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Treat Mom to a Spa Day at the Beauty Barn!

Mother’s Day is this weekend and if you haven’t already picked out something special for that loving gal in your life, why not pick up a gift certificate or plan a trip to The Beauty Barn Spa for her? (Or even better—go together!)

The Beauty Barn Spa is a quaint, picturesque spa that is located on the outskirts of Brantford and Paris, Ontario. Escape the hustle and bustle of busy city life and take a nice scenic drive into the country. The Beauty Barn is set inside an old renovated barn and has...

Bathtub Bakery: Your recipe for relaxation

The sweetest – by scent, and by whimsy – store has opened in downtown Brantford, and we cannot wait for you to see it and smell it for yourselves! Bathtub Bakery is a one-woman show, operated by owner Brianne Lavallee. Her first brick and mortar shop opened in downtown Brantford (35 King Street) in summer 2018. 

Bathtub Bakery specializes in unique, bakery-inspired bath and body treats that are made to look just like your favourite desserts. The shop is filled to the brim with cupcakes for...

Top Picks for Pics

Whether you want cultural experiences, outdoor adventure, fantastic family fun, sporting events, or culinary delights, Brantford has tons of tourist attractions that provide fun and memorable photo opportunities. We're highlighting 10 of our top picks for pics.

Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant

Located in Glenhyrst Gardens, a beautifully landscaped sixteen-acre park on the banks of the Grand River, Glenhyrst Art Gallery offers exciting views both indoors and out. The gallery offers contemporary...

May Featured Artist: Martin Smith

May’s Featured Artist is Martin Smith (front, centre in photo), a community actor, director, playwright, and active arts promoter. Smith moved to Brantford over six years ago, and has been busy immersing himself in the arts community, and has acted or directed in over a dozen local community theatre shows, including 12 Angry Men, Waiting for Godot, and Suburban Standoff. If you are a social media user, you’ve likely seen Martin and his colourful blazers on Marquee with Martin – a...

Paddling the River with Grand Experiences

If you live in, or have recently visited, Brantford, the County of Brant or Six Nations of the Grand River you have undoubtedly come across the Grand River—a designated Canadian Heritage River. It’s a unique defining characteristic of our community of communities and also the element that unifies us all. 

With 70 km of natural trails in Brantford, 90 km in the County of Brant, and 25 km in the Six Nations of the Grand River, our community is an ideal spot to go for a hike or bike ride and take...