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Get the Scoop on Dairee Delite!

A fixture in the Brantford community, Dairee Delite is a 50s style ice cream shop that has proudly served Brantford since 1953. For more than 60 years, the quaint ice cream shop has delighted customers with frozen treats, from ice cream cones and banana splits, to strawberry shortcakes and frozen cakes.

Dairee Delite’s season typically begins in mid-March (around March Break) and ends in September, but is weather dependent. This year, their grand opening has unfortunately been delayed as result...

2020 Cycling in Ontario Guide is Here!

Calling all cyclists! The 2020 Cycling in Ontario / Le velo en Ontario guide is now available online at www.ontariobybike.ca/2020.

This 40-page annual guide, available in English and French, is full of ideas and information to inspire cyclists to explore more of Ontario by bike.  The City of Brantford is featured in the new guide as a desirable cycling destination in Central Ontario.

In April of 2017, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport launched Tour by Bike – Ontario’s Cycling Tourism...

Serenity Country Candles Offering Curbside Pickup!

Serenity Country Candles is truly a gem in Brantford’s retail market. Proudly serving the Brantford community since 2005, Serenity began selling their product out of the Brantford Farmers’ Market. They opened their retail location at 44 Holme Street in December 2006.

If you are a fan of Serenity Country Candles, you are likely missing the ambience of being in their tranquil store. One step inside the door and you are greeted by friendly hellos, the sound of trickling water, gentle meditative music,...

Happy Earth Day!

The first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the movement, which is now lead by Earth Day Network, the world’s largest organization championing positive change for the environment.

Despite the current obstacles we face as individuals and as a community under Covid-19 restrictions, there are plenty of positives surrounding us when we look for them. Many countries are enjoying the lowest pollution levels and clearest skies they’ve seen in years,...

Local Brews - Bring the Patio Home

Have you started to brave the cool weather to take advantage of the sunshine on your patio? Nothing pairs with a patio like delicious, locally brewed beer. Brantford offers several local options for you to choose from and with the grass turning green and plants making their appearance all around, warm weather is just around the corner. Check out these businesses for your next patio beverage.

Bell City Brewing Company | 51 Woodyatt Dr. #9, Brantford | 519-900-6204

Bell City Brewing Company opened...