A new pilot project is focusing on replacing existing buoys in PEI waterways with more environmentally friendly and sustainable buoys. The Expanded Polystyrene Replacement Program will work with identified stakeholders in the aquaculture industry to remove approximately 40,000...
The Prince Edward Island fishery statistical report is designed to present the current information available on the fishing industry. The value to the economy of the Province exceeds $698 million. The industry employs as many as 8,000 people at peak production.
Prince Edward Island is home to some of the tastiest lobster rolls you can find, and the first ever PEI Lobster Love campaign confirmed this. Throughout the campaign, which ran from July 6 to 31, 75 restaurants from across the Island served up their best PEI lobster rolls as they...
Islanders looking for a job can now more easily find work in the seafood industry through a labour program restructured by the Province in partnership with the PEI Seafood Processors Association. Islanders and students who are interested in working in a seafood processing plant...
The Prince Edward Island government is pleased that the Nova Scotia environment department will be undertaking a new assessment of the Northern Pulp effluent treatment plan. Nova Scotia Environment Minister Gordon Wilson said he needs more science-based information on the...
Major investments in Prince Edward Island wharves and harbours are needed to support the growing needs of fishers and aquaculturalists. Fisheries and Communities Minister Jamie Fox is calling on the federal government to significantly increase funding for the Small Craft Harbours...
Lobster fishers have been commended for recovering missing gear and freeing hundreds of lobsters following the end of the season in Lobster Fishing Area 24. Fisheries and Communities Minister Jamie Fox applauded the efforts of the Western Gulf Fishermen’s Association and fishers...
Island chefs are demonstrating their culinary talents as part of a month-long celebration of Prince Edward Island seafood products. The Best of Sea culinary competition runs through June and features 18 restaurants across the province - to vote for your favourite, visit bestofsea...