Introduction There are four common types of business structures in Prince Edward Island: sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation and cooperative. Each of these structures is described below. The structure you choose will depend on various factors, including the nature of...
Introduction This guide is intended to inform and assist persons wishing to register a corporate or business name in Prince Edward Island. Although this guide is intended to help you select an acceptable name and have it approved, the information is general in nature and the...
Applications are now open for Innovation PEI’s 2019 Ignition Fund competition, which offers up to $25,000 to launch or expand a business in Prince Edward Island. “The Ignition Fund is an excellent option for businesses looking to turn their new and innovative ideas into reality,”...
This summer, as you are packing for the beach or organizing family barbeques, you may also be planning a more environmentally friendly way to transport groceries. Prince Edward Island will be doing its part to reduce single use plastics when the Plastic Bag Reduction Act comes...
Prince Edward Island’s 33 rd Premier Dennis King and new members of Executive Council were sworn in during a ceremony in Georgetown today. “I am honoured to serve as Premier of Prince Edward Island, and I look forward to working with the new members of cabinet,” said Premier King...
Introduction This guide provides general information regarding share structure and restrictions under the Business Corporations Act (the “Act”). The information is general in nature and the examples set out below are for reference purposes only. This guide is not intended or...
Hon. Darlene Compton, Minister of Finance delivered the budget address to the Legislative Assembly of PEI on June 25, 2019. Good afternoon. Bonjour. Gwe’. Mister Speaker, I am happy to rise today to present the annual operating budget for 2019-20 for the province of Prince Edward...
Planning for the Future: Climate Change and Island Forests One of the major challenges for forest managers and forest owners is the length of time it take many tree species to grow to maturity. Species such as balsam fir and trembling aspen have a life span that approximates that...