Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae blooms, are not common in PEI but can be a concern as some strains can produce toxins that are harmful to human or animal health. In PEI cyanobacteria can be found in shallow, warm, and slow moving or still water (including freshwater ponds)...
The Greening Spaces Program (GSP) is a tree planting program that was developed for local Island communities, schools and volunteer interest groups. Greening Spaces diversify public properties buffer prevailing winds provide shade reduce noise protect lands along streams and...
The Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park includes a four-season trail system covering 25 kilometers. There are many shorter trails that vary in length and intensity connected to the main trail. Enjoy over 18 kilometres of hiking and mountain bike trails along the Bonshaw River at the...
The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation invites everyone to attend events and activities happening throughout the summer at the seven heritage sites across the province. The following sites are open year-round: Acadian Museum Beaconsfield Historic House Eptek Art & Culture Centre...
People travelling along PEI’s coastline can’t miss the bright and colourful signs placed in locations experiencing significant erosion and prone to flooding. In contrast to the traditional green and yellow signage used by the province, these markers stand out and are hard to miss...
Islanders and visitors are invited to attend the 44 th Annual Blueberry Social at Historic Yeo House featuring treats, entertainment, and fun activities for the whole family. Take a step back in time at the event on Saturday, August 16 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Historic Yeo...
A new baseball park and recreation venue will enhance baseball and other outdoor activities for Islanders, as well as provide economic benefits from hosting tournaments and other events. Located at the Mill River Resort, Baseball PEI named the park in honor of Don McDougall, a...
Here are the 17 people appointed or reappointed to 11 agencies, boards and commissions by Cabinet in October 2025. Council of the College of Acupuncture of Prince Edward Island Robert Clow – Fairview Council of the College of Opticians of Prince Edward Island Anthony Carroll –...
The Oyster Monitoring Program (OMP) is a service provided to the oyster industry by the Department of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture. The information collected includes the abundance and size of oyster larvae in the water column to assist oyster farmers in determining the...