Vital Signs Data
Vital Updates
Vital Updates
- Health Benefits of Social Connections (co-presented with Community Care for Seniors)
- Feb 24 to Wellington on the Lake
- April 15 to Picton Rotary
- Social Infrastructure - Access and Gaps - May 5 to the Accessibility Advisory Committee
Recipients of the Vital Impact Fund
January 22/25 - The County Foundation is pleased to celebrate the recipients of the inaugural Vital Impact Fund.
The Vital Impact Fund was established by The County Foundation in 2024 as a new signature fund that unites the work of our Vital Signs data collection and our grant programs to better serve the needs of the Prince Edward County community. Learn more »
Announcing the Vital Impact Fund
October 15/24 - The County Foundation is thrilled to announce our new signature fund, the Vital Impact Fund, bringing together the work of our Vital Signs data and our grants to better serve the needs of the Prince Edward County community.
There will be approximately $200K in grant funding available annually for initiatives focused on addressing the key issues of Vital Signs. Learn more »
Video: A Community Foundation is a powerful thing
October 15/24 - Coordinated by our National Network Community Foundations of Canada, The County Foundation and Vital Signs was 1 of 2 communities highlighted across the Nation. View the video »
Vital Signs 2024 Report
October 15/24 - The 2024 Vital Signs® report "Navigating Change: A decade of Vital Signs" reflects on the past decade, highlights emerging priorities, and anticipates future challenges. View the report »
The report was covered in the local media:
Community Engagement in 2024
In 2024, Vital Signs is focused on engaging with key community initiatives, including:
- Community Benefits Network: The Community Benefits Network is a group of local businesses, organizations, and individuals dedicated to ensuring that new developments positively impact the community.
- Poverty Roundtable: The PEC Poverty Roundtable, launched in November 2023, is a group of dedicated individuals collaborating to support those struggling to meet basic needs such as housing, food, and dignity in Prince Edward County.
- Community Safety & Well-being Action Teams for Housing and Mental Health & Problematic Substance Use
Additional efforts include:
- Highlighting the Health Benefits of Social Involvement through public presentations in collaboration with Community Care for Seniors.
- Exploring Alternative Housing Solutions: Gauging community interest in housing options like home-sharing and supporting municipal funding applications to expand housing availability.
- Hosting a Learning & Collaboration Session with Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na Language and Cultural Centre in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
- Supporting the Business Retention & Expansion survey, the Environmental Fair, the Seniors Active Living Fair, and "Spirit of the Season: Wellington on the Lake Gives Back."
Geomapping Project
March 2024 - Vital Signs is collaborating with Fleming College in the development of a geoportal (geographic mapping system). GIS (geographic information systems) link data with maps/locations, providing a more holistic perspective of what and where. GIS can aid in better decision-making and the strategic allocation of resources to areas where they'll have the most impact. View the demo hub.
