Upcoming Vacancies for Agencies, Boards or Commissions

Applications are currently being accepted for the vacancies listed below. You may also apply to any agency, board or commission anytime throughout the year.

Agencies, Boards or Commissions

PEI Marketing Council

The Department of Agriculture is currently seeking applications from Island residents interested in serving on the PEI Marketing Council Board.

The PEI Marketing Council supervises the creation and operation of producer boards, commissions, and groups that regulate and control the production, sale, processing, marketing, transportation, and pricing of natural products under the Natural Products Marketing Act. The Council also provides advice to the Minister and supports the effective governance of commodity organizations across PEI. The primary role of members includes:

• Recommending the establishment, amendment, or revocation of regulations to Executive Council
• Advising commodity boards and the Minister on matters related to natural products marketing
• Conducting commodity board elections and plebiscites
• Liaising with provincial and national agencies involved in natural products marketing
• Supporting the oversight and effective operation of commodity boards, groups, and commissions

Members are appointed to serve terms of up to three years and may be eligible for reappointment. The Council typically meets four to six times per year.

Members receive a per diem of $142 for attendance at Council meetings and approved activities.

The Department of Agriculture values and supports diversity in representation on its agencies, boards, and commissions and encourages applications from individuals who reflect PEI's diverse population.

Deadline for applications is Monday, August 31, 2026.