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Local fire chief knows it’s important to be FireSmart
When Jason Woodbury heard about the FireSmart™ Canada program, he jumped at the chance to be a part of it. Jason, who is the Fire Chief in Miscouche, is also a former member of the Nova Scotia Forestry Department and knows better than most how important it is to be FireSmart...
Flooding and Home Resilience
Many homes are at risk of flooding from heavy rainfall and plumbing leaks. Heavy rainfall events will become more common with climate change. Home flooding can happen when water seeps into your house by the foundation and through windows that are at or below ground level. How can...
Statement by Minister Gilles Arsenault on International Francophonie Day
Hon. Gilles Arsenault, Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs issued the following statement on International Francophonie Day: “Today is International Francophonie Day. March 20 has been recognized globally as a day to celebrate the French language, culture and...
Forest fire season begins
With active forest fires in other Canadian provinces, the provincial Forests, Fish and Wildlife division is reminding Islanders that PEI’s wildfire risk season runs from March 15 to November 15 each year. Residents planning on burning brush outdoors must check for burning...
Climate Hazard and Risk Information System (CHRIS)
View the Climate Hazard & Risk Information System (CHRIS) - For the best experience, please ensure you have the latest version of your web browser. How do I use CHRIS? There are a couple of resources that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use CHRIS: Visit the How to Use...
FireSmart
Burn restrictions and the fire weather index is updated daily at 2pm on the Burning Restrictions page. What is FireSmart? FireSmart Canada leads the development of resources and programs designed to empower the public and increase neighbourhood resilience to wildfire across...
New fund to help cleantech projects
A new fund will help with the research and development costs for Island cleantech projects. The Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund will provide up to $500,000 to PEI businesses, educational institutions, or Indigenous communities for research and development that contributes...
Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund Handout
Information on the Cleantech Research and Innovation and guidelines on information required to apply.
Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund
Island business, organizations, academic institutions and communities developing clean technology may be eligible for funding through the Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund (CRIF). CRIF will provide up to $500,000 for research and development of a product, service or process that achieves any of the following CRIF program pillars: Reduce negative environmental impact by significantly improving energy efficiency and switching fuel sources; Sustainably enhance grid resiliency; Develop sustainable use of resources; Create non-emitting and/or renewable energy; or Enhance environmental...