Cyclists and those who support them made a heartfelt plea for safety at Charlottetown’s Ride of Silence event last night. Representatives of the Government of Prince Edward Island, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), and the police spoke before the assembled cyclists began the slow...
Cycling PEI Executive Director Mike Connolly says he welcomes amendments to the Highway Traffic Act that increase safety for Islanders and visitors who travel the province’s roads by bicycle. Motorists must now stay at least one metre from a bicycle when passing. Also, a vehicle...
The return of milder weather means spring weight restrictions for all Island roads will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, March 14. Weight restrictions reduce the maximum load allowed per axle for larger trucks. This helps reduce damage to – and preserves the province’s investment...
Temporary spring weight restrictions have been lifted from all Prince Edward Island roads. Restrictions may still be posted on some local sections as required. Media contact: Ron Ryder Department of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy rrryder@gov.pe.ca (902)368-5112
There were fewer fatalities on Prince Edward Island roads in 2016, but more impaired driving convictions show there are still risks from the behavior of irresponsible motorists. Last year there were 13 reported road fatalities in the province -- including the deaths of three...
Motorists are asked to pay attention to traffic signs and use all available lanes when passing through the Trans Canada Highway construction zone between Charlottetown and Cornwall. In the coming week, construction on Phase 2A of the highway extension project will focus on water...
Regular annual inspections are required on commercial vehicles with gross mass over 4,500 kilograms, including trucks, truck-tractors, motor homes and buses, to ensure they comply with requirements mandated in the newest version of National Safety Code, Standard 11. All buses...
Islanders are reminded to learn the history of a vehicle before buying it. With recent hurricanes to the south, flood-damaged vehicles could be resold in Prince Edward Island. Flood damage is not always obvious, so consumers must rely on good inspection reports and learn to spot...
Several community groups will be supported in their work to promote the rights of Island girls and women. Interministerial Women’s Secretariat Grants totaling nearly $70,000 will go to seven diverse organizations across Prince Edward Island in 2017. “There are so many community...
Investing in Infrastructure - The Honourable H. Wade MacLauchlan, Premier of Prince Edward Island, and Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, today announced $14,381,250 in...