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From holiday markets to live theatre, discover upcoming November events and activities around Prince Edward County.

During our chat with Mayoral Candidate Brad Nieman, he shares his vision for how fostering better communication and community in Prince Edward County in the challenging times that he warns loom ahead. What will we need to "survive" and come out on the other side? Brad tells us his perspective on the process that will involve a bit of pain, but ultimately, he hopes will lead to overall gains.

Could data centres bring jobs and investment to Prince Edward County, or would they place too much pressure on electricity, water, farmland, and infrastructure? Examine the mayoral candidates’ positions and the questions residents should consider before the County prepares for potential proposals.

Prince Edward County’s arts funding debate raises questions about tourism, economic development, and quality of life. Explore the mayoral candidates’ positions, the evidence behind the proposed increase, and how public reporting could help residents assess the value of arts investments.

How can Prince Edward County help residents keep up with the cost of living? Explore the mayoral candidates’ responses, existing property-tax and water-bill relief, gaps in program access, and questions about funding, employment, and measuring results.

How should Prince Edward County balance new housing with infrastructure costs and community concerns? Explore the mayoral candidates’ proposals, the assumptions behind their numbers, and the questions residents still need answered about affordability, development charges, and future growth.

Ernie Margetson, Brad Nieman, and Terry Shortt say they would avoid using strong mayor powers, but what would that mean in practice? Explore the rules around budgets, development approvals, council votes, and the balance between local representation and County-wide priorities.

Dropped calls and unreliable reception remain concerns for Prince Edward County residents, even after major regional investments in cellular infrastructure. Explore the candidates’ ideas, the challenges of tower placement, and the questions that need answers about coverage gaps, network capacity, and municipal action.

What problem are Prince Edward County’s short-term accommodation rules meant to solve? This article examines mayoral candidates’ proposals, questions about STA licensing figures, and the evidence residents need to assess the impact on housing, tourism, and neighbourhoods.

What does the council-size question on Prince Edward County’s October ballot actually mean? Learn how the vote works, when the result becomes binding, what the mayoral candidates propose, and what could happen after a review.

Should Prince Edward County lower farmland property taxes or exempt new farm buildings from development charges? This community discussion examines the proposals, potential costs, candidate responses, and questions about who would cover the difference.

What does it really mean to protect farmland in Prince Edward County? This community discussion examines agricultural boundaries, LEAR mapping, development pressures, and the evidence behind local planning decisions.

October is a great time to visit Prince Edward County, with smaller crowds, harvest season and a full calendar of festivals, concerts and dinners. This guide covers the best events and self-guided favourites, from Oyster Fest and Pumpkinfest to galleries, orchards and Sandbanks.

October has fewer business events than festivals, but the ones on the calendar matter. This guide covers the mayoral debate, Bay of Quinte Small Business Week (Oct 19–23), the Quinte Business Achievement Awards, Countylicious and the municipal election, with source links for each.

The story behind Orange Shirt Day, from Phyllis Webstad’s orange shirt to the history of residential schools and the meaning behind “Every Child Matters.”

With the 2026 PEC municipal election underway, residents can look at incumbent councillors’ voting records while waiting for more detailed campaign platforms.

Base31’s expansion could reshape Picton, but major questions remain around housing, infrastructure costs, affordability, and community impact.

September in Prince Edward County is packed with community spirit and seasonal celebrations. Explore our curated guide to the month’s top events, including the Picton Fair, The Long Table on Main, live concerts, cycling adventures, hands-on workshops, and more.

Delhi Park in Picton is once again at the centre of change. A proposed six court pickleball facility is raising questions about location, noise, wildlife and whether the County has gathered enough input before moving forward.

This guide brings together some of the season's most exciting events, from family movie nights and sunflower walks to pottery classes, wellness experiences, live concerts, and vineyard gatherings. Whether you are planning a weekend visit or searching for new local experiences, these events offer plenty of ways to make the most of Summer 2026.