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Program Cancellations on Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Please be advised that the following Seniors programs are cancelled today, Wednesday, December 10, for inclement weather.

• Seniors Drop-in centre, Sojourn Church 
• Daytime Pickleball, Sojourn Church 
• Daytime Pickleball, Cedarview Church
• Intro to Pickleball, Sojourn Church (registered program) 

For all registered programs, participants will be notified of cancellations by email and/or phone and the County of Brant will make every attempt to re-schedule programs. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Fitness Class Cancellations for the week of December 8-12 & 15-19, 2025

Please be advised that the following fitness classes are cancelled for the weeks of December 8-12 and 15-19, 2025.

• Boxing (7910/7911): Tuesday/Thursday, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
• Range of Motion (7917): Wednesday, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
• Cardio Combo (7914): Tuesday/Thursday, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
• Stretch and Strength (7912): Friday, 10:00 am to 11:00 am

For all registered programs, participants will be notified of cancellations by email and/or phone and the County of Brant will make every attempt to re-schedule...

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GRCA Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) is concerned about the use of frozen natural water bodies for on-ice activities such as skating and ice fishing. Recent cold temperatures and early-season snowfall have resulted in the formation of thin ice on local rivers, reservoirs, ponds, and lakes across the watershed. While ice may appear to be forming earlier than in previous years, ice conditions remain highly unstable, unpredictable, and unsafe for any type of recreation.

It is important to...

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Why is there so much major road construction happening? Protecting Rural Communities and Agriculture

At the County, we hear that Paris residents are frustrated with all the construction and growth AND we hear from the rural residents that Paris gets prioritized (including upgraded infrastructure). 

Let’s talk about this…

Supporting existing urban areas to be more attractive, sustainable, and livable, reduces the pressure to develop new, low-density communities which cuts into the important farmland and protects natural  areas.

Why does it seem like Paris or St. George’s infrastructure are...

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Winter Driving: Snowplows

When the weather gets rough, slow down! The posted speed limit is for ideal conditions, not winter whiteouts.

Remember the golden rule of winter driving: slow down and give space.

Also, be patient around our snow plows! These crews are working hard to keep our roads clear.

• Do not crowd the plow: Maintain a safe distance (at least several car lengths).
• Never pass a snow plow: Visibility is limited, and they may be spreading salt or sand.
• Stay visible: Keep your headlights on.

Parked cars are a snow plow...

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County of Brant Celebrates Volunteers at 3rd Annual Recognition Ceremony

On Friday, December 5, the County of Brant honoured volunteers from across the community at the 3rd Annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony. The event, held at the TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre, included the presentation of awards to 57 individual volunteers and 5 community groups.

“Volunteers bring so much to Brant, and I cannot begin to express how grateful and lucky we are to have the support of the individuals and organizations that donate their time in our communities,” said...

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Notice: Markel Drive in Paris - Service Connections

Service connection work on Markel Drive in Paris will begin this week. 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.

Locations:

• Markel Drive at Hutchings Road (Paris)

Work Dates:

• Tuesday, December 9 to Thursday, December 11

Work Preformed by: 

• Cecchini Group

Reason:

• Water, Sanitary, Storm service connections

Notes:

• Through traffic, local...

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Cold notification issued for GEPH region starting December 7

The Medical Officer of Health (MOH) for Grand Erie Public Health is issuing a Cold Notification for the Grand Erie Public Health region (Brantford-Brant and Haldimand-Norfolk), effective December 7, 2025.

A Cold Notification is issued, by the MOH, when parts or all areas of the region are expectedto reach temperatures below -15 ºC, or when wind chill values reach -20 ºC.

The notification will remain in effect until a cancellation notice is issued.

These conditions can pose serious health risks,...

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Cold notification Cancelled for GEPH region on December 5, 2025

The cold notification issued by the Medical Officer of Health on December 4, 2025 for the Grand Erie Public Health region has been cancelled as temperatures are no longer forecasted to be -15 C or -20 C with windchill.

To learn more about preventing cold-related illnesses during extreme cold weather, please visit www.geph.ca 

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Notice - Brant Sports Complex Temporary Ice Closure on Monday, December 8

Please be advised that all drop-in ice programming and ice rentals for Monday, December 8, 2025 at the Brant Sports Complex have been cancelled due to necessary repairs to the facilities refrigeration system.

Halls and rooms will still be available, with the facility closing at 8:00 pm.

We apologize for any inconvenience. For updates subscribe to County of Brant news and notices at www.brant.ca/Subscribe 

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