As Canada's smallest province, Prince Edward Island (PEI) has strong economic, family and cultural ties with the United States, particularly with the New England states. With a history of collaboration, PEI continues to play an important role in driving shared prosperity and strengthening connections for both nations.
New England’s Exports to Canada
The New England states exported $10.9 billion CAD in goods to Canada in 2023, highlighting a robust cross-border trade partnership.
PEI’s Role in Canada – U.S. Trade
Trade between Prince Edward Island and the United States drives economic growth, creates jobs, and supports businesses on both sides of the border.
Canada – U.S. Trade
Canada and the United States share the largest bilateral trade relationship in the world, with nearly $1 trillion USD in trade annually, or $2.5 billion USD each day.
Team PEI
Hon. Rob Lantz
Premier
Hon. Bloyce Thompson
Deputy Premier
Hon. Jill Burridge
Finance Minister
Hon. Darlene Compton
Economic Development
Hon. Zack Bell
Fisheries & Tourism
Jerry Bidgood
Aqua Farms
Charlotte Campbell
Lobster PEI
Greg Donald
Potato Board
Rory Francis
Bio Alliance
Dave Fitzgerald
Processing
Jennifer Harris
Island Growers
Peter Handrahan
Berry Co-Op
Ray Keenan
Rollo Bay Holdings
Louis Landry
Seafood 2000
Ian MacPherson
Fisherman’s Association
Bianca McGregor
Chamber of Commerce
Bill Meisner
Cavendish Farms
Benny Nabuurs
Wildberry Growers
Ben Parsons
Chamber of Commerce
Mark Phillips
Potato Board
Peter Warris
Aquaculture Alliance
Nick Williams
Bulk Carriers
