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County of Brant Announces 2024 Volunteer Recognition Awards – Call for Nominations

The County of Brant is putting a call out to the community to make nominations for the 2024 Volunteer Recognition Awards. New for 2024 three (3) categories will be highlighted including Emerging Leader, Community Leader and Community Impact.

“Volunteers are the heart of our community, dedicating their time, energy, and passion to making a difference,” said Mayor David Bailey. “To celebrate the invaluable contributions that volunteers bring, the County of Brant is proud to host its second annual...

Astronomy: The Sky Tonight rescheduled to Friday, October 18

Event Update: Astronomy: The Sky Tonight rescheduled to Friday, October 18

Please note that the event Astronomy: The Sky Tonight, originally scheduled for this evening in Scotland, has been rescheduled to Friday, October 18. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
 
Updated Event Information:
Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
Time: 6:00 pm start
Location: Scotland Community Centre (85 Simcoe St, Scotland)
Age: All ages
Cost: Free – no registration required
 
Learn about the universe with amateur astronomer Ed...

St. George Tennis Courts Closed for Season Starting October 14

The St. George Tennis Courts, located at the Gaukel Memorial Community Centre, will be closing for the season beginning Monday, October 14, 2024 for renovations. We look forward to seeing you in 2025!

For more information on tennis in the County of Brant, visit our Tennis page.

Temporary Road Closure – Cochrane Lane and Silver Street, Paris

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place at the Cochran Lane and Silver Street intersection in Paris from Tuesday, October 15 to Friday, October 18, weather permitting. Full details below:

Location: Cochrane Lane and Silver Street intersection

Date: Tuesday, October 15 to Friday, October 18, weather permitting

By: County of Brant

Works: Removal and replacement of sidewalks and asphalt at the intersection of Cochrane Lane and Silver Street

Details:

• No through traffic, no local traffic,...

Brant Youth Centre is Back!

The Brant Youth Centre is back!

Visit the Brant Youth Centre next week on Tuesday, October 15 at Syl Apps Community Centre for opening night.  

Date: Every Tuesday until June 2025 (no program December 24 & 31)
Time: 3:30 – 6:30 pm
Location: Syl Apps Community Centre (51 William Street, Paris)
Ages: 11-15 years
Membership Fee: $21.00/ October 2024 – June 2025

How do I purchase a Membership? 

Memberships can be purchased online by creating an account through COBConnect and visiting the “Memberships” tab....

West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure, October 10-11

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place on West River Street in Paris between addresses 50 and 58, from Thursday, October 10, 5:00 pm until Friday, October 11, 7:00 am. Full details are listed below:

Location: West River Street between addresses 50 and 58

Work Dates: Thursday, October 10, 5:00 pm until Friday, October 11, 7:00 am

Work Performed by: BEECH Infrastructure Group Ltd. for County of Brant

Reason: Full road reconstruction including replacement of watermain, storm, sanitary...

Thanksgiving in the County of Brant

Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend! We hope you enjoy the holiday and take time to relax, reflect, and celebrate all the blessings this season brings. Happy Thanksgiving!

County of Brant services may be affected by Thanksgiving Holiday hours. Please note the following changes to services on the Thanksgiving Long Weekend: 

County of Brant Customer Service Offices:

• County of Brant Customer Service Offices will be closed on Monday, October 14 and will re-open on Tuesday, October 15 at 8:30...

County of Brant Awarded Three Blooms in Communities in Bloom Program

The County of Brant is proud to have been awarded three blooms and the Urban Forestry Criteria Award in its inaugural year participating in the 2024 Communities in Bloom (CiB) program. This achievement reflects the collective efforts of the community, staff, and leadership, and highlights our commitment to environmental sustainability, heritage preservation, and civic pride.

“The dedication shown by our staff and community in making this year’s Communities in Bloom participation a success is...

Willow Street Maintenance Work - October 9-10

Please be advised of a partial road closure taking place on Willow Street in Paris from Wednesday, October 9, 7:00 am through to Thursday, October 10, 8:00 am for maintenance work. Full details listed below:

Location: Willow Street (Dundas Street East to 6 Willow Street), Paris

Work Dates: Wednesday, October 9, 7:00 am through to Thursday, October 10, 8:00 am

Details:

Scope of work:

• Maintenance hole improvements

Traffic impact during working hours and overnight:

• Willow Street will be reduced to one lane...

West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure, October 8-9

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place on West River Street in Paris between addresses 39 and 50, from Tuesday, October 8, 5:00 pm until Wednesday, October 9, 7:00 am. Full details are listed below:

Location: West River Street between 39 and 50 West River Street, Henry Foster Lane (formerly West River Lane)

Work Dates: Tuesday, October 8, 5:00 pm until Wednesday, October 9, 7:00 am

Work Performed by: BEECH Infrastructure Group Ltd. for County of Brant

Reason: Full road...