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Privacy and Security
2023-04-21
Privacy
Our Commitment to Protection of Personal Information
Your privacy is important. Whether you are browsing for information or conducting business with the Government of Prince Edward Island, your information is personal and must be protected. You also have the right to be informed how and...
Historic Milestones
2023-04-03
1534 - Island is discovered by Jacques Cartier. He describes it "The finest land 'tis possible to see. Full of fine meadows and trees." Later named Isle St. Jean, it is claimed by France, which generally ignores it for the next two centuries.
1720 - After losing control of Acadia to the British,...
Government of Prince Edward Island Logo Guidelines
2023-03-29
This document provides general guidelines on configurations, colours and sizes of the Prince Edward Island word mark.
Island Nature and Fauna
2023-03-22
No matter where you go in Prince Edward Island, nature is always close. With vast forests, a variety of wildlife, and over 1,300 different types of plants, the Island’s natural landscape is full of beautiful diversity. It is an ideal place for hiking, fishing and birdwatching.
Animals that inhabit...
French settlement in the 1700s
2023-03-22
Prince Edward Island was discovered by Jacques Cartier in 1534, but was not settled permanently until the 1700s.
The first settlements were around the Charlottetown Harbour (Port La Joie), up the Hillsborough River and in St. Peters. Settlers were discouraged from living along the North Shore due...
Provincial Flower
2023-03-15
The Lady's Slipper (Cypripedium acaule) was made the official provincial flower on April 25, 1947. The orchid gets its name from the shape of its petals which look like a slipper. The Lady's Slipper blooms in late May and June and grows in shady woodlands. These delicate flowers should not be...
Public Notice
2023-03-07
A general election has been called in Prince Edward Island for April 3, 2023.
Throughout the election period, government services will remain available as always, but advertising and communications activities, and updates to our website, will be limited.
This includes web content and social media...
Island Geography
2023-01-27
The geography of Prince Edward Island reflects the province’s overall uniqueness with beautiful rolling hills, pristine forests and amazing beaches. The coastline is indented by numerous bays, coves, and small inlets where you can often see the red sandstone cliffs that are a hallmark of Island...
Is it compost, waste or recyclable?
2022-12-14
Tips for sorting waste
Christmas Cards, Packaging and Gift Wrapping Items
Wrapping paper usually goes in compost (don’t worry about a little bit of tape) but foil and cellophane goes in waste.
Box board (gift boxes, etc.) goes in compost, not recyclable.
Corrugated cardboard...
Confederation
2022-11-10
On September 1, 1864, the meeting that led to Canadian Confederation convened in Prince Edward Island. PEI, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick had originally set the date to discuss the possibility of Maritime Union. When the Province of Canada (what is present-day Ontario and Quebec) asked to attend...