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Shaping the Future of Land Use in PEI
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Hello:
Prince Edward Island is growing and changing, and how land is used today will shape the Island for generations to come. This survey is part of Phase 2 of the Province's land use engagement. It focuses on looking ahead to imagine what a resilient, affordable, and thriving future for PEI could look like.
This phase is about hearing from Islanders and understanding the values and priorities that should guide any further land use decisions.
What kind of future do Islanders want and how should land be protected, planned and used to get us there?
Our goal is to ensure that any future direction is grounded in the experience, priorities, and insights shared by people across the Island - not rushed, not predetermined, and not decided without meaningful public input.
Please be advised that this survey is intended to be completely anonymous without collection of personal or identifiable information about individuals. No personal or identifiable information should be provided in response to any of the open-ended questions in this survey. Please start the survey now by clicking on the
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Section 1: Your Vision
Which of the following approaches best reflects how you think land-use should be coordinated in PEI, if at all?
Section 1: Your VisionWhich of the following approaches best reflects how you think land-use should be coordinated in PEI, if at all?
Primarily by the provincial government
Primarily by municipal/local governments
Shared or coordinated provincial-municipal approach
Decisions made independently by local or regional authorities
No formal coordination needed
Not sure
Another approach (please specify)
Land-use challenges can be addressed in different ways. In your opinion, how effective or ineffective could a more coordinated Island-wide approach be in addressing the following topics?
Very effective
Somewhat effective
Neither
Somewhat ineffective
Very ineffective
Not sure
Housing
Climate change
Infrastructure
Farmland and Agriculture
Conservation and Natural Areas
Transportation
Economy and Employment
Community Wellbeing
People have different views about the principles that should guide decisions related to land and development in PEI. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements?
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neutral
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
Not sure
Prince Edward Island would benefit from a long-term vision for land use and growth.
Environmental sustainability should play a role in decisions about land use and development.
Focusing development and growth in areas with existing services can improve efficiency.
Rural communities should have opportunities for appropriate development and infrastructure.
Decision-making about land and development should consider both individual property rights and broader community interests.
If PEI were to consider a more coordinated approach to land-use decision-making in the future, how confident are you, if at all, that this approach would manage land-use issues effectively?
If PEI were to consider a more coordinated approach to land-use decision-making in the future, how confident are you, if at all, that this approach would manage land-use issues effectively?
Very confident
Somewhat confident
Neutral
Somewhat unconfident
Very unconfident
Not sure
Thinking about PEI's future overall - not tied to any specific policy or planning tool - which outcomes are most important to you? (Please rank in order of greatest importance from 1-11, with 1 being most important and 11 being least important)
Vibrant, livable communities
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Healthy ecosystems and protected natural spaces
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Affordable housing options
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A strong and resilient local economy
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Preservation of farmland and agricultural viability
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Reliable access to infrastructure and services
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Reduced environmental risks and better climate adaptation
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Opportunities for recreation, tourism, and cultural activities
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Connected and accessible transportion options
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Thriving rural communities and balanced urban growth
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Other (please specify)
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Which principles do you think should guide decisions about infrastruture and service investment across the Island, regardless of planning model? (select up to 3)
Population-based allocation (funding based on the number of residents served)
Additional support for rural or remote communities
Growth-pays-for-growth approaches (developers contribute to infrastructure costs)
Long-term environmental impact considerations
Prioritizing areas with existing infrastructure to maximize efficiency
Equal distrubution of resources across regions
Climate-resilient investments (e.g., flood-proofing, stormwater management)
Prioritization based on urgent need or risk
Other (please specify)
Which statement best describes your preference on how Prince Edward Island should grow in the future?
Which statement best describes your preference on how Prince Edward Island should grow in the future?
Urban focused growth (concentrating development in towns and cities)
Balanced growth (supporting development in urban, suburban and rural areas)
Rural focused growth (prioritizing development in rural communities)
Conservation first (focus on protecting farmland, natural area, and ecosystems)
Not sure
Combination of these approaches (please specify)
Ten (10) years from now, what does PEI look like if a successful land use planning system has been implemented?
Section 2: About You
Where in PEI do you live?
Section 2: About YouWhere in PEI do you live?
Prince County
Queens County
Kings County
I live outside PEI
Do you live in a municipality or unincorporated
area
? If unsure, please click the link for more information.
Do you live in a municipality or unincorporated area? If unsure, please click the link for more information.
Municipality
Unincorporated area
If you live in a municipality, does your municipality have an official plan and
bylaws
? If unsure, please click the link for more information.
If you live in a municipality, does your municipality have an official plan and bylaws? If unsure, please click the link for more information.
Yes
No
Which of the following best describes you? (select all that apply)
Renter
Homeowner
Farmer
Business owner
Member of an Indigenous community
Member of an equity-deserving group (e.g., racialized, 2SLGBTQ+, person with a disability, low-income)
Newcomer to Canada
Other (please specify)
How long have you lived in PEI?
How long have you lived in PEI?
Less than 1 year
1-5 years
6-10 years
11-15 years
16 or more years
I don't live in PEI
What is your age group?
What is your age group?
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65+
Prefer not to say
How many adults live in your household (over 18 years of age)?
How many children live in your household (under 18 years of age)?
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