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West River Street Road Closure Update

Please be advised that West River Street is now closed between 112 West Street and Mechanic Street. 

Closure Details

Location: West River Street between 112 West Street and Mechanic Street

Work Dates: Wednesday, June 18 through Friday, June 20 (weather permitting)

Work Performed by: BEECH Infrastructure Group Ltd. (L82 East) for County of Brant

Reason: Road construction – placement of concrete sidewalks

Notes:

• No through traffic, local and emergency vehicles only
• No access to West River Street from...

Emergency Road Closure Update - Maple Ave South on June 18, 2025

Update - Maple Avenue South between Burford Delhi Townline Road and Norwich Road has reopened.

Please refer to Municipal511 for the most up-to-date information regarding road construction and closures.

It is our goal to minimize any inconvenience to our residents. Your patience through any disruption will be greatly appreciated.

Paris Sanitary Sewer Maintenance June

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

• Mount Elgin Street
• Jasmine Drive
• Ann Street
• Monk Street

The work is scheduled to take place during the day from Thursday June 19, to Friday, June 20, and on Monday, June 23, between the hours of 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

This routine maintenance work involves high pressure cleaning of the sanitary sewers in the roadway followed by a video inspection of the pipes. The...

Ball Diamond Cancellation on June 18, 2025

Please be advised that all County of Brant ball diamonds are closed on Wednesday, June 18 due to field conditions. 

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

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Official Plan Housekeeping Update

The County of Brant is proposing changes to A Simply Grand Plan 2023, the Official Plan for the County of Brant, and we want to hear from you!

Join us for a Public Meeting regarding the Proposed Official Plan amendments.

• Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
• Time: 6:00 pm
• Location: County of Brant Council Chambers, (7 Broadway Street West, Paris). The meeting can also be viewed on the County of Brant YouTube Channel at brant.ca/Live

Project File Number: OPA3-25             

Staff Contact: Brandon Kortleve, Manager of Policy...

West River Street Road Closure Extended

Please note, the West River Street closure between William Street and Mechanic Street has been extended until Friday, June 20, weather permitting. 

Closure Details

Location: West River Street between William Street and Mechanic Street

Work Dates: Wednesday, June 11 until Friday, June 20 (weather permitting). 

Work Performed by: BEECHI Infrastructure Group Ltd. (L82 East) for County of Brant

Reason: Road construction – placement of concrete curbs

Notes:

• No through traffic, local and emergency vehicles only
• No...

Upcoming Road Closure - 4th Annual St. George Business Association Car Show

The 4th Annual St. George Business Association Car Show will be held on Sunday, June 22, 2025. During this time, several roads and parking lots in downtown St. George will be closed. 

Details of Closures:

Locations:

• Main Street South between Thompson Street and Beverly Street
• High Street between West Street and Lorimor Street
• Parking lot 8 on the corner of Beverly Street West and Main Street South
• Parking lot 9 on the corner of Main Street South and High Street

Dates: Sunday, June 22, 2025, 6:00 am...

County of Brant Exceeds the Fundraising Goal for the New Wilkin Family Community Centre

The County of Brant is excited to share that it has exceeded its fundraising goal for the new Wilkin Family Community Centre. This achievement comes following the news that the County has received a grant to support the project.

“There are so many people in the community that we would like to thank for helping with this project,” said Mayor David Bailey. “Thank you to all the donors for their incredible generosity. The support you have shown demonstrates why the County of Brant is such a...

Park vs. Park - Vote for your favourite Ward 2 Park!

This summer, the County of Brant is turning up the heat with Park vs. Park, a fun and friendly showdown to crown Brant’s Favourite Park!

Visit the Park vs Park Engage Brant webpage and vote for your favourite Ward 2 park by hitting the Thumbs Up icon under its photo — it's that easy.

The park with the most votes will move on to the Park vs. Park championship round for a chance to win an exciting celebration this fall! 

Ward 2 Parks - North Paris

• Axton Park (57 Schuyler Street, Paris)

• Bemrose Park (56...

St George Tennis Courts opening Saturday, June 14

We are pleased to announce that resurfacing is complete at the St. George tennis courts and they will open for the season on Saturday, June 14. The St. George tennis courts are located at the Gaukel Memorial Community Centre (7 Gaukel Drive, St. George).

To use the tennis courts in Paris and St. George, a key is required. Residents can obtain one for $21.47 per family, which is good for the whole year.

How to purchase a key:

• Visit the COBConnect webpage and select Sign In.
• Once you are logged in,...