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Climate change is the most pressing issue of our time. Climate change impacts will have consequences for all Islanders, across all sectors of employment and our environment. We must take steps to prepare as the impacts of climate change continue to worsen. What is PEI doing to...
BEFORE YOU START: the province cannot give advice on personal finances. Please consider consulting a legal, tax or financial advisor before donating land. Besides the benefit of a land donation to PEI, you may request a tax receipt for the appraised fair market value of the land...
Iron is a naturally occurring element that is common in PEI rocks and soils. Iron can occur in well water for two reasons; it may be present in fine sediment particles, or it may be present in dissolved form in the water. A reddish-brown colour to the water, or an accumulation or...
What should I do if I find a dead wild animal on my property? Property owners are responsible for disposing of dead wild animals found on their property. Many simply bury the dead animal on their own property. However if you do, be sure to wear protective clothing such as rubber...
It is illegal to hunt or snare wildlife in PEI without a valid hunting licence. PEI hunting licence applications are available for the current season starting September 1st. To hunt migratory birds such as Canada geese and black ducks, you must also hold a current federal Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit. Before a PEI hunting licence will be issued, you are required to: Pay the annual Wildlife Conservation fee ( payment option offered with licence application); and Successfully complete the Official Hunter Safety Education Course (Call 902 368-4683 for registration access code). To learn ore...
What is ClimateSense? ClimateSense is a partnership between the Province of PEI, the University of Prince Edward Island, and Natural Resources Canada designed to build regional adaptation capacity and expertise in Prince Edward Island. The ClimateSense Training and Professional...
How can we prepare for heat waves? Scout Environmental has launched the "Stay Cool, PEI" campaign with funding from the Government of PEI's Climate Challenge Fund. This campaign will raise awareness and provide people with helpful information to prepare for extreme heat events...
Who requires a pumper’s license? Any person/business that undertakes the cleaning of a sewage disposal system or the disposal of septage or biosolids. What is septage? Septage is material removed from a septic tank. Septic tanks should be cleaned as needed (every 3 to 5 years) using a Licensed Pumper. Licensed Pumpers are required to haul this material to an approved facility for processing and treatment. Charlottetown or Summerside both have approved disposal facilities. What are sludge and biosolids? Sludge, or biosolids, is the semi-liquid material removed from wastewater treatment systems...
What is an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)? An environmental impact assessment helps to determine any possible impacts, positive or negative, that a proposed project might have on the environment. In this way, negative or harmful impacts can be identified and addressed...
Stream flow data is available for a number of streams across the province. Stream flow data can be accessed from June through September, and is also available for download. What is this data used for? Those who hold a Water Withdrawal Permit for irrigation purposes can use a dashboard within the PEI Water Registry to confirm the water flow in Island streams, and to determine whether they may legally draw water for irrigation purposes. This information is also made available for members of the public who have an interest in stream flows in the province Instructions for Permit Holders The...