Proposed Heritage Designation
In Ontario, the conservation of cultural heritage resources is considered a matter of public interest. The Ontario Heritage Act gives municipalities and the provincial government powers to preserve the heritage of Ontario. The primary focus of the Act is the protection of heritage buildings,
The decision about whether a property should be designated or not, is based strictly on its cultural heritage value.
How do I designate my property?
If you are interested in having your property designated, you will need to provide a Description of the Property, Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest and Description of Heritage Attributes.
Under the Ontario Heritage Act, the County of Brant designates heritage properties to publicly acknowledge their value to our community. Designating heritage properties also helps to ensure the conservation of these important places for present and future generations to enjoy.
For inquiries, contact the County of Brant Arts, Culture and Heritage Officer below: