Forests and woodland are integral parts of the natural scenery on Prince Edward Island. Private woodlot owners hold the vast majority of PEI's forests and, collectively, have a significant impact on the state of this natural resource.
Instant Savings is back, and Kent Charlottetown is a sea of bright pink posters signaling big savings. Jim Power, store manager said the seasonal campaign, which runs this year from September 27 until November 17, is always a nice surprise for people. “They are walking around the...
Islanders are working on 16 new and innovative projects as we deal with climate change, thanks to PEI’s climate challenge fund, and government is now calling for new applications. The goal of the Climate Challenge Fund is to empower people of different backgrounds, experiences...
Solar panels and heat pumps are now fueling the community rink in Tyne Valley. Supported by $345,147 from the province’s Community Renewable Energy Generation (CREG) fund, the Cavendish Farms Community Events Centre in Tyne Valley has a 99 KW solar system which will help reduce...
The checklist will help to determine the status of areas of potential wetlands.
A guide to help landowners better understand where there may be potential development restrictions by using the provincial mapping tool.
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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...
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...