Grand River, Prince Edward Island Explained

Grand River is an unincorporated area in Prince Edward Island, Canada. It is located in Prince County, northeast of Wellington.^[1] It is named for the Grand River, which it is situated upon.^[2]

The Grand River Airport, a small, private airstrip, is located in the community.^[3]

Roads

Grand River is served by provincial highways 12 and 131.In 2019, the provincial government announced plans to rebuild the intersection of route 12 and 131 into a roundabout designed to handle agricultural vehicles.^[4]

Culture

Bayside Tractor Run is an annual parade or "group joyride" of tractors that has taken place since 2010.^[5]

Grand River Ranch hosts a Cowgirl Strong program that allows women and girls with a disability to learn about taking care of horses.^[6]

References

46.5083°N -63.9117°W

Notes and References

1. Web site: PlaceFinder. PlaceFinder  - Government of Prince Edward Island.
2. Web site: PlaceFinder. PlaceFinder  - Government of Prince Edward Island .
3. Web site: CCA9 - Grand River [Grand River Airport], PE, CA - Airport - Great Circle Mapper]. Great Circle Mapper.
4. News: Province plans roundabout for Grand River. Kevin . Yarr . CBC News . March 19, 2019.
5. News: Grand River-Bayside Tractor Run parades along P.E.I. roads . SaltWire. Colin . MacLean . August 23, 2017. March 8, 2024. Encountering a tractor on Island roads in August is hardly an uncommon sight, but seeing dozens of them on parade is another story. .
6. News: Grand River Ranch welcomes new curriculum and participants to Cowgirl Strong . Millicent . Mckay . June 6, 2018. SaltWire. March 8, 2024.