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Harvest and Prosper offers experience ‘in the field’
2017-10-27
Creating jobs for Islanders -
When Lorne Valley Ranch developed a new crop - high-bush blueberries - co-owner Phil Jennings IV said the province's Harvest and Prosper program helped fill jobs they were having a hard time filling.
“We had done different things trying to find help, putting ads on...
Premier MacLauchlan welcomes judicial appointments
2017-10-27
The following is a statement from Premier Wade MacLauchlan, minister of Justice and Public Safety and attorney general.
I am pleased to extend congratulations to Honourable Tracey L. Clements on being promoted to chief justice of the Supreme Court of Prince Edward Island, and to congratulate Terri...
First Three Oaks teachers, students move into new spaces
2017-10-26
Investing in infrastructure -
As one of the first six Three Oaks High School teachers to move into their renovated classrooms, grade 12 English and history teacher Sarah-Jane Dixon says she’s excited about the new learning environment.
The initial work of the $22.6 million Three Oaks renovation...
Halloween safety is everyone's job
2017-10-26
Supporting Island Families -
Halloween can be fun for everyone if safety is top of mind.
While Prince Edward Island law enforcement will be on patrol on Halloween next Tuesday (October 31) to keep Islanders safe, they are also reminding everyone about steps they can take. These include watching...
Islanders honoured for protecting our environment
2017-10-25
The 30th annual Prince Edward Island Environmental Awards today (October 25) recognized a devoted group of Islanders for working to protect the natural environment we all share.
The Environmental Advisory Council chooses each year’s award winners from among nominations reviewed by its selection...
Nearly $65k in French language investments from Quebec, Prince Edward Island
2017-10-25
The following was originally distributed by the Government of Quebec.
The governments of Quebec and Prince Edward Island are presenting today the 2016-2017 results of their co-operation in the area of Canadian francophonie. Together, the provinces have invested $63,284 for the...
Jordan Brown is new education minister
2017-10-23
Jordan Brown, MLA for Charlottetown-Brighton, was sworn in as minister of Education, Early Learning and Culture during a ceremony at Fanningbank this afternoon (October 23).
Minister Brown takes leadership of the portfolio at a time when significant improvements and investments have been made in...
Paramedic palliative care nationally recognized
2017-10-23
A provincial program helping Island palliative care patients remain in their homes longer has received national recognition for its innovative approach to end-of-life care.
The Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improve (CFHI) recognized Health PEI’s Paramedics Providing Palliative Care at Home...
Minister Doug Currie announces departure from public life
2017-10-19
Education, Early Learning and Culture Minister Doug Currie, MLA for District 11 Charlottetown-Parkdale, today announced he is leaving provincial politics after 11 years of elected public service.
As an MLA, Minister Currie served in five ministerial roles, providing leadership in...
Lieutenant Governor installation is tomorrow
2017-10-19
Antoinette Perry officially takes office as Prince Edward Island's 42nd Lieutenant Governor tomorrow (October 20) at the Tignish Parish Centre.
Area residents are advised that the event will feature two 15-gun salutes as part of the ceremony’s opening and closing.
His Honour H. Frank Lewis will...