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Wetland Identification
Wetlands are protected by provincial legislation and provide important benefits for people as well as fish and wildlife. A 15 meter no-development buffer zone applies to all wetlands in PEI. These buffer zones are essential for protecting the wetlands and their adjacent upland...
Post-Fiona forestry report suggests changes for resilient forests
Updated analysis reveals further details on how post-tropical storm Fiona affected Island forests. The Post-Fiona Forestry Update shows 9.4% of PEI forest was affected by the storm overall, referring to areas where greater than 70% of trees were blown down. Impacts in certain...
Province offers workshop for new hunters
Island residents are invited to register for the annual provincial hunting workshop to learn more about safety while hunting. Taking place Saturday, September 7 from 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Charlottetown Trap & Skeet Club in Mount Albion, the free workshop is open to all ages...
First forest sector profile released
Feedback from the forestry sector will be used to help government with key decisions as it reviews programs, policies, and legislation related to PEI forests. PEI’s first Forest Industry Capacity Report surveyed 61 individuals in the forestry sector who provided insight into...
Prince Edward Island Forestry Industry Capacity Report
Prince Edward Island Forestry Industry Capacity Report
Western watershed group repairs local river system
Lot 11 and Area Watershed Management Group Inc. is one of the many watershed groups protecting PEI’s watercourses and wetlands. Located in the community of Ellerslie, Lot 11 and Area was formed in 2009 when 22 community members came together to discuss how to safeguard their...