Prince Edward Island has established an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) review process for any project that may have a negative impact on the environment. The EIA review is a valuable tool. In the early stages of planning it allows the applicant, federal and provincial...
The Rendez-vous de la Francophonie (RVF) is celebrating its 26th edition. This year’s theme is Launch into discovery! March is recognized as Francophonie Month around the world to celebrate the French language and culture. Through the Rendez-vous de la Francophonie, French...
Search the status of permits and notification forms for an individual property or community. View all results by leaving the fields blank and clicking "Search." Details for each permit are available by clicking on the property IDs in search results. Watercourse, Wetland and...
Hermanville Wind Farm was not operating at its peak ability due to turbine issues. In 2023, there were major repairs to turbines T1, T2, T3, T5 and T7. Repairs have resulted in better energy generation. The repairs will extend the life of existing shafts and improve the...
In a situation in which the drinking water in a residence is found to contain unacceptably high levels of bacteria, the occupant is advised to follow the recommendations listed below: Safety Recommendations 1. Drinking Water and Food Preparation Bring all drinking water to a...
Honourable Gilles Arsenault, minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs, issued the following statement on Acadian Remembrance Day: “Today, as we observe Acadian Remembrance Day, we pause to reflect on the resilience, strength, and contributions of the Acadian...
Island business, organizations, academic institutions and communities developing clean technology may be eligible for funding through the Cleantech Research and Innovation Fund (CRIF). CRIF will provide up to $500,000 for research and development of a product, service or process that achieves any of the following CRIF program pillars: Reduce negative environmental impact by significantly improving energy efficiency and switching fuel sources; Sustainably enhance grid resiliency; Develop sustainable use of resources; Create non-emitting and/or renewable energy; or Enhance environmental...
You must successfully complete a written exam to obtain a pesticide applicator certificate. This allows you to apply a commercial, restricted or manufacturing class pesticide. A pass mark of 75 per cent is required. All pesticide exams are administered by the Department. What are...
Island residents are invited to register for the annual provincial hunting workshop to learn more about safety while hunting. Taking place Saturday, September 7 from 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Charlottetown Trap & Skeet Club in Mount Albion, the free workshop is open to all ages...
Five Island forest firefighters are leaving for Alberta this weekend to help with the increasingly serious wildfire situation in that province. This team will join a Nova Scotian team bound for Jasper to assist Parks Canada with fire response. Last week, a team returned from...