Major investments in Prince Edward Island wharves and harbours are needed to support the growing needs of fishers and aquaculturalists. Fisheries and Communities Minister Jamie Fox is calling on the federal government to significantly increase funding for the Small Craft Harbours...
The seafood industry has an economic contribution of $938 million to the Island’s economy and a further $262 million in other provinces for a combined economic impact of $1.2 billion, according to a study by Ernst and Young. The PEI Seafood Sector Economic Contribution Study was...
North Lake tuna boat captain Ross Keus received the Premier’s Tuna Cup for landing 2016’s largest bluefin tuna. An annual tradition since 1999, the award recognizes the economic impact of the tuna fishery and its growing reputation internationally. The winning bluefin weighed 491...
Three Island schools will have more fresh, local food on their menus through a program aimed at improving food security and education. The Food Security and Food Education Program will help Islanders access local food and teach about its nutritional value, where it comes from...
This report summarizes what the PEI Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (PEI DAF) has heard so far during its consultations with clients and stakeholders.
Through the department of Fisheries and Communities, the provincial government continues to work with and support people in rural communities across PEI throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Since March, more than $2 million has been invested to deliver 70 projects in various rural...
Islanders can be fully confident in the agricultural and water test results they receive from the provincial government. The Prince Edward Island Analytical Laboratories has been reaccredited by the Standards Council of Canada. The reaccreditation recognizes that the labs meet...
The provincial government continues to fund projects to ensure residents in rural municipalities across the province have access to safe and sustainable infrastructure. Since March 2020, the Department of Fisheries and Communities has invested more than $2.4 million to deliver 98...
A provincial government investment of more than $1.3 million is helping 30 community organizations this year to better serve their residents and enhance rural life. Through the Rural Growth Initiative, community organizations can apply for funding to support projects that...
Ministerial mandate letters outlining the strategic priorities of departments to enhance the transparency and accountability of government. Minister of Agriculture Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Trade Minister of Education and Early Years Minister of Environment...