Community Partnership

The County of Brant is committed to helping local groups and not-for-profit community volunteers grow and thrive.

On this page:

• Community Partnership Policy
• Key Highlights
• Our Community Partners
• Get involved

Community Partnership Policy

The Community Partnership Policy provides support, resources, and opportunities to make it easier for community groups to offer programs and services that benefit the residents in the County of Brant.

• View the Community Partnership Policy (PDF)

Key Highlights

• Supporting Community Groups – Building strong relationships between the County of Brant and local groups to ensure their long term success.
• Easy Application Process – A simple way for groups of any size become community partners.
• Staff Support – A dedicated liaison to assist community partners.
• Discounted Facility Rentals – Reduced rates for County spaces.
• Funding Resources – Information on grants and funding opportunities, including the County’s community grant program.
• Marketing and Publicity – Assistance promoting community program or event(s).
• Discounted Advertising – Reduced rates for Community Service Guide advertisements.
• Cost-Sharing Opportunities – Potential for shared funding for community projects.
• Facility Booking – Access to County of Brant facility spaces (excluding ice, turf, gymnasium, outdoor pool, arena floor, and outdoor sports fields).
• School Facility Access – Priority booking through agreements with local school boards.
• Program Development Support – Work in partnership with County of Brant to develop new programming opportunities currently not being offered.

Our Current Partners

We are grateful for the support of the following community partners:

• Brant Battalion Minor Hockey Association
• Brantford Brant County Community Cricket League
• Brantford Girls Hockey Association
• Burford Figure Skating
• Burford Minor Hockey Association
• Darmont GivesBack
• Paris Figure Skating Club
• Paris Lawn Bowling Club
• Paris Ringette Association
• Paris Titans
• Scotland Optimist
• St. George Youth Soccer

Get Involved!

If your community group is looking for support, resources, or partnership opportunities, we’re here to help! To become a community partner, or to learn more, contact:

Lisa Koekoek Recreation Coordinator
County of Brant
519.44BRANT (519.442.7268 x 3207)