Urging responsible growth within the County of Brant and Brantford; working together to make our voices heard
Julia Deveau July 30, 2024 As Ontario adapts to higher summer temperatures, migrant farmworkers are particularly vulnerable to heat waves. While here on temporary work permits, many are afraid to speak up for better working conditions, as their employer can easily replace them. Migrant farm workers have closed work permits–tying them to their employer. If … Read More “Protect Ontario Migrant Farmworkers From the Heat” »
Lesley Pinto July 29, 2024 SUMMARY Bella Gardens is a major industrial business subdivision slated for development in the east end of Brantford. The 98-hectare parcel of land is bordered by Garden Ave, Highway 403, Lynden Rd and Adam’s Rd, all within the Johnson Tract which is under land claim by Six Nations of the … Read More “Major Industrial Subdivision Coming to East Brantford” »
Ashley Perry July 10, 2024 SUMMARY The City of Brantford wants to expand Powerline Road between Paris Road and Brantford’s East boundary near Brantwood Farms to four lanes, due to massive planned development and population increase north of Powerline Rd. The area of study for the road expansion includes rural and agricultural land on the … Read More “Powerline Road Expansion” »