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  • Published on July 23, 2024 - 14:31 GMT

    Growing ATV trail connections in PEI

    CANADA, July 23 - A new ATV pilot road is coming to Millvale, in Queens county. Pilot roads allow ATVs to use portions of some provincial highways in rural areas.  The Mill Road pilot is the first step towards expanding the ATV trail network in the area.   …

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  • Published on July 22, 2024 - 22:19 GMT

    Families can borrow Yoto Audio Players at PEI public libraries

    CANADA, July 22 - For parents trying to encourage their children to keep up with their reading over the school break, or families wondering how their kids will stay entertained in the car during summer road trips, the PEI Public Library Service has just …

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  • Published on July 19, 2024 - 19:17 GMT

    Tentative Agreement reached between PEI physicians, Department of Health and Wellness and Health PEI

    CANADA, July 19 - Health and Wellness Minister, Mark McLane; Health PEI CEO, Melanie Fraser; and Medical Society of Prince Edward Island President, Dr. Krista Cassell issued the following joint statement regarding the Tentative Agreement reached this week …

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  • Published on July 17, 2024 - 01:34 GMT

    PEI’s Department of Education updates cell phone use policy

    CANADA, July 16 - The Province announced today a new ministerial directive on restricting cell phone use in Island schools following national trends and the feedback heard from Island educators.  To enhance student focus and to create more conducive …

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  • Published on July 16, 2024 - 18:24 GMT

    Results for tenders just a click away

    CANADA, July 16 - The provincial government is making it easier than ever for people to find information about tender award results.  PEI’s procurement website now offers the results of public tenders all in one area. This will save people time and effort …

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  • Published on July 16, 2024 - 02:12 GMT

    Mandatory Class 1 commercial truck driver training to improve road safety

    CANADA, July 15 - PEI’s highways will be safer for everyone with the introduction of mandatory entry-level training (MELT) for new Class 1 commercial driver’s license applicants. Starting August 5, 2024, passing the MELT program will become a prerequisite …

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  • Published on July 15, 2024 - 19:27 GMT

    New benefit provides financial support to primary caregivers

    CANADA, July 15 - Islanders with a high likelihood of admittance to long-term care may qualify for a new benefit that would enable them to stay in the comfort of their home while receiving ongoing care from a primary caregiver.  The At Home Caregiver …

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  • Published on July 13, 2024 - 13:16 GMT

    Government releases Digital Health Strategy

    CANADA, July 12 - A new strategy will guide investments in secure digital health technologies and improve the use of health information in PEI over the next five years to help build a healthier future for Islanders.   The Digital Health Strategy 2024-2029 …

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  • Published on July 13, 2024 - 06:52 GMT

    Statement by Premier King on PEI Pride Festival 2024

    CANADA, July 12 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement on the PEI Pride Festival 2024: “The PEI Pride Festival, organized by Pride PEI, begins today and gives all of us the chance to celebrate the Island’s …

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  • Published on July 13, 2024 - 00:17 GMT

    Bloom of blue-green algae alert

    CANADA, July 12 - The Chief Public Health Office is warning Islanders of the presence of a blue–green algae bloom in Ponds Road Pond, Belle River. Blue-green algae may form scum on the surface of freshwater ponds or lakes and can cause skin rashes and …

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  • Published on July 9, 2024 - 22:56 GMT

    Bottle deposit increase requires legislative change

    CANADA, July 9 - The provincial government wants to encourage beverage container recycling so people will return more cans and bottles for recycling to help reduce litter on Island roadways.  A review of beverage container deposit and refund amounts is …

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  • Published on July 9, 2024 - 15:05 GMT

    Applications open for Wellness Grant Program

    CANADA, July 9 - Live Well PEI is now accepting applications for funding for new projects that can reduce barriers, increase supports, and enhance resources to make healthy living an easier choice for all Island residents.  Organizations, Indigenous …

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  • Published on July 8, 2024 - 17:57 GMT

    The PEI Public Library Service extends hours of French service libraries

    CANADA, July 8 - Island residents can now visit French service libraries more often with new extended hours this summer. The PEI Public Library Service is extending operating hours at all three French service libraries effective July 9, 2024. These new …

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  • Published on July 5, 2024 - 16:16 GMT

    Annual Statistical Review shows PEI economy continues to grow

    CANADA, July 5 - The 50th Annual Statistical Review shows that PEI still has the fastest growing economy among provinces, second only to the territory of Nunavut, despite economic expansion slowing for the second consecutive year. “We are marking 50 years …

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  • Published on June 29, 2024 - 05:56 GMT

    Statement by Premier King on Canada Day

    CANADA, June 28 - Hon. Dennis King, Premier of Prince Edward Island, issued the following statement recognizing Canada Day: “On July 1st, we will join Canadians from coast to coast in celebrating Canada Day. Prince Edward Island has a proud place in the …

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  • Published on June 28, 2024 - 23:54 GMT

    Horses return to Confederation Trail

    CANADA, June 28 - Equestrians will once again have access to designated rural sections of the Confederation Trail from July 1 to October 31.  Equestrians can use the following designated areas on the Confederation Trail from 30 minutes after sunrise to 30 …

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  • Published on June 28, 2024 - 17:15 GMT

    Podcast explores the hidden history of PEI

    CANADA, June 28 - With production on a fifth season now underway, the hidden island podcast has come a long way since its beginnings in 2020. The podcast, which is released by the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation, has seen its number of listeners grow …

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  • Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:31 GMT

     Infection Control Breach at Podiatry Clinic

    CANADA, June 24 - The Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) is investigating a break in infection prevention and control measures at Johnson Podiatry, 142 Longworth Avenue in Charlottetown, which occurred between January 1st, 2022 to April 8th, 2024.   …

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  • Published on June 22, 2024 - 12:46 GMT

    New funds for municipal infrastructure

    CANADA, June 21 - A $200-million federal government investment over ten years will help PEI’s communities build and revitalize essential infrastructure for community well-being, growth and housing. The Government of Canada and the Province signed the …

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  • Published on June 22, 2024 - 07:13 GMT

    Summer reading program now available

    CANADA, June 21 - Island children looking for their next summer reading list can head to their local library and take part in the TD Summer Reading Club. As Canada’s biggest bilingual summer reading program, the TD Summer Reading Club has helped connect …

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