Two new provincial programs announced Monday aim to give Prince Edward Island fishermen and aquaculturists an opportunity to develop new technologies and reduce their environmental impacts.
The Research, Innovation and Growth program will provide support for small, short-term and industry-led applied research and development projects with the goal to overcome industry challenges.
And the P.E.I. Fisheries and Aquaculture Clean Technology Adoption program will provide an incentive for industry to adopt technologies or equipment that have been proven to reduce emissions or potential environmental impacts.
“Our seafood sector is key to the rural areas of Prince Edward Island, providing jobs for Islanders and contributing to the economy,” said Jamie Fox, minister of Fisheries and Communities, which developed the programs.
“Government is pleased to be able to provide support to these sectors through incentives for research, innovation and adoption of clean technologies to reduce the potential environmental impact of day-to-day activities.”
Members of the fishing, aquaculture and seafood processing sectors are eligible to apply. For more information, or to apply, visit https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/peifactap and www.princeedwardisland.ca/FAresearch
