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Base31 and Habitat for Humanity Prince Edward-Hastings announce plans to advance affordable homeownership in Prince Edward County

Partnership launches with affordable homeownership townhouses planned for Hilltop Village at Base31

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Base31 Expands Its Public Art Program with the Launch of the Art Walk, a Collaboration between B31 District and Oeno Gallery

Where History Meets Contemporary Canadian Art

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Understanding the Base31 Community Association

As Base31 continues to grow and evolve, we believe it is important to keep the broader community informed and provide clear, accessible information about the Community Association and its role in Base31’s long-term development. The following information explains why the Community Association was created, how it will operate and what it means for Base31 and the broader Prince Edward County community.

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Five years in, Base31 builds on momentum, unveils plans for next chapter in Prince Edward County

The historic Prince Edward Country destination expands community-focused plans, highlighting Base Living housing initiatives and expanding B31 District as a County cultural hub 

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Continuing the Evolution of Base31

As Base31 continues to evolve, we remain focused on strengthening the places where our community gathers. In the coming weeks, the northwest quadrant of the District will undergo a transformation—shaping it into a more flexible, cohesive, and welcoming part of the site.

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Bringing Spaces Back to Life at Base31

At Base31, our commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging spaces for families and the community continues to guide everything we do. Over the past year, our Sensory Garden, Aviators Garden, and surrounding areas have undergone significant remediation and revitalization, and we are excited to share the progress made so far.

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A New Chapter for the Moir House: Honouring Its Legacy

For more than 80 years, Building 42 has stood as a quiet witness to history—first as the epicentre of morale-boosting social activity for young airmen during World War II, later as a family home, and now as a vibrant gathering space for the local community and visitors alike.

History & Heritage

Lancaster Bomber KB 882 Restoration Project on the Move

The National Air Force Museum of Canada and Base31 are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership celebrating Lancaster KB 882. Beginning March 18, 2024,  the first phase of this partnership will see the NAFMC transporting retired Royal Canadian Air Force Lancaster KB 882 to Base31 in Picton, Ontario.

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Base31 and Habitat for Humanity Prince Edward-Hastings announce plans to advance affordable homeownership in Prince Edward County

Partnership launches with affordable homeownership townhouses planned for Hilltop Village at Base31

Latest

Community & Inclusion

Sustainability & Future Living

Base31 Expands Its Public Art Program with the Launch of the Art Walk, a Collaboration between B31 District and Oeno Gallery

Where History Meets Contemporary Canadian Art

Latest

Arts & Culture

Understanding the Base31 Community Association

As Base31 continues to grow and evolve, we believe it is important to keep the broader community informed and provide clear, accessible information about the Community Association and its role in Base31’s long-term development. The following information explains why the Community Association was created, how it will operate and what it means for Base31 and the broader Prince Edward County community.

Sustainability & Future Living

Latest

Five years in, Base31 builds on momentum, unveils plans for next chapter in Prince Edward County

The historic Prince Edward Country destination expands community-focused plans, highlighting Base Living housing initiatives and expanding B31 District as a County cultural hub 

Sustainability & Future Living

Latest

Continuing the Evolution of Base31

As Base31 continues to evolve, we remain focused on strengthening the places where our community gathers. In the coming weeks, the northwest quadrant of the District will undergo a transformation—shaping it into a more flexible, cohesive, and welcoming part of the site.

Sustainability & Future Living

Bringing Spaces Back to Life at Base31

At Base31, our commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging spaces for families and the community continues to guide everything we do. Over the past year, our Sensory Garden, Aviators Garden, and surrounding areas have undergone significant remediation and revitalization, and we are excited to share the progress made so far.

Sustainability & Future Living

A New Chapter for the Moir House: Honouring Its Legacy

For more than 80 years, Building 42 has stood as a quiet witness to history—first as the epicentre of morale-boosting social activity for young airmen during World War II, later as a family home, and now as a vibrant gathering space for the local community and visitors alike.

History & Heritage

Lancaster Bomber KB 882 Restoration Project on the Move

The National Air Force Museum of Canada and Base31 are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership celebrating Lancaster KB 882. Beginning March 18, 2024,  the first phase of this partnership will see the NAFMC transporting retired Royal Canadian Air Force Lancaster KB 882 to Base31 in Picton, Ontario.

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Envisioning life at Base31, a people-first community built with intention in Prince Edward County

Front porches instead of garage doors. Live music down the street. At Base Living, life unfolds on both sides of the front door

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A New Way to Live in Prince Edward County

A historic site in Ontario’s Prince Edward County is entering a new chapter — one designed around the way people want to live today. Set within Base31, Base Living brings a new residential community to one of the County’s most distinctive destinations, connecting thoughtfully designed homes with trails, green spaces, arts, culture and year-round experiences.

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Wine country’s answer to RBC Amphitheatre has Ontario’s top chefs behind the scenes

Residential construction is to begin this year for Base 31’s Hilltop development at the corner of Kingsley Road and County Road 22. The area is formerly known as Loch Sloy Business Park and Airport, ‘The Heights’ and home of the Royal Airforce’s No. 31 Bombing and Gunnery School.

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Base31’s Hilltop housing to begin construction this year, first with apartments

Residential construction is to begin this year for Base 31’s Hilltop development at the corner of Kingsley Road and County Road 22. The area is formerly known as Loch Sloy Business Park and Airport, ‘The Heights’ and home of the Royal Airforce’s No. 31 Bombing and Gunnery School.

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New GM at Base31: If her track record is anything to go by, the whole County is about to be activated

New General Manager of the Revitalization District Tammy Sweeney’s mandate is “to engage, activate, and integrate the Base into the larger community.”

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Base31 Starts Living: Room at the Top

It is both out of time and oversize. A 70-acre Revitalization District of 40 or so former military barracks, offices, and aircraft hangars set within a vast, 750-acre development site.

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How to Have a Perfect Summer Weekend in Prince Edward County

For many Torontonians, there’s no better weekend escape than a few leisurely days in Prince Edward County. The beloved destination has earned its reputation for exceptional wineries, destination-worthy restaurants, a thriving arts community and warm hospitality. Just a (relatively) easy two-hour drive from the city, it feels worlds away from Toronto’s pace. After several challenging years for its tourism and hospitality industry during and after the pandemic, The County is once again buzzing with energy. In fact, so many Torontonians have traded weekend visits for permanent addresses in recent years that the region feels livelier than ever.

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Angine de Poitrine's Anglo-Canadian Debut at Picton's WWII Airbase Was a Heritage Minute in the Making

There was a time, perhaps not all that long ago, when fart jokes seemed to you universally funny. Part of the magic of Angine de Poitrine is the return to this however-far-gone (I'm not here to judge) state of simple understanding. In a world where everything is overwhelmingly complex, this we know to be true: microtonal math rock played by two anonymous Quebecois dudes in masks with papier-mâché noses is fun and, crucially, good.

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Base31 in Prince Edward County: A unique foundation for food and fun

The Commissary at former military camp Base31 will be your favourite hangout this summer. This seasonal eatery brings together multiple kitchens offering food and drink in a casual, fun outdoor gathering place of shared tables, colourful murals and live music.

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Take It Outside

The Commissary at former military camp Base31 will be your favourite hangout this summer. This seasonal eatery brings together multiple kitchens offering food and drink in a casual, fun outdoor gathering place of shared tables, colourful murals and live music.

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