How Can I Help?

Think about the possibilities if Islanders came together and directed 10% of their annual household spending to locally owned and operated businesses.

Think about the possibilities if Islanders came together and directed

10% of their annual household spending
to locally owned and operated businesses.

A 10% shift to local would support 460 local jobs.

A 10% shift to local would contribute $16 million in labour income.

Up to 1,300 self-employed workers jobs on PEI are at-risk from shopping out of province.

Buying local creates nearly 20x the impact on labour income compared to online shopping.

Source: Statistics Canada/Calculations by PEI Department of Finance

Every $100 spent locally creates $45 in economic value here in PEI.

Source: Statistics Canada/Calculations by PEI

Make the 10% shift to local now!

Ways you can shift 10% of your spending to local:

Dine local - with many people now working from home, weekdays are slow. Consider dining out at lunch or through the week.
Live local by taking in PEI experiences and staycations.
Eat local by buying fresh and seasonal food from farmers, farmers' markets, corner stores, butchers and bakeries.
Drink local - PEI offers a great selection of craft beer, wine and spirits.
Pamper yourself at one of our fantastic locally owned and operated Island spas.
Get active by visiting locally owned and operated gyms and fitness companies.

When giving, consider giving to local charitable organizations and not-for-profits that support and give back to our Island communities.
When renovating your home, choose locally owned and operated companies and contractors.
Purchase your home heating fuel from locally owned and operated companies.
When buying fuel, support locally owned and operated gas stations.
Fill your prescription at locally owned and operated pharmacies.
Buy Made In PEI products from local artisans.

Purchase gift cards from locally owned and operated businesses for gifts or to use at a later date.
When shopping online, choose the local pick-up option rather than delivery. This small change keeps Islanders employed.
Choose Local First rather than choosing to shop off-island.
Shop at locally owned and operated retailers first.
As business owners, support and buy from other locally owned and operated businesses.
As government agencies and public institutions, consider shifting 10% of procurement to locally owned and operated.

Make the 10% Shift today.

I am committed to make the 10% shift to local by consciously dedicating 10% of my consumer spending to locally owned and operated businesses.

Other Ways You Can Love Local:

Look for products made on Prince Edward Island.

Give a positive review or refer to a friend.

Support local farmers and farmer’s markets.

Share the love on social media.

Enjoy a night out at local accommodations.

Buy a gift card as a gift or to use at a later date.

Love Local, PEI year-round.

Eat at local restaurants, dine-in, take out, or look for delivery options.

Buy products from a local retailer rather than buying online.

Find Your Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber of Commerce across Prince Edward Island is working to support local businesses Island-wide through education and awareness of the impact of supporting local business. When you Love Local, you make a difference.

The Chamber of Commerce across Prince Edward Island collectively represent over 2,000 businesses in their membership. Support local businesses that support PEI.

Visit the Chamber membership directories for a list of local businesses and services in your area.

How Can I Help?

How Can I Help?

Think about the possibilities if Islanders came together and directed 10% of their annual household spending to locally owned and operated businesses.

Think about the possibilities if Islanders came together and directed

10% of their annual household spending to locally owned and operated businesses.

A 10% shift to local would support 460 local jobs.

A 10% shift to local would contribute $16 million in labour income.

Up to 1,300 self-employed workers jobs on PEI are at-risk from shopping out of province.

Buying local creates nearly 20x the impact on labour income compared to online shopping.

Every $100 spent locally creates $45 in economic value here in PEI.

Ways you can shift 10% of your spending to local:

Make the 10% Shift today.

Other Ways You Can Love Local:

Look for products made on Prince Edward Island.

Give a positive review or refer to a friend.

Support local farmers and farmer’s markets.

Share the love on social media.

Enjoy a night out at local accommodations.

Buy a gift card as a gift or to use at a later date.

Love Local, PEI year-round.

Eat at local restaurants, dine-in, take out, or look for delivery options.

Buy products from a local retailer rather than buying online.

Find Your Chamber of Commerce

Join the Love

10% of their annual household spending
to locally owned and operated businesses.