City Of Quinte West

06/01/2026

JUNE IS PRIDE MONTH 🏳‍🌈

June 1 marks the beginning of Pride Month and Pride Season, when 2SLGBTQI+ communities and allies come together to spotlight the resilience, celebrate the talent and recognize the contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

This afternoon, the City of Quinte West Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee, alongside the Mayor and Council, proudly raised the Pride flag at City Hall to officially kick off Pride Month.

Quinte West welcomes, embraces and supports all residents who are members of the LGBTQ2SIA+ community.

Find out more about Pride Month, resources and events at getinvolved.quintewest.ca.

06/01/2026

JUNE IS NATIONAL INDIGENOUS HISTORY MONTH 🧡🪶

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It's a time to honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to impact the evolving Canada.

The City of Quinte West is committed to continuing to strengthen its relationships and understanding between non-Indigenous and Indigenous peoples.

Find out more about resources and local initiatives celebrating the Indigenous history across Quinte West at getinvolved.quintewest.ca.

05/31/2026

HYDRANT FLUSHING - JUNE 1 - 12 💧

Hydrant flushing continues this week.

💦 Area #5
📅 June 1 - 12
📍 Trenton west side of Trent River, north of CP railroad bridge, including all of Telephone Road

Flushing will be carried out daily from 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday to Thursday and 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. on Fridays.

Hydrant flushing ensures proper flows for firefighting and improves water quality by flushing pipes with fresh water. Sediment in the mains can be stirred up briefly during this process, causing dirty water. If this occurs, please run your tap until it clears.

Learn more: quintewest.ca/HydrantFlushing

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

JOIN OUR TEAM

The City of Quinte West is hiring various positions, including:

📝 Deputy City Clerk and Accessibility Coordinator
👷‍♂️ Plans Examiner/Building Inspector (18 month contract), Building Services
🧾 Supervisor of Accounting (18 Month Contract)
🚰 Water Treatment Plant Operator Class 1 (Contract)
🧹 Seasonal Custodian, Facilities
🚸 Casual Crossing Guard
🚒 Volunteer Firefighter (Paid)

Learn more about available job opportunities and apply at quintewest.ca/jobs.

05/28/2026

GET READY TO SERVE UP SOME SUMMER FUN 🏓

Drop-in indoor pickleball returns to the Trenton and Frankford arenas starting Monday, June 1! Rain or shine, indoor pickleball is the perfect way to stay moving this summer.

Here's the summer 2026 indoor pickleball schedule:

📍 Dr. McMullen Recreation Centre (Frankford)
📅 Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
🕒 9 a.m. to noon

📍 Duncan McDonald Arena (Trenton)
📅 Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
🕒 9 a.m. to noon

🤝 This program is offered in cooperation with the John Williams YMCA.

Learn more: quintewest.ca/pickleball

05/27/2026

A JUNE OF CELEBRATION AND REFLECTION 🏳️‍🌈🧡

As we prepare to mark both National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month, dive into the wealth of resources available right here in our backyard.

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to recognize the rich history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. National Indigenous Peoples Day is June 21.

Learn more at getinvolved.quintewest.ca/indigenous-history-month.

June is Pride Month, marking the beginning of Pride Season. Pride Season refers to the Pride events that take place over the summer when 2SLGBTQI+ communities and allies come together to spotlight the resilience, celebrate the talent and recognize the contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

Find resources, activities and celebrate Pride in Quinte at getinvolved.quintewest.ca/june-is-pride-month-2025.

05/27/2026

EYES TO THE SKY: SKYHAWKS JUMP ON JUNE 3 👀✈️🪂

The SkyHawks are taking to the skies over Centennial Park on Wednesday, June 3.

📅 Wednesday, June 3
🕒 Those attending are encouraged to arrive at 6:15 p.m., with the jump scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
📍 Centennial Park - near the soccer fields.
🌧️ The demonstration is weather-dependent.

Don’t miss this exciting aerial show and tag your friends below!

05/26/2026

INTERIM PROPERTY TAX SECOND INSTALLMENT DUE MAY 28 📅

Quinte West property owners are reminded that the second installment of the 2026 interim property tax bill is due May 28, 2026.

The City offers the following methods to pay your property tax bill:

💻 Online/Telephone banking - Add "Quinte West Tax" as a payee and use your roll number as the account number. Recommended to pay by: May 26, 2026.
🏦 In-person or secure drop box - Visit the second floor of City Hall or the Frankford Municipal Office (cash, cheque, or debit), or drop a cheque in the secure 24/7 boxes.
✉️ By mail - Send a cheque to Quinte West City Hall (7 Creswell Dr., Trenton, K8V 5R6).

Learn more about payment methods, pre-authorized programs and how to view your tax account details at quintewest.ca/taxes.

05/26/2026

TRENTON KIN CLUB CARNIVAL THIS WEEKEND 🎠🎟️🍭

The Trenton Kin Club Carnival (formerly 'Kinsmen Carnival') is back in town from Thursday, May 28 to Sunday, May 31 in Centennial Park!

Enjoy rides, games and classic carnival treats beginning at 4 p.m. on Thursday.

More info ⬇️
https://www.campbellamusements.com/calendar/event-trenton-2026