Planning and Development Committee Meeting
2025-05-21 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-18 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Shire Hall, 332 Main Street, Picton, Ontario, K0K 2T0, Canada
All Council, Planning, Committee of the Whole and Advisory Committee Meetings are open to the public and attendance is welcomed and encouraged. Council, Planning and Committee of the Whole meetings are also streamed live on The County’s YouTube Channel.
To view the full schedule of all Council-related meetings and to access the meeting agendas (including past meetings), visit The County’s Council, Committee and Board webpage. To learn more about Council and Council meetings in general, visit The County’s website (under “Government”).
If you have any questions about an agenda, please contact the Clerk’s Office by email at clerks@pecounty.on.ca or by phone at 613.476.2148, extension 1020.

Municipal Financial Relief Grant Information and Help Session
2025-05-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Wellington and District Community Centre, 111 Belleville Street, Wellington, Ontario, K0K 3L0, Canada
Information and Help Session for Municipal Financial Relief Grant Applications:

Friday, May 23 from 1 pm – 3 pm at the Wellington and District Community Centre (111 Belleville Street)

Residents can also receive free assistance with applications by scheduling an appointment with any of the following:

Prince Edward Learning Centre
Prince Edward County Community Cares for Seniors Association
Prince Edward County Public Libraries

Municipal Financial Relief Grant Information:
Low-income Prince Edward County residents can now apply for financial relief on their property taxes or water/wastewater bills for their primary residence through the Municipal Financial Relief Grant.
Applications will be accepted until July 15, 2025.

County residents can apply for one of the two available grant streams:

Qualifying tenants who pay for water and wastewater services can apply for a credit of up to $350 on their water bill.
Qualifying homeowners can apply for a credit of up to $750 on their property tax account.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application by the end of August; credits are applied ahead of September bills.
Households earning less than $32,240 (single income) or $64,480 (family income) will be able to apply.
Households that earn $20,000/year or less would receive a $1,000 credit toward their property taxes or $500 toward their water bill.
Click here for more information on eligibility requirements and how to apply.

The municipally funded program is administered by The County Foundation. Visit The County Foundation website to learn more and get answers to frequently asked questions.
The municipality has compiled a list of additional resources to help residents who are having difficulty paying household expenses. Information about these agencies and programs is available at thecounty.ca/help-with-payments
For information about tax bills and payments, contact tax@pecounty.on.ca. For information about water/wastewater bills and payments, contact waterbilling@pecounty.on.ca. For telephone service, call 613.476.2148 ext. 1023 or 613.962.9108 ext. 1023.

Council Meeting
2025-05-27 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-06-10 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-06-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Shire Hall, 332 Main Street, Picton, Ontario, K0K 2T0, Canada

Committee of the Whole Meeting
2025-05-29 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-12 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Shire Hall, 332 Main Street, Picton, Ontario, K0K 2T0, Canada

AccessAbility Awareness Day Event
2025-05-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Picton Library, 208 Main Street, Picton, Ontario, K0K 2T0, Canada
Join us for a day of awareness and community education as we move towards a more accessible County!
Together we will discuss important topics such as:

Understanding the challenges associated with mobility restrictions
Navigating downtown in a wheelchair
Understanding the importance of auditory cues

For more information contact:
clerks@pecounty.on.ca

Public Meeting: Wilkinson Memorial Park
2025-06-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Wilkinson Memorial Park, 2699 County Rd 8, Waupoos, Ontario, K0K 2T0, Canada
The County of Prince Edward is hosting a kick-off meeting for a pathway plan and park design at Wilkinson Memorial Park on Thursday, June 12.
The meeting will take place on from 9 am – 10 am at the park (2699 County Road 8, Waupoos).
The municipality is working with VTLA Studio to develop a plan to improve the park. The public is welcome to attend the kick-off meeting to learn more and share their feedback.
The Wilkinson Memorial Park pathway plan and park design is 1 of 10 parkland projects across Prince Edward County that are being supported by funds from the Parkland Reserve. Provincial legislation requires municipalities to spend a certain portion of funds in their Parkland Reserve. The funds in this reserve come from developers who provide cash instead of dedicating parkland to the municipality. Municipalities are required to spend those funds in the same geographic area as the development.
An initial consultation for Wilkinson Memorial Park identified the desire for an outdoor rink at the park. However, given the challenges of making ice during recent unpredictable winters, Council directed staff during the 2025 deliberations to use the $80,000 for park improvements instead.
The Wilkinson Memorial Park currently has a tennis and pickleball court with basketball hoops. There is a playground and band shelter. The park also has an old baseball diamond and a large green space with new trees that were planted a year ago. Also on the property is a canteen and shaded picnic area.
For more information, contact the County of Prince Edward at 613.476.2148 ext. 1023, 613.962.9108 ext. 1023, or email info@pecounty.on.ca.

Hazardous and Electronic Waste Mobile Event
2025-06-14 09:00 - 14:00 | Wellington and District Community Centre, 111 Belleville Street, Wellington, Ontario, K0K 3L0, Canada
All residents are invited to dispose of their household hazardous and electronic waste free of charge at several mobile events located within Prince Edward County.
The mobile events hosted by Quinte Waste Solutions will take place at the Wellington and District Community Centre (111 Belleville Street) from 9 am – 2 pm on the following dates:

Saturday, May 10
Saturday, June 14
Saturday, July 19
Saturday, September 13

Household hazardous and electronic waste can be found in almost every room of your home. These products, if thrown in the garbage or poured down the drain, can have negative effects on the environment including an impact on groundwater and surface water such as creeks, rivers, and lakes.
Click here to view the schedule and see a full list of items that are accepted at mobile events.
Please note that motor oil and scrap metal are not accepted. Motor oil must be dropped at the hazardous waste depot in Belleville. Operating hours are available on the Quinte Waste Solutions website.

The Ontario Heritage Conference
2025-06-19, 2025-06-20, 2025-06-21 | Ontario
The 2025 Ontario Heritage Conference is scheduled for June 19th to 21st in Prince Edward County!
A wide variety of sessions are planned for an informative and interesting few days that expand on the theme How Tourism, Economic Development & The Local Community Benefit from Adaptive Re-Use.
Thursday June 19
Enjoy socializing with your fellow heritage enthusiasts over a selection of drinks and snacks at the Crystal Palace from 5 pm to 9pm with early registration starting at 2 pm. The Crystal Palace is one of the world’s few surviving replicas of the famed glass structure inspired by the original Crystal Palace created by Sir Joseph Paxton in 1851 for the Great Exhibition in London England. The evening presentation will be by local historian Peter Lockyer, who has worked and supported the County’s heritage sector for decades. Peter will highlight the value of creating a Heritage Economy where local history can enhance the provision of goods and services, making history a significant economic driver. After the welcome reception and as capacity allows attendees can join ACO PEC for an architectural walking tour of downtown Picton, to see how chimney swifts, a species at risk in Ontario, use local heritage buildings as habitat.
Friday, June 20
Almost all conference offerings including breakfast, lunch and dinner will be at BASE31, located on the historic site of a 70-acre WWII air training base in Picton that is now a premier cultural destination, offering a unique setting for all types of events with acres of history and heritage to explore. The morning keynote moderated by Michael McClelland, Principal of ERA Architects is TERROIR: How is heritage conservation the impetus for economic development? Just as the concept of “terroir” is the foundation for good wine, heritage buildings and their landscapes are assets that can spur economic development through adaptive re-use. The morning session will end with a Pictorial Tour of Adaptive Re-use in Prince Edward County presented by ACO PEC followed by lunch. The afternoon will bring lots of programming choices for conference guests with topics ranging from Public Art to Social Justice, from Practical tools for heritage volunteers to 50yrs of the Heritage Act and Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na Language & Cultural Centre will share a 25-year history of preserving the Mohawk Language. The evening, will include some social time followed by the Gala Dinner and a presentation from Tim Jones, CEO of Base 31 who will share his thoughts on adaptive heritage and how it has been applied at Base31 to create a new space of value for the community. Guests are welcome to stay after dinner to tour the new Base31 museum that houses a Lancaster Bomber and to explore and enjoy the plethora of art installations and captivating experiences this space has to offer.
Saturday, June 21
Attendees will have a few choices on offer to get out and about in Prince Edward County and beyond! Programming ranges from a South Shore Adventure tour with ACO PEC, visiting some lesser known heritage delights to joining an accomplished group of local designers, builders and makers each of whom have contributed to the ongoing heritage restoration and revitalization of an East Lake Farm. There will also be a morning tour of the Picton Armory built in 1913, once used as a recruiting depot during WWI and WWII and now retrofitted for shops and services; as well as an early afternoon guided walking tour of Glenwood Cemetery; and a late afternoon visit to Macaulay Church for a presentation about Secret Societies and their Stained Glass. Heritage Belleville are also offering an intimate tour of Belleville’s downtown Memorial Market Place, City Hall, and City Market.
The conference will wrap up by recognizing and celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day with Tom Wilson & The Mohawk Choir performing at the beautiful Regent Theatre in historic downtown Picton on Saturday at 7:30pm. The Tom Wilson Mohawk Symphony, with its deeply personal themes and universal resonance, represents a landmark moment in contemporary Canadian music, inviting audiences on a transformative journey of discovery and connection.
Admission to all conference events are included with your conference ticket unless otherwise noted and as capacity allows. Accommodations and transportation are not included. For more information about the conference including accommodations, deals, a PDF Program, and other local attractions click here.

Public Information Centre (PIC): York Street Reconstruction Project
2025-06-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Picton Town Hall, 2 Ross Street, Picton, Ontario, Canada
The County of Prince Edward is hosting a public information centre (PIC) for the York Street reconstruction project in Picton on Thursday, June 19.
The PIC will take place at the Picton Town Hall (2 Ross Street) from 6-8 pm.
The project, approved by Council in 2024, will see York Street reconstructed between Picton Main Street and Mary Street. The municipality will replace a large sanitary sewer and install a new watermain. The project will also include a new roadway, curbs and sidewalk. Construction for this project is slated for fall 2025.
At the PIC, the municipality will:

Present and review the detailed designs for the project
Provide local residents with more information about potential impacts of the project
Gather input from residents about the project

If you are interested in receiving further information on this project, contact Jeff Shortt, Project Manager, at jshortt@pecounty.on.ca or call 613.476.2148 extension 1007.

County of Prince Edward Public Library: June Author Series
2025-06-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Picton Library, 208 Main Street, Picton, Ontario, K0K 2T0, Canada
In celebration and recognition of Canadian Multiculturalism Day and Pride Month:

June 19: Martha Bátiz
Book: A Daughter’s Place

June 26: Saad Omar Khan
Book: Drinking the Ocean

Thanks to the sponsorship of the Huff Family Fund through the County Foundation this series is FREE to attend.
All welcome.
All events are at the Picton Library at 7 pm.
Please visit the event page for more information: https://www.peclibrary.org/authors/

Tom Wilson Mohawk Symphony and Drumming Circle
2025-06-21 14:00 - 22:00 | The Regent Theatre, 224 Main Street, Picton, ON, K0K 2T0, Canada
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day in the County with Tom Wilson, renowned musician, artist, and storyteller. Tom brings the discovery of his Mohawk heritage to life through the Mohawk Symphony. This innovative work blends personal narratives, classical influences, and contemporary sounds, creating a musical tapestry that resonates deeply with audiences.
This event is presented by The Regent Theatre. For more information, and to purchase tickets please visit The Regent Theatre’s event page.
Everyone is welcome to come early to experience a drumming circle at no cost. Please note, tickets must be purchased to attend the concert taking place after the drumming circle.
Whispering Wind Singers
The drumming circle will take place from 2 pm to 6 pm in the laneway between the Picton Library and the Regent Theatre.
Sponsored by: Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén: na with support from The County

Public Open House: Wellington Beach Improvement and Management Plan
2025-06-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Wellington and District Community Centre, 111 Belleville Street, Wellington, Ontario, K0K 3L0, Canada
The municipality is hosting a public open house to share results from the Wellington Beach Improvement and Management Plan on Wednesday, June 25.
The public open house will take place at the Wellington and District Community Centre (111 Belleville Street) from 4 – 6 pm.
The purpose of the open house is to introduce residents to the recommendations from the Wellington Beach Improvement and Management Plan. This plan builds on the community consultation completed in 2022, which identified community ideas and priorities for the Wellington Rotary Beach Revitalization project. Click here for more information on the project.
County staff will be on hand to share findings from the Management Plan and recommended next steps.
For more information on this open house, contact Albert Paschkowiak, Environmental Services and Sustainability Supervisor, at apaschkowiak@pecounty.on.ca or 613.476.2148 ext. 4004.

Picton Kiwanis Club County Breakfast & Bake Sale
2025-06-28 07:30 - 11:30 | Picton Masonic Hall, 13251 Loyalist Parkway, Picton, Ontario, Canada
Everyone is invited to the Picton Masonic Hall (13251 Loyalist Parkway) on June 28 from 7:30 am to 11:30 am for breakfast and a bake sale!
$15/person; $5 for Children 12 and under; Preschoolers free
This fundraiser is in support of Prince Edward County youth activities.

Pride Parade and Pride in the Park
2025-06-28 12:00 - 16:30 | Delhi Park, 7 Lalor Street, Picton
The Greater Than County Youth Collective is proud to present their fourth annual Pride in the Park this Saturday, June 28!
The event will begin with an all-ages sidewalk parade taking place from 12 pm to 1 pm.
The parade will take place on the Picton Main Street sidewalk from Paul Street to Talbot Street and then back up Picton Main Street to turn at Elizabeth Street and follow Mary Street to Delhi Park.
Pride in the Park will then take place at Delhi Park from 1 pm to 4:30 pm.
There will be lawn games and other fun activities for all ages including:

local organizations with resource tables and activities
free snacks and beverages
music and yoga in the park
50/50 draw
free draw for anyone under the age of 30 to enter to win donated items from local businesses

This event is presented in partnership with the Picton BIA.

Chicken BBQ at The Wellington Legion
2025-06-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Wellington Legion, 364 Main Street, Wellington, Ontario, K0K 3L0, Canada
All are welcome to attend the Wellington Legion (364 Main Street, Wellington) for a BBQ dinner.
2 pm to 5 pm
Tickets:

$22 at the door.
Advance tickets: $20.

Available for purchase at the legion.

Wellington Main Street Sidewalk Pop-Ups and Crafts in the Park
2025-06-30 17:30 - 19:00 | Wellington Park, 243 Wellington Main Street, Wellington, Ontario, Canada
Join us for a lively street party packed with delicious eats, local vendors, and festive fun right in the heart of the community!
🛍️ Wellington Main Street Sidewalk Pop-Ups – From the park and down the block, explore a unique lineup of local favourites:
🍢 Decanter PEC

Savour bold flavors with Tikka Chaat Indian Street Eats
Sip on refreshing Wild Lot Farm Distillery Cocktails & Seltzers
Indulge in fresh Summer Wind Oysters

👗 Oak Clothing & Anice Jewelry

Discover stylish finds and ready-made jewellery. Anice will be offering Custom Forever Bracelets & Anklets on the spot for a discounted price.
Full proceeds of the sale of Pride Jewellery (bracelets, anklets and necklaces) will go to LGBT Youth Line.

🌴 Kabir’s Caribbean at Everything Variety

Experience the island vibe with authentic Trinidadian doubles – a must-try street food favorite!

🥙 Donairs at County Feasts

A little east coast of Canada makes its way to Wellington Main Street. Vegan and vegetarian options available too.

🌮 La Condesa

Enjoy patio dining and guacamole & chips served street-side

🔥 Sprigglen Meat Market

Fire up your appetite with BBQ sausages grilled in front of the County Chocolatier

PLUS! Find Wellington Canada Day T-shirts made in support of a renewed Wellington & District Business Association and designed by local artist Stew Jones at the above shops and at a special June 30 pop-up outside the Wellington Pharmacy (274 Main St).
T-shirts:
Adults: $20
Youth: $15
Buttons: $4

Bring your friends, your appetite, and your love for local – let’s make this Canada Day unforgettable! ❤️🤍
Games and Crafts in Wellington Park – Provided by the Chapter & Vine Literary Society

Wellington Street Dance & Fireworks Show
2025-06-30 17:30 - 22:30 | Ontario
The Wellington Recreation Committee is excited to continue a great County tradition, the Wellington Street Dance and Fireworks Show!
Lots of local fun! – 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Wellington businesses in the downtown core will be open throughout the evening offering delicious treats and lawn games for all to enjoy.
Dinner in the Park – 5:30 pm
Head over to Wellington Park where Big Mike’s BBQ will be serving up mouth-watering eats starting at 5:30 pm – the perfect dinner before the festivities heat up!
Live Music – 6:30 pm
Get ready to dance! Cue the Funk will be bringing the party to the gazebo in Wellington Park starting at 6:30 pm. Bring your dancing shoes and your best moves!
Fireworks – 9:50 pm
Cap off the night with a spectacular fireworks display presented in partnership with the Wellington Fire Department. The show begins at 9:50 pm at the Wellington Rotary Beach – don’t miss it!

Municipal Offices Closed: Canada Day
2025-07-01 | Ontario
The County of Prince Edward municipal offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 1 for the Canada Day holiday.
Offices will reopen on Wednesday, July 2 at 8:30 am.
Garbage and recycling collection

Curbside garbage, green bin, and recycling pickup service will occur according to the regular schedule.
Environmental 360 Solutions and Quinte Waste Services remind residents to have their garbage, green bin, and properly sorted blue boxes out to the curb by 7 am to ensure pickup.
The County’s landfill and transfer stations will be open on Saturday, June 28. Visit the municipal website for more information.

Community Centres
The Wellington and District Community Centre and the Prince Edward Community Centre will be closed Tuesday, July 1.
The walking track at the Wellington and District Community Centre will reopen on Wednesday, July 2 and operate on the summer schedule: Monday – Friday, 7 am – 3 pm.
County Transit
County Transit will not operate on Tuesday, July 1.
PECelebrates
A celebration of community, cultures and Canada, takes place June 21 – July 1 across Prince Edward County. Details about the PECelebrates Festival are available on The County’s website.
Featured events include Pride in the Park, the Wellington Street Dance and Fireworks Show, and Canada Day celebrations in Picton and Wellington.
The County Museums
On Monday, June 30 the Wellington Heritage Museum (290 Wellington Main Street) will be opening its doors for a “Special Open Hours” edition of its current exhibit, 100 Years of Wellington, in celebration of Canada Day.
Attendees are invited to share their memories in the community yearbook, learn more about the history of Wellington from 1867-1967, and participate in a family friendly activity in the garden space. Doors are open from 10 am – 4 pm.
After-hour inquiries
For urgent after-hours municipal inquiries, please call:

613.476.6505 for road emergencies
613.967.8777 for water or sewer emergencies

Canada Day Book Sales
2025-07-01 09:30 - 16:00 | Ontario
Both the Picton and Wellington Library Branches will be having a book sale!
Wellington Branch Library –261 Wellington Main Street
9:30 am to 2 pm
Picton Branch Library –208 Picton Main Street
12 pm to 4 pm
Find good deals on great books and support your local library!

Canada Day in Wellington
2025-07-01 10:30 - 16:00 | Ontario
The Wellington Recreation Committee presents the annual Canada Day parade beginning at 10:30 am.
The parade will be followed by Music in the Park at 12 pm presented by the Prince Edward County Lions Club featuring music by The Rickartons. BBQ hotdogs and water will be available by donation.
Those interested in participating in the parade are encouraged to contact Brenda Little at Brenda.little20@gmail.com.
Wellington United Church Strawberry Social
Come to the Wellington United Church lower hall for local strawberries, cake and ice cream. Gluten Free and Sugar Free options available upon request

$8 per person
$5 for 10 years old and under
10:30am until sold out

Wellington Community Market
Canada Day Market located in the United Church parking lot!

Canada Day: Games in Wellington Park
2025-07-01 12:00 - 14:00 | Wellington Park, 243 Wellington Main Street, Wellington, Ontario, Canada
Canada Day: Games in Wellington Park
Provided by the Chapter & Vine Literary Society
From 12 pm to 2 pm, there will be a games station for kids and adults. Look for the white tent at the back of the Wellington Park.
Lawn games for kids and adults like cornhole, ring toss and giant badminton!
Game schedule:
12 pm – 12:30 pm: Flapjack Lumberjack
12:30 pm – 1 pm: Smarties Sort
1 pm – 1:30 pm: Hula Hoop Your Heart Out!
Prizes will be provided by County Kids Read
Strike a pose at the selfie station at the white tent too!

Canada Day in Picton
2025-07-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Canada Day in Picton is presented by the Picton Recreation Committee. Come join in the fun with activities for all ages downtown Picton from 12 pm to 4pm! This is a Canada Day celebration for everyone! There will be live music and fun activities for all ages! Everyone is welcome at this free community event!
