Federal government invests in resilience for Atlantic shellfish industry

With information from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

Canada’s shellfish industry is a vital part of Atlantic communities, supporting jobs and contributing to local economies. Recent challenges, including the impacts of Hurricane Fiona and the MSX shellfish disease, have underscored the need for strong collaboration between government, industry and academia to enhance the sector’s resilience.

UPEI publishes new research magazine

UPEI’s new research magazine, InView, was officially launched at a celebration event held on the campus on Friday, September 26.

The full-colour magazine features the innovative and exciting research taking place at UPEI. The inaugural issue focuses on research projects in 2024–2025, ranging from a gene mutation linked with Parkinson’s disease to the impacts of working remotely on employees.

UPEI marked National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with TRC Mawi’omi on October 3

UPEI held a well-attended TRC Mawi’omi in the Quadrangle between Kelley Memorial Building and the W.A. Murphy Student Centre, from 10:00 am–2:00 pm, on Friday, October 3.

The TRC Mawi’omi—the word for “gathering” in the Mi’kmaw language—was held to mark the 10th anniversary of the release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Reports along with 94 Calls to Action that guide Canada’s path toward reconciliation. 

Name that Building! Help choose a name for our new building

The University of Prince Edward Island is excited to be approaching completion of the new 140,000 square-foot building, which supports the UPEI Faculty of Medicine and medical learners in the regional campus of Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine, as well as UPEI students in nursing, psychology, nutrition and dietetics, kinesiology, paramedicine, and other programs.

Free Meningitis B vaccine clinics for UPEI students starting September 2

The UPEI Health and Wellness Centre is offering free meningococcal B (Men-B) vaccinations to undergraduate students at the start of the school year at various locations on the campus.

Students must provide their PEI health card or proof of international insurance, and their student ID when they get their vaccine. There is no cost to them for the vaccine.

Students can book an appointment at the UPEI Health and Wellness Centre for their vaccination by emailing healthcentre@upei.ca. They can also get their vaccine at the following:

UPEI students to collect batteries and electronic devices during Welcome Week

During UPEI Welcome Week from September 1–5, 2025, students will take part in a collaborative initiative titled “Becoming Sustainable Panthers.” 

UPEI will team up with Island Waste Management Corporation (IWMC), Call2Recycle Canada, and Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA) to collect used batteries and small electronic devices to promote sustainability, help the environment, and provide a valuable service to the neighbouring community.

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