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Prince Edward Island

Need a place in Canada that offers more than outdoor activities? If so, Prince Edward Island has something special to offer. This is the smallest province in Canada. It's actually a peninsula, which is connected to New Brunswick through the Confederation Bridge. With its small island-like environment, Prince Edward Island is excellent to relax in and enjoy slow-paced activities. It's perfect for boating, swimming, and golfing! Plus, the place is full of natives. You can even attend native speaker festivals. Artistic concerts are also available at the King's Playhouse which is more than 130 years old! Over 60 lighthouses exist along Prince Edward Island's coastline, giving it a romantic vibe. If that's what you want to experience consider going there for wedding photos and your honeymoon!

The island's economy is diverse, ranging from aircraft manufacturing and repair, to IT, renewable energy, biology, tourism, fishing and agriculture. On the topic of aircraft manufacturing, this comprises 1/5 of the Prince Edward Island's exports, with its products intended for defense and commercial purposes. Another sector is pharmaceuticals, and many development centers are stationed there creating products for animal and human health. IT is a great contributor, constantly upgrading the technological tools in the local economy. Clean energy is core to the island's power needs. Use of wind energy is standard in the province. Also, the fishery and agricultural sectors are as important, with the island being a lead producer of products including potatoes and oysters.

The province offers a multitude of migration programs suitable for all job expertise levels. Both global students, skilled and unskilled workers aren't required to sign up for long-term employment offers. They can opt for short-term offers, allowing enterprises an easier hiring process. Also, Prince Edward Island is syncing its program with other provinces and Canada's federal government. This has allowed it to join a pilot migration system for all workers and global students spending time throughout Canada. Foreign entrepreneurs who plan on investing and settling in Prince Edward Island’s have little requirements to pass, including a demonstration of language skills. Low investment capital is accepted, and allows for better immigrant integration.

Facts

Geographic & Economic Profile of Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown

Charlottetown

Capital
Charlottetown

Charlottetown

Largest city
English

English

Main language
179,301

179,301

Population
Q4/2024
5,660

5,660

Total Area (km²)
13th
5,660

5,660

Land Area (km²)
13th
sea

0

Freshwater Area (km²)
13th
15%

15%

Sale tax
$16.00

$16.00

Minimum Hourly Wage
1/2025
$28.80

$28.80

Median Hourly Wage
11/2024
8.00%

8.00%

Unemployment rate
11/2024
65%

65%

Tertiary education
2023
$885

$885

Annual premium car insurance
2023
$434

$434

Monthly childcare
9/2020
$1,166

$1,166

2 bedroom apt rent
9/2024
$370,300

$370,300

Average House Price
12/2024

Weather Averages

No Data Found

Education Institutions

school
University of Prince Edward Island
Maritime Christian College
Collège de l'Île
Holland College

Major Economic Sectors

Service-producing industries
Public sector
Goods-producing industries
Real estate and rental and leasing
Public administration
Industrial production
Owner-occupied dwellings
Manufacturing
Health care and social assistance
Construction
Educational services
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Retail trade
city

Top immigration occupations

Q3-2023
Immigration 1
  • 6711 - Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations
  • 9463 - Fish and seafood plant workers
  • 6221 - Technical sales specialists - wholesale trade
  • 6552 - Other customer and information services representatives
  • 6311 - Food service supervisors
  • 3413 - Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates
  • 6322 - Cooks
  • 6611 - Cashiers
  • 4214 - Early childhood educators and assistants

Prince Edward Island - Skills Immigration Draws

DateTotal
Feb 20, 202587
Jan 24, 202522
Dev 16, 202432
Nov 21, 202459
Oct 28, 202489
Sep 20, 202446
Aug 22, 202456
Jul 19, 202484
Jun 24, 202475

Prince Edward Island - Entrepreneur Immigration Draws

DateTotalScore
Dec 16, 20241125
Oct 28, 2024292
Sep 20, 2024297
Jul 2, 20242105
Mar 21, 2024280
Feb 15, 20241105
Jan 18, 2024280
Dec 21, 2023392
Nov 16, 2023780
Oct 19, 2023280
Sep 21, 2023480
Aug 17, 20234102

References
https://doi.org/10.25318/1410028701-eng
https://doi.org/10.25318/3710013001-eng
http://www.ibc.ca/ns/resources/industry-resources/insurance-fact-book
https://www.retailcouncil.org/resources/quick-facts/sales-tax-rates-by-province
https://arrivein.com/daily-life-in-canada/child-care-in-canada-types-cost-and-tips-for-newcomers
https://www.crea.ca/housing-market-stats/canadian-housing-market-stats/national-price-map
https://wowa.ca/cost-of-living-canada
https://www.tourismpei.com/
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/prince-edward-island-industries
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/innovation-pei/aerospace-and-defence-industry