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Seeking Feedback: Mental Health in PEI’s Farming Community

Published date: August 18, 2025
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The Department of Agriculture is conducting a confidential survey to better understand the factors affecting mental health within the farming community in Prince Edward Island.

What is the goal of this survey?

This survey is part of a research project that follows up on Dr. Meghan Cameron's 2022 study.

The goal of this survey is to:

  • Understand what has changed since the 2022 study.
  • Learn more about contributors to mental health concerns in the farming industry; and
  • Improve supports and services offered to PEI farmers, farm employees, and seasonal workers.

The survey is anonymous and confidential.

What languages is the survey available in?

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

How long will it take to complete the survey?

It will take no more than 10 minutes to complete.

What is the deadline to complete the survey?

Survey Is now closed.

For more information:

For questions or alternative options to complete the survey, contact 902-368-4880.

If you or someone you know is struggling, contact the Farmers Counselling Program, available through FarmersTalk, at 902-894-8006 (1-800-736-8006).

 

General Inquiries

Department of Agriculture
5th Floor, Jones Building
11 Kent Street,
P.O. Box 2000,
Charlottetown, PEI C1A 7N8

Phone: 902-368-4880
Fax: 902-368-4857

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1-866-PEI FARM (734-3276)