County Commons Co-Working
County Commons is a co-working pilot program hosted at Picton Town Hall. It offers a shared workspace for area professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives to work, connect, and collaborate.
County Commons is an initiative by the County of Prince Edward Economic Development office to explore co-working opportunities for our community.
We were encouraged to pilot co-working opportunities through a recent business retention and expansion survey focusing on professional services and remote workers.
Upcoming Dates
Pre-registration is recommended to guarantee your spot. Walk-ins are welcome if space allows.
Register by clicking on the dates below:
For the pilot phase, County Commons is free of charge. Future sessions may include a small fee, based on demand and feedback.
County Commons Co-Working: Speaker Series - April
Join County Commons for a series of free lunch and learns taking place this April!
Drop in from 12 pm – 1 pm at the Picton Town Hall to listen to one of our guest speakers -no registration required!
Thursday, April 2
Speaker: Kerri Cooper, HPE Learning Foundation
From running Roots Kitchen to championing student nutrition at the Hastings-Prince Edward Learning Foundation, Kerri Cooper brings her passion for food and dignity to her work with the HPE Learning Foundation. Hear how she made the transition from for-profit to not-for-profit. Learn why feeding students fuels entire communities, and how professionals and volunteers alike can play a part. A talk for anyone who believes food is the start of opportunity.
Thursday, April 9
Speaker: Anne Van Vlack, Creating an Age-Friendly Experience
Join Anne Van Vlack—community researcher and age‑friendly advocate—as she shares practical, low‑cost strategies for serving the 50+ market. With decades of experience in communications, teaching, and community development, Anne will show how small changes can create welcoming, accessible customer experiences that build loyalty and boost business. Discover how your organization can better support older adults while improving service for all customers.
Thursday, April 16 *5 pm – 7 pm
Cinq à Sept with the Small Business Centre
Meet and mingle with Brittany Munro and Amy Rushlow of the Small Business Centre—your new business besties, coaches and champions! Serving a wide region across Eastern Ontario, including Prince Edward County, the SBC is provincially-funded and offers hands‑on business development support, one‑on‑one coaching, and guidance to help entrepreneurs prepare for loan applications or attract investors. If you’re building or growing a business, Brittany and Amy are here to help you level up with confidence and clarity.
Thursday, April 23
Speaker: Tracey Stevens, AI for Small Business
Join Tracey Stevens, Innovation Partner at 3sens.ai, for a practical, jargon‑free look at how small and medium‑sized businesses can harness the power of AI. Drawing on 3sens.ai’s hands‑on approach to assessing workflows, identifying efficiencies, and implementing real‑world automation solutions, Tracey will show how AI can streamline operations, cut costs and unlock hidden potential—no overwhelm, just results. Discover where AI delivers value today—and how to start adopting the tools that move your business forward. Join Tracey Stevens, Innovation Partner at 3sens.ai, for a practical, jargon‑free look at how small and medium‑sized businesses can harness the power of AI. Drawing on 3sens.ai’s hands‑on approach to assessing workflows, identifying efficiencies, and implementing real‑world automation solutions, Tracey will show how AI can streamline operations, cut costs and unlock hidden potential—no overwhelm, just results. Discover where AI delivers value today—and how to start adopting the tools that move your business forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend?
Anyone who needs a productive workspace—remote workers, freelancers, small business owners, students, seniors and creatives. You may see one or two civil servants there. All are welcome!
What should I bring?
Your laptop, charger, headphones, and any work-related materials you need. You are responsible for your belongings. We recommend labelling cords or other items that can be easily mistaken for another’s.
What shared amenities are available?
- Shared, open Wi-Fi network
- Seating and tables
- Power outlets
- Coffee/tea station
- Networking opportunities
Can I take calls or meetings?
Yes, but please use headphones for calls and keep your voice low. Longer or louder calls should be taken outside. There is no space for in-person meetings.
Is the internet secure?
We provide shared Wi-Fi. During the pilot phase, we ask your patience as we learn about bandwidth capacity. For sensitive work, we recommend using a VPN. We ask that co-workers follow our Internet Use Policy (no illegal downloads, hacking, or inappropriate content).
Is there tech support on site?
Not during the pilot phase. We’ll see what we need based on user experience and feedback during the pilot phase.
Is food allowed?
Light snacks and drinks are welcome. Please clean up after yourself. We highly recommend making plans with fellow co-workers for a lunch break at a restaurant or cafe nearby.
Will there be networking opportunities?
Absolutely! We’re planning to host lunch-and-learns and cinq-a-septs to connect with other service providers and explore hot topics. If you’re interested in being featured, please be in touch.
Contact us
More questions or want to get involved? Please contact Karen Palmer at kpalmer@pecounty.on.ca or 613.242.6476.