This page was created to provide a one-stop resource for Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) to easily find the required submission links and forms under the Municipal Government Act (MGA). Submit Online Financial Plan includes budget and capital plan (due April 15th each year)...
The Province is inviting Island residents to share their opinion on potential changes to the Planning Act. The Planning Act governs provincial and municipal planning including how land is used, what structures are permitted within zones, and development in coastal areas. The...
The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), or their designate, of the municipality should report any council member (Mayor/Council) vacancies to Municipal Affairs, along with potential by-election dates. The CAO should ensure that resigning council member filed a signed resignation. (MGA Section 83 ). What needs to be reported? Member’s name Position (Mayor or Councillor) Date of vacancy Reason for resignation Date of by-election, if known Important Note: By-election needs to be held within 6 months of the vacancy. The Municipal Government Act requires that a by-election be held within 6 months...
What is the PEI Municipal Funding Framework? The PEI Municipal Funding Framework is a provincial funding program for municipalities. The framework will be implemented over 2 years, beginning April 1, 2025. Pending completion of the Municipal Government Act review and the...
Today, the Minister of Housing, Land and Communities, Steven Myers announced immediate actions in support of local municipal governments, resident engagement and the protection of land in PEI. This includes starting community engagement on a province-wide land-use plan for the...
This manual has been prepared by the Municipal Affairs Division. It is designed
to serve as a guide for municipalities preparing municipal bylaws. Municipal Affairs recommends that a
Alcide Bernard has been appointed mayor for the Rural Municipality of Wellington. No candidates were nominated for the position of mayor for Wellington for the November municipal elections. Communities, Land and Environment Minister Richard Brown has authority under the Municipal...
Congratulations on being elected to municipal council. The following information will help you identify the next steps for you as an elected official and direct you to resources. Click here to download a new councillor presentation to give you an overview of roles and...
The Municipal Election Guidebook (1st Edition) provides an overview of the municipal election process.