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.
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...
Blas Villagomez: Bolivia
Blas Villagomez is from Bolivia and has lived in Canada for three years, all of them here, in the Bay of Quinte region. He is a visual artist and illustrator...
Yuliia Bondar: Ukraine
Yuliia Bondar and her family moved to Canada from Ukraine in 2022. When they arrived in their new country, QUIS was there to ease their transition. “QUIS provided me with...
Tony Van: An Entrepreneurial Story
If you are looking for VIP service, check out VIP Nails in Belleville! This salon, known for its friendly staff and professional work is owned by Tony Van, a Canadian...