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A union member walks with a protest sign outside Loyalist College during protests in September. Editorial photography for The Globe and Mail by David LeClair.

A group of protesters walk the line outside of Loyalist College in Belleville. Editorial photography for The Globe and Mail by David LeClair

College support faculty from the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) 421, picket in Belleville on the property line of Loyalist College. Tuesday, September 23, 2025. DAVID LECLAIR / THE GLOBE AND MAIL.

Documenting the OPSEU support staff picket line at Loyalist College in Belleville. This image demonstrates the ability to execute sensitive, high-profile assignments with unobtrusive professionalism and the technical precision required by national mastheads. Tuesday, September 23, 2025. DAVID LECLAIR / THE GLOBE AND MAIL.

Commitment to Editorial Excellence

David LeClair Visuals upholds the highest standards of Canadian photojournalism. As an active member of the News Photographers Association of Canada (NPAC), our work reflects the technical precision, ethical integrity, and editorial discipline expected by national and regional publications.

  
    Published Work – Editorial Photography by David LeClair
Bickell Foundation Feature – The Belleville Intelligencer
County Marathon Coverage – The Belleville Intelligencer
Belleville Sports Hall of Fame – Derek Smith Portrait

Features and Publications – Magazines and Regional Guides
Umbrella Magazine – Quinte Arts Feature
Grapevine Magazine – Spring 2025 Cover Photo
Tourism Discovery Guides – Quinte West and Bay of Quinte
  

Photography by David LeClair published across Postmedia outlets

Editorial photography by David LeClair published in The Belleville Intelligencer (Postmedia)

Editorial portrait of Chisholm Lumber leadership standing in the lumber yard in Roslin, Ontario for a Globe and Mail business feature, photographed by David LeClair.

How Crises Spark Renewal at a Sixth-Generation Family Lumber Firm

An editorial assignment for The Globe and Mail business section, documenting Chisholm Lumber — a sixth-generation family lumber firm in Roslin, Ontario — and how moments of crisis have sparked renewal, succession, and long-term resilience in the Bay of Quinte region.

Editorial 16:9 portrait of a Chisholm Lumber representative framed by stacks of lumber at the Roslin, Ontario mill.

16:9 contextual view of lumber stacks and mill structures at Chisholm Lumber in Roslin, Ontario for a business feature story.

Wide scene of Chisholm Lumber yard showing piles of lumber and mill buildings in Roslin, Ontario.

Interior working scene at Chisholm Lumber mill captured as editorial photojournalism in Eastern Ontario.

Candid moment of a worker moving lumber at Chisholm Lumber in Roslin, Ontario for a Globe and Mail assignment.

Environmental portrait of a Chisholm Lumber representative at the mill entrance in Roslin, Ontario for a business feature.

Written by Emily Latimer — Special to The Globe and Mail
Photography by David LeClair — Commissioned by Globe Content Studio in partnership with The Globe and Mail.

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Family real estate business owners photographed in Prince Edward County, Ontario for Globe Content Studio feature.

How Two Generations Sprouted New Seeds from a Family Real Estate Legacy

An editorial portrait series commissioned by Globe Content Studio in partnership with The Globe and Mail, documenting the Sorbara family’s evolving business in Prince Edward County, Ontario — blending legacy, innovation, and place.

Portrait of two generations of the Sorbara family at their development site in Prince Edward County, Ontario.

Architectural detail and family business context at the development site in Prince Edward County, Ontario for the Globe Content Studio feature.

Candid image of Sorbara family members collaborating at their Prince Edward County property for Globe Content Studio.

Written by Andrew Seale — Special to The Globe and Mail
Photography by David LeClair — Commissioned by Globe Content Studio in partnership with The Globe and Mail.

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Group portrait of the Bickell Foundation team at Bickell’s Point in Marmora, supporting the development of an accessibility-focused retreat centre for individuals living with MS. Photo by David LeClair.

Bickell Foundation – Retreat Centre for MS

The Bickell Foundation is rallying sponsorships to build Bickell’s Point Retreat Centre in Marmora — a dedicated space designed to support individuals and families living with Multiple Sclerosis across the Bay of Quinte region.

Demolition underway at Bickell's Point Retreat site in Marmora, Ontario.

Foundation members discussing site accessibility planning during retreat reconstruction.

Structural supports exposed as cabin deck demolition progresses.

Documentary scene of volunteers assisting accessibility-centered rebuild.

Shoreline landscape view of Bickell’s Point waterfront property.

Originally published via The Belleville Intelligencer — Postmedia Network.
Photography by David LeClair, Editorial Photojournalist.

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Team Pinnacle Boxing members D’Andrej Felix, Coach Blair Crawford, Avery Crawford, and Makayla Johnson pose together after winning medals at the Ontario provincial boxing championships in Belleville.

Pinnacle Boxing – After the Bell

Following their medal-winning performances at the provincial championships, the athletes of Pinnacle Boxing Club returned to training in Belleville. This series focuses on composure, pride, and perseverance — a quiet look at the champions of the ring beyond fight night.

Medalists

Avery Crawford, Golden Glove Champion from Pinnacle Boxing Belleville, poses confidently with gloves raised following her gold medal win at the provincial championships.

Avery Crawford – Gold Medalist

Makayla Johnson – Silver Medalist

D’Andrej Felix – Bronze Medalist

Training & Atmosphere

Pinnacle Boxing athlete catches his breath during training at the Belleville gym, light highlighting the sweat and emotion after an intense workout.

Action shot inside Pinnacle Boxing Belleville gym as a boxer throws punches on the bag under soft, directional light during training.

📸 Photo series by David LeClair for The Belleville Intelligencer — David LeClair Visuals

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Runners and spectators line a County Marathon course in Prince Edward County, Ontario, as the community turns out in record numbers.

County Marathon — Big Community Support

A record-setting County Marathon brought over 1,600 athletes and thousands of spectators to Prince Edward County, capturing both athletic achievement and the region’s spirited support. October 5, 2025.

Spectators cheer runners along the route during the County Marathon in Prince Edward County.

Volunteer support and race atmosphere documented at the County Marathon finish area in PEC.

Coverage by David LeClair for The Belleville Intelligencer / The Community Press — Postmedia.

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Derek Smith addresses attendees during the Belleville Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre. Photo by David LeClair.

Belleville Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Class of Five

Former NHL player Derek Smith—now GM and Head Coach of the Trenton Golden Hawks—was one of five new inductees honoured at the annual Belleville Sports Hall of Fame ceremony.

Derek Smith
Todd Crawford
Rick Fralick
Ken Smith
Joanne Moring

DAVID LECLAIR / The Belleville Intelligencer — POSTMEDIA

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Regional Authority: Local Access to National Expertise

In addition to national media work, my photography has been featured in regional arts publications and commissioned by leading tourism and municipal organizations throughout Belleville, Quinte West, and Prince Edward County. Highlights include contributions to Umbrella Magazine, Grapevine Magazine, and collaborations with Bay of Quinte Tourism for official guides and promotional campaigns.

Photography by David LeClair featured in Umbrella Magazine by Quinte Arts Council

Photography by David LeClair featured in Bay of Quinte Regional Tourism discovery guides

Photography by David LeClair featured in Quinte West Tourism discovery guides

Features & Magazines

Beyond editorial news and event coverage, my photography has also been featured in regional magazines and official tourism guides, showcasing the Bay of Quinte’s people, culture, and landscapes across widely distributed publications. Learn more about my corporate and tourism photography.

Cover photography by David LeClair – Grapevine Magazine Spring 2025, Prince Edward County

Cover image by David LeClair – Grapevine Magazine Spring 2025, Prince Edward County

Grapevine Magazine – Spring 2025 Cover
Cover photography for the Spring 2025 issue of Grapevine Magazine, a widely distributed publication in Prince Edward County and the Bay of Quinte. This feature positioned my work at the forefront of a lifestyle magazine that celebrates local people, events, and culture.
Food Prep: Loyalist College Culinary
Food Styling: Ruth Gangbar
Photo by: David LeClair

David LeClair is published in Umbrella Magazine online by Quinte Arts Council.

Umbrella Magazine – Quinte Arts Council
Photography featured in Umbrella Magazine, the Quinte Arts Council’s publication highlighting arts and culture across the region. My image accompanied coverage in the online magazine, connecting visual storytelling to the local creative community.

Tourism photography by David LeClair featured in Quinte West and Bay of Quinte discovery guides

Tourism Discovery Guide features
Photography by David LeClair is featured inside multiple local tourism discovery guides, including publications by Quinte West and the Bay of Quinte Regional Tourism Marketing Board

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David LeClair Visuals provides professional editorial and photojournalism photography across Belleville, Quinte West, Prince Edward County, and the Bay of Quinte region. Published in The Globe and Mail and trusted by regional media, David captures authentic, assignment-ready visuals that combine precision, integrity, and storytelling depth.