The County Connection with Realtor Joan Bongard

06/16/2026

Road closures and restrictions will be in place in Picton on Saturday, June 20 for the Bay of Quinte Regional Pride Festival parade.

🌈Picton Main Street will be closed from Lake Street to Crystal Palace (375 Picton Main Street) from 11:45 am to 1:15 pm.

🌈Lake Street from the intersection of Picton Main Street to the Millennium Trail parking lot (4 Lake Street) will also be closed during this time.

⏰The parade will take place from 12 pm to 1 pm starting from the Millennium Trail parking lot on Lake Street to Crystal Palace.

🎉Following the parade, the Bay of Quinte Regional Pride Festival will take place at Crystal Palace until 5 pm.

Learn more: https://thecounty.ca/county_news_notices/traffic-disruptions-in-picton-for-pride-parade-june-20/

06/16/2026

When you’re buying or selling a home, your real estate agent has clear conducts they must follow.

These professional standards protect you by requiring clear communication, confidentiality, and full disclosure of any conflicts of interest so you can make informed decisions throughout your transaction.

Learn more about professional conduct standards for real estate agents: https://www.reco.on.ca/agents-and-brokerages/reco-bulletins/reco-bulletin-1-1-professional-conduct

06/16/2026

The garbage, green bin and recycling collection schedule will temporarily change due to the Canada Day holiday from June 29 to July 1.

🚫There will be no collection on Wednesday, July 1.

✅Regular collection will resume on Thursday, July 2.

➡️The landfill and transfer stations’ operating hours will not be impacted by the holiday and will run as scheduled Saturday, June 27, Wednesday, July 1, and Saturday, July 4.

👀Learn more: https://thecounty.ca/county_news_notices/temporary-changes-to-garbage-and-recycling-collection-june-29-july-1-for-canada-day-holiday/

Please find your regular collection date on the left and the corresponding temporary collection date on the right.

06/15/2026

Small switch, big difference 🌬️ Change your ceiling fan to spin counterclockwise this summer to keep your home feeling cooler and more comfortable.

06/15/2026

The Clubhouse at PGCC ⛳️
🍔 Smash burgers • 🌭 Best dogs • 🍺 Cold beer
🌅 Cliffside sunsets over Picton Bay
📍 Picton, ON | Open to public (except Wednesdays)
📞 Reservations recommended
613-476-8383

06/14/2026

Let’s go Canada! 🇨🇦⚽
From coast to coast, we’re cheering on Team Canada with pride. Good luck Team Canada!

06/14/2026

PECelebrates, a celebration of community, cultures and Canada, will take place June 14 – July 1 across Prince Edward County!

PECelebrates features a variety of events and activities that mark National Indigenous History Month, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Pride Month, Canadian Multiculturalism Day, and Canada Day.

Featured events celebrating the themes of PECelebrates are listed below:

🎉Pride Picnic & Skate Social (Sunday, June 14)
🎉Bay of Quinte Regional Pride Festival (Saturday, June 20)
🎉REVEL: Celebrating Diversity (throughout June)
🎉Wellington Street Dance & Fireworks Show (Tuesday, June 30)
🎉Canada Day in Wellington (Wednesday, July 1)
🎉Canada Day in Picton (Wednesday, July 1)

PECelebrates activities are funded in part by the Municipality of Prince Edward County and the Government of Canada.

👀For more information or to view the full list of events, please visit the PECelebrates event page. Additional events and details will be added leading up to the festival.

Learn more: https://thecounty.ca/county_news_notices/pecelebrates-returns-june-14-july-1/

06/14/2026

06/13/2026

Slow-moving farm vehicle ahead 🚜🔺

This orange triangle marks a vehicle moving at 40km/h or less. When you see a vehicle marked with this sign, slow down, keep a safe distance and pass with caution.

06/13/2026

Thinking about buying or selling a home without a real estate agent?

If you choose to represent yourself, you’ll be responsible for protecting your own interests, from pricing and paperwork to navigating offers and agreements.

Before proceeding as a self-represented party, know the responsibilities, the risks, and consider seeking independent professional advice.

Learn more: https://www.reco.on.ca/consumers/things-you-need-to-know/know-the-risks-of-representing-yourself