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Island’s 2017 tourism set to break records again
Creating jobs for Islanders - The 2017 tourism season proved once again the vital importance of the industry to the provincial economy, employment, and local entrepreneurs. Figures released today by Tourism PEI project record spending and visitation for the fourth straight year...
Online tool will help Islanders reduce energy costs
Investing in infrastructure - Prince Edward Island is the first Canadian jurisdiction to provide residents free access to a new online tool that will help lower their energy bills. The MyEnergyXpert platform can help homes and business reduce their energy usage, save money, and...
Share your stories during Women’s History Month
Women who have contributed to the social, political, and historical fabric of Prince Edward Island will be celebrated throughout October. Women’s History Month showcases the achievements of women and girls throughout Canada’s history and those who continue to shape our country...
Statement on shellfish enhancement program
The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries today issued the following statement on its plan to deliver shellfish enhancement activities for 2017: The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has supported the oyster fishery for many years by providing funding to the PEI Shellfish...
Panel will discuss energy-efficient home design
The following is distributed on behalf of the City of Charlottetown Building homes that are environmentally sound and energy efficient will be the focus of a free panel discussion hosted by the City of Charlottetown and efficiencyPEI. “Build a Better Home” will take place on...
Islanders invited to celebrate on Confederation Trail
Prince Edward Island’s tip-to-tip celebrations on the Confederation Trail will be part of more than 200 nationwide events to celebrate Canada's Great Trail and the 150th anniversary of Confederation. Celebrations will happen August 26 on Confederation Trail across the Island from...
Applications being accepted for food-education funding
Government is fulfilling its budget commitment to provide funding to community groups that increase Islanders' awareness of fresh, healthy local foods. The Community Food Security and Food Education Program will help community groups, schools, early child-care centres, and other...
Licenses help protect Island wildlife
Two types of licensing revenue will continue to help protect wildlife across Prince Edward Island. The Wildlife Conservation Fund financially supports groups working on projects that benefit wildlife and wildlife conservation, and in 2016 it funded 51 projects. It is supported...