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Recognizing that water is one of our province’s most precious resources, the provincial government has suspended any new development of bottled water until the Water Act has been introduced. “The province is committed to the protection of our water for future generations,”...
Islanders are encouraged to recycle their unwanted textiles at designated drop-off sites to keep them out of landfills. There are now two collection bins at Greenisle Environmental’s Waste Watch drop-off location at 8 Superior Crescent in Charlottetown, where Islanders can drop...
More than 45,000 trout have been added to Prince Edward Island ponds and rivers so far this year, helping to boost recreational fishing and promote spawning for the future. This week 1,000 brook trout were released into Barlow’s Pond in Wellington. The Department of Communities...
Input from Islanders is needed to help develop the provincial government’s plan for mitigating the effects of climate change. The public is invited to provide anonymous feedback on a new discussion paper titled “ Recommendations for the Development of a 2016 Climate Change...
Islanders can continue to give their feedback on the new Municipal Government Act until October 22. There have been four face-to-face consultation sessions since September in Elmsdale, Summerside, Charlottetown, and Montague attended by 60 Island municipalities. “Consultation is...
Prince Edward Island’s efforts and reputation as a leader in climate change mitigation and adaptation will shape a flexible, P.E.I. approach to carbon pricing. Prince Edward Island is acknowledged as a committed contributor to international mitigation and adaptation actions...
More than 65 Island students now have knowledge of wildlife, hunting safety, and outdoor skills that they will carry with them their entire lives, says Communities, Land and Environment Minister Robert Mitchell. “Congratulations to the organizers of the 2016 Youth Waterfowl Day...
Updated regulations will ensure these activities continue to thrive on Prince Edward Island, says Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. “Each year, our department hears from Island hunters and trappers as to regulation changes they feel require updating...
A new webpage and in-person consultation sessions will invite public feedback on new municipal legislation, says Minister of Communities, Land and Environment Robert Mitchell. “Work continues on the development of a new Municipal Government Act for Prince Edward Island. Today we...
Recreational harvesters of fish and shellfish are being reminded to familiarize themselves with the regulations for these activities. Prince Edward Island has many beautiful areas throughout the province where recreational harvesting of fish and shellfish is safe and enjoyable...