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County of Brant 2025 Holiday Hours

Please be advised that County of Brant services and facilities will operate on modified schedules throughout the holiday season. Residents are encouraged to check ahead before visiting or accessing services during this time.

County of Brant Customer Service Offices

Please note the Burford and Paris Customer Service Offices will be closed on the following dates for the upcoming holidays:

• Closed at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, December 24
• Thursday, December 25
• Friday, December 26
• Monday, December 29
• Tuesday,...

Main Street, Paris - Reconstruction

Paving work on Main Street in Paris will begin on Monday, December 15. During this time, traffic will be maintained, but motorists are encouraged to use caution while traveling through the area.

Construction Details

Location:

• Main Street from Washington Street to Creeden Street

Work Dates:

• Monday December 15 and Tuesday December 16, 2025 (Weather pending)

Work Performed by:

• Oxford Civil Group for County of Brant

Reason:

• Roadway hard surfacing with base asphalt

Details:

• Through traffic, local traffic,...

Road Closures for Burford and St. George Santa Claus Parades

As the holiday season kicks into full swing, communities across the region are preparing to celebrate with festive cheer this weekend. On Saturday, December 13, both Burford and St. George will host their annual Santa Claus parades, drawing families and visitors for festive floats, music, and holiday spirit. To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, several road closures and traffic adjustments will be in effect throughout each event. Here’s what residents and visitors need to know...

Holiday Skates in the County of Brant

Looking to keep the kids busy over the holiday break? We’ve got you covered! ❄️⛸️

Check out our Holiday Skate times happening throughout winter break — perfect for burning off energy and making festive memories.

Burford Community Centre (14 Potter Drive, Burford)

• December 22, 4:00 - 5:00 pm  (FREE! sponsored by Scoop It Up/Miles Flowers)
• December 23, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
• December 29, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
• December 30, 2:00 - 3:00 pm   (FREE! Sponsored by Woodstock Truck Show)
• January 2, 2:00 - 3:00 pm

Brant Sports...

Notice to Mt. Pleasant and St. George Bulk Water Fill Station Users

A friendly reminder that the Bulk Water Fill Stations in Mt. Pleasant and St. George will remain fully operational throughout the holiday closure. There will be no changes to hours of operation.

County of Brant Office Closures

County of Brant offices will close on December 24, 2025 at 12:00 pm and will reopen on January 5, 2026 at 8:30 am.

Please ensure you have a sufficient account balance to continue using the stations by Wednesday, December 24. For account assistance, please contact the Finance...

County of Brant Joins Ontario’s Holiday Fire Safety Campaign

 The County of Brant Fire Department is participating in the annual 12 Days of Holiday Fire Safety campaign to remind our community to take proper fire safety precautions and stay fire safe this holiday season.

From December 12 to 23, the County is joining fire departments across Ontario to promote daily fire safety tips, including practical tips to help keep your and your loved ones safe during the holiday season. Holiday fire safety tips can be found by following the Ontario Fire Marshal (OFM)...

Update on Markel Drive in Paris - Service Connections

Service connection work on Markel Drive in Paris will begin this week. Due to the weather, the work has been pushed back and is now scheduled to be completed on Tuesday, December 16. Lane closures will be in place during construction; however, local access will be maintained at all times. We thank residents and motorists for their patience as this work is completed safely and efficiently.

Details

Locations:

• Markel Drive at Hutchings Road (Paris)

Work Dates:

• Tuesday, December 9 to Tuesday, December...

Snow Clearing

It’s a winter wonderland! After all the snow, the County of Brant would like to remind property owners and occupants they are legally required to clear snow, ice, and slush from sidewalks (front, side, and back of property) to keep pedestrians safe. Failure to do so can result in the municipality clearing it at the owner's expense.

What you need to know:

• Clear sidewalks within 24 hours: Shovel sidewalks in front of, beside, and behind your property within one day of snow stopping.
• Keep it safe:...

Zumba Gold cancelled on Wednesday, December 10

Please be advised that the following Zumba class has been cancelled on Wednesday, December 10:

• Zumba Gold (7916): 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Sojourn Church 

For all registered programs, participants will be notified of cancellations by email and/or phone. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Drop-in Children's Dodgeball Cancellation on December 12, 2025

Please be advised that the following drop-in program is cancelled for this evening, Wednesday, December 10, for inclement weather. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  Drop-in Children’s Dodgeball, 6:30 – 7:30 pm

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