Women’s History Month -- celebrated in October -- is a chance to recognize pioneering Island women and encourage Island girls to stand up for their rights. The theme for Women’s History Month 2016 is “Because of Her,” when Canadians are encouraged to remember and honour the...
The following is courtesy of the Atlantic Canada Tourism Partnership. Tourism continues to be one of the world’s fastest-growing economic sectors, and it is of strategic importance to Atlantic Canada. It supports 9,600 businesses and provides full-time equivalent employment to 57...
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...
Work continues on Phase 1 of the Cornwall Perimeter Highway with activity planned throughout daylight hours from Monday, Oct. 3 to Saturday, Oct. 8. Traffic flow on the Trans Canada Highway will remain in both directions but may be reduced from four to two lanes at times, which...
Five Island seniors have been named Senior Islanders of the Year for their outstanding contributions to our community. The Senior Islanders of the Year awards celebrate the work of Island seniors in such areas as volunteering, artistic achievement, leadership, mentorship...
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...
Changes are coming that will make it easier and faster to register a commercial vehicle in Prince Edward Island. Beginning October 3, Access PEI customer service representatives will follow a new process that will reduce red tape and address steps that could delay the...
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Saturday, October 1, 2016: • Gasoline prices will increase by 2.9 cents per litre (cpl); • Furnace and stove oil prices will increase by 3.2 cpl; • Diesel prices...