DFO seeks feedback on draft of Atlantic salmon strategy
The strategy aims to enable Atlantic salmon populations to thrive. A draft of it is now posted online. The deadline to make a comment on it is July 30.
Warming weather could mean more anoxic events in P.E.I. waterways, biologist says
The Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action is keeping a close eye on low oxygen levels in Prince Edward Island’s waterways as the weather warms up.
This robot is using AI to help P.E.I. farmers detect potato viruses
A robot using artificial intelligence technology is helping P.E.I. farmers detect virus indicators in potato fields. CBC’s Nancy Russell spoke to the people involved with the project about why the Agri-Scout robot was created and how it helps keep Island spuds healthy.
For some on P.E.I., it’s strawberry fields forever
CBC takes a tour of the strawberry patches, and it’s clear farmers and U-pickers on P.E.I. know a sweet thing when they see it. ‘You get more for what you pay,’ says one happy customer.
Fed-up restaurant owner tracks down dine-and-dashers with help of social media
A Charlottetown restaurant owner is crediting the public and the power of social media for helping her track down a family who feasted on lobster, oysters and drinks before pulling the infamous dine-and-dash.
Non-profit launches video series about international students’ labour market struggles in P.E.I.
The Atlantic Student Development Alliance is set to debut a new video series called Shifting Tides: The Impact of P.E.I.’s Job Market on International Students and Graduates in P.E.I. CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin spoke with executive director Daniel Ohaegbu to find out why the group needed to shine a light on the challenges…