Prince Edward Island
The Province with endless beaches
Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island is a province in Canada full of endless sand and water. The Island, as many call PEI, is a pastoral, peaceful and beautiful place with old-country flavor!
The Area
Prince Edward Island has very few citizens living there. There are over 800 beaches with many sandbars and reefs. There are also a lot of light houses as well. Prince Edward Island very beautiful and relaxing.
Island History
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Jacques Cartier sailed on April 20, 1534, with two ships and 61 men. Cartier was to search for gold and other riches, spices, and a passage to Asia. However,he got off course and ended up in Europe to discover P.E.I.
Prince Edward VII
This island use to be called St. Jhon's Island. It was renamed Prince Edward Island after Prince Edward.
Confederation
On July 1st , 1873 P.E.I. joined confederation.
Good To Know
The Flag
Beneath the lion is a plot of grass representing PEI and England, both of which are islands. Upon the mound of grass stand an Oak tree (the official tree of Prince Edward Island) which represents England and three smaller saplings on the left, representing the 3 counties into which Prince Edward Island has been divided since 1767. Also, the lion on top of the patch of grass represents the sleeve of the coat Prince Edward VII wore.
Blue Jay
The Blue Jay became the provincial bird during 1997. The Blue Jay is is found throughout P.E.I.
Lady Slipper
Provincial Flower. Prince Edward Island designated the lady’s slipper as the province’s floral emblem in 1947.
Soda (or pop)
Soda (or pop) wasn't sold in cans until May 2008.
Potatoes
Know as the potato province. Potato growing began in the late 1700's. Many potatoes are still being grown today
Red Oak
Provincial Tree. The Red Oak was the tree that was mostly found throughout P.E.I. in the European settlement.
Nova Scotia
PEI was separated from Nova Scotia in 1769.
The Food
On an island where the primary industries are farming and fishing, fresh is the word when it comes to food experiences. Prince Edward Island is famous for its oysters, mussels and even potatoes.
Hope you enjoyed my project on Prince Edward Island. The best province in my opinion!