Premier Dennis King issued the following statement after a teleconference early this morning with Santa Claus and Justice and Public Safety Minister Bloyce Thompson: “Earlier today, I spoke with Santa to go through the pre-travel screening questionnaire before he enters PEI later...
Islanders continue to have their voices heard on government agencies, boards and commissions through Engage PEI. Over 22 Islanders have been appointed or reappointed to nine boards this month. “It is absolutely tremendous to see that Islanders continue to help their communities...
Effective November 20, 2020, non-medical masks or face coverings will be mandatory in all indoor public spaces in Prince Edward Island. Chief Public Health Officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, says the change is, in large part, due to the surging COVID-19 cases across the country....
Islanders continue to make positive impacts to their communities by participating in government agencies, boards and commissions. This month, close to 40 Islanders have been appointed or reappointed to 16 government boards. “Islanders have a great deal of knowledge that is...
Following the reinstatement of the Charlottetown Area Development Corporation (CADC), a new private sector board is ready to lead the capital region in economic growth and innovation. The ten-person board consists of seven members from the Province, two members from the City of...
As part of Women’s History Month, a new book launch celebrates Prince Edward Island’s Famous Five and the contributions of these exceptional women leaders who made political history. Minister Natalie Jameson, joined by Premier Dennis King shared excerpts of this new resource with...
Prince Edward Island Premier Dennis King today issued the following statement recognizing Small Business Week, which runs from October 18-24, 2020: “Prince Edward Island and its communities have always been defined by small business, and Island entrepreneurs have always been a...
Premier King met with Doug Newson, Chief Executive Officer of the Charlottetown Airport Authority, yesterday to discuss the recent decision from WestJet to cancel routes in Atlantic Canada. Mr. Newson expressed his concern about the recent news announced by WestJet, but praised...
Premier King spoke with Hon. Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs & President of the Queen’s Privy Council. Premier King expressed his appreciation for the continued support of the federal government throughout the last seven months, but highlighted concerns...
Premier Dennis King today expressed deep disappointment in the announcement from WestJet on the suspension of services to Charlottetown and called on the Federal Government to act urgently to support air access to Prince Edward Island. “It was less than a year ago that WestJet...