City Of Quinte West
7 Creswell Drive K8V 5R6 Trenton, ON, Canada

LOOK AHEAD FOR 2021 WITH QUINTE WEST'S STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS Join the Quinte West Chamber of Commerce and Quinte West Mayor Jim Harrison for the annual State of the City Address on Friday, Jan, 29 at 7:00 p.m. on Yourtv Quinte. Learn about upcoming events, projects and Initiatives, and get to know our new CAO, David Clazie! *A Repeat of the address will be shared Mon. Feb. 1, at 5:30 p.m.

FROM BOARDGAMES TO BOOKS, THEY'VE GOT IT ALL - J&B BOOKS It's no secret that we've been spending a little extra time at home as of late, but we're grateful for local businesses like J&B Books to keep us entertained! Located at 97 Dundas St W, in Trenton, J&B Books can help you turn those at home blues into a health and wellness adventure! Curl up with a book you've been eager to read or plan the next family game night - both of which are possible with J&B Book's online store... and curbside pick-up. Call today to learn how they can help you make room on your bookshelves for your 2021 reading list! For more information, call (613) 394-4141 or visit www.jandbbooks.com.

LET'S END THE STIGMA ABOUT MENTAL ILLNESS Now more than ever, every action counts. Add your voice to the world's largest conversation about mental health, #BellLetsTalk Day. There are actions we can all take to drive mental health forward and create positive change. One in five Canadians will suffer from mental illness at some point in their lives. End the stigma and keep talking - you're never alone! To learn all the ways you can help today, visit https://letstalk.bell.ca/en.../bell-lets-talk-day *This video was filmed prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

WHY DO WE HAVE TO PAY FOR BAG TAGS? This is a very commonly asked question and we’re going to break it down for you. Quinte West's total cost for garbage, recycling and organics collection and disposal is $2.6 million. Your property taxes pay 50% for a total of $1.3 million, the rest comes from the purchase of garbage bag tags. ... We really want to encourage people to recycle and use their organics bins, which are good for the environment and are no additional cost. PLUS, with this system, if you only put out one bag of garbage per week, you're not footing the bill for people who put out 3 or 4 bags. Where to buy bag tags: http://quintewest.site/Garbage Order bag tags online: http://quintewest.site/eStore

QUINTE WEST O.P.P. JOIN THE FAMILY LITERACY MONTH FUN Continuing the celebration of family Literacy Month, the Quinte West Public Library and the Quinte West O.P.P. share this week's Storytime reading with you! We love seeing our community partners working together! The Library is also still available for curbside pick-up by appointment only at this time. Call 613-394-3381 for more info or visit http://www.library.quintewest.ca/en/.

OUTDOOR RINKS IN BATAWA RE-OPEN THIS WEEKEND Quinte West residents have something to celebrate this week as the Batawa outdoor skating rinks are scheduled to reopen. After careful consideration, the rinks will reopen for skating starting tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 22, with increased safety measures in place. The rinks will be open daily from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., weather permitting, with only 20 skaters on the ice surface at any time. Masks must be worn at all times. At this time, no... organized hockey games, scrimmages or practices will be allowed. Please check the live web cameras at www.batawalionsclub.com before leaving your house to ensure rinks are not busy. Be respectful to other users and staff at all times. Failure to follow protocol will result in removal from the ice surface and, if needed, OPP enforcement. To check skating conditions, visit https://www.facebook.com/batawalionsclub. For a full list of rules, visit http://bit.ly/3ixBTqp.

GET FIRED UP WITH REFIRE FITNESS Keeping to New Year's Resolutions is hard enough, even without being in the middle of a pandemic! We understand that it has been harder more than ever to get motivated. Fear not, however, as Lisa Kelly of Refire Fitness is here with customized online personal training. Refire Fitness offers personalized support and guidance without having to commit to a specific time and place. Programs are available through the Refire app, over the phone, te...xt and video, meaning you get 100% Lisa, 100% of the time! Personalized and dedicated service is here to help you keep accountable and keep you on the right track to achieve your health and wellness goals. For more information, call (613) 438-0966, or visit www.refirefitness.com. #LoveYourLocalQW #FitnessJourney #PersonalTrainer

BE PREPARED THIS WINTER - SHARPEN YOUR SKATES If you're skating on natural ice, your blades can take a beating. Need your skates sharpened for the optimal skating experience? Reilly's Awards and Embroidery has you covered. Located at 14 Flindall St. in Trenton, Drop your skates in the yellow box and give a quick call. Reilly's will sharpen your skates in approximately 20 minutes! Sharpening is $5/pair and can be paid by cash at the door or over the phone by credit card. Open 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday. For more, call 613-392-9161 or visit www.reillys.ca.

QUINTE WEST URGES RESIDENTS TO STAY HOME Effective tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, at 12:01 a.m., the City of Quinte West will be closing the outdoor skating rinks in Batawa and the Kinsmen Community Dog Park. These closures are to support the directive banning outdoor gatherings of five or more people. The City urges residents choosing to exercise outside to maintain as much physical distance as possible and avoid gatherings. City operations will continue with staff work...ing from home where possible. Residents are encouraged to visit quintewest.ca for information about online payment options. City business will be available by email and telephone. If you must pay by cash or cheque, there are drop boxes available at City Hall and the Frankford Municipal Office. Some building services and licensing services will still be available by appointment. Please call for more information. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/2XBqnkf

JOIN OUR PUBLIC WORKS TEAM Are you looking to build towards a career in Water/Wastewater services? The City is hiring a Quality Management Technician (18-month contract) in our Public Works & Environmental Services Dept. Do you have the skills to assist with the development and maintenance of Water/Wastewater departmental operations to aid those in your community? This position could be for you! Interested in this job or other employment opportunities with The City? Visit http://bit.ly/QWisHiring

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY - SOLE REJUVENATION FOOT CARE Today's #LoveYourLocalQW Wellness Wednesday highlights new business in the Quinte area - Sole Rejuvenation Foot Care! Offering services where it is most comfortable for you, Sole Rejuvenation Foot Care can come to your home, long-term care facilities, residential facilities and hospitals. Specializing in personalized client-centred foot care plans, RPN Heather Pazder brings her expertise to the people who need it most. To ensur...e the health & safety of the nurse and all clients is protected, extensive COVID-19 protocols are in place, allowing this essential healthcare service to continue providing vital treatments to clients. To learn about treatments, education and necessary referrals, visit www.solerejuvenation.ca or call 289-251-9571.

WE AREN'T KITTEN - FAMILY LITERACY MONTH KEEPS GETTING BETTER The Quinte West Public Library continues its celebration of Family Literacy Month. This week, our furry friends from the Quinte Animal Hospital join the fun for this week's Storytime reading!

'TIS THE SEASON TO LOVE YOUR LOCAL - THE RED SHARK They say every girl's crazy 'bout a 'shark' dressed man, so make sure the men in your life are outfitted in style this holiday season! Located at 48 Dundas St W, in Trenton, The Red Shark Trenton has what you need to get through the colder months. With a large selection of stylish gloves, scarves and jackets, along with dress clothes and suits, the men in your life are sure to smile when they open up their new favourite piece of apparel this year! Need some help finding the best look? Give them a call at (613) 392-2711. #TisTheSeasonToLoveYourLocal

GET FIT FROM HOME WITH JENN VARDON FITNESS & YOGA Today’s #LoveYourLocalQW Wellness Wednesday comes to us from Jenn Vardon Fitness & Yoga, located at 469 Dundas St. W., Unit 2 in Trenton. Jenn offers online fitness and yoga classes through Zoom Meeting, with minimal equipment required. Jenn’s fitness classes include full-body strength training with short cardio intervals. While staying safe at-home, keep the camaraderie of working out in the gym with fitness activities such as Yoga, which is excellent for beginners or intermediate participants. Other services include program design and personal training at affordable prices. With over 20+ years of experience working in fitness and wellness, Jenn will design a program to suit your needs and goals. To learn more, email Jenn at [email protected] or check her out on social media!

START THE YEAR WITH YOUR HEALTH & WELLNESS IN MIND Outdoor activities are great for both physical and mental health. We want to help you see the need to get outside and enjoy all that makes Quinte West a 'Natural Attraction.' Quinte West's outdoor space gives us so much to love, such as hiking the beautiful trails found in our own backyard at Sager Conservation Area. Located at 30 Golf Course Rd., Sager Conservation Area is the perfect location for those winter hikes along t...he trails, taking in the beautiful scenery and wildlife. Check out the 48-step tower, where you will take in one of the best views in the City, and learn more about the sites you see using the interpretive panels. Learn more about Sager Conservation Area at www.ltc.on.ca/conservation/ca/sager/ #LoveYourLocalQW #NaturalAttraction

QUINTE WEST COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS - JAN. 11, 2021 Quinte West Council met virtually for the first meeting of 2021 last night. Below are the highlights from last night's session. To view the Council meeting in its entirety, visit http://bit.ly/39FO0hd

A MESSAGE FROM QUINTE WEST FIRE/RESCUE AND THE ONTARIO FIRE MARSHAL Jon Pegg, Ontario's Fire Marshal, alerts Ontarians about a safety hazard associated with pilot lights found in particular model gas-fueled fireplaces. Fireplace brands and models with these deficiencies can be found in the TSSA Director's Order, and Health Canada product recalls are identified below. Ontarians who own the impacted appliances should follow the recommendations provided by the TSSA and Health Ca...nada. http://www.healthycanadians.gc.ca//hc-/2014/40177r-eng.php http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert//66774r-eng.php

CONGRATS! YOU'RE ON BAY OF QUINTE'S NICE LIST! Complete your holiday shopping with something from the Bay of Quinte Merch Kiosk at the Quinte Mall! Until Dec. 26 (or until stock runs out - grab it quick as it's flying off the shelves!), the kiosk will be ready to fill your stockings with some incredible BOQ goodies! Check it out during regular mall hours. T-shirts? Onesies? Pins? You name it, they have it!

FANTASY LIGHTING DISPLAYS ARE COMING TO LIFE Volunteer crews are on-site this week in Fraser Park as they begin to assemble this year's Fantasy of Lights display. The Trenton Fantasy of Lights will be live beginning on Sunday, November 29, until the New Year! They're also working hard in Frankford, and that lighting display will begin Saturday, November 28, in the Frankford Tourist Park!

HPE PUBLIC HEALTH DISCOURAGES NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL Hastings Prince Edward Public Health encourages residents to remain diligent with their efforts to practice public health protocols and consider additional changes to their travel and social habits by avoiding travel to other regions unless absolutely necessary. Reduce their number of high-risk contacts by avoiding the 3 C's: closed spaces with poor ventilation; crowded places; and close contact where you can't practice phy...sical distancing. Questions about COVID-19 or this new recommendation can be directed to HPE Public Health at hpepublichealth.ca or 613-966-5500.

LEAF AND YARD WASTE COLLECTION CONTINUES AS NORMAL Today's leaf & yard waste collection for the east-side of the river in Trenton is continuing as scheduled. Bags are to be at the curb ready for collection by 7:00 a.m. on collection days. Brush and branches will not be collected curbside.

J'S NOVELTY & BALLOON DEPOT RISES IN QUINTE WEST Mayor Harrison joined the Quinte West Chamber of Commerce and representatives from M.P. Neil Ellis and M.P.P. Todd Smith for the grand opening of J's Novelty & Balloon Depot yesterday, located at 8 Frankford Crescent in Trenton. J's Novelty & Balloon Depot offers a wide variety of balloons, pool floaties, children's toys, and more. This store has a balloon for any special occasion. These products are great for gifts, stocking s...tuffers, and added decor at any special celebration. Free delivery in Trenton & Belleville is available! For info on products and hours, check them out online at www.balloonboy.ca.

ENJOY THE CP HOLIDAY TRAIN CONCERT FROM HOME Did you visit the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train concert as a family tradition? This year, the CP Holiday Train will be holding a virtual show featuring performances from Serena Ryder, The Trews and more! CP's 2020 "Holiday Train at Home" concert will stream on CP's Facebook page today at 8 p.m. here facebook.com/canadian.pacific. An archived version of the show will remain on the page for later viewing. CP will also be donating $1.24 million this year to 201 food banks in communities that ordinarily host CP Holiday Train events.

DAY 8 OF 12 DAYS OF HOLIDAY FIRE SAFETY WHEN YOU GO OUT, BLOW OUT! Remember to blow out candles before leaving the room or going to bed. Keep lit candles safely away from children and pets and anything that can burn, such as curtains, furniture, or holiday decorations.

MORE BUSINESSES RECEIVE DIGITAL MAIN STREET FUNDING We are excited to announce that more Quinte West businesses have recently received the $2,500 Digital Main Street Transformational Grant. This grant is offered through the Trenton Downtown Business Improvement Area in partnership with The City and the Quinte West Chamber of Commerce. Studio B, Fearless Wellness Centre & Blush Floral join the list of Quinte West businesses to receive this funding. ... Through the funding, the Digital Service Squad offers one-on-one assistance for businesses to develop or enhance their web and social media presence. Keep an eye out for more announcements soon!

WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS BEGIN DECEMBER 1 Winter parking / overnight parking restrictions are in effect from December 1, 2020 - March 31, 2021. Snowplow operators plow City streets back to the curb, but obstructions such as parked cars make this impossible. Parking is prohibited on all city streets, roads and municipal lots between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. during this time. Violating these restrictions can result in fines.

WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK Did you know that the City has a community engagement website that we use to get residents' feedback on speed reviews, park upgrades, development charges, etc.? Any time public feedback is encouraged on a project, we try and provide the most convenient way for you to leave your comments. We update with new surveys regularly. To view the current ongoing engagement surveys, check out https://getinvolved.quintewest.ca/.

WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CHARGES The City of Quinte West is currently undertaking a Development Charge Background Study to determine what additional capital related infrastructure will be needed based on forecasted growth. To view a draft of this study and provide comment, visit https://getinvolved.quintewest.ca/development-charges Comments will be received online until Oct. 21, reviewed by staff and could be presented at the Nov. 4th Public Meeting.

WATER METER REPLACEMENT RESUMES Some Quinte West residents can expect to get a Neptune Technology Group letter as the City resumes its work replacing and upgrading water meters. Neptune will reach out to property owners through the mail if their meters are due for replacement or upgrades. The purpose of this program is to update Quinte West’s water meters and meter reading technologies. The new and upgraded equipment will improve the reliability of the meter reading and billi...ng process. Questions about this process? Find more information here: https://quintewest.site/WaterMeters.

WAC CONSULTING LOOKS AHEAD TO AN ACCESSIBLE FUTURE Mayor Jim Harrison joined the Quinte West Chamber of Commerce and representatives from M.P. Neil Ellis and M.P.P. Todd Smith today to welcome WAC Consulting to the Quinte West Business Community. Owned and operated by Arlene Tinunas and her husband Wade Watts, founder of WFSI Wheelchair Friendly Solutions Inc., offer innovative ideas to provide inclusivity for all and erase some of the barriers faced by wheelchairs. Services... include quality professional drone videography and photography for accessibility audits, inspections, real estate viewings and more. For information on developing multi-year accessibility plans, advanced accessibility training, and cost-effective solutions for inclusivity, contact WAC Consulting at 613-242-6069 or [email protected].

CONTACT HYDRO ONE If you have questions about power outages or any type of Hydro One service, please contact Hydro One directly. Information can be found on their website: https://www.hydroone.com/

HAVE YOUR BUSINESS FEATURED IN OUR UPCOMING HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN We are currently planning our upcoming holiday #LoveYourLocal campaign and are looking for retail businesses in Quinte West to feature! There is no cost to participate. All that's required are 3-4 high-resolution images (jpg or png) displaying your business and a digital copy of your logo (jpg or png).... Questions? Call 613-392-2841 ext. 4416 or email [email protected]. The deadline for inquiries is Dec. 4, 2020.

QUINTE WEST CELEBRATES HALLOWEEN VIRTUALLY This month, Quinte West is offering some hair-raising Halloween fun for people of all ages. With Halloween celebrations looking very different this year, there are still lots of chances to get into the scary spirit. The City is offering three fun virtual activities over the next few weeks, and encourages all residents to participate! Today, we launch the Halloween Colouring Contest. From Oct. 13 - 28, the Colouring Contest runs for k...ids up to 12 years of age. Show off your creativity by completing our Halloween colouring sheet. To download the colouring sheet and view all contest rules, visit http://quintewest.site/VirtualHalloween. Colouring sheets are also available at Quinte West City Hall and the Frankford Municipal Office. To check out all virtual Halloween content, make sure you join our Quinte West Virtual Halloween event. Details about upcoming contests will be coming soon!

TAKEOUT TUESDAY - PARSONS CAFE & CATERING Today's Takeout Tuesday features Parsons Café and Catering, located at 17 Frankford Crescent in Trenton and open Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Parsons is known for its outstanding breakfast and lunch options, using the best ingredients available. Did you know that Parsons is more than just a breakfast and lunch location? It's also known for its catering. Consider using Parsons the next time you plan a party, corporate event or even... just an office luncheon. For more information, be sure to check out Parsons Cafe & Catering at www.parsonscafe.com. Want to win breakfast or lunch on us? Pop on over to our Instagram, where we have partnered with Parsons Cafe & Catering to give away a gift certificate to the cafe. Breakfast or lunch at Parson's can also help you check off a square on your #LoveYourLocalQW BINGO card!

COUNCIL MEETING TONIGHT Join us tonight at 6:30 p.m. for Quinte West Council. The meeting will happen virtually, as Councillors and staff continue to practice physical distancing. Tune into the virtual meeting here: http://bit.ly/LiveQWCouncil ... Tonight's agenda: https://bit.ly/3pAFCXp See more

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO - COVID-19 ASSESSMENT CENTRE TRAFFIC UPDATE Beginning this morning, Quinte Health Care is asking all residents visiting the Trenton COVID-19 Assessment Centre at the Duncan McDonald Memorial Community Gardens to enter Centennial Park from Bay Street onto Couch Crescent (see map in the post below). All residents should be making appointments before driving to the assessment centre. Call (613) 961-5544 or pre-register online at https://bit.ly/3cM5BVS to make an appointment.

MAKER MONDAY - MIRMIL PRODUCTS Today's Maker Monday highlights another manufacturer that is making an impact across the globe, but resides right here in Quinte West - Mirmil Products. Mirmil Caters works in multiple millwork fields and has established itself as one of the leading architectural millwork companies in North America. ... Does a career with Mirmil interest you? Contact them today at (613) 394-1022 or visit their website https://www.mirmil.ca/ for a full listing of career opportunities.

FRANKFORD YARD WASTE DEPOT HOLIDAY HOURS The Frankford Yard Waste Depot (1850 Fish & Game Club Rd.) will hold the following hours for this Thanksgiving Weekend: - Saturday, Oct. 10: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.... - Monday, Oct. 12: CLOSED We apologize for any inconvenience.

SMALL BUSINESS SUNDAY - LA CULTURA SALUMI INC. Today we celebrate Small Business Sunday by highlighting La Cultura Salumi, located at 842 Hamilton Rd. La Cultura Salumi Inc. is a Canadian, modern dry-ageing meat plant that employes Italian artisanal techniques. They make their products using Italian recipes, high-quality spices and local wines to produce delicious, healthy, low sodium products. Follow them on Facebook, and be sure to check them out on their website https://laculturasalumi.com/. #LoveYourLocalQW.

STAND-OUT SATURDAY - TIM HORTON’S Today's Standout Saturday features our Tim Hortons in Quinte West, owned and operated by Doug & Josephine Robertson. The Robertson's have been in business in Quinte West for twenty-five years, employing an average of 300 employees between all their locations in Quinte West, Campbellford and Brighton. Tim Horton's invests in our community through charitable work and support groups, including minor sports, Quinte Humane Society, Santa Claus P...arade, Trenton Care & Share Food Bank, Coats for Kids, and the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation. This year alone, their Smile Cookie days in September raised over $39,000 towards Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation. In addition to the many local donations, Tim Horton's also sends twelve local kids yearly to a leadership camp with funds raised through Camp Day. We are thankful for the Robertson's and staff at Tim Horton's; without businesses like this, we wouldn't be the community we are today. We #LoveYourLocalQW! Do you?

DAYTRIP FRIDAY - A NATURAL ATTRACTION For this week's DAYTRIP FRIDAY, we challenge residents to explore what makes Quinte West 'A Natural Attraction'. Join us as we visit Crews Country Market, the historic Trent-Severn Waterway Lock one and the Sager Tower at the Sager Conservation Area! All stops on this trip can help YOU check off squares on your #LOVEYOURLOCALQW BINGO Card!

BE CAUTIOUS THIS THANKSGIVING WEEKEND Hastings Prince Edward Public Health is reminding residents to celebrate this Thanksgiving weekend with members of your household. If you have any questions related to COVID-19 safety around this holiday weekend, please call HPE Public Health directly at 613-966-5500.

DONATING BLOOD CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE October is a time to give thanks, and now, you can give blood! Research indicates COVID-19 is not transmitted by blood or blood products. If you are in good overall health, please consider booking an appointment to donate blood on Oct. 16, 2020, at Heroes Landing (57 Stella Crescent).... Currently, the event has 23 open appointment times available. There are numerous ways that you can make an appointment to donate blood, call 1-888 2DONATE (236-6283), book online at blood.ca or download the 'GIVEBLOOD' app. Appointments are mandatory!

REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR SMOKE ALARMS Did you know that Smoke Alarms have an expiration date? Join Fire Prevention Officer Sarah Scott as she shares with us how to check your smoke alarm and why working smoke alarms are essential during Fire Prevention Week!

THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY - TRENTON CARE & SHARE FOOD BANK AND FRANKFORD FOOD PANTRY With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we shout out to our friends at the Trenton Care & Share Food Bank and the Frankford Food Pantry for today's Thoughtful Thursday. Despite COVID-19, these two food banks continue to operate and serve those in need. Consider donating this season either during regular operating hours at each location or at stores such as Metro, Your Independent Grocer Independ...ent and FreshCo. Monetary donations are also accepted at each location and go a long way. To learn more about these food banks and their current needs, give them a call! Frankford Food Pantry:613-398-7681 https://frankfordfoodpantry.wixsite.com/1112 Trenton Care & Share Food Bank: 613-394-5551 https://trentonfoodbank.ca/. Donating to these foodbanks can help you check off a square on your #LoveYourLocalQW BINGO card!

MAKE SAFE CHOICES WHEN PUTTING OUT RECYCLING Quinte Waste Solutions is reminding residents that if you are self-isolating for 14 days to either store recyclables until the isolation period has ended or carefully place all material into garbage bags and utilize their regular garbage collection day for disposal. ... The Material Recovery Facility at 270 West Street, Trenton, is open for public use (depot only). Do not use the depot if you are feeling unwell, have COVID-19 or if you have been in contact with someone with COVID-19. The following protocols are in place: All visitors will be asked to wait outside if there is already someone in the reception area. All transactions for purchasing of blue boxes or backyard composts will be completed by DEBIT ONLY. No cash will be accepted. For more information, visit the Quinte Waste Solutions website quinterecycling.org.