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County of Brant invites residents to attend a Public Information Meeting on Gas and Oil Wells

The County of Brant, in partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), invites the community to a Public Information Meeting to learn more about many old or inactive gas (petroleum) and oil wells in the County of Brant.

“In 2024, the County of Brant was successful in receiving funding from the Government of Ontario to enhance our response and raise awareness of these inactive wells,” said Darren Watson, County of Brant Fire Chief. “The funding is being used for a number of initiatives...

Storm Sewer Maintenance May 9, 12-16 in St. George

The County of Brant will be conducting routine inspection and maintenance work on the Storm Sewer System in the following areas of St. George:

• Beverly Street East
• King William Street
• Lorimer Street
• Main Street South
• Mayfair Court
• Reid Street
• Royal York Court
• Russel Crescent
• Southampton Drive
• Sunnyside Drive
• Tolhurst Avenue

The work is scheduled to take place on Friday, May 9, and Monday, May 12 through Friday, May 16, between the hours of 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.

This routine maintenance work involves high...

Emergency Preparedness Week, Planning for Every Season - Fall

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 4-10, 2025. Learn how to Plan for Every Season with the County of Brant and take emergency preparedness into your own hands.

Planning for Every Season - Fall

Fall in Ontario can mean high winds, heavy rain, and the early arrival of frost and power outages. Fallen branches and icy roads can make travel and communication difficult.

Autumn Emergency preparedness tips:

• Check and test smoke & carbon monoxide alarms — heating systems are firing up again
• Inspect and clean...

Dundas Street East Reconstruction - Consolidated Drive Access

Please note during the reconstruction of Dundas Street East, access to Consolidated Drive from Dundas Street will be closed. Access to businesses on Consolidated Drive will be via Green Lane and Iarocci Boulevard. 

Details: 

Location of Closure: Consolidated Drive will be closed from Dundas Street East to 120m north of Dundas Street East. 

Work Dates: Thursday, May 8, 2025 for approximately four months

Work Performed by: L82 Construction Ltd. for County of Brant

Reason: Sewermain, Watermain, and Road...

Emergency Preparedness Week, Planning for Every Season - Summer

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 4-10, 2025. Learn how to Plan for Every Season with the County of Brant and take emergency preparedness into your own hands.

Planning for Every Season - summer

Summer brings beautiful weather — but it also comes with the risk of extreme heat, severe thunderstorms, lightning and tornadoes. Are you prepared for a power outage?

The following tips can help during a power outage:

• Keep freezers and refrigerators closed.
• Only use generators outdoors and away from windows.

Road Closure Notice – The Downtown Dig

Please be advised that Grand River Street North, between William Street and Mechanic Street will be closing tomorrow, Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 7:00 am, for Phase 2a of construction of the Downtown Dig.

We remind the public that vehicle access will be closed in this area throughout Phase 2.           

Here are a few important reminders:

• Pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the Downtown Dig – signage will be placed throughout downtown to help you navigate during construction
• Downtown businesses...

Emergency Preparedness Week, Planning for Every Season - Spring

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 4-10, 2025. Learn how to Plan for Every Season with the County of Brant and take emergency preparedness into your own hands.

Planning for Every Season - Spring

Spring in the County of Brant can bring rapid snowmelt, heavy rains, and rising water levels — all increasing the risk of flooding.

How to prepare for a flood:

• Check if your property is located in a flood plain area on our webpage
• Keep storm drains and culverts clear
• Install a sump pump and zero reverse flow...

Program Cancellation - Youth in Brant Field Trip

Please be advised that the Youth in Brant field trip scheduled for this Thursday, May 8, has been cancelled. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

To find more ways to celebrate Youth Week in the County of Brant, visit the Youth in Brant webpage.

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Nominations are now open for the 2025 Salute to Brant Business Awards

The County of Brant is pleased to share that nominations are now open for the 2025 Salute to Brant Business Awards.
 
Salute to Brant is an annual event that brings together leaders within the local business community, elected officials, community influencers, and various industry experts to celebrate the progress and achievements of businesses in the County of Brant and to share industry insights. This year’s awards will focus on the resiliency of businesses during times of uncertainty.

“Now more...

St. George Storm Sewer Maintenance May 6 to May 9

The County of Brant will be conducting routine inspection and maintenance work on the Storm Sewer System in the following areas of St. George:

• Margaret Drive
• Hampton Court
• Windsor Drive
• Andrew Street

The work is scheduled to take place from Tuesday, May 6, to Friday, May 9, between the hours of 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.

This routine maintenance work involves high pressure cleaning and Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) video inspection of the storm sewers. The high pressure cleaning and CCTV video activity...