John Hatch, Prince Edward County OPP

Staff Sergeant John Hatch of the Prince Edward County OPP shares that the detachment has a long history of partnering with Community Living Prince Edward.

In fact, since 2016, Luke Flynn has worked with the local OPP. John notes “Luke is an essential member of the OPP Prince Edward team. In fact, he runs his own car washing business in the OPP garage.”

“Luke is a great asset for the OPP PEC and a fantastic example of how Community Living Prince Edward inspires possibilities for people living with intellectual disabilities. ... Read More

Sabrina Hudson, The HUB Child & Family Centre

Sabrina Hudson with The HUB Child & Family Centre advises that building relationships and helping families by delivering many programs for children and families is a shared focus with the Community Living Prince Edward team.                                                                                       
Sabrina notes, “The HUB is focused on growing healthy families in Prince Edward County. With two licensed childcare centers - one at Massassaga-Rednersville School and another at 10 McFarland Court in Picton - the organization has served the County since 1989. ... Read More

Joyce Wade & Mike Flynn, Volunteers

Joyce Wade and Mike Flynn retired to Prince Edward County in 2012. Soon after their move - and as a direct result of their long-standing connection with Community Living Peterborough - they reached out to Community Living Prince Edward to seek some support for their son Luke.

After finding Luke an apartment in Picton, Joyce and Mike knew that Community Living’s Supported Independent Living resources would be an ideal fit for their son. Joyce explains, “Having access to additional support has made all the difference. While Luke doesn’t need a lot of support, he greatly benefits from living independently with some assistance.” ... Read More

Sydney Kerr, Career Edge - Youth Habilitation Quinte

Sydney Kerr of Career Edge Picton confirms that partnering with Community Living Prince Edward is making a world of difference in many people’s lives.

The two organizations have worked together for more than a decade. Base 31, Giant Tiger, Tim Horton’s, and Home Hardware are just a few local employers that have hired staff because of this collaborative partnership. ... Read More

Jared Hartley, Hartley's Tavern - Employer

Together with his parents Jim and Janine, Jared Hartley opened Hartleys Tavern at 19 Elizabeth Street in Picton in 2017. From produce and protein to wine and beer, showcasing Prince Edward County’s unique terroir and high quality service have made Hartley’s a local fine dining favourite.

In 2023, Jared was on the hunt for some local ingredients for the restaurant when he happened to meet Hudson Yarrow at a local coffee shop. The two chatted and Hudson’s keen interest in working in the culinary industry was clearly apparent. Jared recalls...  Read More

Evan Nash, Wellington Home Hardware - Supplier and Supporter

Conveniently located on Main Street, Wellington Home Hardware is an old-fashioned, small town hardware store. Owner/operator Evan Nash proudly shares, “We are family owned and have proudly served DIYs and professionals alike in Wellington and throughout Prince Edward County since 1905.”

For more than three decades, Wellington Home Hardware has also been the County’s largest supplier of major appliances. Evan notes, “Our appliance business is much larger than it would seem from our small store. From inexpensive, basic appliances to top of the line luxury appliances from the best brands, we carry a wide variety of brands and price points and offer unbeatable delivery services.”  It was because of this specialization that the business became a key supplier to Community Living Prince Edward. Evan recalls... Read More