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Program Cancellation: Parent and Tot Skate - Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Please note that the Parent and Tot Skate on Wednesday, March 12, from 9:30-11:30 am at Brant Sports Complex has been cancelled.  We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your understanding.

To find a complete list of March Break Skates visit our Skate page.

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Sanitary Sewer Maintenance in Paris: March 12-14

Please be advised the County of Brant will be conducting routine maintenance work on the Sanitary Sewer System in Paris the following areas:

• Cardinal Lane
• Cobblestone Drive
• Crawford Place
• Grandville Circle                       
• Irongate Drive
• Marriott Place
• McQueen Drive
• Row Lane

The work is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, March 12 to Friday, March 14, 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 followed by a video...

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New Opportunity! Director of Community Outreach

The County of Brant is recruiting for a Director of Community Outreach in our Strategic Initiatives Department! Please visit www.brant.ca/jobs to apply for this job opportunity.

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Paris Lions Park Playground Update - Friday, March 7

Please be advised that the previously scheduled maintenance for the Paris Lions Park playground on Friday, March 7, has been postponed. The playground will remain open as usual.

For updates and to find other playgrounds in your community, visit our Parks page.

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Grand River Conservation Authority extends Flood Watch

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has issued the following Flood Message #2: Flood Watch

The Grand River Conservation Authority is extending the Flood Watch for the entire watershed that was issued on March 3, 2025, due an increased risk of ice jam formation following snowmelt and runoff from recent rain events.

Heightened Risk of Ice Jams

A series of low-pressure systems brought above-freezing temperatures and 10 to 20 mm of precipitation to the watershed on March 4 and 5, 2025....

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Spend March Break in the County of Brant!

Looking for fun ways to keep busy over March Break? Join in on the excitement in the County of Brant with public skates, Kinderplay for the little ones, and a Youth Leadership Camp for teens looking to build skills and make new friends. Don’t miss out on the fun—come play, skate, and explore with us!

Youth 11-15 years old are invited to join our Youth Leadership Program. Registration is required. Learn more about this week-long program on COBConnect.

Check out our schedule of drop-in skates and...

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New Opportunity! Assistant County Counsel

The County of Brant is recruiting for a Assistant County Counsel within the Legal Services Division! Please visit www.brant.ca/jobs to apply for this job opportunity.

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Cainsville Lagoons Sanitary Sewer Installation 2025

Please be advised of a repair of a sanitary sewer taking place in Cainsville from Monday, March 10 to Wednesday, March 26, 2025. See below for full details:

Locations: 30 Shaver Street, Cainsville

Work Dates: Monday, March 10 to Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Dates may change subject to weather conditions.

Work Preformed by: Gedco Excavating Ltd. for County of Brant

Reason: Repair of sanitary sewer that connects from the road to the sewage treatment facility.

Note:

• Through traffic will be maintained
• Local...

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Call for Musicians for 2025 Music in the Parks

Are you a talented local musician or band looking for an opportunity to showcase your sound? Music in the Parks is returning to the County of Brant this summer, and we're looking for performers to bring live music to our beautiful outdoor spaces!

Performances will take place on Tuesdays in July and August from 7:30 - 9:00 pm, with the addition of two SURPRISE Friday performances to be announced.

Requirements:⁠

• Local (or close proximity) musician/band (preference will be given to local musicians)⁠

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2025 Picnic Requests are Now Open

Picnic requests for the 2025 season are now open! Make your event special with a rental picnic space in the County of Brant. Our parks provide the ideal backdrop for celebrations, reunions, and relaxing get-togethers.

Picnic rentals are available starting Saturday, May 17, 2025. 

For a list of available picnic areas, rental prices, rules, and to request a rental picnic space, visit our Picnic Areas page.

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