Provincial parks’ staff were awarded the 2023 Agency Award of Excellence from the Canadian Parks Council (CPC) last night at the CPC Annual General Meeting in St. Andrews, New Brunswick. The annual award recognizes an extraordinary achievement by a member agency of CPC. PEI Parks...
Islanders are proud of their heritage and can experience the past firsthand through our public archaeology programs. Public Archaeology in PEI Recent archaeological excavations at sites such as Orwell Corner Historical Village and Roma at Three Rivers provide an opportunity for...
Students in rural areas of PEI can experience the value of volunteerism, learn how a board or council operates and develop new skills by working with community organizations. The Youth On Board program offers up to 25 rural high school students a chance to become members of...
The Youth-on-Board Program is an opportunity for 25 rural PEI high-school students to be part of a rural non-profit board to inspire youth volunteerism in rural communities, learn how a board or council operates, and build the capacity of non-profit boards and municipal councils to engage with youth. Why Should I Apply? Youth accepted into the program will be provided with the opportunity to: Deepen their understanding of non-profit functionality; Participate in board governance training Connect with a mentor from a non-profit that will provide mentorship, guidance and education on board...
Today, Honourable Cory Deagle, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture released the following statement: “Today’s announcement of a new ferry for Northumberland Ferries Limited is a step in the right direction to ensure a consistent, reliable ferry service for Prince...
Honourable Cory Deagle Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture 3rd Floor Shaw North PO Box 2000 Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8 Dear Minister Deagle, I am pleased to have you serve as the Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture. On April 3, 2023, we were given a...
The provincial government is collaborating with InjuryFreePEI to promote helmet safety for young cyclists in the province. With summer in full swing and many Islanders enjoying time on their bicycles, skateboards and scooters, helmet safety should be top of mind for everyone...
Identify the signs of late blight in potatoes and tomatoes for home gardeners.
Island not-for-profits and municipalities can access new funding to support community safety and resiliency. Through the Government of Prince Edward Island’s, Reception Centre Resiliency Fund, eligible non-profit community groups and municipalities can access funding for...