Welcome home
Discover the different cultures, beautiful nature, and many opportunities waiting for you in the Bay of Quinte. From good schools and hospitals to jobs and a friendly community, you will find everything you need to make a happy life here.
If at any point you need help with the process of orientation and settlement in the Bay of Quinte region contact Quinte Immigration Services.
Communities on the map
The map below shows where the communities are compared to each other and distances to the closest major cities.
Real stories from newcomers
Newcomers from around the world have found their perfect home in the Bay of Quinte region—and this is where they want to stay! Read through some of the stories of the people who have chosen to make this region their home and why.
Littlejohn Farm: Agriculture & Culinary Experiences in PEC
Luhana Littlejohn, originally from Brazil, and her husband Zach bought a farm in rural Prince Edward County, where they offer sustainable agriculture and culinary experiences. Their goal is to connect...
Katsiaryna Austin: Belarus
Katsiaryna Austin is a designer and design teacher from Belarus. In September 2023, Katsiaryna flew to Canada under the spousal sponsorship program to reunite with her husband and begin building...
Subia Mahmood: Pakistan
When Subia Mahmood arrived in Belleville from Pakistan, she was full of questions. “For newcomers, the initial period of transition from their home country to Canada can be full of...
Beatrice Muriithi: Kenya
Beatrice Muriithi is an internationally educated critical care nurse from Kenya who arrived to Quinte Health and joined the ICU team in December 2023. She was drawn to Canada for...