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MacDougall Steel Erectors receives support for new parts shop
2019-08-08
Canada’s steel and aluminum sectors are key contributors to the Canadian economy, providing well-paying jobs across Canada. Helping the steel and aluminum sector modernize and adopt advanced manufacturing techniques and technologies enhances productivity, competitiveness and helps to maintain and...
Province supports major expansion at Charlottetown Metal Products
2019-07-19
A major expansion at Charlottetown Metal Products (CMP) will result in new jobs, increases in production, research and development capabilities, and more exports. The $7.5 million project will see the construction of a 50-thousand square foot addition to CMP’s facility in Milton, which manufactures...
Funding continues for Island artists
2019-07-18
Photographer Patricia Bourque’s solo exhibition, Beyond the Regalia, is now on display at the gallery at The Guild, with the support of an Arts Grant she received from the Prince Edward Island Government. Bourque is among 14 Island artists, out of 63 applicants, who recently received a total of $...
Basin Head wharf is now open
2019-07-05
Basin Head wharf is now open again for the the public to enjoy after a temporary closure last month due to structural damage. Dredging of the channel is complete, barricades have been removed from the wharf and lifeguards are on duty. “I appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding during the...
Second round of McCain Fund grants approved
2019-07-03
Residents and the regional economy stand to benefit after three businesses and the municipal government of Borden-Carleton were announced as grant recipients under the second round of the McCain Fund. The $2 million economic development fund was set up by McCain’s after the closure of their...
Province and Parks Canada increase water safety awareness
2019-06-26
Together, the Province of PEI and Parks Canada are working to increase awareness of rip currents so both Islanders and visitors can have safe and enjoyable beach experiences. Last fall, a PEI Rip Current Advisory Committee was formed to improve water safety at Island beaches. From this committee,...
Government will disclose more loans under new policy
2019-06-20
Islanders will now have greater access to information on government loans thanks to a new policy being implemented immediately. Moving forward all loans approved by Finance PEI and Island Investment Development Inc. with a cumulative value over $100,000 will be disclosed publicly on the internet...
Historic church in Georgetown to be preserved
2019-06-07
Government is exploring preservation options for the historic Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Georgetown due to its significance to the early history of the town and the province. “Built in 1842, the church is an excellent example of its style of architecture, its age and its association with the...
Channel at Basin Head temporarily closed for safety reasons
2019-05-30
Conditions in the channel at Basin Head Provincial Park have changed during the winter season. At this time it is extremely dangerous to jump or dive off the bridge or pier. To do so could cause serious injury or death. The channel became shallow after a major storm caused it to fill with sand this...
Celebrating shoulder season during Tourism Week
2019-05-27
Spring has sprung, and so has Tourism season as June is filled with festivals and events for Islanders and visitors alike to enjoy. Tourism Week in Canada, May 26 – June 2, celebrates tourism across the country and here on the Island. As a primary industry, tourism is a significant economic...