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Can young adults build a future in Prince Edward County? Explore the mayoral candidates’ ideas for youth participation, jobs, housing, recreation, and community connections, along with the local strategies and services that could help young people live, work, and thrive in the County.

Perspectives on safety, policing, and prevention highlight local priorities.

Community safety planning, marine patrols, and youth programs guide board discussions.

Councillors debated tourism revenue oversight, approved public representation on an AI governance committee, and received direction on a restructured 2026 budget process during the July 24 Committee of the Whole meeting.

Committee members reviewed accessibility priorities, approved the annual report to Council, planned for National Accessibility Week, and examined development proposals to improve accessibility in public spaces.

Committee members highlighted real-world accessibility barriers, approved outreach to healthcare planners, and advanced initiatives to ensure accessibility is considered in future policies, services, and development projects.

The November 16, 2023 Committee of the Whole meeting focused on septic regulations, community support funding pressures, and fire fleet challenges across Prince Edward County.

Accessibility support moves forward with business outreach, survey planning, and new tools aimed at improving long-term inclusion.

Excerpt: Safety partnerships, policing realities, and community planning shape the discussion.

Prince Edward County’s Period Party brought its fight against period poverty to Queen’s Park, advocating for better menstrual education, inclusive product options and improved access to supplies. The initiative has raised over $10,000 and installed free menstrual product dispensers at Picton and Wellington community centres.

A dozen junior air cadets experienced glider flights over Prince Edward County before the 851 Squadron celebrated its 46th Annual Ceremonial Review, recognizing cadet achievements, scholarships, and summer training opportunities.