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Island artists receive grants
2021-11-17
Colton Curtis says receiving an arts grant will allow him to create art he’s wanted to make for a long time.
Curtis is among 14 Island artists who recently received a total of $50,000 through the provincial Arts Grants program.
“I feel so lucky to be able to call PEI home. This grant is an...
Fisheries and Aquaculture funding program accepting more applications
2021-11-09
Island fishing, aquaculture and seafood processing companies can once again apply for financial support through the PEI Fisheries and Aquaculture Research, Innovation and Growth (RIG) Program.
The program launched in 2019 to help Island companies in the fisheries and aquaculture industries adopt...
Province working on a seafood environmental impact reduction plan
2021-11-03
The provincial government will create a new, robust strategy to reduce environmental impacts of the Island’s seafood sectors.
In partnership with researchers, industry, other provincial departments, and multi-level government partners, the Department of Fisheries and Communities will lead the...
Prince Edward Island looks at new opportunities with the resurgence of redfish
2021-10-22
The provincial Department of Fisheries and Communities continues to closely follow the resurgence of the redfish stock in an area of the Gulf of St Lawrence known as Unit 1.
The PEI groundfish industry has been actively involved in the current experimental quota fishery collecting additional...
Economic value of PEI seafood industry exceeds $1 billion
2021-10-13
The seafood industry has an economic contribution of $938 million to the Island’s economy and a further $262 million in other provinces for a combined economic impact of $1.2 billion, according to a study by Ernst and Young.
The PEI Seafood Sector Economic Contribution Study was prepared for the...
Council Reporting and Information - Rural Communities Council Annual Report (2020-2021)
2021-10-01
The Rural Communities Council provides advice and makes recommendations to Government regarding rural topics related to the themes of people, communities, the environment and wellness and explore opportunities for development in rural PEI. What is the function of the council? Specifically, the...
PEI Seafood Sector Economic Contribution Study
2021-09-29
The PEI Seafood Sector Economic Contribution Study, prepared by Ernst and Young for the PEI Marine Science Organization, examines the indirect impacts of the various sectors within the seafood industry. The outcome of the report is an estimation of the economic footprint of the seafood industry in...
Nominations open for 2022 heritage awards
2021-09-27
Islanders are invited to submit nominations for the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation Heritage Awards.
The awards are presented each year to individuals or groups in recognition of their contribution to heritage on Prince Edward Island. The deadline for nominations is November 30, 2021.
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Statement on the passing of Joe Van Den Bremt
2021-09-16
Fisheries and Communities Minister Jamie Fox issued the following statement on the passing of Joe Van Den Bremt:
“On behalf of the province of Prince Edward Island, I wish to express my condolences to the family and friends of Joe Van Den Bremt.
Joe was a pioneer of the mussel industry on...
Arts grants applications open to Island artists
2021-09-15
Prince Edward Island professional artists are invited to apply for funding during the fall 2021 round of arts grants to support their growth and creativity.
Applications for funding can be submitted online at: Apply for PEI Arts Grants Funding On-line for three types of grants: creation,...