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Family Day Programs sponsored by Impact Cheer Athletics

Join us on Monday, February 16 for FREE Family Day activities, sponsored by Impact Cheer Athletics!

Beginner Skate

• Time: 8:30 am to 9:30 am
• Location: Brant Sports Complex, 944 Powerline Road (both pads)
• Maximum rink capacity is 150 people on a first come, first served basis

Public Skates

• Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
• Location: All three arenas
  • Burford - Burford Community Centre (14 Potter Drive, Burford)
  • Paris - Brant Sports Complex (944 Powerline Road, Paris – both pads)
  • St. George – Gaukel Memorial...

Winter Active Program Update - Youth Cooking Class

Please be advised that the Winter Active Youth Cooking Class scheduled for this Friday, February 13, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, February 24 and will now take place at the Syl Apps Community Centre.

Youth Cooking Class - registration required

Date: Tuesday February 24
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Location: Syl Apps Community Centre
Ages: 11-15 years
Activity number: 8121
Cost: Free for Youth Centre Members/$6.00 for non members

Register online using Activity number 8121 at brant.ca/COBConnect or in-person at the...

Community Planning Permit System (CPPS) Survey and Open houses

The County of Brant is modernizing its entire zoning framework through the introduction of a new Community Planning Permit System (CPPS).

We’ve heard concerns about growth, development, and how difficult the planning process can be. Now we want your feedback about the proposed new CPPS that will:

• Make planning rules easier to understand
• Provide more predictability for property owners and builders
• Support a faster and more responsive planning approvals process
• Help secure community benefits like...

New Opportunity! Junior Engineering Technologist – 1 Vacancy

New Opportunity! Junior Engineering Technologist – 1 Vacancy The County of Brant is recruiting for a Junior Engineering Technologist – 1 Vacancy in our Operations Department! Please visit www.brant.ca/jobs to apply for this job opportunity. 

County of Brant 2026 Family Day Closures

As Family Day approaches, please note the following changes to services on Monday, February 16, 2026.

County of Brant Customer Service Offices:

• County of Brant customer service offices will be closed on Monday, February 16 and will re-open on Tuesday, February 17 at 8:30 am.  
• Online chat will be unavailable at this time. 
• A number of services are available online. Visit the Online Services webpage for a complete list. 
• For urgent matters, call 519.44BRANT (519.442.7268), 1.855.44BRANT and stay on the...

Planning your spring cleaning? Save the date(s)!

Household Hazardous Waste days take place at the Mohawk Street Landfill, located at 20 Morrison Road, Brantford, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (ID may be requested to confirm residency in Brant or Brantford).

2026 Household Hazardous Waste Days:

• April 11
• May 2
• June 13
• July 11
• August 8
• September 12
• October 17
• November 21 

Household hazardous waste includes materials such as paint, solvents, used oils, batteries, and fluorescent light bulbs. These items should not be disposed of in household garbage due to their...

Getting a rebate for your home upgrades has never been easier!

Did you know the County of Brant offers financial incentives to help you switch to water-efficient appliances? Upgrading not only helps our local environment but puts money back in your pocket.

What’s available for Brant residents:

• Toilet Rebate: Receive $50.00 for replacing an old high-volume toilet (13L or larger) with a new WaterSense® certified model. You can claim this for up to two toilets per household!
• Washing Machine Rebate: Get a $100.00 one-time rebate when you replace an old top-loading...

Be a winter waste pro

The Big Rule: No Snowbank Surfing! Please don't place your garbage on top of or behind snowbanks.

Why?

• The Slippery Slope: Snowbanks are a major slip-and-fall hazard for our crews.
• Hide and Seek: High snow makes it hard for collectors to see or reach your items.
• The Deep Freeze: Bags on snowbanks can blow away, freeze to the pile, or get accidentally buried by a passing plow!

How to be a Waste Pro:

Ground Level Only: Place your items at the end of your driveway at ground level, tucked back slightly from...

Last call for Outdoor Sports Fields, Pitch, Diamonds and Court Requests for 2026 season

The County of Brant Sport Fields, Ball Diamonds and Beach Volleyball Court rental requests for the 2026 outdoor season are due this week on Wednesday, February 11 at 4:00 pm! 

Apply online:

Ball Diamonds, Soccer Fields & Cricket Pitch

• Apply online at www.brant.ca/fieldrequest

Beach Volleyball Courts

• Apply online at www.brant.ca/courtrequest

Hosting a tournament or special event?

• Please submit one application per event
• Events that include alcohol require a Special Event Advisory Team (SEAT) application
• SEAT...

Last call for Spring/Summer Floor Requests

The County of Brant Spring/Summer floor requests are due this week on Wednesday, February 11 at 4:00 pm! 

Be sure to submit your requests on time to secure your space for the upcoming season. Any submissions received after the due date will be dealt with on a first come, first serve basis if floor time allows. 

Requests can be submitted online at brant.ca/FloorRequest

The floor is available at the Burford Community Centre and the Gaukel Memorial Community Centre (St. George) from April 7 to August 9,...