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Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - February 6, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection tonight.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

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Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services donates ambulance to Hospital in Nigeria

Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services are proud to announce the donation of a fully equipped ambulance to the Institute of Sisters of Immaculate Heart of Mary Mother of Christ in Nkpor, Nigeria.

The donation comes following a request from Dr. Mary de Porres Ilo, an Emergency physician at the Brantford General Hospital and a Catholic nun and missionary from Nigeria. Dr. Ilo reached out to Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services following learning that ambulances are auctioned off once decommissioned. She...

Public entrance update - Burford Customer Service Office - Wednesday, February 7

Please be aware that there will be a temporary change in the public entrance at the Burford Customer Service Office on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. During this time visitors will be redirected to use the east/staff entrance. Signage will be posted to assist those visiting the building.

Thank you for your patience and we apologize for any inconvenience.

For more information on Customer Service locations visit our website.

Garbage & Recycling Collection on Monday, February 5, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection tonight.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

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Interim Tax Bills have been mailed

Interim Tax bills have been mailed. They are based on 50% of the 2023 tax rates.

The due dates are February 29, 2024, and April 30, 2024. If you have not received a tax bill, please contact the tax division.

There are a number of ways you can pay your taxes:

• Municipal taxes can be paid at Customer Service Offices in:
  • Burford, 26 Park Ave, Burford
  • Paris, 66 Grand River St. N, Paris
  • St. George Library, 78 Main St. N, St George
  • Scotland-Oakland Library, 281 Oakland Rd, Scotland
  • Burford Library, 24 Park Ave,...

County of Brant recognized as one of Ontario’s top communities for 2023 Culture Days

The County of Brant is delighted to share that it has been chosen as a top 10 community for the 2023 Ontario Culture Days, ranking 3rd for Top Rural/Small Town.

“We are so pleased with the success of our first Brant Celebrates Culture Days,” said County of Brant Mayor David Bailey. “The County of Brant's inclusion in the top 3 for small towns is a testament to our dedication to promoting and celebrating the arts across Brant, and also reflects the passion and creativity of our residents.”

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Garbage & Recycling Collection Delay Notice - January 30, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection tonight.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm tonight, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

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Celebrate Winter Active this February in the County of Brant

The County of Brant Community Services team is inviting residents to beat the winter blues and get moving, both indoors and out, this February with our annual Winter Active celebration.

“During the winter months, especially February, we are more inclined to stay inside and hibernate,” said County of Brant Mayor David Bailey. “Winter Active encourages residents of all ages to get out into the community and enjoy a number of free and low-cost activities!”

A wide range of free and low-cost...

Garbage and Recycling Collection Delay - January 29, 2024

It is anticipated Garbage and Recycling in some areas of today’s collection will not get picked up by 5:00 pm. Collection Crews are working diligently and are hopeful to complete collection today.

If your material has not been picked up by 8:00 pm tonight, please either leave your materials curbside overnight, or remove and place it back at curbside by 7:00 am tomorrow morning, and it will be collected by the end of day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

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Park Closure Notice - Burford Lions Art Cadman Park

Please be advised that the Burford Lions Art Cadman Park is closed due to flooding until further notice. We remind the public to continue to exercise caution around all waterways. For more information about Parks in the County of Brant, visit the Parks webpage.