Brantford news

• Canada Day storm caused damage, power outages

  02-07-2026 19:54 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The violent storm that passed over Brantford on Wednesday took out power to thousands on one of the hottest days of the year.There were downed trees and reports of property damage around Brantford, meaning city workers were out in force for the clean-up operation, both in Lions Park, where they hurried to ready the property for new crowds at the rescheduled carnival and fireworks on Thursday night, and across the city.Grandbridge Power reported at least 7,000 initial outages but, through the ni
  
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• Happy Canada Day from Port Dover

  02-07-2026 18:16 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Festooned with bunting, the float by the Port Dover Lions touted some of the projects the group raises funds for and featured music and teens who were energetic despite the heat.
  
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• The AI arms race

  02-07-2026 18:09 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has initiated a global arms race reminiscent of the nuclear buildup of the twentieth century.This technology possesses the capacity to fundamentally alter global power dynamics if it falls into the hands of bad actors. Everyone understands the catastrophic potential of algorithmic warfare disrupting infrastructure, finance, and defense systems. Yet this new frontier presents challenges that the architects of the Cold War never had to navigate.Tra
  
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• One win, one loss for man convicted in multiple crimes

  02-07-2026 17:35 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  A Hamilton man, arrested after a 2020 two-vehicle crash in Brant County, has lost his appeal of a five-year prison sentence in early June after the courts decided a breach of his Charter rights was minor.Cadence Beauparlant, now 25, was convicted of three counts of drug possession for trafficking – fentanyl, hydromorphone and oxycodone – possession of a prohibited weapon and proceeds of crime under $5,000.During his 2022 trial, Beauparlant argued he shouldn’t have been arreste
  
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• CFUWB awards scholarships to local graduates

  02-07-2026 17:31 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The Canadian Federation of University Women Brantford has awarded scholarships to five high school graduates. The scholarships, valued at $1,200, are given to those who have “demonstrated a vitality for living, enthusiasm for learning and intellectual curiosity about the world,” said a news release from the club. “They are committed to their academic pursuits and play an important role in services to their family, school, and community.” The CFUW Brantford is one of 95 c
  
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• City seeks input from Brantford residents on public art for Jubilee Terrace Park

  02-07-2026 17:25 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The City of Brantford is seeking input on a new public art piece for Jubilee Terrace Park that will honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served, and continue to serve, Canada during times of war, military conflict, and peace. Following an Artist Call issued earlier this year, four artists were shortlisted to develop proposals for a new public art piece that will be installed in Jubilee Terrace Park, located at 10 Brant Ave.Residents are now invited to review the proposed designs a
  
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• Hillier Foundation announces scholarship winners

  02-07-2026 17:09 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Four students have been awarded scholarships from the James Hillier Foundation.Arham Hasan, of Assumption College, will be attending the University of Toronto where he is enrolled in the engineering science program. Sajid Monowar, also of Assumption, will use his scholarship to study mechanical engineering at McMaster University.Meanwhile, Zorawar Singh, of Pauline Johnson Collegiate, will be attending the University of Waterloo to study physics.Andrew Song, of North Park Collegiate, will be at
  
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• Storm causes sudden end to Canada Day festivities in Brantford

  02-07-2026 14:50 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  A wild storm that crossed southern Ontario Wednesday tossed vendor canopies and porta-potties at the Canada Day festivities in Lions Park in Brantford, sending hundreds of people to shelter indoors.The long-planned-for event was cancelled before the highlight of the day – music by Tom Wilson and then Finger Eleven, followed by spectacular fireworks.“It’s very disappointing,” said festival chair Dave Carrol just hours after being in the field urging people to go home.&ldq
  
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• Marvelous Mondays bring free family fun to the library

  02-07-2026 12:00 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Families looking for free entertainment and enriching activities this summer will find plenty to enjoy at the library’s popular Marvelous Mondays series.Beginning July 6, the main branch will host a variety of live performances and interactive events every Monday afternoon throughout July and August. Programs run from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. and are designed to entertain, inspire, and introduce children and families to new experiences.The series kicks off on July 6 with a Summer Kick-Off celebr
  
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• Alex lays out plan to sell stock

  02-07-2026 12:00 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  In our world of electronic communication, one wonders what evidence of daily life will remain for future generations. Modern technology keeps us constantly connected, but will today’s emails and texts survive a century from now? For decades, letter writing was a common practice. Staying in touch meant sitting down with pen and paper, and receiving a letter—especially from afar—was exciting. Many people, including Alexander Graham Bell and his family, preserved their correspond
  
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