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Public Swim Cancelled - July 15, 2025

Please be advised that the Public Swim, scheduled for Tuesday, July 15 from 12:30 – 3:30 pm at the Paris Community Pool, has been cancelled due to unexpected maintenance. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

For updates on the Paris Community Pool follow the County of Brant on Facebook, Instagram and X and subscribe to news and notices.

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Special Air Quality Alert Cancellation and Open-Air Burning Reminder

Environment Canada has cancelled the Special Air Quality Statement for our area.

However, we continue to encourage all residents to monitor air quality conditions and abide by the County’s Open-Air Burning Bylaw. Please remember: no open-air burning is permitted during air quality or smog alerts.

Learn more about wildfire smoke, air quality, and your health by visiting the Government of Canada's website.

For more information on Open-Air Burning in the County, visit the Open-Air Burning and Permits

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Park vs. Park - Ward 5 Park Winner Announced and Final Round Voting Begins!

Onondaga Ball Park has officially knocked it out of the park to become the Ward 5 winner in the Park vs. Park showdown!⁠

Located at 31 Brantford Street in Onondaga, this local favourite is where community spirit thrives. From playground fun and basketball games to cheering from the bleachers and picnicking under the sun— it’s no wonder this park stole the show.⁠

Voting for the ultimate park champion is now open until Sunday,...

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Air Quality Alert & Open-Air Burning Reminder

Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement for our area due to smoke from forest fires. 

Please note: As outlined in the County’s Open-Air Burning Bylaw, no open-air burning is permitted during air quality or smog alerts.

Learn more about wildfire smoke, air quality and your health by visiting the Government of Canada's website.

To learn more about Open-Air Burning in the County visit the Open-Air Burning and Permits page on our website.

Let’s all do our part to stay safe and protect...

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St George Tennis Courts temporarily closed until Monday, July 21

Please be advised the St. George Tennis Courts will be closed for routine maintenance beginning today, July 14, 2025 until Monday, July 21. We apologize for any inconvenience.

For updates follow the County of Brant on Facebook, Instagram and X and subscribe to news and notices. 

To find other Tennis courts in the County of Brant visit the Tennis webpage.

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Storm Sewer Maintenance in New Durham July 15-18, 2025

The County of Brant will be conducting routine inspection and maintenance work on the Storm Sewer System in the following areas of New Durham:

• Harley Road
• Orth Drive

The work is scheduled to take place from Tuesday, July 15, to Friday, July 18, between the hours of 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.

This routine maintenance work involves high pressure cleaning and Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) video inspection of the storm sewers. The high pressure cleaning and CCTV video activity is to be completed on County...

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The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario Visits the County of Brant

Mayor David Bailey and County of Brant Council were pleased to welcome the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, the Honourable Edith Dumont to the County of Brant on July 10 and 11, 2025.

“We were privileged to have welcomed the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, the Honourable Edith Dumont, to the County of Brant, and we appreciate her taking the time to visit,” said Mayor David Bailey. “Her Honour shares a vision that I connect with, which is a commitment to building relationships, working together,...

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Main Street and Dumfries Street, Paris - Reconstruction

The reconstruction of Dumfries Street from Main Street to the dead end, and of Catherine Street from Dumfries Street to Washington Street is anticipated to start on or about Monday, July 21, 2025. The work is expected to take approximately 12 weeks to complete.

Phase 1 – July to October 2025:

• Dumfries Street from Main Street to the dead end
• Catherine Street from Dumfries Street to Washington Street

Phase 2 – October to December 2025:

• Main Street from Washington Street to Creeden Street

Project...

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Special Air Quality Statement Issued for Brant

Please be advised that Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement for the County of Brant for Monday, July 14.

Smoke from forest fires over northern Ontario has moved into the area, causing the air quality to deteriorate. Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. The poor air quality may persist through the day and possibly into Tuesday for some areas.

As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing...

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Heat warning issued for Brant on July 11, 2025

The Medical Officer of Health for Grand Erie Public Health is issuing a heat warning, effective July 11, 2025.

A heat warning is issued when Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasts two consecutive days with a maximum daily temperature of 31°C or higher during the day and a minimum temperature of 20°C or higher during the evening, or a humidex of 40°C or higher. The warning will remain in effect until a cancellation notice is issued.

To help keep everyone cool and safe during the heat, we...

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