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The Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division produces brochures, pamphlets and guides to help people identify plants and animals, collect and use wild products and gain a better understanding of the natural world. The following links contain pdf's of selected guides and brochures...
The classification, sale, use of pesticides in Prince Edward Island are regulated by the Pesticides Control Act and Regulations. All pesticides are classified according to the toxicity and intended use of the product. Only licensed vendors with certified sales staff are permitted to sell pesticide products classified as non-domestic pesticides or controlled-purchase domestic pesticides. Anyone who purchases a non-domestic (commercial) pesticide must be certified or hold a valid pesticide purchase permit for the product they are purchasing. Pesticide vendors are responsible for recording the...
Recognizing that water is one of our province’s most precious resources, the provincial government has suspended any new development of bottled water until the Water Act has been introduced. “The province is committed to the protection of our water for future generations,”...
When do I need a Permit to Alter a Sand Dune? Anyone who wishes to conduct work on, or near, a sand dune (e.g., build a staircase or boardwalk, undertake shoreline stabilization, etc.) must obtain a Permit to Alter a Sand Dune. How can I get a Permit to Alter a Sand Dune? You...
Any pesticide sold in Canada must be registered by Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA). When a pesticide is registered it is given a Pest Control Products Act number (or PCP number) that is unique to that product. Registered pesticides are also assigned to a...
Investing in Infrastructure - Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy Minister Paula Biggar showcased Prince Edward Island’s innovations when she met with federal, provincial, and territorial energy ministers last weekend. The Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference (EMMC) in...
More than 65 Island students now have knowledge of wildlife, hunting safety, and outdoor skills that they will carry with them their entire lives, says Communities, Land and Environment Minister Robert Mitchell. “Congratulations to the organizers of the 2016 Youth Waterfowl Day...
Natural processes (like post-tropical Storm Fiona) are part of forest renewal. Post-tropical storm Fiona impacted an estimated 25,000 hectares of forest, including many protected natural areas across Prince Edward Island that islanders and visitors use and enjoy for recreational...
New trapping restrictions set aside public areas for both trappers and non-trappers to enjoy the outdoors, while also helping to prevent injuries to domestic animals. Trapping will be restricted on an additional 800 hectares (1,977 acres) of public land identified by the...
Hot, dry and windy weather has resulted in regions of Prince Edward Island receiving high ratings on the Fire Weather Index (FWI). “The change in temperature has altered the current Fire Weather Index rating from extreme to moderate in eastern and central P.E.I. and to high in...