Investing in Infrastructure - Trenching of the new electrical power cables across the Northumberland Strait is complete. The Isaac Newton cable-laying vessel has completed the trench work on the Interconnection Upgrade Project that began with pre-trenching in May 2016. Once...
Two types of licensing revenue will continue to help protect wildlife across Prince Edward Island. The Wildlife Conservation Fund financially supports groups working on projects that benefit wildlife and wildlife conservation, and in 2016 it funded 51 projects. It is supported...
Motorists are asked to pay attention to traffic signs and use all available lanes when passing through the Trans Canada Highway construction zone between Charlottetown and Cornwall. In the coming week, construction on Phase 2A of the highway extension project will focus on water...
Everett Allen says he and his fellow Haviland Court residents appreciate the upgrades done to their seniors housing complex. Islanders living in seniors housing will benefit from $750,000 in government capital budget funding that will improve the homes of 300 seniors in 13 Island...
Temporary spring weight restrictions have been lifted from all Prince Edward Island roads. Restrictions may still be posted on some local sections as required. Media contact: Ron Ryder Department of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy rrryder@gov.pe.ca (902)368-5112
Several community groups will be supported in their work to promote the rights of Island girls and women. Interministerial Women’s Secretariat Grants totaling nearly $70,000 will go to seven diverse organizations across Prince Edward Island in 2017. “There are so many community...
Investing in Infrastructure - Investing in public infrastructure supports efficient, affordable and sustainable transit services that help Canadians and their families get to work, school and essential services on time and back home safely at the end of a long day. The...
From visiting friends and relatives to getting goods to market, we rely on our roads, bridges and highways to support a vibrant economy and a great quality of life. The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are investing in transportation infrastructure that will help...
The return of milder weather means spring weight restrictions for all Island roads will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, March 14. Weight restrictions reduce the maximum load allowed per axle for larger trucks. This helps reduce damage to – and preserves the province’s investment...
The province has released its second round of road and bridge tenders that includes projects vitally important for the Island economy. Details on the tenders are available at Government of Prince Edward Island Tenders and their locations can be found on the 2017 Construction Map...