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Preliminary post-Fiona forestry imagery now available
2023-06-14
The first updated satellite images of PEI’s forests are now available on the province’s website.
“Government continues to work with our partners on forest recovery after Fiona. We need to manage our forests using the best available science and the advice of local experts if we are to set our...
PEI to increase tree planting to 1.3 million trees annually
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/pei-to-increase-tree-planting-to-13-million-trees-annually
2023-06-05
The province is working to replant hurricane-damaged forests and expand forested land.
$1 million in provincial funding for tree planting will be used to expand the J. Frank Gaudet Tree Nursery and work with community partners and landowners on tree planting.
“Prince Edward Island is committed...
Fire ban in PEI including campfires
2023-05-30
PEI’s minister responsible for forestry has issued a fire closure order that bans all fires in the province, including campfires, until June 25 or further notice.
“We see what our neighbouring provinces are going through, and it’s clear that we need to take every possible step to keep PEI safe....
Angling licences now available
2023-04-04
Recreational fishing season in Prince Edward Island opens April 15.
Angling licences can be purchased at local vendors, Access PEI sites and Buy a Fishing Licence Online.
Fishing can be a great activity for the whole family all season long. Children under 16 years of age do not require an angling...
Permits no longer required for domestic brush burning
2023-03-01
Burn permits are not required anymore for domestic brush burning, but burning will only be allowed when there is the lowest possible fire risk.
Outdoor burning is one way that Island residents dispose of small quantities of natural brush, cut grasses, leaves, branches and other woody debris....
New forestry commission to help set a course for the future of PEI’s forests
2023-01-31
A new forestry commission will help review the Island’s forest policy and legislation.
“As we work to implement all the recommendations of the emergency forestry task force in the wake of Hurricane Fiona, our new forestry commission will help us with long term planning to increase the...
Environment minister receives emergency forestry task force recommendations
2022-12-15
In the wake of Hurricane Fiona’s unprecedented impacts, the Emergency Forestry Task Force has made eleven recommendations to address the immediate needs of private woodlot owners and the forest industry.
“We know woodlot owners need help in the salvage of downed wood after the hurricane in order...
Environment minister strikes emergency forestry task force
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/environment-minister-strikes-emergency-forestry-task-force
2022-10-28
In the wake of Hurricane Fiona’s unprecedented impacts, government has formed a task force to address the immediate needs of private woodlot owners and the forest industry.
“We know woodlot owners need a plan to help in the salvage of downed wood after the hurricane. PEI’s Emergency Forestry...
Registration open for free annual hunting workshop
2022-08-24
Islanders can register for the annual Provincial Hunting Workshop taking place Saturday, September 10 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Trap & Skeet Club in Mount Albion. The free workshop is open to all ages and experience levels and provides helpful tips and safety training.
During the event,...
Fish kill reported in Morell
2022-08-13
Yesterday (August 12), Conservation Officers and staff from the Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action responded to a report of dead brook trout in the Morell River.
The impacted site is localized to the East Branch of the Morell River. Samples were collected and delivered to...