Lot 11 and Area Watershed Management Group Inc. is one of the many watershed groups protecting PEI’s watercourses and wetlands. Located in the community of Ellerslie, Lot 11 and Area was formed in 2009 when 22 community members came together to discuss how to safeguard their...
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...
Hon. Gilles Arsenault, Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs issued the following statement on International Francophonie Day: “International Francophonie Day has been recognized globally on March 20 since 1970. It is a day to celebrate the French language...
You must successfully complete a written exam to obtain a Pesticide Vendor Certificate. This certificate allows you to provide information and recommendations to your customers concerning the use and purchase of a domestic or non-domestic pesticide. A pass mark of 75 per cent is...
Islanders who make outstanding contributions to protecting and enhancing the environment deserve to be nominated for an environmental award. The Prince Edward Island Environmental Advisory Council is inviting nominations for the annual Environmental Awards. There are three award...
Young and first-time hunters have incentives from the provincial government to take up the sport this season. Hunting licenses – as well as the required hunter safety training courses – are now free for first-time hunters. Hunter licenses are issued to Islanders and non-residents...
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...
Prior to the construction or modifications of a central water or a wastewater system, a “Permit to Construct” is required from the Department. The permit will summarize the work the proponent is authorized to undertake and outline any special conditions for the construction. Are...
“What the heck is cleantech?” Sandra Moore laughs as she repeats the question that she has been asked many times since taking on her role as director of the Cleantech Academy and Innovation Centre with the provincial government. “It is a good question. I like to think of it as...
Hon. Gilles Arsenault, Minister Responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs issued the following statement on Acadian Remembrance Day: “Today on Acadian Remembrance Day, we honour the lost lives of Acadians who were displaced in the 18th century. In 1758 and 1759, over 3,000...