Tourism PEI News
Record cruise ship numbers for Port Charlottetown
Port Charlottetown reports that the recent cruise ship season topped the record-setting numbers from 2019, signalling a full recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic years.
PEI Provincial Parks getting $10M in upgrades
The province has set aside $10 million in its capital budget over the next five years for its eight provincially owned campgrounds and 13 day parks.
NHL holds Partner Summit in Prince Edward Island
The NHL hosted nearly 50 partner representatives and nearly 140 guests from across North America for Crease To The Coast: 2024 NHL Partner Summit in Prince Edward Island this week. The meeting was part of the NHL's…
New online search feature for licensed tourism accommodations
Tourism PEI is pleased to offer a new online Licensed Tourism Accommodations Search. You can use this tool to find licensed accommodations and campgrounds. Search by business name, address and/or community. Results will…
It's National Tourism Week in Canada
Hon. Cory Deagle, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture announces that April 15-19 is National Tourism Week and this year’s theme is Canada: Powered by Tourism.
Port Charlottetown Sets Sail into 2024 with Unprecedented Cruise Figures
Port Charlottetown proudly announces a remarkable and record-breaking surge in cruise activity for the 2024 season, with a staggering 96 ships, bringing in over 165,000 passengers and employing a dedicated crew of over 74,000…
Tourism PEI and NHL Announce Partnership
Tourism PEI and the NHL have announced a multiyear North American partnership, naming Prince Edward Island the Official Travel Destination Partner of the NHL.
PEI Parks wins Award of Excellence
Provincial parks’ staff were awarded the 2023 Agency Award of Excellence at the Canadian Parks Council (CPC).
Extreme Weather : Advice for Operators & Visitors to Prince Edward Island
The Canadian Hurricane Centre anticipates that a HURRICANE or TROPICAL STORM will impact Prince Edward Island. Everyone's safety is our primary concern.
Government of Prince Edward Island News
Confederation Trail recommendations available online
Recommendations from a user group review about the future use of the Confederation Trail are now available.
Province hosting workshops on Confederation Trail use
In-person workshops will take place across the province starting October 30. The public is encouraged to attend a workshop to share recommendations, personal stories and comments about the Confederation Trail. Anyone…
Prince Edward Island receives 2022 Skift IDEA Award for pandemic response
Minister of Economic Growth, Tourism and Culture, Hon. Bloyce Thompson congratulates the Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island and Tourism PEI for receiving a 2022 Skift IDEA Award for the Safe Haven program.
New members on Tourism PEI Board
The Tourism PEI Board of Directors welcomed three new members this month.
Minimum wage to increase
Prince Edward Island’s minimum wage will increase by 70 cents to $13.70 per hour on April 1, 2022.