What are the pros and cons of Prince Edward Island?

Pros and Cons of Moving to Prince Edward Island
  • Low Cost of Living. Prince Edward Island ranks remarkably low in terms of cost of living. ...
  • Family Friendly. ...
  • Everything Is In Proximity. ...
  • Beautiful Scenery. ...
  • Unique Festivals & Culture. ...
  • Delicious Food. ...
  • Low Employment Rate. ...
  • Weather.




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It's a great place to visit. Besides the vistas, there's plenty to explore on foot, bike, or car. PEI is easy to reach by plane and by driving (from Nova Scotia and New Brunswick) and is worth at least a short visit.

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Our economy features a mix of traditional resources - agriculture, fisheries and tourism - that have undergone significant modernization as well as new industry sectors including bioscience and advanced manufacturing. Business acumen and entrepreneurship are at the core of PEI's economic success.

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In Prince Edward Island, coastal areas are subject to flooding and storm surges. Each of our seasons brings with it specific hazards. In the fall, Islanders are vulnerable to hurricanes; in the winter, blizzards and ice storms are a reality, and all regions are vulnerable to fires at any time of the year.

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In the winter months of January and February, the average daytime high is -3.3 °C (26 °F). The Island receives an average yearly rainfall of 855 millimetres (33.7 in) and an average yearly snowfall of 2,850 millimetres (112 in).

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At just 280 km long, Prince Edward Island (PEI) is by far the smallest province in Canada. But when you factor in its bustling culture, friendly people, low cost of living and more balanced lifestyle, it offers some pretty compelling benefits for calling it home.

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