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2025 - 03 - 04 - WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT - WATER SAFETY - INLAND LAKES AND RIVERS

Posted on Tuesday, March 04, 2025 12:13 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
March 4, 2025

QUINTE CONSERVATION ISSUES A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT - WATER SAFETY DUE TO ANTICIPATED LARGE AMOUNTS OF RAINFALL

Weather forecasts for the Quinte Conservation Watershed over the next few days predict 30-35 mm of rainfall in the southern portions of the watershed and Prince Edward County. Areas north of Hwy 7 are expected to receive 20-25 mm of rainfall.

Runoff from rain and snowmelt will create a rise in water levels on small creeks. Nuisance flooding is...

Quinte Conservation Starts 2025 with a New Chair

Posted on Friday, February 21, 2025 03:21 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 21, 2025

QUINTE CONSERVATION STARTS 2025 WITH A NEW CHAIR

Quinte Conservation (QC) has appointed City of Quinte West Councillor Don Kuntze as Chair of the Executive Board during the first Executive Board Meeting of 2025 on February 20. Councillor Kuntze will serve a two-year term, leading the board through 2025 and 2026.

Additionally, City of Belleville Councillor Chris Malette was re-elected as Vice Chair during the meeting. Councillor Malette previously served as...





2025 - 02 -14 - Seedy Saturday

Posted on Friday, February 14, 2025 11:00 AM

Friday, Feb. 14, 2025

Media Release

First Annual Seedy Saturday

BELLEVILLE – The City of Belleville’s Green Task Force committee is partnering with Seeds of Diversity Canada, The Belleville Garden Club and Quinte Conservation on Belleville’s first annual Seedy Saturday event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 1 at Centennial High School (180 Palmer Rd.).

Everyone is welcome to attend this exciting community gardening event. Come and learn urban gardening techniques so you can grow your...

2024 - 11 - 06 Adopt an Acre

Posted on Wednesday, November 06, 2024 12:23 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
November 6, 2024

BEAVER MEADOW CA TO BENEFIT FROM QUINTE CONSERVATION’S ADOPT AN ACRE FUNDRAISER

Quinte Conservation (QC) is thrilled to announce the launch of its annual Adopt An Acre campaign, encouraging the public to support Beaver Meadow Conservation Area in Prince Edward County.

“Beaver Meadow Conservation Area is a true hidden gem. The property has an interesting history, and from an ecological standpoint, it offers a fascinating view into how a naturalized area can...

2024 - 10 - 30 - S. Potter's Creek CA Closure for Upgrades

Posted on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 03:14 PM

Update: South Potter's Creek closure extended to November 12.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
October 30, 2024

SOUTH POTTER’S CREEK CONSERVATION AREA CLOSED NOVEMBER 4th – 8th FOR UPGRADES AND MAINTENANCE

 Picture Perfect Landscaping Quinte Ltd. has made a substantial donation to the services needed for upgrades and maintenance work to be completed at South Potter’s Creek Conservation Area the week of November 4th - 8th. During the maintenance period, the area will be closed to the public. The closure will be...