty Day, to celebrate the ongoing relationship between the PEI Mi’kmaq and Island residents and the province’s commitment to advancing reconciliation.    “Treaty Day is a momentous occasion for Islanders …

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  • Published on September 30, 2023 - 17:25 GMT

    Recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    CANADA, September 30 - Today, September 30, 2023 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.   Also known as Orange Shirt Day, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an important day for Islanders and all Canadians to reflect on the painful …

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  • Published on September 29, 2023 - 19:47 GMT

    Province invests in the creative sector

    CANADA, September 29 - Island artists will have more opportunities to grow their professions and help build a strong Island creative industry as part of the new culture action plan. People, Place and Possibility – Renewed Action Plan for Arts, Culture and …

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  • Published on September 29, 2023 - 19:47 GMT

    Statement by Premier Dennis King on the passing of former MLA Eric Hammill

    CANADA, September 29 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement on the passing of former MLA Eric Hammill: “Eric Hammill’s life was rooted in family, farming and community development, and was well known for his time …

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  • Published on September 29, 2023 - 19:47 GMT

    New naming program for places in PEI

    CANADA, September 29 - A new program is available to the public to propose a name for a location, or to rename a location in Prince Edward Island. The PEI Geographic Naming and Renaming Program provides a way for Island residents to submit proposals for …

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  • Published on September 27, 2023 - 18:44 GMT

    Province partners with United Way to provide emergency kits

    CANADA, September 27 - Through the Provincial Major Incident Readiness Team (MIRT), Government has partnered with United Way of PEI to prepare and distribute kits that can assist in preparing Islanders in need for the next emergency. Through an investment …

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  • Published on September 26, 2023 - 23:38 GMT

    Federal and Provincial Governments providing support for fruit tree industry

    CANADA, September 26 - Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and the Honourable Bloyce Thompson, provincial Minister of Agriculture, announced additional support for Prince Edward Island producers in the …

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  • Published on September 26, 2023 - 00:03 GMT

    The Conference of New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers Marks 50 Years of Cross-Border Collaboration

    CANADA, September 25 - The delegations of the Eastern Canadian provinces and the New England States were pleased to meet in Quebec City for the 44th annual New England Governors and Eastern Canadian Premiers (NEG-ECP) Conference on September 24th and 25th …

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  • Published on September 25, 2023 - 19:15 GMT

    National Concussion Awareness Week September 24-30

    CANADA, September 25 - Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture issued the following statement recognizing National Concussion Awareness Week: “National Concussion Awareness Week was established in 2021 to increase …

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  • Published on September 25, 2023 - 19:15 GMT

    Islanders invited to provide feedback on Pharmacy Plus PEI program

    CANADA, September 25 - Islanders are invited to provide their feedback on the Pharmacy Plus PEI program, launched last year, through an online survey available until the end of October.  Island residents 18 years of age and older can take part in the …

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  • Published on September 22, 2023 - 18:02 GMT

    New Complaints Officer

    CANADA, September 22 - Julie Gilman is the new Complaints Officer under Prince Edward Island’s French Language Services Act. Ms. Gilman is no stranger to provincial government services and operations. She has worked for some twenty years in the provincial …

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  • Published on September 21, 2023 - 22:44 GMT

    Fall workshops for seniors on financial information, seniors benefits

    CANADA, September 21 - Workshops focused on important financial information for seniors are being offered across the Island this fall. These free workshops will inform seniors about scam and fraud prevention, provincial and federal benefits that PEI …

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  • Published on September 21, 2023 - 22:44 GMT

    PEI Parks wins award of excellence

    CANADA, September 21 - Provincial parks’ staff were awarded the 2023 Agency Award of Excellence from the Canadian Parks Council (CPC) last night at the CPC Annual General Meeting in St. Andrews, New Brunswick.  The annual award recognizes an extraordinary …

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  • Published on September 20, 2023 - 19:48 GMT

    Health PEI creates navigator position to support caregivers and families of children with complex needs

    CANADA, September 20 - Health PEI is creating a navigator program for children with complex needs and their families living on Prince Edward Island. The need for this program was strongly demonstrated by a survey which showed more than 1 in 6 children …

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  • Published on September 19, 2023 - 20:24 GMT

    Supporting gender equality in PEI

    CANADA, September 19 - Islanders are encouraged to recognize and support women and the contributions they make to the growth, development and character of Prince Edward Island as part of Gender Equality Week. September 17 to 23, 2023 is Gender Equality …

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  • Published on September 17, 2023 - 15:53 GMT

    Province continues to monitor Lee, reception centre update

    CANADA, September 15 - As Hurricane Lee is expected to make landfall in the Atlantic Canada region this weekend, Islanders are asked to prepare for moderate to heavy rain and winds and the possibility of power outages. Briefings with the Canadian Hurricane …

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  • Published on September 17, 2023 - 15:53 GMT

    PEI recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Week

    CANADA, September 15 - Sexual Assault Awareness Week, Sept 17 – 23, is a time to raise public awareness about sexual assault and educate Island residents on how to better respond to and prevent sexual violence. Throughout the week, the PEI Rape and Sexual …

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  • Published on September 17, 2023 - 15:53 GMT

    Statement on behalf of the Honourable Rob Lantz, Minister of Housing, Land and Communities

    CANADA, September 15 - Today, Friday, September 15, 2023, the Honourable Rob Lantz, Minister of Housing, Land and Communities released the following statement: “When I recently met with Minister Fraser, I stressed the need for the federal government to …

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  • Published on September 17, 2023 - 15:52 GMT

    Province expecting effects of Lee today

    CANADA, September 16 - The Government of PEI is asking residents to make final preparations as the remnants of Lee approach the province. This morning, Lee made landfall in southwestern Nova Scotia and eastern New Brunswick, bringing effects associated …

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  • Published on September 15, 2023 - 17:51 GMT

    Province monitoring Lee, activates to Level 1

    CANADA, September 15 - While the Province continues to monitor the outcome and impact of Hurricane Lee, residents of Prince Edward Island are being asked to review their emergency plans in advance of the weekend. It is still too early to determine Lee’s …

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