Supporting more sustainable transportation in Prince Edward Island will help Islanders lower their impact on the environment, while encouraging more walking, cycling, and community transit. Encouraging the use of electric vehicles is part of the Sustainable Transportation Action...
Anoxic events are a common occurrence in Island estuaries and ponds during the summer months. Symptoms of an anoxic event include: floating mats of dead or dying algae, milky white or green discolouration of the water, Sulfur (H2S) or 'rotten turnip' odour, low (near zero)...
Application for Licence to Purchase a Regulated Substance Under the Ozone Layer Protection Regulations
You must successfully complete a written exam to obtain a pesticide applicator certificate. This allows you to apply a commercial, restricted or manufacturing class pesticide. A pass mark of 75 per cent is required. All pesticide exams are administered by the Department. What are...
Do I need to have my drinking water tested? It is generally recommended that homeowners using drinking water from their own well should get their water tested for bacteria at least once a year and should have a chemical analysis of their well water done when a new well is first...
The committee members who helped create the new Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park have been recognized by Prince Edward Island Association of Planners. In conjunction with today’s World Town Planning Day, the association presented the Bonshaw Hills Public Lands Subcommittee with its...
The 30th annual Prince Edward Island Environmental Awards today (October 25) recognized a devoted group of Islanders for working to protect the natural environment we all share. The Environmental Advisory Council chooses each year’s award winners from among nominations reviewed...
Islanders are invited to give feedback on recommendations that will guide the province’s strategy to address the impacts of climate change. The University of Prince Edward Island’s (UPEI) Climate Lab created the Prince Edward Island Climate Change Adaptation Recommendations Draft...