date:Jul 31, 2012
te and coastal communities. In 2010, aquaculture in Prince Edward Island was estimated to create 790 direct, full-time jobs within aquaculture operations, and an additional 375 full-time indirect and induced jobs for a total of 1,165 full-time positions. It is estimated to generate a total of C$22.2 million in direct income, and a total of C$31.3 million in income including indirect and induced income. Blue mussels make up the majority of aquaculture production in Prince Edward Island.