All municipal councils shall appoint, by resolution, a person as chief administrative officer (CAO). This requirement to appoint a CAO is found in clause 86 (2)(c) of the Municipal Government Act (MGA). Likewise, municipal councils retain the ability to revoke, or suspend the...
This is an online submission form for municipalities to file bylaws with the Minister responsible for Municipal Affairs. Multiple bylaws can be filed in one submission. Who submits municipal bylaws? The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), or their designate, submits bylaws to the Minister. When must a bylaw be filed? A bylaw must be filed after it has been adopted by Council. A bylaw must be read and approved at two separate council meetings held on different days before it can be adopted. What do I need to file a submission? An electronic version of the bylaw you are filing is required. You...
Municipal elections for communities across PEI are administered through Municipal Affairs. The results of these municipal elections are posted here. Elections PEI administers the elections for a few of the larger municipalities. Find their municipal election reports at Elections...
Can municipalities on PEI buy land? Yes, municipalities can purchase land. To meet legislative acts and regulations keep the following in mind: The purchase is listed in the municipality’s budget, (MGA s.150) The purchase is approved by council, (MGA s.123 “The powers of a...
Annual Report for the PEI Housing Corporation for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
The Municipal Infrastructure Fund supports the extension of existing municipal central water or wastewater services, public roads, or sidewalks, so more property is available to develop housing. The fund will also help increase population in rural areas. Who should apply...
The province is investing $10 million in a pilot program to help increase the supply of permanently affordable rental housing across Prince Edward Island. A commitment of government’s 2024-2025 operating budget, the Community Housing Expansion Pilot will provide funding to the...
The number of people using temporary shelter and community outreach services in PEI is available here. Use the fields below to search monthly usage data by service and year. Select Shelter (name), Shelter support line, or Outreach Centre and select the year. Shelter usage reports...
Island families and individuals unable to obtain or maintain adequate housing due to a low household income, poor housing conditions, or other special circumstances may be eligible for family housing through the Family Housing Program. Eligible applicants may be approved for: Government-owned housing: Bachelor to four-bedroom units are equipped with essential appliances and utility services. Tenants must supply their own furniture and maintain tenant’s insurance coverage. Most families pay 25% of their household income for rent and cover the cost for heat and electricity, although adjustments...
This guide includes the minimum requirements for the construction of landings and ramps as per the National Building Code and Standards for Barrier Free Design.