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...
Four Prince Edward Island students had a unique job this summer – learning to fight wildfires here at home and across the country. Wildland firefighting training is offered by the provincial Forestry, Fish and Wildlife division to help expand PEI’s capacity in fighting wildfires...
Fire Season Fire season runs from March 15 to November 15. During this period, burning permits are required for outdoor burning. Many Island communities have their own burning regulations. Find more information in Burning Permits. Even with a burning permit, you are responsible to check that conditions are safe for burning. From December 1st to March 14th inclusive: Domestic Burning Permits are not required the daily Fire Weather Index site is not updated the reporting phone numbers are not operational . How do I know if conditions are safe for an open fire? Before you begin to burn: Consult...
PEI’s most recent fire closure order ends today, September 22, at 11:59 p.m. and will not be renewed. Starting September 23, campfires used for heating and warmth are allowed with the permission of property owners and if allowed by local bylaws. “Forestry officials advised me...
PEI has proclaimed September 21 to 27, 2025 as National Forest Week. Prince Edward Island is home to the Acadian Forest, a mixed woodland that supports a rich diversity of over 30 tree species. A total of 6,917 acres have been secured through various land securement programs...
The Acadian and Francophone Affairs Secretariat values your input. We want to hear from you so we can better understand what we are doing right and what we can do better. Your feedback, including both concerns and compliments, helps us continuously improve French language services provided by the Government of Prince Edward Island. How can I share my feedback? Online Submit feedback to the Acadian and Francophone Affairs Secretariat through the webform link at the bottom of this page. By mail Acadian and Francophone Affairs Secretariat P.O. Box 2000 500 Queen Street Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8...
Changes to fur harvesting regulations have been implemented in PEI. The provincial Forests, Fish and Wildlife division made the adjustments to modernize the rules, encourage more humane trapping, reduce the risk of pets getting caught in snares and incorporate recommendations...
PEI’s minister responsible for forestry has extended the fire closure order that bans all fires in the province, including campfires, until September 22 or further notice.
PEI’s minister responsible for forestry has extended the fire closure order that bans all fires in the province, including campfires, until September 22 or further notice. Campfires and bonfires are banned, including fires on private property and at provincial parks and...