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Colborne Street West is now open to traffic.

Colborne Street West has been reopened to traffic following an emergency hydro repair. We appreciate the public’s patience and attention during this unexpected closure. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Emergency Road Closure - Colborne Street West

Please note Colborne Street West between Bishopsgate and Highway 24 is currently closed due to an emergency hydro repair.

Location:

• Colborne Street West between Bishopsgate Road and Highway 24

Date:

• Tuesday, October 7, 2025, until further notice

By:

• County of Brant

Notes:

• Emergency Hydro repair
• No through traffic, emergency vehicles only

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

It is our goal to minimize any inconvenience to our...

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The Brant Youth Centre opens for the season on Tuesday, October 14!

The Brant Youth Centre opens for the season on Tuesday, October 14!

The Youth Centre provides a safe and welcoming space youth ages 11-15 years to get active, spend time with friends, and try new activities — encouraging healthy lifestyles, social connection, and community involvement.

Brant Youth Centre

Hours:

• Tuesdays, from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Location:

• Syl Apps Community Centre, (51 William Street, Paris)

Ages:

• 11-15 years

Youth Centre Memberships are $21.00 for the season (October 2025 – June 2026)....

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Notice of Construction - Lane closure on Bethel Road

Please note that as part of the Bethel Road and Pottruff Servicing Reconstruction Project, a lane closure will be in effect today to accommodate ongoing construction work.

Location:

• West bound lane, within the left-turn lane transition, directly in front of 99 Bethel Road

Work Dates:

• Tuesday, October 07 to Wednesday, October 08 (weather dependent)

Work Performed by:

• Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd.

Reason:

• Sanitary forcemain final connection

Notes:

• Through traffic, local, and emergency access will be...

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Construction Notice Bethel Road and Pottruff Road Servicing Reconstruction 2025

Construction will continue next week on Bethel Road as part of the Bethel Road and Potruff Road Servicing Reconstruction. 

Locations:

• Bethel Road between Rest Acres Road and Folsetter Drive

Work Dates:

• Tuesday, October 7 and Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Work Preformed by:

• Regional Sewer and Watermain Ltd.

Reason:

• Sanitary Forcemain Connection

Notes:

• One westbound lane will be closed to facilitate the work
• Through traffic will be maintained
• Local access will be maintained
• Emergency access will be...

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Expanding Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in the County of Brant

The County of Brant, in partnership with Brant Municipal Enterprises,  now has 10 electric charging stations with 20 charging ports located throughout the County.

The newest chargers were recently installed in the municipal parking lot in front of the County of Brant’s Council Chambers (7 Broadway Street West, Paris).

In addition, the following County-owned properties offer charging stations for electric vehicles:

• Brant Sports Complex, 944 Powerline Rd, Brant
• Burford Community Centre, 14 Potter Dr,...

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Downtown Dig Update - Oct 3 2025

Exciting news as the Downtown Dig progresses!

New developments this week include:   

Strip Drain

The strip drain was installed on the west side of the street.  The purpose of this drain is to collect and quickly remove excess water from the surface to prevent flooding, pooling, and structural damage. It is a linear drainage system, often used in modern indoor and outdoor areas, that intercepts water and channels it to an outlet.

Roll Over Curb

As well, the installation of the curb along the west side...

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Temporary Road Use and Parking Restrictions for Back in Black Filming

The Back in Black production will begin filming in Paris starting on Thursday, October 2. 

Location 1:

• West side of Baird Street from Banfield Street to 31 Baird Street
• Jane Street between Baird Street and 14 Jane Street

Dates:

• Starting on Thursday, October 2 at 12:00 pm through to Wednesday, October 8, 11:00 pm

Notes:

• Parking restrictions weekdays, weeknights and weekends

Location 2:

• West side of Baird Street from Banfield Street to 29 Baird Street
• Jane Street between Baird Street and 12 Jane...

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October is International Walk to School Month (IWALK)

Did you know? October is International Walk to School Month (IWALK)!

One of the best things about living in the County of Brant is enjoying safe, walkable communities. Whether it’s heading to school, the park, or the library, walking together makes our neighbourhoods healthier, friendlier, and more connected.

IWALK encourages students and families to walk or wheel to school — supporting active lifestyles, safer school zones, and greener communities for everyone.

Learn more about safe routes to...

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Please keep our cemeteries clean and peaceful

The County of Brant is asking residents to check their loved one’s graves to ensure that lots meet the requirements within the Cemetery Bylaw. This helps provide a safe working environment for staff operations (including grass cutting, trimming, and snow removal) and for visitors within the cemetery.

• Shrubs: must be dwarf varieties under 3 ft (0.9 m) in height, and are only permitted on lots with an upright monument.
• Flower beds: Permitted in front of and along the base of an upright monument,...

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