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The province’s Adult Day Program helped Sandra MacFadyen care for her father at home longer, and now she says she’s encouraged that more hours are being added to the program so other families can... -
You’ve probably seen the brightly painted Go Girl Fashions and Accessories bus driving around Prince Edward Island, but what you probably didn’t know is that inside is a former Islander anxious to... -
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s (QEH) new medical director Dr. Hussam Azzam is one of 18 new physicians who began – or will soon begin – practicing on Prince Edward Island since January. Dr. Azzam,... -
Playwright Linda Wigmore says receiving an arts grant gave her an extra boost to make her project come to life. Hers was among the $50,000 in total grant funding given to 13 established and emerging... -
Prince Edward Island’s tip-to-tip celebrations on the Confederation Trail will be part of more than 200 nationwide events to celebrate Canada's Great Trail and the 150th anniversary of Confederation...
Recent News
Energy minister meets with federal, provincial colleagues
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News Release
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar showcased Prince Edward Island’s innovations when she met with federal, provincial, and territorial energy ministers last weekend.
The Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference (EMMC) in Saint Andrews, New Brunswick featured discussions on shared priorities for jointly developing energy...
More day programs will benefit Island seniors
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News Release
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
The province’s Adult Day Program helped Sandra MacFadyen care for her father at home longer, and now she says she’s encouraged that more hours are being added to the program so other families can benefit from the support.
Starting this fall, the Adult Day Program will see expanded hours in Alberton, Summerside, Charlottetown and Souris, allowing...
Statement on shellfish enhancement program
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News Release
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries today issued the following statement on its plan to deliver shellfish enhancement activities for 2017:
The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has supported the oyster fishery for many years by providing funding to the PEI Shellfish Association to support shellfish enhancement activities. The main...
Petroleum pricing August 15, 2017
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News Release
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, August 15, 2017:
diesel prices will increase by 1.0 cent per litre (cpl); and
there will be no change in the price of Gasoline, Furnace Oil, Stove Oil or Propane at this time.
Including adjustments for taxes, diesel pump...
Health PEI announces CEO departure
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Monday, August 14, 2017
The Health PEI Board of Directors today announced that CEO Dr. Michael Mayne will depart from the health authority in October to focus on his family and pursue personal and professional interests.
Since 2011 Dr. Mayne has held senior roles in the Island’s health care system, serving as deputy minister of the Department of Health and Wellness from...
Statements on the departure of Health PEI CEO Dr. Michael Mayne
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Monday, August 14, 2017
Health PEI CEO Dr. Michael Mayne will step down from his position in October, leaving the organization on a strong footing and with a continued focus on quality services and patient safety.
“Michael has been a tremendous asset for Health PEI and our health care system,” Premier Wade MacLauchlan said. “With more 5,000 staff, physicians, and...
Alexa McQuaid selected as Team PEI flag bearer
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Saturday, August 12, 2017
Winnipeg, Manitoba - Alexa McQuaid, the 15 year old daughter of Randy and Katherine McQuaid of Charlottetown, has been selected to carry the flag and lead Team PEI into the Canada Games Closing Ceremony on Sunday. Alexa won a silver medal in the 50 metre breaststroke, finished sixth in the 100 metre breaststroke and made a number of B finals in a...
Go Girl Fashions is a mobile pop-up shop
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Featured Story
Friday, August 11, 2017
You’ve probably seen the brightly painted Go Girl Fashions and Accessories bus driving around Prince Edward Island, but what you probably didn’t know is that inside is a former Islander anxious to return here for good.
Owner Paulette Barke, who grew up in Searletown but has lived in Calgary for almost four decades, has always had a soft spot for...
Moody’s reaffirms province’s bond rating as stable
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Thursday, August 10, 2017
Moody’s has joined with bond rating agency DBRS to reaffirm Prince Edward Island’s bond rating as stable, reflecting strong debt management practices.
In its report released this week, Moody’s states that the province’s balanced 2017-18 operating budget and good fiscal performance are helping to reduce its debt levels. Further, Moody’s said it...
New QEH medical director one of 18 new Island physicians
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News Release
Thursday, August 10, 2017
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s (QEH) new medical director Dr. Hussam Azzam is one of 18 new physicians who began – or will soon begin – practicing on Prince Edward Island since January.
Dr. Azzam, an obstetrician/gynecologist, has practiced medicine for nearly two decades in Canada and overseas and held senior administrative positions in health...