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Best Views From the Trails

Posted on Monday, June 27, 2022 11:42 AM

Brantford is home to over 70 km of nature trails, with many winding along the serene Grand River, a Canadian Heritage River. Your options are endless as The Hub of Ontario Trails connects you to Hamilton, Port Dover, Cambridge, and beyond.

The Gordon Glaves Memorial Pathway Grand River Loop is a great spot for viewing all nature has to offer. The views along this 15 km stretch of trail are beautiful and if you’re lucky, you might spot a bald eagle soar down the river. There are many scenic lookout...

July 2022 Events in Brantford

Posted on Monday, June 27, 2022 09:00 AM

View a list of upcoming events happening in Brantford this July. Please note that event information can change. We recommend visiting the event’s website or social media page, or contacting the event organizer directly for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Brantford’s Canada Day Celebration

When:  Friday, July 1, 2022

Where:  Lion’s Park/Steve Brown, 20 Edge St. Brantford  N3T 1A6  519-759-6120

brantford.ca or email CanadaDay@brantford.ca

Fee: free

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Best Summer Views in Brantford

Posted on Monday, June 13, 2022 09:00 AM

We have all undoubtedly enjoyed watching nature spring back to life, and with summer about to arrive now is the perfect time to get outdoors and capture many of the abundant, picturesque views that Brantford has to offer. 

  • Enjoy a stunning horticultural display at Lorne Park, a charming, century-old city park featuring manicured expanses and meticulously planted gardens. 
  • Just over the bridge from Lorne Park, you will find Jubilee Terrace with inviting benches and Brant’s Crossing, both offering...

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June is Bike Month

Posted on Tuesday, June 07, 2022 03:47 PM

The City of Brantford is encouraging residents to include cycling in their daily routine in celebration of Bike Month this June. Bike Month is a great way to explore the benefits of cycling and encourage healthy and active lifestyles. In recognition of bike month there are many different activities being offered to encourage residents to get excited about cycling.

Some of the events taking place during Bike Month include:

Bike Month Community Scavenger Hunt

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Turbo tubing on the Grand River

Turbo Tubing with Grand River Rafting

Posted on Thursday, May 19, 2022 06:19 PM

Grand River Rafting paddles some of the best sections of the Grand River and floating down the river in a turbo tube is something people of all ages can enjoy.

There are a variety of routes to choose from and trips average two to five hours. The picturesque Grand River provides a beautiful wilderness setting with lots of wildlife along the route including bald eagles, blue herons, turtles, fish, deer and many species of birds.

The Five Oaks to Brant Park route is the shortest trip taking about two...