By community. For community.
Join the conversation to help PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY
become a better place to LIVE, WORK and THRIVE
through the process of …



Meaningful and focused community conversations to safely share diverse perspectives.

Evaluation of assets and opportunities within the community, whether natural, built, ideas, skills or otherwise.

Strengthening PEC’s skills, resources. and resilience to thrive in a fast-changing world.

Development of community-led plans that reflect the aspirations and values of residents.

What is THRIVE Prince Edward County?

THRIVE is a community-led development of a collaborative vision for the future of Prince Edward County.
The discovery process asks the fundamental questions:

  • What do we want our community to be in 10 years time?

  • How can individuals, community organizations and businesses in PEC come together to co-create and action this vision?

Process questions:

  • What do we have?
  • What do we love?
  • What would we miss?
  • What are we collaboratively going to do about it?

    • WHY is THRIVE needed?

    Prince Edward County is facing pressing issues including:

    Emerging from COVID-19 Alleviating the housing crisis Decreasing the disparity between “haves” and “have nots” Easing dissension and frustration among residents and businesses Adapting to changing demographics Diversifying and strengthening our economy Attracting and retaining capital investment Preparing for the future

    These are complex issues that require input from diverse groups, businesses and citizens. It’s not something that community groups can tackle by themselves. Nor is it something that local businesses can take on by themselves. Nor is it the responsibility of the municipality alone. We all need to work together.

    “There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about.” – Margaret J. Wheatley

    WHEN can I get involved with THRIVE?

    Join us for the Affordable Housing Community Series in January and February 2023. The Community Symposium is taking place Saturday, March 25th, 2023. Community sessions will continue throughout 2023. Help create the future of our community – join the conversation.



    Since July 2021, Prince Edward County representatives have been preparing for this process through participation in a national community economies pilot. The pilot allowed PEC to access world-renowned experts in the topics of community engagement, financing, collaboration and data.

    Updates

    THRIVE partners:

    THRIVE founding organizations represent the pillars of community, business and municipal government.

    Vision: Working together to build a place where everyone belongs and all can thrive.

    A community-focused social enterprise that encourages local economic development and diversification through impact investing.

    Prince Edward County is a single tier municipality.

    THRIVE supporters and advisors:

    THRIVE PEC is grateful for the expertise and resources provided through these organizations:

    Contributing to a prosperous and diverse business community in PEC

    Relentlessly pursuing a future where everyone belongs

    Social businesses in service of the local community

    Our mission is to ensure Canada builds vibrant, equitable, liveable and resilient cities.

    World-renowned centre of excellence in community-based development and leadership

    One of Canada’s leading innovation and comprehensive postsecondary institutions

    The Canadian provider of enterprise geographic information system solutions