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More Islanders continued to get involved with their government through Engage PEI this month. A total of 11 volunteers were appointed to three provincial government boards on October 25. “We are seeing an increasingly diverse group of Islanders giving of their time and talents to...
Amendments to the Financial Administration Act were proclaimed October 22 as part of government’s ongoing commitment to enhance transparency and accountability. “Our government is committed to openness and transparency, and believes Islanders should have access to information on...
New public service leadership will guide Prince Edward Island’s efforts on the environment, energy and the economy. Changes within the ranks of the senior management in the provincial government were announced today to build leadership capacity in the key areas of economic...
The following is a statement from Premier Wade MacLauchlan: "Following the release of the Auditor General’s special assignment report, our Government committed to acting swiftly to respond to the report and its recommendations. Our Government had previously taken steps on...
The following is a statement from Premier Wade MacLauchlan: “On behalf of the province of Prince Edward Island, I would like to express my condolences to the family and friends of former Lieutenant Governor Barbara Hagerman. As Prince Edward Island’s second female lieutenant...
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...
Prince Edward Island’s efforts and reputation as a leader in climate change mitigation and adaptation will shape a flexible, P.E.I. approach to carbon pricing. Prince Edward Island is acknowledged as a committed contributor to international mitigation and adaptation actions...
The most recent population figures show Prince Edward Island had the largest population increase in Atlantic Canada – exceeding the national increase – and is on track to meet government’s target of 150,000 by the end of next year. There were an estimated 148,649 Islanders as of...
The following is courtesy of the Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada The Government of Canada values the role of post-secondary institutions as they help equip young Canadians with the education and training they need for future careers that will...
Engage PEI continues to inspire Islanders to join provincial government agencies, boards, and commissions. “I’m pleased that so many Islanders are giving their time, knowledge, and experience to the public life of our province,” said Premier Wade MacLauchlan. “We all benefit when...