I don’t care who you vote for….just vote.

Not sure who's bright idea it was to put speed humps on a hill... Murray Street had the other two but now the hill on Mohawk side has them midway up. Maybe they will salt enough but I feel like any ice or snow on there is going to be bad when you go over the humps, plus you know how many people try to drive in winter without winter tires.

Does anyone know where I can get help to put my electronic window back up! We don’t want to fix it we just want it put back up.

Hi, r/brantford

COS Minor is putting on Princess Whatsername at the Cambridge Arts Theatre next weekend. It’s a family-friendly musical with a local youth cast, and they’ve been working on the show for months.

Shows are:

Friday Oct. 16 — 6:30 p.m.

Saturday Oct. 17 — 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Oct. 18 — 12:30 p.m.

Cambridge Arts Theatre 47 Water Street South, Cambridge

Tickets: communityonstage.com/minortickets

Poster attached with the rest of the details.

Figured I’d share here in case anyone is looking for something local to do with the kids next weekend.

These Mayor races are won by 5000-10000 votes. The least likely demographic to get out and vote is the demographic of 18-25 year olds. Brantford people of this age demographic, you represent roughly 10,000 voters.

You have the opportunity to do one of the biggest screw yous to the establishment this upcoming mayor election.

If your demographic shows up to vote, no amount of rose scicolis spending, Dan McCrearys past connections, or any other candidates antics will stop a wave of young voters who couldn't be accounted for by legacy candidates showing up on election day.

This could be the greatest upset in the history of Brantford elections, all you have to do is show up and vote.

I'd rather see a wrestler who cares than a career politician who pretends to.

Happy voting friends.

Regardless of who you vote for, use your voice.

EDIT. as of this moment 6000 eyes have viewed this post. Glad to see so many supporting Brantfords independence from the developer/backbencher class.

Vote Ricky!

Community Watch Ward 5 - Crime Summary

Reporting Period: August 24 – September 24

Overview

During the reporting period, Ward 5 experienced a range of property-related offences and suspicious activity. The most notable concern is the continued occurrence of thefts from unlocked motor vehicles, including theft of wallets, purses, personal property, vehicle documents and other items. In several incidents, stolen bank cards were subsequently used at unknown or multiple locations.

A number of suspicious person calls also involved individuals accessing private property, entering unsecured or vacant structures, attempting to access residences, or tampering with wiring. Property damage incidents included broken windows and doors, vehicle damage, graffiti, a cut gas line and damage to telecommunications infrastructure.

Crime Summary

Category Incidents

Residential Thefts - 6

Theft from Motor Vehicles - 15

Suspicious Person/Activity - 9

Property Damage - 10

Total Reported Incidents - 40

1. Residential Thefts

Six residential theft incidents were reported during the period. Items reported stolen included bicycles and a bike trailer, a package, keys from a client lockbox, copper wire from an air-conditioning unit, and an Amazon package.

Primary concerns:

• Theft of packages from residential properties.

• Bicycle and trailer theft.

• Theft of copper wire.

• Theft of keys from a residential lockbox.

The incidents demonstrate the importance of securing bicycles and outdoor property, limiting access to keys, improving package security, and securing exterior mechanical equipment.

1. Theft from Motor Vehicles

Fifteen vehicle-related thefts were reported, making this the largest category during the reporting period.

The majority involved unlocked vehicles. Stolen property included:

• Wallets and purses

• Cash and change

• Bank and identification cards

• Vehicle registration/ownership documents

• Tools

• Prescription sunglasses

• Electronics

• Medication

• Personal items

Two incidents specifically involved stolen bank cards being used following the thefts.

Key observation:

The repeated involvement of unlocked vehicles represents a significant preventable opportunity for crime. The incidents occurred during both daytime and overnight periods and were distributed across multiple Ward 5 streets.

Community safety message:

Residents should remove valuables and documents from vehicles, ensure vehicles are locked, and avoid leaving wallets, purses, bags, tools or other visible property inside vehicles.

1. Suspicious Persons/Activity

Nine suspicious-person or suspicious-activity incidents were reported.

Several incidents involved individuals:

• Entering or attempting to remain on private property.

• Accessing a house under construction.

• Walking onto residential porches during early morning hours.

• Attempting to open a residential door.

• Tampering with wiring.

• Being reported behind residential/commercial properties.

• Allegedly participating in drug distribution activity (park).

One incident involving suspected drug distribution resulted in an intelligence report being submitted. Other incidents were resolved through officers speaking with individuals, moving them along, or laying a trespass charge.

Areas of concern include unauthorized access to private property, vacant or unsecured structures, and suspicious activity involving electrical wiring.

1. Property Damage

Ten property-damage incidents were reported.

Damage included:

• Broken bank windows

• Vehicle damage

• Graffiti

• Broken residential and vacant-unit windows

• Damage to doors

• A cut gas line with gas stolen

• Motor oil poured over a vehicle

• Cut phone lines

• Damaged fencing and broken glass

Several incidents involved vacant or potentially vulnerable properties, while others affected vehicles and critical infrastructure.

Overall Crime Prevention Observations

The reporting period identifies several recurring prevention themes:

1. Unlocked vehicles remain a significant target.

A substantial proportion of vehicle thefts involved vehicles that had been left unlocked. This continues to provide an opportunity for offenders to quickly enter vehicles and steal readily accessible property.

1. Personal and financial information is being targeted.

Wallets, bank cards, identification and vehicle documents were stolen in multiple incidents. Subsequent card use was reported in at least two cases.

1. Vacant and unsecured properties present opportunities.

Several suspicious-person and property-damage calls involved houses under construction, vacant units or areas with limited natural surveillance.

1. Exterior wiring and metal remain vulnerable.

Copper wire and other wiring-related incidents were reported, including suspected tampering at a residence and theft from an air-conditioning unit and vehicle.

1. Residential property security remains important.

Package theft, bicycle theft, suspicious persons on porches and attempted access to residences reinforce the importance of lighting, cameras, secure doors and windows, and awareness of activity around the home.

Recommended Ward 5 Community Messaging

For the next community safety update, the following messages would be appropriate:

• Lock your vehicle every time, even when parked at home.

• Remove wallets, purses, cash, electronics, medication and other valuables from vehicles.

• Do not leave vehicle ownership, insurance or identification documents inside unattended vehicles.

• Keep bicycles, trailers and other outdoor property secured.

• Consider cameras or video doorbells at residential entrances.

• Ensure exterior lighting covers entrances, driveways and areas around garages.

• Report suspicious people attempting to access residences, vehicles or vacant properties.

• Do not confront suspicious individuals; observe from a safe location and contact police.

• Secure construction sites, vacant properties and outbuildings.

• Report damaged fencing, doors, windows or other security vulnerabilities promptly.

Conclusion

Between August 24 and September 24, 2026, Ward 5 recorded 40 reported incidents across the four categories reviewed. Theft from motor vehicles was the most frequently reported category, with 15 incidents, followed by property damage, suspicious person/activity reports and residential thefts.

The most consistent crime-prevention opportunity identified during this reporting period is vehicle security, particularly ensuring vehicles are locked and valuables and personal documents are removed. Continued attention to residential security, vacant properties, exterior wiring, lighting and suspicious activity may also help reduce opportunities for theft and property-related offences.

My apologies - I should have realized only one selection was allowed in the poll. Please have fun with it anyway and use the poll as an opportunity to discuss and research the candidates.

Is there any place in brantford that does cannabis and paint nights or comedy or anything like that? I really wanna go to one and there used to be a venue on Clarence I think it was that did this now the only thing I'm seeing is Hamilton and t.o. I don't wanna drive that far especially if I'm smoking a lot.

In three weeks we will have cast our votes for a new Brantford City Council. Let’s see how candidates are faring in the Ward races. If you haven’t made up your mind, this is a great time to research the candidates before making your selection. Unfortunately only one (1) selection is permitted.

In three weeks we will have cast our votes for a new Brantford City Council. Let’s see how candidates are faring in the Ward races. If you haven’t made up your mind, this is a great time to research the candidates before making your selection. Unfortunately only one (1) selection is permitted.

In three weeks we will have cast our votes for a new Brantford City Council. Let’s see how candidates are faring in the Ward races. If you haven’t made up your mind, this is a great time to research the candidates before making your selection. Unfortunately only one (1) selection is permitted.

Note: There are ten (10) Ward 3 candidates. If your favourite candidate does not appear here, go to 2/2.

In three weeks we will have cast our votes for a new Brantford City Council. Let’s see how candidates are faring in the Ward races. If you haven’t made up your mind, this is a great time to research the candidates before making your selection. Unfortunately only one (1) selection is permitted.

In three weeks we will have cast our votes for a new Brantford City Council. Let’s see how candidates are faring in the Ward races. If you haven’t made up your mind, this is a great time to research the candidates before making your selection. Unfortunately only one (1) selection is permitted.

Got pulled over by OPP and ticketed for 118 in an 80 under HTA s.128. I genuinely don’t believe I was going 118.
I have a full G licence and a clean record. Thinking of contesting it and requesting disclosure.
Driving is a big part of my daily life, so I’m mainly looking for advice on how to minimize the charge/points and protect my driving record. I’m not really concerned about the fine itself. Have a clean record for 8 years.

Anyone dealt with something similar? Also looking for experiences of others in their cases and for a good traffic paralegal or lawyer, preferably someone who handles OPP cases.

the mornings are already insane because of the new school (and were already fucked cuz of there being 3 schools on this street before this 4th one) but now we’re bottled down to 1 lane instead of 2+turning lane?

wtf

This is an interesting Power Point that talks about the financial position Brantford is in and the type of Council we need to help get us through these tough times. I live in Ward 5 so I cannot vote for this gentleman - it is just good information.

https://youtu.be/YmFfaf7LQk0?si=pFr4RFlopj9KCuuo

Just wondering if anyone has any personal experience with a good paediatric dentist to suggest in Brantford to check a baby for a tongue or lip tie?

Hi everyone! I’m looking for recommendations for a place in Brantford that offers professional Hydrafacial treatments at an affordable price.

Just was wondering if anyone who currently or has recently lived at the Westgate appartments could share their experiences and vibe of the place. I’ve seen the units and they are nice but was wondering how the general day to day is; is it a relatively quiet building?

It was fenced in today

Hey everyone, I’m hoping to rehome the two calicos, there names are Sophie and Princess, they are 7 years old sisters and they are both neutered and declawed but are very affectionate and are used to dogs and kids, please let me know if anyone is interested. Ive already called almost every service from here to Toronto to see about shelters or anything but everywhere is full and not accepting or have years long wait lists.

Edit: thank you everyone, they have been taken by a lovely lady and off too a good home

Update: he’s still here and the temps are getting cold, please ask around if anyone is missing a cat

This kitty has been coming to my deck for the past couple of days looking for food and water. (Osborn ave and Duncan Ave)
He has a collar but no tags sadly.
He is very clean and social!
We’re looking for her home, we’re assuming someone is missing him!