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Senator to visit Laurier Brantford
Senator Frances Lankin will visit Wilfrid Laurier University’s Brantford campus on Oct. 9, from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., for a fireside chat.
The event, which is open to all community members, will be held in Room RCE 004, Research and Academic Centre, 150 Dalhousie St.
The senator will explore the topic: “A Life of Service and Advocacy.”
Her visit is presented through the SENgage program, which co-ordinates visits by Canadian senators to campuses, classrooms and communities across the country so the people can learn more about the Senate. Laurier’s law and society program is hosting the visit.
A member of the Order of Canada, Lankin spent more than 10 years as the CEO of the Toronto United Way.
She also served as an MPP from from 1990 to 2001, serving in roles such as Minister of Government Services and Chair of Management Board, Minister of Health, and Minister of Economic Development and Trade.
October is Lifelong Learning Month
October is Lifelong Learning Month in Brantford with more than 25 free events for residents seeking to learn a new skill, start a hobby or discover local education and career options.
Residents will get the chance to explore different classes and workshops, a tech fair, virtual reality certifications and safer spaces training and more.
The initiative is organized by the City of Brantford, in partnership with Brantford Public Library, Wilfrid Laurier University, Grand River Council on Aging, Brant Skills Centre, and various community organizations
“We are proud to help organize an event that brings the entire community together,” said library CEO Rae-Lynne Aramburo. “No matter what you’re interested in or how old you are, there will be an event that appeals to you or piques your curiosity.”
For full event listings, visit brantford.library.on.ca/lifelong-learning-month.
Registration is required for some events because space is limited.
Brant launches new strategic plan
Brant has completed a new strategic plan that will guide county councillors for the next four years.
The plan consists of six main strategic priorities, including: sustainable and managed growth; effective communication; economic resilience; reliable infrastructure; healthy, safe and engaged citizens; and stable and responsive governance.
Hundreds of residents provided input into the process that began last spring.
“During the community engagement, we learned what the most important priorities, hopes and expectations are for county residents,” said Mayor David Bailey. “From this feedback, we have constructed a new vision for the county and an action plan to meet various goals and objectives.”
The new vision for Brant is for the county to be a charming, prosperous and inclusive community.
“The word charming was used by the community to describe many features of the county such as charming downtowns, charming heritage, charming natural features and so on,” said Bailey. “Another strong theme was that residents want a place where they can have a family, watch their children grow, and retire in; Residents want a community where people of all ages and abilities can thrive.”
Brant CAO Michael Bradley said the county is grateful for input from residents.
“We invite residents to continue to engage and follow along as the strategic plan is implemented over the next four years,” he said.
“Progress updates will be shared with council and the community on a regular basis.”
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