Blog, News & Events

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.

Discover top events happening in Prince Edward County, including art exhibitions, festivals, live music, food and wine experiences, and hands-on workshops. A perfect guide for visitors planning their summer trip.

PEC Council tackled key County challenges, from supporting wineries and farmland, to childcare, beach infrastructure, and long-term care staffing, highlighting the municipality’s efforts to balance growth, services, and economic stability.

PEC Council advanced the Comprehensive Zoning By-law, addressing gaps in commercial, residential, and agricultural zoning while committing to targeted post-adoption amendments for housing, environmental protections, and village flexibility.

PEC Council approved the Comprehensive Zoning By-law with key updates for wineries, on-farm diversified uses, gentle housing density, and environmental protections, while scheduling future amendments for renewable energy and village commerce.

The County Council discusses hospital construction updates, agricultural planning concerns, and growing debate over Picton Terminals, setting up major decisions ahead.

Prince Edward County’s Planning and Development Committee meeting on June 21, 2023 focused on a Salem Road severance and rezoning decision with detailed conditions, removal of battery energy storage support from the Official Plan amendment, discussions on hydrogeological study requirements for development, and site plan control bylaw updates with winery sector consultation directed before final approval.

Councillors approve rural severances, reshape energy policy direction, and push forward planning bylaws while raising concerns about process and property rights.