Prince Edward Island will bring the Water Act into effect June 16, 2021, ensuring government is able to manage and protect water resources for the common good, including humans and the environment now and into the future. “Islanders want and deserve strong regulations, evidence...
The Air Quality Health Index or "AQHI" is a public information tool. Using the AQHI can help you to protect yourself better from the negative effects of air pollution. You can do this by: limiting short-term exposure to air pollution, and adjusting your activity when air pollution levels are high. The Air Quality Health Index measures air quality on a scale from 1 to 10. The higher the number, the greater the health risk associated with breathing the air. When the amount of air pollution is very high, the number will be reported as 10. How do I see the air quality index in my area? Information...
Government is confirming that recreational angling season will open on Friday, May 1, 2020. Normal angling regulations, as well as guidelines related to COVID-19, will be in effect. "Thank you to of PEI’s anglers and fishers who remained patient and vigilant in our efforts to...
Bacterial contamination is the most common water quality problem faced by private well owners. There are many different types of bacteria. The laboratory tests for only two types of “indicator” organisms; total coliform bacteria and E. coli. The results of these two tests tell us...
Do I need to have my drinking water tested? It is generally recommended that homeowners using drinking water from their own well should get their water tested for bacteria at least once a year and should have a chemical analysis of their well water done when a new well is first...
Government committed to the development of a sustainable irrigation strategy last summer when enacting the Water Act. The strategy was written in collaboration with stakeholders and with input from Islanders. The final document is now being released. In the spring of 2021, a new...
As part of the development of an irrigation strategy for regulations under the Water Act, Islanders were invited to provide comments regarding an Irrigation Strategy Discussion Document. All on-line comments that were received on the Irrigation Strategy Discussion Document before...
Prince Edward Island’s Climate Adaptation Plan provides a concrete roadmap for the province to better prepare for the future while lessening climate change’s impacts on Island residents. Building Resilience: Climate Adaptation Plan includes action items to support vulnerable...
The French Language Services Act of Prince Edward Island is in effect since December 14, 2013. What are the key aspects of the French Language Services Act? The Act is based on the principle of aligning the service priorities of the Acadian and Francophone community with the...
The French Language Services Act Annual Report is submitted by the Minister responsible for Acadian and Francophone Affairs to the Legislative Assembly each fiscal year.