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A message from Mayor David Bailey, County of Brant

s the Mayor of the County of We often say, it is the people of Brant that
Brant, it is my pleasure on make our community so special. People
Abehalf of County Council and give back to their community in many
its residents to welcome you to our ways, big and small, which makes our
thriving and beautiful community. community healthier, happier, safer and
The County of Brant consists of several more beautiful. The Chamber of Commerce
charming communities. It is a place with Brantford Brant is an important part of
vibrant downtowns, rolling farm fields making our community great.
and is steeped in beautiful heritage. In the Congratulations to The Chamber of
County, we are blessed with many natural Commerce Brantford Brant on your 2020-
features such as the Grand River, the Nith 2021 Chamber Directory. The Chamber
River and Carolinian forests. plays a key role in supporting business and
The County of Brant is a special place to creating prosperity for the communities it
live. Over 38,000 people serves, including the County of Brant, the
call the County home. In 2019, the County City of Brantford, Six Nations of the Grand
of Brant was named the 7th best over- David Bailey - Mayor, County of Brant River and the Mississaugas of the New
all community to live in, in Canada, by quick access to major travel routes. Credit.
McLean’s Magazine (based on their Home to more than 1340 businesses, the The Council of the County of Brant remains
assessment of over 400 communities). County of Brant has a strong and growing committed to working together for the
This award acknowledges that the County business community. The County offers a advancement of economic vitality and
offers a lovely quality of life including rich balanced and stable blend of industries. quality of life for the community.
cultural and arts experiences, plenty of We are open for business and here to
beautiful places to hike and paddle, top- support and encourage new and expanding Sincerely,
shelf shopping and dining options and businesses to flourish. Mayor David Bailey