The Department of Fisheries and Communities collaborates with the PEI seafood industry, Innovation PEI and federal government departments on seafood marketing and promotion initiatives for local, regional, national and international markets. Promotional materials Prince Edward...
Oyster Growers Income Stabilization Program The Oyster Growers Income Stabilization Program is designed to provide financial stability to eligible oyster growers who experience significant revenue declines due to the unforeseen, uncontrollable factors associated with MSX and/or...
A new pilot program is offering learning opportunities for up to 20 high school students in rural communities across the province by getting them involved in rural municipality boards and NGOs. The Youth on Board program is offered by the provincial Department of Fisheries and...
Communities and organizations can now apply for provincial government funding for wellness initiatives. The annual Wellness Grant program provides up to $5,000 to support community-led wellness initiatives that address pillars of government’s Wellness Strategy, such as: living...
Anytime you want to know what’s going on in rural Prince Edward Island, you talk to a rural Islander. And when government wants to understand how its policies and decisions affect rural Islanders, they can turn to the Rural Communities Council. “I call it rural-proofing,” says...
In Prince Edward Island, there are three types of heritage recognition for historic properties based on level of significance, as follows: National Historic Site – a property deemed significant on a national level and recognized by Government of Canada. Provincial Heritage Place...
The design and construction of a new landing site at Keir’s Shore will address safety concerns and enhance the economic vitality of Prince Edward Island’s shellfish aquaculture industry. The navigational channel leading into Malpeque Harbour and Darnley Basin frequently fills in...
Island fishers and aquaculturists who have experienced damage due to Hurricane Fiona can access immediate financial supports and request clean-up assistance from the Province. Island aquaculturists and fishers may be eligible for financial assistance through the Provincial...
Prince Edward Island professional artists are invited to apply for funding during the fall 2021 round of arts grants to support their growth and creativity. Applications for funding can be submitted online at: Apply for PEI Arts Grants Funding On-line for three types of grants...
What is the Elite Athlete Assistance Program? The Elite Athlete Assistance Program provides funding to Prince Edward Island high-performance athletes who have: achieved significant results at the national and/or international level of competition; or have demonstrated a strong...