New anti-skidding technology to become mandatory on Canadian vehicles


OTTAWA Canada’s Transport Minister John Baird today announced that effective August 31, 2011, auto manufacturers must install a safety technology in Canadian vehicles to help drivers avoid road collisions.

Summerside wind farm briefly powers entire city
The new wind turbines in Summerside, which went online this week, have surprised with their output, the city’s chief administrative officer says.

House lost to fire
A house in St. Patrick Road, northeast of Charlottetown, was lost to fire Wednesday morning.

Bus rapid transit opens, improving access to York University
TORONTO Greater Toronto Area residents, students and commuters now have a faster and more efficient transit option, thanks to the new York University busway. A ceremony today celebrated the completion of construction and kicked off the official start of rapid transit service from Downsview Station to York University.

Green Party wants P.E.I. to drop pesticide ban
The Green Party of P.E.I. is asking the province to shelve its ban on cosmetic pesticides before the legislation even comes into effect.