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There is no accepted measure of poverty in Canada. Instead, the measures of low income, need, and deprivation are used. None are perfect, but together they paint a picture.
The Chief Public Health Officer is alerting Islanders of the presence of a highly potent opioid, fentanyl, in the province of Prince Edward Island. Charlottetown Police Services has confirmed the presence of fentanyl in cocaine seized in Prince Edward Island. Fentanyl is a...
Ken Williams appreciated being asked to show, through photography, that it can be challenging for aging Islanders to find the services they need. The Ebenezer resident was one of more than 250 Islanders who participated in talks leading to the development of Prince Edward Island...
Since 2018, the Government of Prince Edward Island has been rebating 10% of first block of residential electricity, as well as on lower emitting heat sources, including firewood, pellets and propane. This has been a direct savings of $120 per household each year. Which energy...
What is integrated pest management? Integrated pest management (IPM) is the combination of cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical tools to prevent, manage, and control pests (Figure 1). A pest is any organism that is harmful to humans or human concerns. They include weeds...
Contaminated Sites on PEI - Presentation to Environmental Advisory Council
The Perennial Crop Development Program is designed to increase sustainability in PEI’s agriculture sector. Perennial crops are often considered to have both substantial ecological and economic benefits compared to annual crop species. Perennial crops can increase carbon levels in...
One easy way to cut fuel consumption, save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions is to avoid unnecessary idling of your vehicle's engine. If all drivers avoided unnecessary idling for three minutes a day, we would prevent 1.4 million tonnes of carbon dioxide from entering the...
Climate Change Action Plan - Presentation to Environmental Advisory Council