See What's Changing. Plan What's Next.
A look at how demographic shifts affect our community — and how data can guide planning.
Through Vital Signs data, this presentation shows why keeping Prince Edward County strong will require welcoming new residents, removing barriers that make it difficult to attract and retain workers, and supporting young families who want to put down roots.
Prince Edward County’s population is no longer sustaining itself. Deaths now outnumber births, and while the pandemic temporarily boosted local numbers—bringing an influx of new residents, including young families—the trend may be reversing once again.
If the pace of newcomers slows, natural aging alone could push the community sharply older by 2054, with nearly 44% of residents over the age of 65. That shift would place growing strain on healthcare and home-care systems at the very moment the local workforce and tax base continue to shrink. Fewer working-age adults would mean fewer employees to keep essential services running, and fewer young families to support schools and future growth.
Change isn’t always easy—some residents may be wary—but many recognize that openness to new people and new ideas is essential to maintaining a vibrant, resilient, and sustainable community.
This presentation was prepared in collaboration with the Prince Edward County Community Safety & Well-being Plan.
