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If you are new to the County of Brant or a longtime resident, we're here for you!

The County of Brant consists of several unique communities; each offering their own personality ranging from artistic charisma to outdoor adventure and country charm.  The County offers an attractive quality of life to residents which includes a diverse selection of recreational activities, rich cultural and arts experiences, plenty of beautiful places to hike and paddle, top-shelf shopping and dining options and quick access to major travel routes. The County is home to more than 39,000 people and continues to steadily grow. Home to more than 1340 businesses, the County of Brant has a strong and growing business community. 

The County of Brant is a responsive, healthy and progressive community that recognizes the importance of respect, integrity and team work.  We work to engage the community in meaningful ways.

We hope this will help you find answers to commonly asked questions as well as ways to connect and stay informed on what's happening in Brant!

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For a quick reference, print the community directory.

How do I stay up to date on what's happening in the County of Brant?

There is a lot going on in the County of Brant. 

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  • View the Council and Committee Calendar for hot topics.
  • Watch Council and Committee meetings on the County of Brant YouTube station.
  • Councillors are available to hear your opinions and share information.  Visit www.brant.ca/MeetCouncil.   

For a full listing of contact information, click Contact Us and the Department Directory.

If you have questions, concerns and/or compliments, please call 519.44BRANT or email info@brant.ca. 

Who do I contact about Utilities?
  • Water and Wastewater Services are provided by the County of Brant.
  • Hydro is provided by Energy Plus and Hydro One depending on your location.
  • Natural Gas is provided by Union Gas Limited. 
  • If you are planning on digging/breaking ground, it is your responsibility to get all the proper utility locates. To do so, call Ontario One Call to request a free locate.

For full details, please visit the Utilities page. 

Where do I find my Garbage and Recycling schedule?

Please set out your garbage and blue box by 7:00 am on your collection day. The set out limit is four containers of garbage and unlimited blue box materials each week.

Visit:

  • Waste pick up schedule 
  • Items accepted in the Blue Box
Where do I purchase a Blue Box?  Is there a Green Box?

You can purchase a Blue Box for $8 (includes tax).  If you have purchased a new construction home, your Blue Box is free! 

Blue Boxes can be purchased at the

  • Paris Customer Service Office (66 Grand River St. N. Paris),
  • Burford Administration Office (26 Park Ave. Burford) and

 

Visit the Contact us webpage for a listing of customer service office hours and contact information.

We do not have a Green Box program. However, the County does sell composting containers and encourages backyard composting.  Click for tips on how to compost in your backyard.

Who do I contact about my Taxes?  

Through paying your property taxes, you help fund the services delivered by the County such as road maintenance and repair, recreation programs, emergency services and more.  Click for tax information, contacts and various methods on how to pay your taxes.

I need a new dog license.

By licensing your dog, you can save you and your dog the stress of being lost and picked up by animal control. Click for information about dog licensing. 

Recreation, facilities, parks and trails
  • Looking for a recreation program in Brant?  Visit the Recreation Programs page for more information and to view the latest Community Services Guide online. Registered and drop-in programs are offered for all ages.
  • The County of Brant operates 5 Community Centres (3 are indoor arenas and 1 is an indoor turf facility), an outdoor pool is also open seasonally from June – September.   
  • Brant is lucky to boast over 70 km of trails and 47 parks. Visit the parks, trails and activities page for more information on discovering the beautiful outdoors. 
 I have accessibility questions!
If you have questions about accessibility or a request, please contact Accessibility Services at accessibility@brant.ca or call us. We're here for you!
Residential Condominium Buyers' Guide 
The Ontario government has launched a new  Residential Condominium Buyers' Guide to help condo buyers make informed purchasing decisions. Beginning January 1, 2021, developers across the province will be required to provide purchasers of new or pre-construction residential condos with a copy of the guide and the current disclosure statement. The guide includes up-to-date information on a variety of aspects of condo ownership, such as:
  • The condo purchasing process
  • Moving into a pre-construction residential condo unit
  • Condo living and governance
  • Resources for resolving issues with condo living

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How to find us

Paris Customer Service Office
66 Grand River Street N, Paris
Open Monday through Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Burford Customer Service Office
26 Park Avenue, Burford
Open Monday through Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

T. 519.44BRANT (519.442.7268)
T.F. 1.855.44BRANT
E. info@brant.ca 

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