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State of the Forest Report
2024-03-05
Prince Edward Island (PEI) is known for its patchwork of farm fields, sand dunes, and red sandstone cliffs but; in fact, contains more forest than any other landscape. Unlike the rest of Canada, most of PEI’s forests (more than 85%) are privately owned, resulting in unique challenges and benefits...
Guidelines for Planting Permits for Seed Potatoes Originating From Outside the Province in 2024
2024-02-07
A permit for each lot of seed potatoes originating outside of PEI must be obtained from the Minister of Agriculture prior to being planted on Prince Edward Island. This is pursuant to Section 12 of the Potatoes Regulations.
A permit will be issued for each approved lot of seed potatoes that is...
Monthly Occupancy Reporting for Tourism Licence Requirement
2024-04-22
As required according to the Tourism Industry Act, occupancy information (room nights sold and room nights available) for all fixed roof accommodation and campgrounds on Prince Edward Island must be submitted to the Tourism PEI compliance section as a condition of licensing.
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French Language Services Act Overview
2024-02-01
The French Language Services Act of Prince Edward Island is in effect since December 14, 2013.
What are the key aspects of the French Language Services Act?
The Act is based on the principle of aligning the service priorities of the Acadian and Francophone community with the service capacity of...
Driving with an Out-of-Province License
2024-02-14
Welcome to PEI! If you are non-resident of Prince Edward Island but are a visitor, student or temporary worker, you are permitted to drive under the authority of your non-PEI driver's license. However, please review the information below to ensure you meet the driver license requirements.
It...
Rental Incentive Assistance
2024-01-19
Rental Incentive Assistance contributes to rental costs for Prince Edward Island businesses to establish a new business or to expand existing production capabilities.
Who is eligible for Rental Incentive Assistance?
To be an eligible applicant, a business must be located in Prince Edward Island...
Buy a Hunting Licence Online
2024-03-22
It is illegal to hunt or snare wildlife in PEI without a valid hunting licence. PEI hunting licence applications are available for the current season starting September 1st. To hunt migratory birds such as Canada geese and black ducks, you must also hold a current federal Migratory...
Cavendish and north shore transit routes will resume this summer
2024-02-22
Rural transit routes to Cavendish and other north shore communities will resume in June to help support tourism operators, employees and residents during the busy summer season.
Two routes – one from Summerside and one from Charlottetown – will provide daily service to Cavendish and the north...
Innovation Fund
2024-01-19
The Innovation Fund assists businesses to bring a new product, service, or process (“product”) to market by providing financial support for the costs to refine and commercialize an innovative product that has demonstrated potential for export market uptake.
The Innovation Fund has two streams...
Marketing Assistance
2024-01-19
Marketing Assistance helps Prince Edward Island businesses with marketing costs to execute exporting plans and activities. The fund enables businesses to accelerate sales and increase their market reach.
Who is eligible for Marketing Assistance?
To be an eligible applicant, a business must be...