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Have your say on Brantford’s Tourism and Culture Strategy

Tourism Brantford is working to develop a 5-year Tourism and Culture Strategy that provides clarity on the Destination Marketing Organization’s purpose, role, and responsibilities. The resulting strategy will outline Tourism Brantford’s vision including its areas of focus towards leading the management and development of tourism and culture in Brantford for the years to come. 

A key component of our research process is to gather insight, input, and feedback directly from industry and residents...

November 2022 Training & Networking for Creative Industry Professionals

Welcome to our November 2022 roundup of training and networking opportunities for creative professionals in our community. Looking to join a monthly, recurring networking group? Scroll to the bottom of this blog to learn about local groups and when they meet.

Do you have any great training or networking opportunities to share with us? Comment below, or send your suggestions to culture@brantford.ca. Please note that these lists are compiled at the beginning of the previous month, and curated...

Brantford Symphony Orchestra

The Brantford Symphony Orchestra and Maestro Philip Sarabura are thrilled to be welcoming renowned Canadian-born violinist Lara St. John to the stage of the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts on Saturday, October 29, 2022.  Practically a hometown girl, Ms. St. John was born in London, Ontario, (just a quick jaunt down Highway 401), and began playing the violin when she was two years old. She made her first appearance as soloist with orchestra at age four, and her European debut when...

October 2022 Training & Networking for Creative Industry Professionals

Welcome to our October 2022 roundup of training and networking opportunities for creative professionals in our community. Looking to join a monthly, recurring networking group? Scroll to the bottom of this blog to learn about local groups and when they meet.

Do you have any great training or networking opportunities to share with us? Comment below, or send your suggestions to culture@brantford.ca. Please note that these lists are compiled at the beginning of the previous month, and curated...

October 2022 Events in Brantford

Brantwood Farms Fall FairWhen: Every Saturday and Sunday in October, including Thanksgiving Monday. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Last entry at 4 p.m.Where:  Brantwood Farms, 251 Powerline Rod., BrantfordFee: $15/person, ages 23 months and up. Season Pass: $38. Admission includes all events except Pony Rides (+$5) and Train Rides (+$3). Pick Your Own apples and pumpkins also available.  

Activities include: 

• Wagon Rides
• Giant Jumping Pillow
• Corn Maze
• Haunted Barn
• Obstacle Course
• Corn Pit
• Straw Castle
• Mini Maze
• Tractor...