Community and Social Resources
Various organizations provide assistance and resources for individuals and families. Many of the County's social services such as housing, childcare and employment are provided by the City of Brantford.
If you're not sure where to start, contact 211 for a full list of community resources in the County of Brant.
Affordable Housing |
The City of Brantford delivers housing services on behalf of the County of Brant. Visit the City of Brantford Housing webpage for information. Affordable rental housing units are available across the City of Brantford and the County of Brant. These include apartments, townhouses, semi-detached and single-family homes. The County of Brant owns and operates Russell Heights (50 High St., St. George) in partnership with the City of Brantford Housing Department. We offer rent geared-to-income and market rent housing which provides affordable housing to tenants in the County of Brant. The John Noble Home offers additional affordable housing options for seniors. Visit the Salvation Army Housing Resource Centre (HRC). It is a free community service that helps housed and homeless individuals in Brantford-Brant to ensure that those at risk of homelessness maintain their housing and those experiencing homelessness have access to emergency shelter and support to find permanent housing. |
Child Care Services |
Families are eligible for childcare subsidy when criteria is met and financial need is identified for both After School Program and any Day Camp. The City of Brantford delivers child care services on behalf of the County of Brant. |
Community Gardens |
The County of Brant has partnered with Equal Grounds Community Gardens on the development of Community Gardens in Brant. These are located at: Scotland Community Centre, 85 Simcoe Street, Scotland Axton Park, 57 Schuyler Street, Paris Russell Heights, 50 High Street, St George. Looking for ways to get involved? Visit the Equal Ground Community Gardens Website for more information on the program. |
Education and Learning |
Schoolboards Other programs
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Emergency Services |
Visit the Emergency Services and Healthcare webpage. |
Emergency Shelters |
Emergency Shelter services are available for:
Visit the City of Brantford's Emergency Shelter webpage for information. |
Employment Support |
The City of Brantford delivers employment support and training services on behalf of the County of Brant. For more information, visit the City of Brantford's Employment Support webpage. |
Food Banks and Food Pantries |
Burford Community Food Bank: The Burford Community Food Bank is located at Fellowship Baptist Church in town and provides food for those in need.
Cedarview Church in Paris: Visit the Cedarview Church Food Pantry on Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Feed Brant: Is available to help residents find free and low-cost places to get, grow, learn about, and eat food in Brantford and the County of Brant Our Little Free Pantry in Paris: The Little Free Pantry is accessible to all residents.
Out Little Free Pantry in Scotland: The Little Free Pantry is accessible to all residents.
Paris Salvation Army Food Bank: Available for residents of the County of Brant who meet certain eligibility requirements. Eligible residents can receive food assistance every 30 days.
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Immigration Support |
If you are new to the County or are considering moving here, visit the City of Brantford's Newcomer Connections to find local information, resources and services to help you build your new life here. Newcomer Welcome Bags are available at the Brant Sports Complex, 144 Powerline Road in Paris. Open Monday though Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm and 8:30 am to 8:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. |
Mental Health |
Please reach out if you need help.
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Ontario Works |
Ontario Works provides financial and employment assistance to individuals and families who are in need. For more information, visit the City of Brantford's Ontario Works webpage. |
Public Transit |
Visit the Brant Transit webpage. |
Senior Services |
Access Ability - Seniors Guide to Services includes information about:
The County of Brant and City of Brantford Master Aging Plan includes information about:
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