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County pilot program looks to increase rental housing

County of Brant Council received a report...

Six Nations residents push back against local cannabis operation

There’s a growing divide happening in Six...

Record label launches space to build stronger community

Since relaunching the zBTFD brand seven years...

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Local events company strives to bring joy to community

Dan Juneau started Ashlee’s events 14 years, ago with a desire to create unforgettable experiences for people across the community. Juneau, who had worked at various restaurants including McDonald's, Kelsey’s,...

Entrepreneur looks to expand food company while utilizing unique technology

Since moving to Brantford in early 2023, Priya Dass has been planning to grow...

Inspiring people to unlock their creative expression

Since taking over Finders Keepers in 2017, Ashley Lepre has gone on to create...

Hilton Foods to build food processing facility in Brantford

Hilton Foods Canada announced plans to build its first North American food processing and...

Twin sisters building successful supplies business 

Within a short time frame, twin sisters Paula Arruda and Pamela McCann-Lopez have established...

Roustan Sports acquires Grey Owl Paddles Limited

Roustan Sports Ltd. announced the acquisition of Grey Owl Paddles Limited of Cambridge, Ont., Canada’s top producer of wooden paddles for the canoe, kayak...

Floral dreams take root in Drumbo 

Designing a picture-perfect floral arrangement requires more than simply placing a few zinnias or sunflowers in a vase and calling it a day.  It requires...

J.H. Young Fine Jewellers celebrating 125 years of excellence

Brantford’s J.H. Young Fine Jewellers will be celebrating a significant milestone this year. Having been in operation since 1900, the Young family has now officially...

Tackle shop owner reflects on life-long love of fishing

For Matt Purdy, fishing has become important for him across various facets of his life.    Purdy, who grew up in Brantford, detailed his earliest...

Ferrero announces expansion of Brantford facility

Ferrero Canada announced the expansion of their manufacturing facility in Brantford on Friday, April 11, 2025. The $445 million investment will create 500 new jobs in the...

Helping entrepreneurs plan for the unexpected

For over a decade, Jodi Laking has been working with a variety of business owners to start and grow their businesses both locally, and...

New spot draws locals to unique entertainment experience

Although Smash N Axes Emporium has only been open for a few months, the business has gotten many people in the community excited about...

Brantford-Brant Chamber hosts tariff readiness event

Chamber of Commerce Brantford-Brant hosted an event called, “Canada-U.S. Trade: Challenges and Opportunities During the New Presidency,” on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.  Held in partnership...

County of Brant approves new board for Paris BIA

County of Brant Council approved the new board for the Downtown Paris Business Improvement Area (BIA) for the next two years, following the board’s...

Downtown Brantford BIA launches new local initiative

Downtown Brantford BIA announced the launch of a new local initiative as part of the nationwide movement: Shop Main Street Canada. Support Local on Wednesday,...

Meeting you where you’re at with NewCare Counselling

When it comes to pursuing a career in mental health and counselling, the journey to working in the field can oftentimes be influenced by...

Contributing to economy by supporting business development initiatives

For the past 36 years, Enterprise Brant has been providing a variety of services to entrepreneurs and business owners across Brantford and Brant County,...

Focusing on bettering the community and the environment

Altitude Coffee Roasters, launched in 2019 by Jim Hladish, Thor Haelssig and Ryan Parks, has become renowned for their high-quality coffee, as well as...

Entrepreneur builds successful media advertising business

Stella Johnson has had two successful careers, one being in insurance sales and the other in specialized media advertising, which she has enjoyed doing...

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