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Urban Area Yard Waste Collection will take place next week - October 21-26

Urban Area Yard Waste Collection will take place next week, October 21-26, 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. 

Set Out Requirements:

• 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...

West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure, October 17-18

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place at 60 West River Street in Paris from Thursday, October 17, 5:00 pm until Friday, October 18, 7:00 am . Full details are listed below:

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

Reason: Full road reconstruction including replacement of watermain, storm, sanitary sewer, and road resurfacing

Details:

• No through traffic, no local access, no emergency access at 60 West River Street
• 60 West River Street will not have...

Ontario Breaks Ground on Long-Term Care Home in Brantford

BRANTFORD — Construction is underway on a new building for John Noble Home in Brantford, which will add 40 new long-term care beds to an existing 156-bed home. The new project was a recipient of the Construction Funding Subsidy top-up, part of the Ontario government’s commitment to build 58,000 new and upgraded long-term care beds across the province.

“Congratulations to the team at John Noble Home on the construction of this new building. Our government is fixing long-term care and ensuring we...

West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure, October 15-16

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place on West River Street in Paris between addresses 52 and 54, from Tuesday, October 15, 5:00 pm until Wednesday, October 16, 7:00 am . Full details are listed below:

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

Reason: Full road reconstruction including replacement of watermain, storm, sanitary sewer, and road resurfacing

Details:

• No through traffic, no local access, no emergency access between 52 and 54 West River...

Silver Street and Grand River Street North Intersection Reconstruction 2024 – Road Closure Update

Please be advised of a revision to the work dates of the Silver Street and Grand River Street North Intersection Reconstruction. Full details listed below:

Location Silver Street at Grand River Street North, Paris

Revised Work Date: Monday, September 9, to Friday, November 29, 2024

Work Performed by: Navacon Construction Inc. for County of Brant

Reason: Watermain and sanitary service installation

Details:

• Grand River Street North northbound and southbound lanes will remain open in both directions
• No...

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....