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.
Sacred Fire takes place before Tipi taken down for the season and the TRC Mawi’omi
As David Varis, assistant professor in the Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies (IKERAS), put it, “Tipi season is coming to an end.”
UPEI’s Dr. Andrew Zinck receives regional teaching and educational leadership award
Dr. Andrew Zinck, a professor in the UPEI Department of Music, was presented with the Association of Atlantic Universities’ (AAU) 2025 Distinguished Teaching Award at the AAU’s fall meeting held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on September 23.
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.
UPEI Basketball legend Sherone Edwards earns Hall of Fame induction
The University of Prince Edward Island is proud to announce that former men’s basketball star Sherone Edwards will be inducted into the UPEI Sports Hall of Fame. One of the most dynamic players in program history, Edwards is being recognized for his outstanding career and lasting contributions to Panther basketball from 2002 to 2007.
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.
Save the Date: President’s Town Hall on August 20, 2025
The following message was also issued to UPEI students, faculty, and staff by email on August 7, 2025.
Dear UPEI Community,
Please "save the date" for our next town hall on August 20:
August Check-In and Update
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
2:30–3:30 pm
Alex H. MacKinnon Auditorium, Don and Marion McDougall Hall (MCDH 242)