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4:30AM
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P.E.I. demonstrates value of standardized testing in schools
The province's students, who used to score at the bottom, now score at the Canadian average.

8:29AM
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P.E.I. government fails to rein in runaway spending
The province's per-person spending will increase from $15,022 before the pandemic to $15,738 by 2024/25.

12:28PM
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The evidence is clear—P.E.I. must balance its budget

The province's net debt will top $2.6 billion, which breaks down to $16,285 per Islander.


2:09PM
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P.E.I. budget misses mark with government spending increase

The provincial government projects a $112 million operating deficit this year.


10:05AM
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King government should set sights on budget balance

Government debt interest payments in P.E.I. currently amount to $123 million annually.


11:12AM
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P.E.I.’s massive budget deficit could grow much larger

Prince Edward Islanders will pay approximately $809 per person in provincial debt interest costs this year.


10:14AM
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P.E.I government debt could balloon this year

The province's net government debt may rise 17 per cent in 2020/21.