Fish Friends Project

Importance of Program

The Fish Friend Project

The Fish Friends Program is an educational initiative designed to teach students about the life cycle of Atlantic salmon and the importance of their habitats. Here are some key points about the program:

 Target Age: The program is designed for students in grades 4, 5, and 6.

 Duration: The program typically runs from March to June, with activities including egg incubation and fish release into designated streams.

 Curriculum: The program includes a standardized curriculum that covers topics such as habitat, ecosystem, and the life cycle of Atlantic salmon.

 Implementation: Schools participate in the program by hatching salmon eggs in the classroom and releasing the resulting fry into their local watersheds.

 Fish eggs are collected from Island streams.

 All collection and eggs are completed by the staff of PEI Fish and Wildlife and the Abweit Hatchery.

In 2025, CBWA participated in the release of salmonids from three elementary schools: Ellerslie Elementary, John J. Sark Elementary, and Ecole Pierre Chaisson. Salmonids were released at Carruthers Brook and Profits Pond, respectively. The releases were attended by students, parents, guests, and First Nation Elders. A total of approximately 200 Salmon were released.

Students at Salmon Release
John educating a student and making a new Fish Friend
Students be educated, on the Fish Program.
Another Student interested in the fish release program. This is a great way to educate children at young age about the importance of our Rivers, Ponds, and Streams.