Municipalities
When are municipal elections?
The general municipal election was held on November 5, 2018 (the municipal council for the Resort Municipality was elected by acclamation on August 3, 2018).
The next general municipal election will be held on Monday,...
How is a new municipality created?
A new municipality can be created when:
An area, or areas, not covered by a municipality (unincorporated) is established as a municipality.
An existing municipality moves from one class to another class.
A proposal...
Land use planning helps organize a community, ensures health and safety, and provides opportunities for economic development. The process involves land users, community members and leaders, professional planners, and decision-makers. It represents the...
Municipalities play an important role in providing local services across PEI. Municipalities are facing increasingly complex responsibilities and expectations from their residents and from provincial and federal governments. In many areas, there is...
Election processes are the same for all municipalities and the procedures for general elections are guided by the Municipal Government Act (MGA), the Municipal Election Regulations, the Campaign Contributions and Election Expenses Bylaw Regulations, and...
As part of the ongoing implementation process for the Municipal Government Act (MGA) and in keeping with the province’s commitment to consultation, draft regulations are available for review and comment.
The Department of Communities, Land and...
What is PEI Planning Decisions?
PEI Planning Decisions is an online service provided by the Province of Prince Edward Island. You can search provincial and municipal planning decisions relating to:
Subdivisions
Development and building permits
How do...
When are municipal elections?
The next general municipal election will be held on Monday, November 5, 2018. The municipal council for the Resort Municipality was elected by acclamation on August 3, 2018.
What are the rules for running a municipal...