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King Edward Street Traffic Signals and Streetlights Installation
Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 11:00 AM
Please be advised of the installation of traffic signals, pedestrian crossing and streetlights along King Edward Street west of Rest Acres Road to Granville Circle/Misener Road West beginning Monday, September 30, to Friday, December 20, 2024, weather dependent. Full details listed below:
Location: Intersection of King Edward Street and Dundas Street West
Work Dates: Monday, September 30, to Friday, December 20, 2024, weather dependent
Work Performed by: KWS Electrical Services for the County of...
TH&B Trail Section Closure - October 1
Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:00 AM
Please be advised that the TH&B Trail section between Oakland Rd and Jenkins Road will be closed Tuesday, October 1 until further notice for a new bridge installation over McKenzie Creek.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please visit our Trails webpage to learn more about trails in the County of Brant.
Culture Days Festival Hub Day in Brant!
Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 09:00 AM
Join us this Saturday, September 28, in beautiful Downtown Paris for a vibrant day of art, music, culture, and community!
Experience the creativity of Brant, as local artisans come together to share their unique talents. With over 20 groups and creators participating, this major event is sure to inspire—suitable for all ages!
All Festival Hub Day events will take place in the walkable area around downtown Paris and Paris Lions Park. For individual event details, times and locations visit the
Firefighter Training to take place on September 28 at a Controlled Burn
Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 08:35 AM
County of Brant Firefighters will conduct a controlled burn this Saturday, September 28, 2024, to train firefighters and officers in fire attack strategies and fire dynamics.
"Controlled burns allow us to provide real-life training for our crews in a safe environment," said Fire Chief Darren Watson. "This training includes new recruits, seasoned firefighters, and our Fire Safety Officers."
The training will cover fire attack size-ups, fire dynamics, and evaluating thermal cameras. A fire attack...
Sanitary Sewer Maintenance - September 26-27
Posted on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 02:00 PM
Please be aware that the County of Brant will be conducting routine maintenance work on the Sanitary Sewer System on September 26-27 in the following areas in Paris:
- Dundas Street West
- Chapel Street
- Main Street
- Dumfries Street
- Hillside Avenue
- Old Mill Street
The work is scheduled to take place during the day on Thursday, September 26 and Friday September 27 between the hours of 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
This routine maintenance work involves high pressure cleaning of the sanitary sewers in the roadway...
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - September 30, 2024
Posted on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 12:00 PM
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, observed on September 30, is a vital moment for Canadians to reflect on the painful history of residential schools and their lasting impact on Indigenous communities. It is a day to honor the resilience of survivors and remember the children who never returned home. This day also offers an opportunity to educate ourselves, acknowledge the injustices of the past, and commit to the ongoing work of healing and reconciliation. By listening, learning,...
Groundbreaking ceremony held for the new Burford Optimist Club Skate Park
Posted on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 11:08 AM
The County of Brant, in partnership with the Burford Optimist Club, is pleased to share that a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Burford Optimist Skate Park took place on September 23, 2024.
"We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone in the community who has been part of this project," said Mayor David Bailey. "The Burford Optimist Club continues to excel in supporting child and youth initiatives, and as always, the public, community groups, and local businesses have stepped up to...
Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - September 24, 2024
Posted on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 03:00 PM
It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm today. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection today.
If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm tonight, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.
We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - September 23, 2024
Posted on Monday, September 23, 2024 04:49 PM
It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm today. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection today.
If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm tonight, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.
We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
County of Brant partners with the City of Brantford to offer Household Hazardous Waste days for 2024
Posted on Monday, September 23, 2024 09:39 AM
The County of Brant and the City of Brantford have partnered to offer additional Household Hazardous Waste days for County of Brant residents. This partnership will replace the previous one-day annual event held in the County.
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 harmful effects on the environment, humans, and animals.
Since 2000, the County...