Picton Ontario Business Resources

By-laws & Important Documents

Important Recycling Changes for Businesses!

Effective July 17, 2025 curbside recycling for businesses will no longer take place. Please read the below information from The County.

For further information please visit https://www.thecounty.ca/residents/services/garbage-recycling/recycling/blue-box-transition/

Municipal By-Laws from The County of Prince Edward:

The Municipal Act, Sections 204-215, Pertaining to Business Improvement Areas Designate Picton as a Business Improvement Area - BY-LAW NO. 4461-2019

Designate Heritage Conservation District & Heritage Conservation Plan - BY-LAW NO. 3286-2013

Mobile Canteens - BY-LAW NO. 1778-2006

Outdoor Patios - BY-LAW NO. 3372-2014

Retail Operations Permitted on Holidays - BY-LAW NO. 2237-2008

Sidewalk Use for Sales - BY-LAW NO. 332-1999

Signs - BY-LAW NO. 1122-2003 AS AMENDED

Waste Management - BY-LAW NO. 2649-2010

Waste - Fees and Charges

Municipal By-Laws from The County of Prince Edward:

The Municipal Act, Sections 204-215, Pertaining to Business Improvement Areas Designate Picton as a Business Improvement Area - BY-LAW NO. 4461-2019

Designate Heritage Conservation District & Heritage Conservation Plan - BY-LAW NO. 3286-2013

Mobile Canteens - BY-LAW NO. 1778-2006

Outdoor Patios - BY-LAW NO. 3372-2014

Retail Operations Permitted on Holidays - BY-LAW NO. 2237-2008

Sidewalk Use for Sales - BY-LAW NO. 332-1999

Signs - BY-LAW NO. 1122-2003 AS AMENDED

Waste Management - BY-LAW NO. 2649-2010

Waste - Fees and Charges

Partner Organizations

Current Funding Opportunities

Retail Modernization Project Grant (RMPG) (Receive up to $5K in support to adopt and implement digital technologies, hardware and software).
Digital Modernization and Adaptation Plan (DMAP)

Built Heritage Fund (currently closed) - The County Foundation
PEC Arts Fund (currently closed) - The County Foundation
Save-On Energy Retrofit Program

Items to Loan

Tents

The BIA owns two 10'x10' pop up tents that are available to be loaned out. If you have a special event, we are happy to loan you a tent!

Current Funding Opportunities

If your property is located within the Heritage Conservation District, you could receive up to 50% of the costs associated with:

Facade Improvement
Structural Improvement
Heritage Restoration
Interior Rehabilitation
Landscaping & Property Improvement
Signage Improvement

For more information, please contact heritage@pecounty.on.ca

Local Resources

Winter Survival Workshops

The Winter Survival Workshops are administered by The Community Development Department in partnership with The Small Business Centre, Prince Edward/Lennox & Addington Community Futures Development Corporation (PELA CFDC) and the Prince Edward County Chamber of Tourism and Commerce. These partnering organizations identify relevant topics through data compiled by partners as well as agency meetings and client feedback. Workshops are then created to contribute to business knowledge, transformation, performance and growth.

Career Edge

Career Edge provides workshops and training opportunities for employers.

Items to Loan

Tents

The BIA owns 5 10'x10' tents that are available to be loaned out. If you have a special event, we are happy to loan you a tent!

Giant Games

The BIA currently has a giant checkerboard and a giant Connect Four game available to be loaned to members.

Member Information

Am I a member of the BIA?

Any commercial property or tenant of a commercial property within the town boundaries of Picton is automatically a member of the BIA.

What is the purpose of the BIA?

According to The Municipal Act (section 204), the purpose of the BIA is:

(a) to oversee the improvement, beautification and maintenance of municipally-owned land, buildings and structures in the area beyond that provided at the expense of the municipality generally

(b) to promote the area as a business or shopping area

What can the BIA do for me?

The BIA has 5 areas of focus:

1. Advocacy

We advocate to the Municipality in matters relating to the economic development of Picton. Things that affect business owners such as the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, election issues and parking.

2. Membership Assistance

The BIA is a resource for members. If you have questions about the process to install a new sign, heritage, façade improvements, finding funding, or getting assistance with growing your business, we are here to help you find that information, or to direct you to a partner who can help.

3. Streetscaping

All beautification of Main Street is done by the BIA. Summer flower baskets and planters; The Picton Banners on the lamp standards; Seasonal lit décor; Winter baskets and swags. Street furniture also falls under our purview. Each year we budget to grow our inventory to keep Picton looking vibrant and welcoming.

4. Marketing

Keeping in mind that the purpose of the BIA is to promote the area, the BIA produces annual printed material to direct visitors online; Keeps an up-to-date listing of member businesses on experiencepicton.com; Regularly posts on Facebook and Instagram; Runs an annual holiday shopping promotion; And produces several annual signature events and supports partner events that will attract more people to the area – with a focus on the shoulder season months.

5. Finance

The BIA is funded entirely through a levy on the commercial property taxes in the designated area. In addition, the BIA seeks grants and other revenue opportunities to increase its capacity.

The Picton BIA’s 2025 Board of Management:

Dawn Middleton – Chair (The Ye11ow Studio)
Jordan Malka - Vice Chair (Beacon Bike+Brew)
Krystal Campbell - Secretary (Amour and Crowe's Footwear)
Janice Duffy - Treasurer (Serendipity Yoga)
Lenka McGregor (The Soapbox Car Wash)
Tamara Steinborn (Kindred Shop & Studio)
Arlene Wright (Allen Insurance - formerly Williamson's)
Phil St-Jean – Councillor, Picton Ward

To discuss volunteer opportunities or membership in the Picton BIA, contact Executive Director, Mark Rose.

E-mail: info@experiencepicton.com.