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National AccessAbility Week 2024

What better way to kick off National AccessAbility Week than by helping us to create the County of Brant's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan? 

Join us at County of Brant Council Chambers (7 Broadway Street West, Paris) today, May 27, at 1:00 pm for an AccessAbility Week flag raising, followed by an open house! Please note, due to rain the flag ceremony will be held inside Council Chambers.

Whether you are a person with a disability, a caregiver, a parent of a small child, a business owner, a service...

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Urban Area Yard Waste Collection will take place next week - May 27 to 31

Urban Area Yard Waste Collection will take place next week, May 27-31, 2024

Yard waste curbside collection is offered to residential properties within urban areas. Leaf and Yard Waste is also free for disposal at the Landfill and Transfer Station for residential users. 

• Materials are to be set out by 7:00 am on your regular collection day
  • Please note that due to the fluctuating volume of yard waste set out for each collection week, collection of material may not occur on your...

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Development Charges Background Study Report

The County of Brant is updating their Development Charges on September 1, 2024.  The new Development Charges Background Study report has been published for public review in accordance with the Development Charges Act and is available to view on the Engage Brant website.

Public Meeting – Proposed Development Charges:

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024 the Council of the County of Brant will hold a public meeting to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.)...

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The County of Brant To Participate in This Year's Communities in Bloom!

The County of Brant is thrilled to announce its participation in this year’s Communities in Bloom competition and celebration, and we want YOU to join us!

Communities in Bloom is a volunteer-driven organization that strengthens communities through environmental sustainability, green space enhancements, and heritage conservation across municipal, residential, commercial, and institutional spaces. This year's theme celebrates our Indigenous communities with the vibrant colour ORANGE.

We encourage...

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Filming Notice in Downtown Paris - May 27-29

Motorheads is back to film in Downtown Paris on May 27, 28 and 29, 2024.

Parking and road disruptions are expected from May 27 to May 29, 2024, particularly on May 28, when filming is set to occur.

Downtown businesses will remain open. Notices will be issued by the production company to residents and businesses in the impacted areas.

• Preparation starts May 27 at 6:00 am
• Filming starts May 28 from 7:00 am until 1:00 am the next day
• Wrap up May 29 until 6:00 pm

Please be advised that during the...

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St. George Bulk Water Fill Station Is Now Open

The St. George Bulk Water Fill Station has reopened after a completed water main repair.

Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time. For more information about Bulk Water Fill Stations in the County of Brant, please visit our Bulk Water Fill Stations webpage.

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St. George Bulk Water Fill Station Closed Thursday, May 23, 2024

The St. George Bulk Water Fill Station will be closed starting tomorrow, Thursday, May 23, at 7:00 am due to a large water main break. We anticipate the break should only last the day and will update when the issue is resolved and the Bulk Fill is back in service.

For any questions please call our Burford Customer Service Office at 519.44.BRANT (519.442.7268).

We apologize for any inconvenience and are working to have it back up and running as quickly as possible.

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Paris Pool opening changed to June 2

Paris Community Pool Notice Please be advised that due to unexpected maintenance the Paris Community Pool opening date has been changed from Saturday, June 1 to Sunday, June 2. County of Brant Splash Pads will still open on June 1 as scheduled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

For updates on the pool and splashpads, please follow the County of Brant on social media @BrantCommunity or visit our Aquatics and Swimming webpage. 

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Culture Days Information Session

Are you interested in learning more about participating in Culture Days, including available funding opportunities? Join County of Brant staff tomorrow, May 23, for a free information session and workshop!

Culture Days Information Session:
Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: County of Brant Council Chambers (7 Broadway Street West, Paris)

You can also participate online via Zoom (website).

Culture Days, happening nationwide from September 20 to October 13, 2024, celebrates arts,...

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National AccessAbility Week and Accessible Brant

The County of Brant celebrates National AccessAbility Week and seeks feedback on its Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.

The County of Brant is pleased to announce its participation in National AccessAbility Week, taking place from May 26 to June 1, 2024. National AccessAbility Week serves as a platform to raise awareness about accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. It provides an opportunity to recognize the progress made in removing barriers and promoting equal access while...

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Public Notice - 2024 Sanitary Sewer Maintenance May 23-24 - Paris - Zone 8

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

• Amelia Street
• Hillside Avenue
• Old Mill Street
• Gilston Parkway

The work is scheduled to take place during the day on Thursday, May 23 to Friday, May 24 between the hours of 7:00am to 5:00pm.

This routine maintenance work involves high pressure cleaning of the sanitary sewers in the roadway followed by a video inspection of the pipes. The cleaning activities can result in sufficient back...

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