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Bringing history home
2017-02-23
Stacy MacInnis remembers bundling up on cold winter mornings when he was five years old and going next door with his mother to stoke the coal stove for waiting passengers at the Elliott family’s train station in Pleasant Valley.
Fast forward more than 50 years – it’s a summer day and MacInnis, now...
Committed to kindness
2017-02-23
“The face of Englewood School” was surprised with an Extra Mile award this week for her love and commitment to the schools’ students. Administrative assistant Cathy Cairns was “shocked, touched and emotional” when her colleagues announced her win at an assembly on Pink Shirt Day.
“I’m still...
Minimum wage rises to $11.25 per hour
2017-02-22
Minimum wage on Prince Edward Island will increase by 25 cents on April 1, to $11.25 per hour.
The province’s minimum wage has increased 38 per cent since 2008. By comparison, inflation has risen 11 per cent during that time.
“Our government is pleased to approve this increase in minimum wage,...
Online map will help pinpoint outdoor recreation
2017-02-22
A new interactive map will help users point and click their way to outdoor fun across Prince Edward Island.
The Active Living on PEI “story map” allows Islanders and visitors to find year-round opportunities like cycling, running or hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing....
New investments will preserve historic sites
2017-02-17
New capital investments will help maintain and modernize the Beaconsfield Historic Site and the Provincial Artifacts Collections Facility.
The provincial and federal governments are collaborating to preserve these important historical and cultural spaces. The Government of Prince Edward Island...
Task force to recommend on Wood Islands ferry
2017-02-17
Three eastern Prince Edward Islanders will provide recommendations on ensuring the future of the Wood Islands-Caribou ferry as the province continues to advocate for full ferry service.
The new Prince Edward Island Ferry Task Force will consult with Islanders to identify the ferry service’s...
Petroleum pricing, February 16, 2017
2017-02-16
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Thursday, February 16, 2017:
• There will be no change in the price of gasoline, diesel, furnace oil, stove oil or propane.
Pump prices for regular unleaded gasoline at self-...
Mount Herbert intersection improvements proposed
2017-02-15
Improvements to the Mount Herbert intersection will make it safer and more efficient for commuters and transport vehicles traveling through eastern Queens County.
Area residents can view several design options and get their questions answered by provincial government transportation staff at a...
Week celebrates teachers and staff
2017-02-15
This week Islanders are encouraged to thank teachers and staff for supporting our Island’s children and youth.
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week February 13 to 17 recognizes teachers, administrators, and staff for the contributions they make to the lives of students. Parents and students...
Changes to Cabinet announced
2017-02-15
Premier Wade MacLauchlan today announced changes to Cabinet to provide leadership on government’s priorities to build growth and prosperity in all communities and regions of Prince Edward Island.
The following members were sworn-in this afternoon during a ceremony at Government House:
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