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Grand River Street North Update - March 4, 2024

The intersection of Grand River Street North and Hartley Ave. has been reopened to traffic.

Grand River Street North, south of Hartley Ave. to Scott Ave. will remain closed until April 5, 2024 pending weather conditions and the availability of asphalt for restoration.

Scott Ave East of Grand River Street North will also be closed for one week commencing today, March 4, 2024 for sanitary sewer installation.

For more information about this project, visit the Grand River Street North Improvements...

Public Meeting this Monday regarding Church Street West in Scotland

Reconstruction of Church Street West in Scotland is planned for the 2024 construction season. The work will include road reconstruction, new storm sewers, new curbs and sidewalks. Access to properties and the Oakland-Scotland school will be maintained for local traffic and emergency services.

Engage with Us

Join us for a drop-in Public Information Meeting:

• Monday, March 4, 2024
• 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
• Scotland Community Centre, 85 Simcoe Street, Scotland Ontario

The meeting will be a drop-in format with...

The County of Brant and County of Brant Public Library will offer Solar Eclipse Glasses!

The County of Brant Public Library and County of Brant are excited to announce they are giving away free solar eclipse glasses in preparation for the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024.

Thanks to a generous donation of glasses from the Department of Physics and Astronomy at McMaster University, the Library and County will provide four pairs of eclipse glasses per person on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Glasses are available at all Brant Library branches...

The County of Brant Fire Department is recruiting Volunteer Firefighters

The County of Brant Fire Department is recruiting Volunteer Firefighters. 

Volunteer firefighting is a truly rewarding way to give back to the community. We recruit volunteer firefighters to join our team through a thorough screening process. This process includes:

• Written aptitude test
• Group one-way interview
• Physical and mental abilities screening test
• Individual interview
• Reference checks

Once a candidate is accepted into the fire department, they must pass a Recruit Training Program, then serve as...

Iarocci Boulevard Opens in Paris

The County of Brant is pleased to announce the opening of Iarocci Boulevard in Paris. This new road, which was a recommendation from the County of Brant’s Transportation Master Plan, will improve transportation in the area and support both local industry and the community.

“Iarocci Boulevard represents a significant investment in our community,” said County of Brant Mayor Bailey. “And its opening marks an exciting new chapter of economic growth and development for the area.”

The piece of land...

County of Brant Passes the Official 2024 Budget

The County of Brant Council has approved the 2024 Budget. Following careful deliberation and consideration, Council approved its 2024 budget, resulting in a property tax increase of 8.7%, or a $300.81 increase to the median home.

“I understand the concerns raised by our residents regarding the 8.7% tax increase for the upcoming year. We have thoroughly reviewed our budgetary needs and have made difficult decisions to ensure essential services are maintained and investments are made in our...

Garbage and Recycling Collection on February 27, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm today. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection tonight.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm tonight, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

2024 Outdoor Sports Fields, Diamonds and Court requests are due this Wednesday, February 28

The County of Brant is now accepting requests for the 2024 County of Brant Fields, Diamonds and Beach Volleyball Courts. Requests are due on Wednesday, February 28th at 4:00 pm.

Requests can be submitted online by completing the following:

• Sports Field Request Webform
• Court Request Webform

If you require any picnic shelters, please complete the Picnic Request Webform.

For information including insurance requirements, costs, locations and rental polices on Soccer fields and Baseball diamonds, view the

Taxes due this week on Thursday, February 29

A friendly reminder that taxes are due this Thursday. February 29, 2024. 

The first half of 2024 tax due dates are February 29, 2024 and April 30, 2024.  If you have not received a tax bill, please contact the tax division at 519.442.7268.

There are a number of ways you can pay your taxes. 

• Municipal taxes can be paid at Customer Service Offices in:
  • Burford, 26 Park Ave, Burford
  • Paris, 66 Grand River St. N, Paris
  • St. George Library, 78 Main St. N, St George
  • Scotland-Oakland Library, 281 Oakland Rd,...

Cold Alert Issued for February 23

Update - the Cold Alert has been cancelled for Brant.

A Cold Alert is issued when temperatures are expected to drop below -15°C, without wind chill.

Everyone is at risk during very cold weather. In temperatures of -15°C or colder, unprotected skin can freeze in less than 30 minutes and the risk of developing hypothermia is high. Some groups are particularly vulnerable to the frigid temperatures, including, older adults, infants and young children, people with chronic illnesses such as breathing...