The province’s J. Frank Gaudet Tree Nursery now produces 1.3 million trees a year. To make this happen, the nursery staff grow PEI seeds into ready-to-plant trees. Hailey Blacquiere, manager of production development says they only grow native tree species using seeds from a...
Despite population growth, Prince Edward Island has reduced its greenhouse gas emissions the past three years in a row. The latest Minister’s Report on Climate Change provides a comprehensive update on government-wide progress toward provincial climate targets and efforts to...
Hon. Gilles Arsenault, Minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs, issued the following statement on Acadian Remembrance Day: “Tomorrow, December 13, is Acadian Remembrance Day, a time to pause and honour the resilience and courage of the Acadian people. This day...
Today, the Government of Prince Edward Island tabled the 2024-2025 Minister’s report on the French Language Services Act. The Acadian and Francophone Affairs Secretariat prepares the report on behalf of the Minister to show the provincial government's progress in meeting the...
Hon. Gilles Arsenault, Minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs of Prince Edward Island issued the following statement: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of Antoine Richard. Antoine was a proud Acadian from Mont-Carmel who played a pivotal role in...
Prince Edward Island’s new energy strategy calls for strengthened consumer protections and upgrades to infrastructure, while highlighting energy equity and affordability. The PEI Energy Strategy outlines high-level priorities to achieve the Government of Prince Edward Island’s...
Islanders with innovative ideas to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to climate change, and strengthen community resilience can now apply for support through the Prince Edward Island Climate Challenge Fund. The fund provides financial support for projects that help...
The New London Fire Company installed solar panels on the roof of their firehall recently with the help of the province’s Community Renewable Energy Generation Fund (CREG). Forrest Spencer joined the Board of Directors of the New London Fire Company almost two years ago as a way...
The community of Wood Islands is home to one of two ferry terminals on Prince Edward Island, which means it is the first or last stop for many travelers coming to or leaving the province. About 45 per cent of PEI’s greenhouse gas emissions come from transportation. With so many...
A new report shows most wild species in PEI are ranked as secure due in part to various provincial protection efforts. The State of Wildlife report contains data on wildlife from 2007 to 2020, providing benchmarks to inform future actions on habitat preservation, wildlife...