Living in WOTL
This section is your comprehensive guide to the vibrant lifestyle offered by our picturesque adult community. Nestled along the shores of Lake Ontario in the charming village of Wellington, Prince Edward County, Wellington on the Lake is more than just a place to reside – it’s a haven of tranquility and community spirit. Explore the attractions that make our locale unique, from scenic parks to cultural hotspots.
Helpful Numbers and Links
| Health 811 | 811 |
| Picton Hospital | 613-476-1008 |
| Belleville Hospital | 613-969-7400 |
| Trenton Hospital | 613-392-2540 |
| Wellington Pharmacy | 613-399-2420 |
| Dental Clinic | 613-399-3900 |
| Lifelabs | 1-877-849-3637 |
| Hydro One Emergency and Power Outage | 1-800-434-1235 |
| Hydro One Admin | 1-800-664-9376 |
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Enbridge Gas Emergency
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1-866-763-5427
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| Water and Sewer 24/7 | 613-969-2029 |
| Frontier Emergency 24/7 | 613-922-5177 |
| Frontier Office | 613-399-3835 |
| Recreation Centre Wall Phone | 613-399-5140 |
| Community Care For Seniors | 613-476-7493 |
| Daimler | 613-848-6490 |
| Wellington Storehouse Foodbank | 613-921-0991 |
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Wellington United Church
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243 Main Street, Wellington 613-399-3708
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St. Andrew’s Anglican Church
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244 Main St., Wellington, 613-399-1774
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Wellington Pentecostal Church
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304 Niles St., Wellington, 613-403-3271
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St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
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7 Church St., Picton, 613-476-6276 stgregoryparish.ca |
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65 Belleville St., Wellington, 613-476-6276. Open only from May (Victoria Day Sunday) until September (Labour Day Sunday); contact St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church.
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Royal Canadian Legion Branch 160
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364 Main St. Wellington, 613-399-1684 ((20+) Facebook) |
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Prince Edward County Lions Club
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Prince Edward County Lions Club (formerly Wellington District Lions Club) – Lions e-Clubhouse |
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Wellington Rotary Club
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Wellington Elks
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11 Dutch Rd., Consecon (613) 399-2681 |
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(Essroc Arena) features an NHL regulation size ice pad, an indoor walking track, open to the public daily (free), and the Highliner Hall. It is home to the Wellington Dukes, a Junior ‘A’ Hockey Club in the Eastern Division of the Ontario Junior Hockey League. 111 Belleville St. Wellington, 613-399-2135. Community Centres & Arenas – Prince Edward County Municipal Services (thecounty.ca) |
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The Wellington Branch at 261 Main St. Wellington, 613-399-2023, is one of six branches in the county, which provide a wide range of materials as well as programs and activities:- Home – Prince Edward County Public Library (peclibrary.org) |
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The Millennium Trail
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is a repurposed abandoned rail line that was converted into a multi-use recreational feature for the enjoyment of County residents and visitors. The approx.. 40 km. trail is popular amongst a wide array of recreational enthusiasts year-round including walkers, joggers, cyclists, ATV riders, horses and riders, mobility devices, snowmobiles, skiers, and snowshoers: pectrails.ca |
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Wellington Beach
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Check the weekly beach report (during the summer months) at:- Weekly Public Beach Report – Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (hpepublichealth.ca) |
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Wellington on the Lake Golf Course
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157 Prince Edward Drive, Wellington, 613-399-2357: http://www.golfwellington.ca |
Around The County
The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association<
PEC GOVERNMENT, SHIRE HALL, ETC. www.thecounty.ca
COUNTY FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/lovethecounty/
PEC EVENTS, TRAVEL & BUSINESS GUIDE http://prince-edward-county.com/
County Transit (On-Demand Bus Service, Book in Advance) 613.392.9640 https://quinteaccess.org/county-transit or info@quinteaccess.org
Welcome to Sandbanks Provincial Park (ontarioparks.com)
Welcome – Bay of Quinte Region
List of numbered roads in Prince Edward County – Wikipedia
NEWSPAPERS: Wellington Times (Wednesdays: pick up outside west side of RC) and Picton Gazette (arrives in mail end of week).
Glenora Ferry Schedule – 613-476-2641
Quinte Waste Solution (free replacement of broken blue box): 270 West St., Trenton www.quinterecycling.org
Prince Edward County Studio Tour (pecstudiotour.com)
Nearby Attractions
Visit https://www.visitthecounty.com/ to know all there is to do in the County, including events and attractions.
Golf? Just steps away: http://www.golfwellington.ca
Wellington; A quaint village with seasonal marketplaces, concerts in the park, restaurants & patios, nearby wineries, arts trail, etc. Check it out: https://www.discoverwellington.ca/
Read all about it: http://www.countylive.ca
Beaches http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/sandbanks, including our very own just down the road https://www.visitthecounty.com/business_listings/wellington-rotary-public-beach/.
County Stage: https://countystage.ca/
Other Helpful Links
Safety Tips for Seniors: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/aging-seniors/publications/publications-general-public/safe-living-guide-a-guide-home-safety-seniors.html
Aging and Chronic Diseases: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/aging-chronic-diseases-profile-canadian-seniors-report.html
Renewal of Driver’s License & Health Card: https://www.ontario.ca/page/renew-drivers-licence?gclid=CjwKCAiA5L2tBhBTEiwAdSxJX6udl8de1ptyIeRxInv8PPKRMiOmA_MrkW-WLLMmiN378ID2rx6RqhoCgagQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Quit Smoking Ontario: https://www.smokershelpline.ca/
MAID (Medical Assistance In Dying): https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/medical-assistance-dying.html
Suicide Prevention Hotline: #988
PET OWNERS ETIQUETTE
- Click here for PET OWNER’S ETIQUETTE GUIDELINES
- Click here for DO YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH SOMEONE’S PET’S BEHAVIOUR?
- Click here for PET WASTE HEALTH RISKS
- Click here for The Prince Edward County By-Law No. 2958-2011 that covers canine laws within The County
MISCELLANEOUS
- Click here for the Locations of First Aid Kits & Safety Equipment at the Recreation Centre
- Click here for an artistic map of Wellington on the Lake
- Click here for hints and tips for Snowbirds who leave their homes vacant for the winter
- Click here for a copy of the ExtendedAbsence.pdf
- Click here some tips to reduce the spread of Coronavirus
Properties For Sale
If you’re considering purchasing any property within our vicinity, look no further! Click the link below to explore available listings in our area and find the perfect property to suit your needs.
Maps
The Wellington on the Lake Residents Association (WOLRA), our website, bi-weekly e-blasts and our monthly ‘Neighbourly News’ work together to ensure all Wellington on the Lake residents feel connected, included and engaged in our community.