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November 2019 Construction Numbers

Posted on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 04:03 PM

Brantford’s construction activity remains strong in November

The City of Brantford released its November 2019 Report on Construction Activity demonstrating a construction value of $16.980 million for 76 building permits issued. The City’s construction activity continues to grow with significant increases...

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Brantford Becomes Increasingly Film Friendly with New Policy

Posted on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 03:41 PM

The City of Brantford’s new film policy establishes a framework for continued success through fairness, transparency, and flexibility for productions, businesses, and residents.  The policy responds to changes in the film, television, and media industry. 

Visit the Film Policy Page

The industry...

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EmployerOne 2020 Survey

Posted on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 03:39 PM

Please take a few minutes to complete your confidential survey before January 31, 2020.

EmployerOne is a...

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November 2019 Labour Market Update

Posted on Friday, December 06, 2019 10:39 AM

The latest Statistics Canada local labour market report customized for the Brantford CMA for last month is now available.

November Unemployment Rate: Brantford 3.1% [-] Ontario 5.6% [+] Canada 5.9% [+]

Be sure to review the participation rate and the employment rate (reported as percentages), as well...

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Feature Development: 218 Henry

Posted on Monday, December 02, 2019 10:08 AM

218 Henry Street – The Shops on Henry

The Shops on Henry is a neighbourhood Brantford shopping centre that encompasses a total of 350,000 sf of premium retail. Located at the southeast corner of Henry Street and Wayne Gretzky Parkway, this retail centre provides shoppers of Brantford a convenient,...

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Feature Development: 11 Spalding Drive

Posted on Monday, November 25, 2019 03:06 PM

The opportunity consists of a 123,780 SF industrial building located in a diverse commercial and industrial node surrounded by an abundance of amenities. The building is situated on approximately 10.7 acres of land, providing a low coverage ratio of only 27%, allowing for ample additional land uses...





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Feature Development: 20 Kenyon Street

Posted on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 12:00 PM

Feature Development Opportunity

FOR SALE
20 Kenyon Street
0.82 Acres Industrial Zoned Land

PROPERTY OVERVIEW

  • Located in Brantford's North East Industrial Area
  • Great Hwy 403 access
  • 11,000 sq.ft. building with approximately 1,300 sq.ft. of offices
  • 200 Amps / 600 Volts
  • Two Grade level doors 10' x 10'
  • Reception,...

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Pre-Trades Program Introduced at Six Nations Polytechnic

Posted on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 11:04 AM

Six Nations Polytechnic to offer Pre-Trades Program

Six Nations Polytechnic and Mohawk College’s Marshall School of Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship will be offering a new program in Brantford next summer called “Manufacturing Pre-Trades Pathways”. This new program will provide students with the necessary...

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New Regional Program to Help Create Jobs

Posted on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 10:55 AM

The Ontario government is launching the first part of its commitment to transform business supports to deliver value for money for taxpayers and create sustainable opportunities for businesses and communities in eastern and southwestern Ontario.

Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation...

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Ontario Government Launching Online Trades Hub

Posted on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 10:22 AM

The provincial government is continuing to promote rewarding and vibrant career opportunities in the skilled trades as part of National Skilled Trades and Technology Week.

About one in five new jobs in Ontario over the next five years is expected to be in trades-related occupations. Across the country...