The Kensington North Watersheds Association has secured funding for 2026 to expand a major restoration project in the upper Malpeque estuary in Kensington, Prince Edward Island. This new phase will add 1.5 hectares of work to help manage seasonal flooding and improve local habitats for fish and birds.
The project follows the successful completion of 2.4 hectares of wetland restoration finished in 2025. This year, workers will install improved water control structures and reconnect channels to better handle water flow across the landscape.
These changes are designed to help local farmers by fixing drainage issues on agricultural land next to the estuary. Groups like Indian River Farms and the Town of Kensington are involved in the effort to protect both the environment and the local economy.
Managing water is a priority for the community because about 6.5 per cent of land in Prince Edward Island is less than three metres above sea level. By creating healthier wetlands, the project aims to protect the area from storm surges while providing better homes for wildlife like Atlantic salmon.
The association has a history of similar work, having previously planted more than 300 native trees and shrubs in the Shipyard River and Eel Creek areas. This latest expansion is part of a long-term plan to make the Kensington region more resilient to heavy rainfall and changing weather patterns.
