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YOUR SEARCH FOR in all months year 2005 returned 54 results of Prince Edward Island news releases. Click on the title of any release for the complete text.
Environment, Energy & Forestry
Renewable Energy Act Proclaimed and Regulations Passed
The Government of Prince Edward Island continues to move forward with its plans to make PEI a national leader in renewable energy research and develop...Province Signs Land Management Agreement With The Environmental Coalition Of PEI
[12/22/2005]
Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Jamie Ballem announced today that the Province has reached an agreement with the Environmental Coalition ...Province Transfers Wildlife Conservation Fund
[12/13/2005]
Support for wildlife enhancement efforts in PEI was strengthened today as administration of the Wildlife Conservation Fund was transferred to a commit...Ground Hemlock Buyers' Course Being Offered
[12/9/2005]
The summer of 2004 was a controversial and difficult one for many in the Island’s ground hemlock harvest industry. Allegations of trespass, theft, poo...Government of Canada and Prince Edward Island are Working with Partners to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
[11/25/2005]
The Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island today announced that they will work in partnership with a private sector partner on a project that ...Green Firewood Use Causing Concern
[11/18/2005]
A renewed interest in firewood to offset higher home heating costs has led to a shortage of properly seasoned wood, forcing some homeowners to burn “g...Prince Edward Island Wind Atlas Unveiled
[11/4/2005]
Prince Edward Island has a valuable new technological resource to encourage wind energy development in the province. The Prince Edward Island Wind Atl...Province Announces Plan to Help Islanders Reduce Home Heating Costs
[10/12/2005]
The Province of Prince Edward Island has announced details of a $1.4 million energy assistance plan to help Islanders deal with higher home heating co...Province Moving Forward with Changes to Pesticides Control Act and Regulations
[10/11/2005]
The Government of Prince Edward Island is moving forward with a comprehensive plan to amend provincial laws governing the handling and use of pesticid...PEI Model Forest Partnership Seeks Proposals
[10/5/2005]
The PEI Model Forest Network Partnership Ltd. has issued a new request for proposals calling for projects which support sustainable forest management ...Fall Frolic Run and Walk
[10/4/2005]
For Rick and Judy West of Charlottetown, the Provincial Forest Fall Frolic Run and Walk has become an important part of their commitment to physical f...Minister Updates Progress on Wind Farm Project
[10/3/2005]
The Government of Prince Edward Island has given approval to the PEI Energy Corporation to proceed with final design and development of a 30-megawatt ...Environment Ministers Pledge Their Commitment to Cooperation
[9/30/2005]
Atlantic environment ministers have pledged to take a regional approach to addressing environmental issues where appropriate and to continue their coo...Canadian Wind Energy Institute to be Established at North Cape, Prince Edward Island
[9/28/2005]
Prince Edward Island’s position as a leader in wind energy research and development has been strengthened with the announcement that the Canadian Wind...Hunting Guide Regulations in Effect for Fall Hunting Season
[9/23/2005]
Hunters will see some changes in the field in the upcoming hunting season as new Hunting Guide Regulations come into effect. Hunting guides and outfit...Workshop Planned for Novice Upland Game Hunters
[9/21/2005]
Islanders interested in upland game hunting have a unique opportunity to learn more about the sport before the season opens. The Department of Environ...Saturday Designated Waterfowler Heritage Day
[9/16/2005]
While the hunting season is still a few weeks away, young Islanders interested in the sport of waterfowl hunting will have the opportunity to practise...Province Working on Plan to Assist Islanders Struggling with Increased Home Heating Costs
[9/12/2005]
The Government of Prince Edward Island is working on a plan to help Islanders cope with the higher cost of home heating fuel this winter. “With increa...Government Offers Tips for Reducing Gas Consumption
[9/9/2005]
Islanders coping with the most recent increases in gasoline prices can take some measures to offset those increases. The provincial Department of Envi...Province Contributes to Protection of Boughton Island
[9/1/2005]
The Provincial Government is assisting the Nature Conservancy of Canada in acquisition of Boughton Island, Environment, Energy and Forestry Minister J...Island Science Students Do Well In International Competition
[8/25/2005]
ENVIROTHON students from Three Oaks Senior High in Summerside were extremely pleased with their performance at the recent 2005 Canon ENVIROTHON in Spr...Department Releases New PEI Atlas
[8/24/2005]
Outdoor enthusiasts such as fly fishers, historians, bird-watchers, and others are excited about the recently released Prince Edward Island Atlas. Pro...Workshop Encourages a New Generation of Waterfowl Hunters
[8/17/2005]
With hunting season just around the corner, a free workshop is being planned to help young Islanders learn all they need to know for a safe and succes...Advisory Issued for MacLure's Dam
[8/15/2005]
The Department of Health and Social Services is advising the public to avoid swimming or eating fish from MacLure’s Dam in Murray River due to a heavy...Islanders Asked Not to “Rescue” Young Wildlife
[7/21/2005]
Even though they have good intentions, Islanders are reminded that they should not try to “rescue” what looks like orphaned wildlife. Randy Dibblee, a...Island Science Students to Compete in United States
[7/15/2005]
The spruce and maple forests of Prince Edward Island may be quite different from the oak and hickory forests of Missouri, but that doesn’t scare the I...ATLANTIC ENERGY MINISTERS TO FOLLOW PREMIERS’ DIRECTIVE ON REGIONAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY
[7/14/2005]
Atlantic Energy Ministers wrapped up a meeting today with a pledge to increase co-operation on energy efficiency. The ministers are following up on a ...Public forest Council Recognizes Contribution of Young Island Artist
[7/6/2005]
Public Forest Council Chair, Dr. Ian MacQuarrie, presented a copy of the Council’s recently released Forest Policy report “Woodlands Hold our Island T...Island Student's Artwork Featured in National Calendar
[6/23/2005]
A drawing by Island student Lindsay Clow showing easy ways Canadians can help save energy will be featured in a national calendar next year. The Grade...Forest Tent Caterpillar Numbers Rising
[6/17/2005]
Officials with the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry are advising property owners that Prince Edward Island may be about to experience ou...Islanders Honoured for Environmental Efforts
[6/16/2005]
A group of Prince Edward Island citizens who have made an outstanding contribution to the Island environment were honoured at a special ceremony at Go...Ground Hemlock Consultations Announced
[6/8/2005]
Last summer, Island and national media carried reports about forest owners from across PEI who were experiencing problems with wide spread theft, tres...Minister Releases Report on Regulation of Construction and Demolition (C & D) Debris Sites
[6/2/2005]
Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Jamie Ballem has released a report on the regulation of construction and demolition (C&D) debris sites in...Minister Tables Forest Policy Report
[6/1/2005]
Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Jamie Ballem tabled the Public Forest Council’s report “Woodlands Hold Our Island Together,” in the Legis...Government Moves Forward on Wind Project in Eastern Prince Edward Island
[6/1/2005]
The Government of Prince Edward Island moved another step closer today to establishing a 30-megawatt wind farm in eastern Kings County. Premier Pat Bi...Take Your Family Fishing Victoria Day Weekend - ~ No licences required to go fishing May 20-23 ~
[5/31/2005]
Island families who are thinking about making angling part of their summer plans will have the chance to fish for free during the upcoming Take Your F...Giving Trees... Giving Hope
[5/18/2005]
The Canadian Breast Cancer Network (CBCN), along with the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry, will be hosting the second annual Giving Tre...Province Changing Requirements for Harvests on Provincial Forest Land
[5/12/2005]
With the release of the 2005 Standing Wood Harvest Tenders, the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry is announcing several important changes...Hydrogenics and PEI Energy Corporation Partner to Develop Prince Edward Island Wind-hydrogen Village Project
[4/29/2005]
Prince Edward Island Premier Pat Binns and Randall MacEwen, Vice President, Corporate Development of Hydrogenics Corporation (Nasdaq: HYGS; TSX: HYG),...DEPARTMENT CONCERNED ABOUT OUTDOOR BURNING
[4/22/2005]
The Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry has issued a caution to Islanders after last weekend’s warm and windy weather saw provincial forest...ISLANDERS ENCOURAGED TO EXPLORE “WILD” PLACES ~ National Wildlife Celebrated April 10-16 ~
[4/19/2005]
Islanders are encouraged to explore PEI’s special “wild” places as they celebrate National Wildlife Week this week. Minister of Environment, Energy an...Spring Angling Season Just Around the Corner
[4/13/2005]
Recreational fishing enthusiasts are getting their tackle boxes stocked for the opening of the spring angling season Friday, April 15. Announcing open...Minister Calls for Nominations for 2005 Environmental Awards
[4/12/2005]
Minister of Environment, Energy and Forestry Jamie Ballem is encouraging Islanders to show their appreciation to the many people who work to protect a...Fund to Provide Increased Support for Wildlife Enhancement
[4/6/2005]
More resources will be available for wildlife enhancement in coming years with an increase in the Wildlife Conservation Fund Licence. At the same time...Province and Industry Partner to Promote Oil Tank Inspection
[3/9/2005]
Islanders who have their oil tank inspected and tagged by this spring could get a big head start on next season’s home heating bill. The Department of...Planning For The Future of The Recreational Fishery
[2/28/2005]
Recreational fishing enthusiasts from across the province will meet next week to work on a long-term plan to enhance fish habitat and encourage more I...Public Interest Leads to Additional Forest Policy Consultations
[2/23/2005]
The extraordinary level of public interest in the forest policy consultations has caused the Public Forest Council to schedule two additional sessions...Fire Expert Completes Assessment of Hazelbrook C&D Site
[2/22/2005]
An expert in construction and demolition (C&D) disposal operations and fires at C&D sites, Dr. Tony Sperling of Landfill Fire Control Inc., has determ...A New Model for Public Land Management
[2/16/2005]
The Province of Prince Edward Island is embarking on an innovative pilot project to look at new ways to manage public lands and enhance the role these...Results of Air Quality Monitoring at Hazelbrook
[2/14/2005]
Provincial health and environment officials provided an update today on air monitoring activities at the construction and demolition (C&D) disposal si...Update on Conditions at Hazelbrook C&D Site
[2/7/2005]
The Fire Marshall’s Office and the Department of Environment, Energy and Forestry provided an update today on conditions at the construction and demol...Government Calls for Expressions of Interest to Establish a Biodiesel Plant
[2/3/2005]
The Government of Prince Edward Island took another step forward today in efforts to establish a biodiesel facility in the province. Premier Pat Binns...Departments Provide Update on Fire in Hazelbrook
[2/2/2005]
The smoldering fire at a construction and demolition disposal site in Hazelbrook had significantly improved as of Friday morning. However, the site op...Government Releases Ground Hemlock Report
[1/7/2005]
Last summer, many woodlot owners across PEI discovered an ugly secret - ground hemlock had been harvested from their forest land without the owners’ k...
[1/6/2005]
