Soils and Land Use : Learning Expectations and Outcomes Resources NEW (May 9, 2024) Soils Training (Virginia Envirothon) - good overview of soils and land use What is Soil? The primary study resource for this component is Soils of Canada and Soils of Prince Edward Island - 1988....
Sometimes the best way to help trout and salmon thrive is by planting a tree. That’s why Richmond Bay Watershed Association is now hard at work planting oak trees along a stream that feeds into Grand River. Cathy Gallant is the watershed coordinator for the area that encompasses...
Dr. Gillian MacLean remembers the exact moment when she focused her career on the tiniest patients. “I was doing an elective in obstetrics,” remembered Dr. MacLean, “and the obstetrician told me that I was in the wrong field, as soon as the baby was born, that was the only...
Today, the Minister of Education and Early Years Robin Croucher issued the following statement to welcome students and staff back to school. “As we begin another school year, I want to extend a warm welcome back to all students, educators, staff, and families across Prince Edward...
Non-profit and charitable organizations can apply for the Anti-Racism Grant funding to assist with Anti-Racism activities that benefit and impact racialized and Indigenous communities in PEI. The Anti-Racism Grant has been designed to help promote a culture of diversity and...
Phosphorus (P) is a key element in crop production. Phosphorus enhances root growth, flowering, seed formation and seed maturation. Phosphorus availability is controlled by several factors such as soil organic matter levels, soil pH, and soil aluminum and iron contents, making it...
A permit is required in order to operate a public or semi-public swimming pool, whirlpool or water fun park. It is valid for one year only and must be renewed annually. Public and semi-public pools are inspected up to three times each year for water quality and public safety and...
Who is responsible for home heat tank management? Home heat tank management is every homeowner’s responsibility. To help prevent a spill before it occurs or detect a spill early homeowner’s should: check the age of your tank check tank connections on a regular basis check for...
Mandatory Replacement Years for Home Heat Tanks (calculated from the year of manufacture) Steel Thickness Outlet/Connection Type Mandatory Replacement Year Non-metallic tanks Not applicable No mandatory replacement year Double-bottom metallic tank Not applicable No mandatory...