Watersheds on PEI A watershed is an area of land that drains surface water and groundwater into a river or stream. Prince Edward Island has more than 250 watersheds. They provide drinking water for the province, as well as water for agricultural and commercial needs. Every...
On Monday, April 8, 2024, an amazing astronomical event - a full solar eclipse - will take place over Canada, including PEI. All students in both the English and French school boards will be dismissed two hours early that day out of an abundance of caution. A spectacular and rare...
2025 Envirothon: "Roots and Resiliency: Fostering Forest Stewardship in a Canopy of Change" Alberta, host of the 2025 NCF-Envirothon international competition, was chosen as the theme "Roots and Resiliency: Fostering Forest Stewardship in a Canopy of Change" as its Current...
Parenting is full of joys– and challenges. Sometimes, a little extra support can go a long way. That’s where Triple P comes in. It stands for Positive Parenting Program. “Triple P recognizes that parenting is a tough job, and that it’s okay, even normal, to need support,” says...
Who we are: A new centre of excellence, finding ways to make government services and programs more accessible to Islanders through knowledge, innovation and partnerships. It is focused on three key service areas: Access PEI, Contact PEI and Service Experience. Service Promise –...
Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. This makes it harder to start and support a family, and as a result, parents—especially moms—often...
A new recreation centre will be built in Scotchfort after a combined investment of $17 million through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program from the federal government and the Government of Prince Edward Island. This was announced by Minister Lawrence...