Today, Finance Minister Darlene Compton delivered the provincial economic and fiscal update and announced tax relief for Island property owners. At the end of 2019, Prince Edward Island’s economy was strong, outperforming the national average and leading the way in estimated GDP...
Premier Dennis King announces changes to the senior management team of government. The following changes to the senior management team will take effect in the coming days: Lisa Thibeau, Deputy Minister of Health and Wellness; Jamie MacDonald, Deputy Minister of Social Development...
Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the passing of former MLA, Pat Murphy: “I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Pat Murphy, former MLA for Alberton-Roseville and former mayor of Alberton. Pat dedicated many years to...
The following is a statement on the report of the privacy commissioner on behalf of the Government of Prince Edward Island. We thank the privacy commissioner for her work – the protection of personal information and the delivery of good governance are fundamental responsibilities...
Premier Dennis King announced changes to the provincial cabinet today. The following MLAs were given new ministerial responsibilities this morning during a ceremony at Government House: Hon. Darlene Compton, member of the Legislative Assembly for Belfast - Murray River, was...
Today, Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, introduced the Interprovincial Trade & Mobility Act in the provincial legislature. This bill will allow Prince Edward Island to eliminate unnecessary barriers to trade and labour mobility with reciprocating jurisdictions...
Federal Ministers and Atlantic Premiers announce the launch of an Atlantic Growth Strategy following a meeting on Atlantic Canada’s economy The Government of Canada and the governments of the four Atlantic Provinces are working together to build a vibrant economic future for...
Premier Dennis King issued the following statement recognizing National Road Safety Week: “Canadian Road Safety Week (May 12-18) is a reminder for all of us to think about the steps we can take as drivers to make our roads safer. For many Islanders and businesses, driving is...
I want to begin by thanking the Auditor General for her report. In early March 2015 when I asked the Auditor General to take on this special assignment, I indicated that this is not the way that our Government does business. The Auditor General has conducted a comprehensive...
The Provincial Government is pleased to join public and private sector donors in support of the Rotary Club of Summerside’s Inspire Learning Centre. Premier Wade MacLauchlan announced this morning during the official launch of the fundraising campaign that the province will...