The Prince Edward Island Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory is now accepting samples for the 2017 season. The free service helps home gardeners, farmers, and greenhouse operators identify potential plant diseases and manage or prevent the disease. Crops that can be tested...
It is against the law to smoke in a public place or work place in PEI. Also, smoking is not permitted in any vehicle while a child under age 19 years is present, even if a window, door, sunroof or roof is open and allows fresh air into the vehicle. For more information, refer...
Being ready for an emergency doesn’t mean spending a lot of extra money – especially when you compare it to the potential cost of not being ready if a power outage, hurricane, or a long snow storm hits. A 72-hour emergency preparedness kit can begin with what is already in your...
The 29th edition of the Annual Statistical Review gathered data from provincial government departments, the private sector and Statistics Canada to provide a socio-economic snapshot of Prince Edward Island in 2002.
The Prince Edward Island Government responded this morning to the Public Schools Branch school review recommendations. Premier Wade MacLauchlan and Education, Early Learning and Culture Minister Doug Currie made the announcement following Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting in response to...
Strengthening mental health services - After introductions and icebreakers, the youth scribble their questions and concerns onto Post-It notes and drop them into a “talk it out” bucket. Led by adult facilitators, topics the youth bring for discussion may range from ‘how do I know...
Four Prince Edward Island students have been awarded the first scholarships from TRH the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Legacy Fund. UPEI students Heather Crane, Kestra Greer, and Micalya Darrach along with Holland College student Master Cpl. Nathaniel Mason received the $2,200...
Overview of Animal Welfare Act : Animals must be provided with adequate food, water, and shelter and access to veterinary care when injured or ill. It is illegal to travel with dogs, and other companion animals, in the back of a pickup truck. Any form of cosmetic surgery (tail...