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08/27/2026

Congratulations to FreshCo. on their grand opening in the County of Brant! The store, located at 10 Markel Drive also presented a donation to the Salvation Army for $2,500.

08/26/2026

Congratulations to Shoppers Drug Mart on their Grand Opening last week at 10 Markel Drive!

08/11/2026

The County of Brant is inviting residents and visitors to experience local agriculture during Farm Crawl Brant, taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026. 🚜🐮

This one-day, self-guided, ticketed driving tour, running from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, will provide participants with the opportunity to visit five local farms, meet the farmers behind the products, learn about agriculture in Brant and support local businesses.

This year's event is presented in partnership with our friends at Farm Crawl Hamilton and is supported by RTO3 - Hamilton Halton Brant through the 2026/2027 Partnership Fund Program.

Visitors to Farm Crawl Brant will enjoy behind-the-scenes experiences while exploring a variety of participating farms throughout the County. Each stop will offer a unique opportunity to discover how local food and agricultural products are grown, raised and produced.

"Brant's agricultural community plays an important role in our local economy and helps shape the character of our rural communities," said Zach Gable, Director of Economic Development and Tourism. "Farm Crawl Brant provides a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to connect directly with local farmers, learn about agriculture and experience everything our farming community has to offer."

Participating farms in 2026 Farm Crawl Brant include:
📍Glenridge Hazelnuts located in Glen Morris
📍Moore Farms Ayr located just outside of Paris
📍Brantview Apples and Cider located in St. George
📍Browndale Farm located in Paris
📍Blue Gables Acres Inc located in Paris

“Thank you to the participating farms,” said Gable. “We are incredibly fortunate to have a farming community that is eager to share its passion and expertise with others. By opening their farms to residents and visitors, they are helping foster a greater appreciation for local agriculture and the important contributions farming makes to the County of Brant.”

Tickets are required to participate in the event and are now available for purchase on the website. As tickets are limited, we encourage you to purchase yours early to avoid disappointment.

We look forward to celebrating Farm Crawl Brant with the community and visitors this September!

To learn more about Farm Crawl Brant and stay up to date, visit brant.ca/FarmCrawl

07/24/2026

On Thursday, July 23, FedDev Ontario announced a number of businesses in the Waterloo and Brant regions that received funding through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative. This announcement included an announcement of three (3) County of Brant businesses who recieved a combined $1.405M in funding. These businesses include;

- Cravo Equipment - To grow by expanding into new international markets and diversifying into new Canadian markets by adapting Canadian-designed retractable roof greenhouse systems for local needs, utilizing local partners.

- Fowler Metal Industries - To enhance productivity and support growth through software, network infrastructure, machinery and welding fixture upgrades, and diversify into new markets.

- Walters Group - To enhance manufacturing capabilities through facility upgrades, improving productivity, quality and safety while supporting growth in the Canadian mining sector and market diversification.

For more information on the funding annoucement, visit https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-invests-nearly-405-million-in-waterloo-and-brant-region-businesses-and-organizations-to-expand-capacity-and-compete-for-a-more.html

07/18/2026

Tickets are now available for the 2026 Salute to Brant Business Event!

Shining a spotlight on the local business community, this year’s event will take place on Thursday, September 24, 2026 from 5:30 to 9:30 pm at the TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre.

This annual event provides an opportunity for local businesses to network, enjoy local food and drink, celebrate industry leaders with awards and hear from a talented keynote speaker.

A limited number of tickets are available. To learn more about Salute to Brant and purchase your tickets today, visit brant.ca/Salute

07/17/2026

The County of Brant's July edition of its Economic Development and Tourism Newsletter is live! In this edition you'll find information about Salute to Brant registration, the Downtown Paris Promenade, and the new edition of Locale!

Check out the newsletter here! ▶️https://mailchi.mp/e646d1cfd5e7/brantnewsletterjuly2026

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06/26/2026

Notice: County of Brant Provides Update on The Bawcutt Centre 📣

County of Brant Council has approved a plan to move forward with the renovation of The Bawcutt Centre (formerly the Paris Old Town Hall).

The approved plan includes a partnership with Wingbury Properties to oversee the renovation and help bring new commercial opportunities to the building, while ownership will remain with the County. Space within the building will also continue to support County programming.

As one of Canada's oldest civic buildings and a National Historic Site, this partnership represents an important step toward preserving The Bawcutt Centre for future generations while returning it to active community use.

To learn more about the approved plan and the history of The Bawcutt Centre, visit brant.ca/BawcuttCentreUpdate and read the full media release.

06/13/2026

Congratulations to Beech Tree Health Clinic on their grand opening! Beech Tree Health is located at 3 Elm Street in Paris!

06/11/2026

As Canada prepares to play it's first World Cup game on Friday Afternoon, they will be playing on grass that is grown in the County of Brant! Greenhorizons Sod Farms' Specialty Turf Facility in Burford will be supplying grass to World Cup facilities across Ontario!

Check out the YouTube video of the CTV report -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUu_3W2dfIk

06/10/2026

🚧 Your local purchase has a bigger impact than you might think.

Did you know that 66 cents of every dollar spent at a small business stays local, compared to just 11 cents spent at a major retailer?

When you shop, dine, or use services in downtown Paris, you're helping support local jobs, local families, community events, and the businesses that make our downtown unique.

During construction, every visit and every purchase matters.

☕ Grab a coffee
🍽️ Enjoy a meal
🛍️ Shop local
❤️ Support local and most importantly spread the word!

Together, we can help our downtown businesses thrive today and into the future.

Follow the Downtown Paris, Ontario and view the Downtown Business Directory online at brant.ca/DowntownParisDirectory to learn more.

Address

31 Mechanic Street, Suite 207
Paris, ON
N3L1K1

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15194427262

Website

https://invest.brant.ca/

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