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Downtown Dig Update - October 17

Exciting things are happening in Downtown Paris! Visit the downtown as things take shape.

What’s happening downtown?

This week:

• Hydro service connections began on the east side of Grand River Street North, south of Cobblestone Commons.
• Hydro work will continue at the corner of William Street and Grand River Street North to pull the hydro around the corner to continue service connections.
• Preparation for streetlights continue.
• Planters are being installed on the west side of Grand River Street North...

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Filming Notice - Parking and Traffic Restrictions for downtown St. George

Filming will take place in downtown St. George from Monday, October 20 to Wednesday, October 22, 2025. During this time, residents can expect parking restrictions, intermittent traffic stoppages, and film equipment in reserved parking spots, parking lots, and on sidewalks.

All stores will remain open during their regular business hours, except for Joro Flowers (41 Main Street South) and Main Gift and Décor Gift Shop (32 Main Street South), which will be closed for filming.

We appreciate your...

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Fall Newsletter 2025

We are excited to announce the arrival of the 2025 County of Brant Fall Newsletter!

Fall into the latest County of Brant updates and make the most of autumn in our beautiful communities.

Highlights of this issue include:

🍁 Pedestrian Crossover Updates
🍁 The Downtown Dig updates
🍁 Drop-In Programs
🍁 Engage Brant project updates
🍁 The Climate Corner
🍁 Community and Special Events and more!

Please note - due to ongoing Canada Post strike, the Fall newsletter will not be mailed. View the newsletter...

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Amazon to Build New Delivery Station in the County of Brant

The County of Brant is excited to announce that Amazon will be constructing a new delivery station in the Rest Acres Road/Highway 403 corridor. This investment will enhance the local economy and further strengthen Brant's position as a hub for logistics and commerce.

“We are pleased to welcome Amazon to the County of Brant,” said Mayor David Bailey. “This announcement reflects the value that our community offers to global organizations. We look forward to this partnership and the positive...

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Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is Coming Up on Monday, October 20, 2025!

County of Brant Council approved the use of fireworks during Diwali. Fireworks are permitted only on the day of Diwali, October 20. If you're planning to light up the sky this year, please use caution and make sure to follow the Fireworks Bylaw to keep yourself and your neighbors safe.

Here are some important guidelines to remember:

• You must be over 18 years old to purchase or discharge fireworks.
• Family fireworks can only be discharged on the day of Diwali and the Lunar New Year.
• Family fireworks...

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Program Cancellation on Friday, October 17

Please note that Walking on the Turf and Kinderplay on the Turf at Syl Apps Community Centre will be cancelled on Friday, October 17.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. 

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Urban Area Yard Waste Collection - October 20-24

Friendly reminder that Urban Area Yard Waste Collection is next week, October 20-24!

Curbside yard waste collection is offered to residential properties within urban areas in the County of Brant. Materials are to be set out by 7:00 am on your regular collection day in paper bags/open top rigid containers and bundles of limbs/ branches under 7.5 cm (3 in.) in diameter (max. bundles size 2 ft x 4 ft.).⁠

2025 Yard Waste Collection Weeks:

• ⁠Monday, October 20 to Friday, October 24
• Monday, November 10 to...

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Household Hazardous Waste Day this Saturday, October 18

Household Hazardous Waste Day for County residents will take place this Saturday, October 18 at the Mohawk Street Landfill (20 Morrison Road, Brantford) from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Household hazardous waste includes materials such as paint, solvents, used oils, batteries, and fluorescent light bulbs. These items should not be disposed of in household garbage due to their harmful effects on the environment, humans, and animals.

Please note - ID may be requested to confirm residency in Brant or...

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Engage Brant Service is back on

The Engage Brant website is now back online. The recent technical issue has been resolved, and the site is fully operational. Thank you for your patience while we worked to restore access. You can now visit www.EngageBrant.ca to stay informed and share your feedback on County projects.

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Engage Brant Service Disruption

The Engage Brant website is temporarily unavailable due to a technical issue. The Engagement HQ support team is working to resolve the problem as quickly as possible. We will update you as soon as the issue has been resolved and the site is available. We appreciate your patience and apologize for the inconvenience.

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