Changes to rules and regulations on ATVs will make everyone safer while expanding the ATV trail network province-wide. Proposed changes include allowing ATVs on more low-traffic roads and increasing fines and impoundment time for illegal use of trails. “I believe we can work...
The province, in cooperation with PEI Trail Riders, is introducing a pilot project to allow equestrian riders on rural portions of the Confederation Trail. The Equestrian Pilot will run for 90 days, August 15 to November 15, 2021. Equestrian riders will be able to access only...
In Prince Edward Island it is mandatory that persons of all ages must wear a properly certified bicycle helmet at all times while riding bicycles on the highway. Helmets should have a label located on the inside of the helmet with one of the following safety approvals: Snell, CSA...
The Active Transportation Fund (AT Fund) was announced in late 2019 as part of the Sustainable Transportation Action Plan. The AT Fund helps build new walking and bike paths, install paved road shoulders and better connect existing walking and cycling trails to improve and grow...
The operation of off-highway vehicles is regulated by the Off-Highway Vehicle Act. Off-highway vehicle refers to any motorized vehicle designed for cross-country travel on land, water, snow, ice, marsh or swamp land including: four-wheel drive or low pressure tire vehicles; power...
Share the Road is a public education campaign for cyclists and motorists of Prince Edward Island. Rules of the Road for Safe Cycling Knowing how cyclists, pedestrians and drivers can “share the road” helps provide safe and enjoyable trips for everyone. The Highway Traffic Act...
The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island continue to invest in local infrastructure during this unprecedented time to meet the needs of communities across the province, enhance quality of life, and support economic recovery from COVID-19. Today, the Honourable Lawrence...
The Active Transportation Fund is offering $5 million to grow PEI’s active transportation network. Indigenous and municipal governments and community groups are encouraged to apply to the Active Transportation Fund by December 1, 2023. “The fund is making a positive difference in...