A collection of our stories from the BOQ
June is Pride Month, an annual celebration dedicated to recognizing the contributions and fighting for the rights of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We have three local Pride committees that are gearing up for celebrations in our communities. Keep reading below to find out what’s on in Belleville, Napanee, and Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory for Pride in 2025.
Artist Pat Dubyk started the PEC Barn Quilt Trail in 2013 and has since relocated to Greater Napanee, where she’s starting another trail of these bold, colourful art pieces.
The third route in our series is The Waterways Ride in Greater Napanee. It’s a ride with a few hills that are worth it for the views over the Napanee river, Hay Bay and rolling countryside. The ride follows mostly paved shoulders on main and country roads, so good bike lights and bright clothing are a must. The loop can be done in under two hours.
Throughout the month of June, youth ages 7-18 were invited to submit photos taken of people, places or things during the last year within the Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board’s partner communities of Belleville, Brighton, Greater Napanee, the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte and Quinte West. The contest’s purpose was to encourage artistic development, experimentation and expression among youth and to see how they perceive the world around us, which is often a much different perspective than adults.We were absolutely blown away by the entries—there are some seriously talented youth living in the BoQ!
From Dreaming to Doing Dream, believe, achieve—these five Bay of Quinte entrepreneurial spirits have done all three. This group inspires us with their journeys from dreaming to doing, sharing a little insight into the how
David Yeung An interview with David Yeung of Fool’s Kitchen in Greater Napanee. Briefly describe your business. Fool’s Kitchen is an Asian fusion restaurant in beautiful downtown Napanee. We believe in authenticity in culture and
Are you ready to trek some trails? Start with this short-list of places to take a hike in the Bay of Quinte. (Don’t worry, we’ve got PLENTY more where this came from!)
Oh Snap! Can you believe that these incredible images were captured by students ages 7 to 14? It goes to show that the BoQ is full of budding talents—and a few of them sound beyond
Big things are happening in the Bay of Quinte. The region has long been an attractive destination to live, work and play. Now the interconnected communities are kicking it up a notch for residents and visitors looking for one-of-a-kind experiences. Here’s the proof!
Let’s see what we got!
The Bay of Quinte RMB Land Acknowledgement
The Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board is committed to acknowledging, appreciating and understanding the Indigenous peoples’ historic connection to this land and to raising awareness by building relationships in collaboration with Indigenous partners and communities.
We recognize and acknowledge that we are living and working on the traditional territory of the Wendat, Mississauga, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee which includes the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka (Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte) with whom we work in direct partnership with.
This partnership focuses on the common goal of celebrating the region with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka who are equal partners within the organization and at the Board of Directors table contributing to the mandate and operations.
This mandate includes listening to, learning from, and collaborating with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka and actively incorporating their culture and heritage into the practice of responsible destination marketing and management of the region.
We understand that this land acknowledgement is only a small step towards the larger process of reparations and reconciliation.
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