This resource was prepared in April 2017 to explain many of the key changes that result from the adoption of the Municipal Government Act (MGA). It was created for general information purposes.
In June, 2018, Municipal Affairs held planning workshops across Prince Edward Island, providing information on land use planning in general and on municipal planning and changes to the Planning Act in particular.
This guide has been prepared as a resource to provide municipalities with official plans with information about the general considerations and internal procedures to make development decisions as of June 2018.
Land use planning helps organize a community, ensures health and safety, and provides opportunities for economic development. The process involves land users, community members and leaders, professional planners, and decision-makers. It represents the public’s interests and...
A valid licence is required to work on equipment that contains a regulated or ozone-depleting substance such as heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, fire suppression, electronics cleaning, and solvents. A licence is valid for up to two years and must be renewed by October 31st of the second year after it is issued. All PEI licences will expire October 31, 2025. Click on the button below to purchase or renew your licence online. At the same time, you can also “Add a Reminder” to receive an automated email when it’s time to renew your licence. What do I need to become or remain a registered...
This guide provides a brief overview of what members of council will encounter or need to know during their term of office, such as the roles of council and administration, conflict of interest, public participation in municipal decision-making and council’s role in finan
You must be a licensed electrical contractor in order to perform any electrical work in PEI. To qualify for an Electrical Contractor’s Licence you must be a certified electrician and have at least two years’ experience working as a certified electrician. In addition, you may be required to write an exam. For information, refer to Part 2, page 6 of the Electrical Inspection Act Regulations. Your electrical contractor’s licence will expire on December 31st and must be renewed each year. Please note: An electrical permit is required for each electrical installation. What information do I need to...
Municipalities play an important role in providing local services across PEI. Municipalities are facing increasingly complex responsibilities and expectations from their residents and from provincial and federal governments. In many areas, there is limited capacity to meet...
A licence is required to store and sell liquefied petroleum gas in PEI. A licence is valid for a maximum three years. All current licences expire December 31, 2027. Click on the button below to renew your L.P. Gas Plant licence online. What if I need a first-time licence? For your first LP Gas Plant licence, you must apply directly to the Propane, Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspector, submitting the following: Storage facility drawing showing the location of the gas tanks, property lines, fencing and protection for vehicular and pedestrian traffic; Full payment of fee, $75 for each year to...
A permit is required to install or alter any L.P. gas appliance in PEI. The work must be carried out by a licensed professional and, once completed, must pass provincial inspection. Click the button below to apply online for the permit. What do I need to complete the online form? You will be asked to provide current contact information and details related to the project as follows: Specify alteration or installation, providing details of the alteration Building: owner name and contact information, and PID Service: Type of load Total appliances Total BTU load A drawing of the type of load for...