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The County of Brant Invites Residents to Shape the New Downtown Paris Streetscape Features

The County of Brant is calling on residents and businesses to get involved in the Downtown Dig by helping select the new streetscape features that will bring the vision for Downtown Paris to life. Residents are invited to vote on their favourite designs for new light fixtures, benches, and bike racks—essential elements of the revitalized downtown streetscape.

"We’re thrilled to involve the community in shaping the finer details of this transformative project,” said Mayor David Bailey. “These...

Urban Area Yard Waste Collection will take place next week - November 25-29

Urban Area Yard Waste Collection will take place next week, November 25-29, 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...

Notice of Construction - Paris Grand Subdivision

Please be advised that Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd. will begin grading and servicing activities, of the existing Bendemere Road, on about November 25th, 2024 (weather permitting), for a period of approximately Seven (7) months. We ask that you please use extra caution when travelling on Bendemere Road, as crews will be present. This work is being completed as a component of Stage 1b of the residential Development of Paris Grand Subdivision. The scope of work, for this project, includes the...

The Winter Community Services Guide is coming on Thursday, December 19!

The Winter Community Services Guide is coming on Thursday, December 19!

You can view the Guide online or pick up a printed copy at any County of Brant Customer Service office or community centre. The Winter guide is packed with information about drop-in and registered recreation programs for all ages, parks, events, and community contacts. It also includes 2025 Summer Camp information so that parents can get an early start on their summer planning.  

Save the Date(s):

• Winter Program Registration opens...

Drop-in Program Cancellations - November 20

Please be advised of the following drop-in program cancellations for tonight, November 20, at North Ward Public School.

• Drop-in Children's Dodgeball, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
• Drop-in Co-ed Adult Badminton

We are sorry for any inconvenience. To find the complete schedule of drop-in Recreation programs in the County of Brant visit the Drop-In Recreation Calendar.

West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure, November 20-21

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place on West River Street at William Street in Paris. The closure is expected to last from Wednesday, November 20, 5:00 pm until Thursday, November 21, 7:00 am. Full details are listed below:

Location: West River Street at William Street

Work Dates: Wednesday, November 20, 5:00 pm until Thursday, November 21, 7:00 am

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

Reason: Full road reconstruction including replacement of...

County of Brant Celebrates Successful 2024 Culture Days

The County of Brant is pleased to share the success of this year’s Culture Days, held from September 20 to October 13, 2024. The 2024 event marked the first time Brant was chosen as a Culture Days Festival Hub, thanks to the community’s enthusiastic participation in last year’s inaugural event. 

“This year’s Culture Days celebration was a testament to the incredible community we have right here in Brant,” said County of Brant Mayor David Bailey. “As a municipality, we are proud to have supported...

West River Street Reconstruction 2024 – Temporary Road Closure, November 19-20

Please be advised of a temporary road closure taking place on West River Street at Charlotte Street in Paris. The closure is expected to last from Tuesday, November 19, 5:00 pm until Wednesday, November 20, 7:00 am. Full details are listed below:

Location: West River Street at Charlotte Street

Work Dates: Tuesday, November 19, 5:00 pm until Wednesday, November 20, 7:00 am

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

Reason: Full road reconstruction including replacement of...

Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - November 19

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 today.

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.

Emergency Road Closure Reopened– Ayr Road

Please be advised that Ayr Road between Paris Plains Church Road and Keg Lane has reopened.

Thank you for your patience. Please refer to Municipal511 for the most up-to-date information regarding road construction and closures.