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Watershed groups will receive stable, fair funding
A new funding formula will improve how Island watershed organizations receive provincial funding. Funding will now be distributed more fairly and predictably to the watershed groups – which work to protect and improve some of the Island’s most environmentally sensitive areas. The...
French Language Services Act - 2015-2016 Annual Report
The French Language Services Act Annual Report is submitted by the Minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs to the Legislative Assembly each fiscal year.
New act modernizes local governance
Historic legislation marks the beginning of a new era for local governments in Prince Edward Island. Introduced in the legislature today, the Municipal Government Act modernizes the province’s approach to local governance by establishing consistent rules and procedures for all...
Energy Strategy
A path to a stronger, more sustainable and resilient province The PEI Energy Strategy is based on recommendations from Dunsky Energy Consulting with considerable input from individuals, businesses and organizations who took part in the consultation process. Key Areas for Action...
New trapping restrictions announced for public lands
New trapping restrictions set aside public areas for both trappers and non-trappers to enjoy the outdoors, while also helping to prevent injuries to domestic animals. Trapping will be restricted on an additional 800 hectares (1,977 acres) of public land identified by the...
Species At Risk - PEI
In a small, heavily settled place such as Prince Edward Island many plant and animal species can suffer from habitat loss, competition from new or invasive species and other factors. The Prince Edward Island Wildlife Conservation Act includes provisions for the protection of...
Ministerial Order issued regarding use of Island groundwater
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 encouraged to recycle textiles
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...
Thousands of fish added to Island waterways
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...