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News before 1996 is not available online.
The Prince Edward Island government is pleased that the Nova Scotia environment department will be undertaking a new assessment of the Northern Pulp effluent treatment plan. Nova Scotia Environment Minister Gordon Wilson said he needs more science-based information on the...
The Government of Prince Edward Island has repeated its request for a federal assessment on the effluent treatment plan proposed by Northern Pulp given the project has direct implications on the shared area of the Northumberland Strait. Northern Pulp, located at Abercrombie Point...
Seafood distributors and exporters can now use a new video to help in their promotion of Prince Edward Island fisheries and aquaculture products. The video, entitled “Not Humble,” was developed by the departments of Fisheries and Communities and Economic Growth, Tourism and...
Melissa Peter-Paul says receiving an arts grant from the provincial government gives her more time to focus on creating her quillwork boxes – made out of birch bark, sweet grass, porcupine quills and spruce root all harvested by her and her family. Peter-Paul is among 15 Island...
Completion of the boardwalk at Souris Beach will provide a safe and accessible place for people to enjoy the scenery and amenities. The project includes a 1,500 foot extension to the existing boardwalk, a seawall, expanded parking area, playground upgrades, a splash pad, washroom...
A number of rural fire departments across Prince Edward Island have updated their equipment and facilities to better protect lives and property. The provincial government has provided funding of $138,826 through the Community Revitalization Program. The program supports the...
In the first edition of Sandstone Comics, readers see Prince Edward Island populated by super-powered humans, brooding cops, hyper-intelligent apes and extraterrestrial travelers. Artists and storytellers Greg Webster, Sandy Carruthers and Robert Doan have each created graphics...
A complete overhaul of the Albany Community Centre will better serve local residents and community activities. The Albany Community Centre has received $30,700 from the Department of Fisheries and Community’s Rural Growth Initiative. The total cost of the project is $61,400 which...
Major investments in Prince Edward Island wharves and harbours are needed to support the growing needs of fishers and aquaculturalists. Fisheries and Communities Minister Jamie Fox is calling on the federal government to significantly increase funding for the Small Craft Harbours...
Oyster fishers will continue to benefit with renewed provincial investments under the Shellfish Enhancement Program. The Department of Fisheries and Communities is investing $100,000 through the Prince Edward Island Shellfish Association to enhance and develop publicly fished...