Moving to Prince Edward County
My move to Prince Edward County was never meant to be permanent. It started as a practical decision, a chance to live with my parents while they built their home and to gain insight into that process from the ground up. I was curious about the details behind a build, the timelines, the decisions, and everything that goes into creating a home. At the same time, I was continuing my real estate courses, so it felt like a natural environment to learn in.
What I expected to be a temporary chapter quickly became something much more.
While living in the County, I started serving wine at Closson Chase Vineyards. At the time, I had no background in the wine industry. I simply saw it as an opportunity to work, learn something new, and be part of a local business. What I did not expect was how quickly I would become immersed in the community.
It was easy to make connections. Conversations felt natural, and people were open, welcoming, and genuinely interested in what others were building. I was surrounded by individuals who were starting businesses, taking risks, and creating something of their own. What stood out most was the mindset. People encouraged each other, supported one another, and even promoted their competitors. There was a shared understanding that the success of one contributed to the success of the whole.
The level of quality across the County was also something I noticed immediately. The food, the wine, the hospitality, everything felt intentional and elevated, yet still approachable. It created an environment where both visitors and locals wanted to stay, return, and invest their time.
It did not take long for me to recognize that this was a place that was going to grow. There was a clear sense of momentum, driven by people who were willing to take risks and build something different. It felt like a place where anyone, at any stage, could create opportunities for themselves.
As I continued my real estate studies, I started to see the County through a different lens. I saw the potential, not just in the market, but in the lifestyle and the community that supported it. I began to recognize the opportunity to build a career here, in a place that aligned with both how I think and how I want to work.
That perspective shift was reinforced when I took on a marketing role at Closson Chase. What started as a serving position evolved into something more strategic, giving me the opportunity to contribute beyond the tasting room and into how the brand communicates and grows.
Looking back, what was meant to be temporary became foundational. The move gave me insight into building a home, introduced me to an entirely new industry, and connected me to a community that values both quality and collaboration. It also shaped the direction of my career in a way I did not initially expect.
In many ways, this was the point where everything started to come together.
In my next post, I’ll share more about that transition into marketing and how that role further shaped the way I think about business, branding, and growth.