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Poor weather fails to dampen travelers’ spirits in June
2018-08-02
Creating jobs for Islanders -, Tourism numbers were strong in June, despite a full month of relatively poor weather. All entry points to Prince Edward Island, including the Confederation Bridge, The Charlottetown Airport, and Northumberland Ferries, reported traffic close to par with last June, and...
New payment system available at golf courses for Chinese customers
2018-07-27
Investing in infrastructure -, The provincial government is encouraging Prince Edward Island tourism operators to add Motion Pay to their electronic payment offerings for Chinese clientele. Motion Pay allows users of Alipay and WeChat Pay to use QR codes on their mobile phones to make purchases....
The PEI Bag Company has a long history and a bright future
2018-07-26
Being in business requires adapting to market conditions, and making strategic and innovative investments. That’s why the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are supporting the PEI Bag Company with investments for innovative equipment to help increase quality, quantity and efficiency. ...
Province awards Arts Grants
2018-07-25
Creating jobs for Islanders -, Singer-songwriter Jenni Roberge will produce three live-performance music videos with the Atlantic String Machine with the $5,000 Arts Grant she received from the Prince Edward Island government. Roberge is among 12 Island artists who recently received a total of $50,...
Tourism operators to benefit from reduced licensing fees
2018-07-20
Creating jobs for Islanders -, David Groom will save nearly $800 over the next three years thanks to lower licensing fees for tourism accommodation operators. The longtime Summerside hotel and restaurant owner is among more than 1,500 operators across the province who will end-up with more money in...
PEI Brewing Company to pursue new market opportunities
2018-07-19
The food and culinary sector in PEI is central to its economy, from well-established traditional industries to increasing demand for new Island-made food and beverage offerings, including a vibrant craft beer market. The Government of Canada is stepping up efforts to make strategic investments...
Startup Zone provides new programming to support entrepreneurs
2018-07-17
Bolstering support for new entrepreneurs promotes a stronger, diversified economy that creates more opportunity for job growth and innovation by turning ideas into viable new businesses. That is why the Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are supporting organizations such as the Ignition...
Sekisui Diagnostics to add jobs with latest expansion
2018-07-13
Creating jobs for Islanders -, The second expansion in as many years at Sekisui Diagnostics will bring new jobs and help the company increase its production and develop new export markets that will boost the Island’s economy. Premier Wade MacLauchlan and His Excellency Kimihiro Ishikane, Japan’s...
Slemon Park Corporation to Expand Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing Capacity
2018-07-11
In Western Prince Edward Island, businesses in aerospace and advanced manufacturing are leading through innovation in technology, training, and sector growth. That is why the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are investing in the province’s aerospace sector to advance innovation and...
Bringing more affordable medicines to market
2018-07-11
Innovation is not a buzzword. It is a way of life and a driving force in today’s economy. It is about making things better, whether that’s new technologies, ideas, or products and services. It’s about creating well-paying jobs across Canada and having the potential to improve the lives of men and...