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Morell River watershed group helping fish and anglers
2024-07-16
Morell River is a warm water system, which can be a challenge for two of PEI’s native fish: Atlantic salmon and brook trout, because they prefer cold water.
But the Morell River Management Cooperative (MRMC) is helping the fish by keeping track of water temperatures and enhancing habitat for...
Bottle deposit increase requires legislative change
2024-07-09
The provincial government wants to encourage beverage container recycling so people will return more cans and bottles for recycling to help reduce litter on Island roadways.
A review of beverage container deposit and refund amounts is currently underway.
“We are looking at a made-in-PEI...
Prince Edward Island expands recycling program, adds electronics like smart watches
2024-06-21
After having continued success in small appliance expansion, the Government of Prince Edward Island will be adding more electronics to its recycling program.
Effective October 1, 2024, electronics used in sports or physical fitness and small wearable electronic devices will be eligible to be...
Province encouraging Islanders to try out an EV this summer
2024-06-18
Residents can try out an electric vehicle (EV) in communities across the province this summer.
The province is once again partnering with Safe Drivers PEI on the EV Experience Tour. At these events, Islanders have the opportunity to get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle. New model EVs will...
Hermanville wind farm repair update
2024-06-10
Hermanville Wind Farm was not operating at its peak ability due to turbine issues. In 2023, there were major repairs to turbines T1, T2, T3, T5 and T7. Repairs have resulted in better energy generation. The repairs will extend the life of existing shafts and improve the reliability of new ones....
Province responding to report of dead fish in Cardigan
2024-06-07
On the morning of Friday, June 7, the province received a report of dead trout near the 48 Road in Cardigan.
As of 3pm on June 7, provincial officials have collected approximately 150 dead fish including brook trout, rainbow trout and some juvenile salmon.
Justice and Public Safety Conservation...
Huge spike in bike rebates boosts active transportation in PEI
2024-05-16
The provincial bike rebate, which offers up to $100 off specific models, has Islanders purchasing new wheels and exploring the great outdoors.
An instant rebate is offered at the cash register to PEI residents purchasing a bicycle from a participating retailer. New and non-powered bicycles...
Information sessions about trout fishing in PEI
2024-05-14
Islanders are invited to attend one of three upcoming information sessions on the recreational trout fishery in the province.
Staff members from the provincial government division of forests, fish and wildlife will share findings from their research and the results of past tagging efforts, creel...
New flood guide and updated climate risk tools now available
2024-05-10
New resources are available to help Islanders learn more about the risks of coastal and inland flooding, which is increasing due to climate change.
PEI’s 3000-kilometre coast is made up of beaches, sand dunes, cliffs, marshes, bays, estuaries, and inlets. The Island’s coastline is constantly...
Sunny mornings, an e-bike and a bike lane make for an easy commute
2024-04-26
For Sean Ledgerwood, the best part about driving his e-bike to work are the mornings.
“The mornings are beautiful, fresh, crisp air.”
Sean, an air and water monitoring supervisor with Environment, Energy and Climate Action, bought his e-bike last year and has been driving it back and forth to...