Economic Development, Trade and Artificial Intelligence

The Department of Economic Development, Trade and Artificial Intelligence works to advance a healthy and sustainable Island economy through strategic sector growth, economic expansion and various social enterprise initiatives.

Specific Actions for the Next 12–18 Months

• Advance improved cell service across PEI by installing new mini‑towers on government‑owned infrastructure.
• Conduct a comprehensive review of all programming to ensure they are best aligned with the current needs of businesses; ensuring support is available to enable businesses to adopt artificial intelligence and increase productivity.
• Continue support for export‑oriented industries navigating global trade volatility.
• Continue work on modernizing trade policy in Prince Edward Island, including collaboration with colleagues across government and Canada to reduce internal trade barriers.
• Support growth of the cultural sector, including film and creative industries.
• Strengthen collaboration with industry partners to identify growth opportunities in key sectors such as aerospace and defence, bioscience, cleantech, information technology and advanced manufacturing.

This work will be carried out in close collaboration with colleagues across government, recognizing that progress on shared priorities depends on coordinated action. Through alignment and disciplined execution, we will continue to deliver meaningful outcomes for Islanders.

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