The application intake for Delayed cutting of long-term forage fields for the 2025-2026 fiscal year is closed as of June 1, 2025 The Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS) Program aims to empower farmers and farmland owners in conservation and regeneration of agricultural...
The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) is a new $3.5-billion, 5-year agreement (April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2028), between the federal, provincial and territorial governments to strengthen the competitiveness, innovation, and resiliency of the...
Anyone that wants to buy a commercial, restricted or agricultural class pesticide that does not possess a Pesticide Applicator Certificate, must first obtain a Pesticide Purchase Permit. What are the requirements? To obtain a Pesticide Purchase Permit, you must be at least 18...
Results and impact of climate change and environment programs under the Sustainable-CAP in PEI 2023-24
An individual or company that wants to apply a commercial class pesticide must obtain a pesticide applicator certificate. All pesticide applicator certificates are issued by the Environment, Water and Climate Change. Pesticide applicator certificates are available for the...
PEI Analytical Laboratories (PEIAL) provides chemical and microbiological analysis for water, soil, dairy, animal feed, seed, plant tissue, manure, and compost samples, and disease identification service for crops. The lab is accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to...
The federal government has set a goal to plant two billion trees in Canada over 10 years. These trees will help restore nature, create healthy forest ecosystems, and increase carbon capture across the country. Prince Edward Island is supporting this work with the Government of...
Program Overview The internship is a one-year temporary job assignment, supplemented by various learning and development opportunities including workshops, networking, and more. The internship program is designed to support interns in growing their skills and knowledge of...
What is a Pesticide Class A Applicator Certificate? An individual wanting to apply a commercial class pesticide to an agricultural crop must obtain a pesticide applicator certificate for agricultural use through the PEI Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action. *First...
Conservation officers patrol the Province of PEI to monitor, preserve and protect our Island’s wildlife and natural resources. They conduct investigations and respond to reports from the public about potential violations under many pieces of provincial and federal legislation. You could encounter a conservation officer anywhere on PEI, including highways, beaches, riverbanks, or trails. What should I report to a conservation officer? To report something you believe is a violation, including poaching, illegal dumping or an environmental concern, leave a detailed message anytime at 902-368-4884...