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PEI Envirothon
2024-09-03
REGISTRATION FOR the 2025 ENVIROTHON IS NOW OPEN! Click the registration button at the bottom of this page.
The PEI Envirothon is part of the international education known as the NCF- Envirothon Program. This program attracts Island high school students who are interested in the environment and...
Buy a Hunting Licence Online
2024-08-26
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...
Net Zero Free Programs
2024-07-18
This single application will cover all Free Programs, including the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program. There is no need to submit multiple applications.
Installing a heat pump can help you save money on your energy bills and make your home more comfortable. Islanders with an annual ...
Burning Permits
2024-07-02
PLEASE NOTE: Fire season begins on March 15, 2024. Burning permits are not required for Category 1 fires (domestic brush burning); however, you must check the burn restrictions each day prior to burning.
As of March 15, burning permits are required for Category 2, 3 and 4 fires. Please...
PEI - 2 Billion Trees Landowner Application
2024-07-02
The PEI government is offering to plant trees for private landowners through the PEI - 2 Billion Trees program (2BT). Trees may be planted on private land, retired farmland, and small parcels of land near streams and rivers across PEI. Landowners interested in having trees planted on their property...
Apply for Hedgerow Planting
2024-06-21
Farmers, businesses and other property owners who meet program requirements may apply for hedgerow planting.
The program provides the planting of trees or shrubs to protect soil from wind and rain erosion, prevent runoff from entering streams and rivers, and create windbreaks for buildings and...
Hurricane Fiona Forestry Recovery Program
2024-06-21
Post-tropical storm Fiona hit Prince Edward Island on September 23-24, 2022 with hurricane-force winds and significant rainfall. As a result, our island experienced widespread and substantial damage to its coastlines and forests.
Post-storm satellite imagery, acquired by the Department of...
Carbon Capture Tree Planting Program
2024-06-21
PLEASE NOTE: The Carbon Capture Tree Planting program is no longer accepting applications. Please refer to the PEI-2 Billion Tree Program or the Forest Enhancement Program for details and applications.
Planting and tending trees is one of the tools that can be used to combat...
e-Bike Incentive
2024-05-16
The Government of Prince Edward Island is offering eligible Islanders and organizations a $500 rebate for those who purchase an e-Bike (Power Assisted Bicycle). The purpose of the program is to encourage greater adoption of Active Transportation options among Islanders. E-Bikes are a cleaner and...
Check Fire Weather Index Online
2024-04-30
Fire Season
Fire season runs from March 15 to November 15. During this period, burning permits are required for outdoor burning. Many Island communities have their own burning regulations. Find more information in Burning Permits.
Even with a burning permit, you are responsible...