Parks

Following alongside the Province of Ontario’s guidelines, the County of Brant is re-opening additional outdoor recreational amenities.

Please note, County-owned trails and parks are open for public use.

Below is a list of additional recreational amenities which are re-opening for use:

As of May 27, 2020, outdoor picnic shelters are open.
As of May 27, 2020, all skate parks are open.
As of May 27, 2020, all sports fields are open for casual use only (no organized or team sports at this time).
As of May 27, 2020, all basketball / multi-purpose courts are open (no organized or team sports at this time)..
As of May 30, 2020, Bean Park River Access point and Penman’s Dam Portage/Launch are open. Eric Thomlinson River Access point in Glen Morris re-opened on May 16, 2020.

Safety protocols and additional information are available for the above recreational amenities at www.brant.ca/COVID-19

Outdoor park amenities such as tables and benches will not be sanitized and you should wash or sanitize your hands before and after use. The sports fields are not being regularly groomed, maintained or inspected, so please use at your own risk.

Residents are required to practice physical distancing at all times. Do not gather in groups of more than five (5) people and do not share equipment or multi-use courts with individuals who do not live in your household.

As directed by the Province of Ontario, the following amenities remain closed:

Outdoor playgrounds, play structures and equipment
Outdoor fitness equipment
Outdoor pools and splash pads
Indoor recreational facilities

Please visit www.brant.ca/COVID19 for updates.

Whether you're looking for a playground, walking path, sports fields, court, picnic area or a place to walk your dog, there's a spot for you.
Contact us if you are interested in reserving a park or if you have any concerns about parks or playground equipment.

We have 47 parks throughout our communities in - areas are listed below or seach parks here:

Listing of parks in Brant (PDF)

Parks News:

Fundraising is underway for the Pete Lavoie Little League Diamonds
Visit the Pete Lavoie Lavoie Little League Diamonds Page

No Smoking Legislations in Playgrounds & Sports Areas
The Basics
The Smoke-Free Ontario Act prohibits smoking tobacco in enclosed workplaces, enclosed public places and other designated places in Ontario to protect workers and the public from second-hand smoke. New legislation was introduced on January 1, 2015:
How the Act Affects: Children's Playgrounds
How the Act Affects: Sporting Areas

We want your feedback on Community Park Projects:

Look back for updates on upcoming park projects