The governments of Canada’s four Atlantic Provinces are seeking proposals for a single supplier to produce driver’s licenses and photo identification cards for all four provinces. Today, the governments of Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland and...
The 2016 Ministerial Conference on the Canadian Francophonie (MCCF) was held this week in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Premier MacLauchlan attended the conference on June 22 and 23 as minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs. Representatives from each...
A new lung cancer coordinator will help the province develop its first-ever screening program while educating Islanders about how to prevent the disease. Lung cancer is one of the four most prominent cancer types on Prince Edward Island, and by itself it claims the lives of more...
Clinical trials are research studies that involve people. A clinical trial tests new medications and treatments to help determine if they work. Many advances in cancer treatment and improvements in cure and survival rates have resulted from clinical trials. The PEI Cancer...
The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island continue to invest in local infrastructure during this unprecedented time to meet the needs of communities across the province, enhance quality of life, and support economic recovery from COVID-19. Bobby Morrissey, Member of...
All Islanders are invited to participate in Family Violence Prevention Week to raise awareness and learn more about how to help prevent family violence. This year’s theme is Supporting Survivors. Being open, listening and speaking without judgment, and knowing how to respond can...
Gasoline tax is charged on all purchases of gasoline and diesel oil used in motor vehicles and on aviation fuel designated for use in aircraft. It is included in the pump price of fuel as set by the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission (IRAC). Under the Gasoline Tax Act and...
While the Island is famous for brook trout, rainbow trout and Atlantic salmon, many people also like to fish for salt water species, particularly when warm summer water places extra stress on the freshwater species. From July to October, wharves*, breakwaters and piers across the...
Prince Edward Island Premier Dennis King today issued the following statement recognizing Persons Day: “Every year, on October 18, we recognize Persons Day in our country. More importantly, we recognize the incredible leadership, courage and determination of Canada’s Famous Five...
Creating jobs for Islanders - A $25,000 grant from the provincial government’s Ignition Fund in 2016 helped Suzanne Keough expand her one-year-old Rawsome Juice Company at just the right time. Applications are now being accepted ( www.innovationpei.com) for 2018 grants, which are...