Blog, News & Events

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.

This animal cruelty case is sparking debate over whether a legal sentence can still feel too light for a crime that shocked the community.

Council debates climate priorities, pauses Wellington Manor tax relief for further review, and advances transit strategy despite funding concerns.

A planned closure of the Picton public health office has been paused following strong community response and a partnership agreement with the Prince Edward Family Health Team.

Loyalist College has opened its expanded Indigenous Centre during Truth and Reconciliation Week. The new space supports Indigenous students while creating more opportunities for cultural connection, education, and reconciliation across the campus community.

Council votes on staffing oversight, shoreline planning, transit renewal, and Loyalist College advocacy revealed clear divisions and priorities during the February 25 meeting.

Council faced divided public opinion on housing developments, advanced the Queen Elizabeth School proposal, and reopened Cold Creek discussions for revisions.

Council voted 9–4 to advance the QE School redevelopment, rejected delays, and chose to revisit Cold Creek plans to avoid a tribunal appeal.

Committee discussions focused on heritage safeguards, draft film policy, property designation, and planning the 2025 Ontario Heritage Conference. Key decisions support heritage protection and local economic benefits.

Committee discussions covered heritage safeguards, draft film policy, property designation, and planning the 2025 Ontario Heritage Conference. Decisions support heritage protection, economic development, and clear rules for filming in Prince Edward County.

Committee discussions focused on speeding, road safety concerns, and traffic decisions. Outcomes include signage improvements, safer road design, and a more consistent, data-driven approach in PEC.

Committee discussions focused on public safety concerns, speeding, signage, and traffic calming requests. Decisions aim to improve road safety and address resident concerns across PEC.

Council advances environmental protection, accessibility improvements, and health care collaboration while pushing for provincial action on County Road 49.

Date: April 21, 2024 With Earth Day highlighting the importance of outdoor spaces and environmental stewardship, the Prince Edward County Trails Committee is encouraging the community to take part in a long-awaited celebration recognizing the transformation of the Millennium Trail. Plans to improve the former rail corridor were first unveiled in early 2017, outlining upgrades to approximately 46 kilometres of trail intended to serve as both a linear park and a natural habitat

A live-stream broadcast on April 8 will capture the 2024 solar eclipse across the Bay of Quinte, featuring expert guests, multiple camera angles and a view of totality in Belleville.

Prince Edward County has officially marked the opening of Leeward House, its first transitional housing facility, designed to support individuals moving from homelessness toward permanent housing.

Avian influenza has been confirmed in Canada geese found in Belleville and Kingston, prompting public health officials to remind residents how to reduce risks to people and pets.

OPP have recovered over $50,000 in stolen vehicles and equipment following an investigation into multiple break and enters across Prince Edward County and surrounding regions.

Quinte Health has joined Canada’s new 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline, offering 24/7 call and text support with locally informed, compassionate mental health care.

Prince Edward County council has approved a 15-year fire dispatch agreement with St. Catharines valued at $1.4 million, supporting long-term emergency communications and the transition to Next Generation 911.