Park vs Park
This summer, the County of Brant is turning up the heat with Park vs. Park, a fun and friendly showdown to crown Brant’s Favourite Park!
From hidden gems to local favourites, parks will go head-to-head in a bracket-style competition — and you get to decide who advances. Spread the word, vote, and show your park pride as we narrow it down to the ultimate community park champion.
How it Works
Parks in each of the County's 5 Wards will face off in six action-packed rounds of voting. You’ll have one week to vote in each round (except the grand finaleContinue reading
This summer, the County of Brant is turning up the heat with Park vs. Park, a fun and friendly showdown to crown Brant’s Favourite Park!
From hidden gems to local favourites, parks will go head-to-head in a bracket-style competition — and you get to decide who advances. Spread the word, vote, and show your park pride as we narrow it down to the ultimate community park champion.
How it Works
Parks in each of the County's 5 Wards will face off in six action-packed rounds of voting. You’ll have one week to vote in each round (except the grand finale – that one gets two weeks of fanfare!). Once each Ward’s winning park is chosen, the final five will go into the ultimate Park vs. Park championship round.
Voting Begins
- Ward 1 Parks: Monday, June 9
- Ward 2 Parks: Monday, June 16
- Ward 3 Parks: Monday, June 23
- Ward 4 Parks: Monday, June 30
- Ward 5 Parks: Monday, July 7
Competition Details
- Each Round Lasts: 1 week - with last round voting open for 2 weeks
- Final Round Voting Starts: Monday, July 14 (winners of each Ward face-off)
- Winner Announced: Monday, July 28, 2025
- Winning Park Celebration: Fall 2025
View all 5 Wards at brant.ca/Wards.
How to Vote
- See what parks are competing.
- Click the Vote Now button to be taken to the voting page.
- Vote by clicking the 'Thumbs up' icon under the photo of the park you think should move to the next round.
- Come back each week to support your local favourites.
- Encourage your friends and neighbours to vote too — let’s show some love to our local parks!
Pop-Up Park Events!
Throughout the summer, our Recreation team will be popping up in parks across the County to spotlight some of the County of Brant's hidden, and not-so-hidden, gems. Come out and enjoy free family activities, games and prizes while exploring everything our parks have to offer!
June
Date | Event | Time | Location |
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Wednesday, June 4 | Drop-in Park Picasso 2-6 years | 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Lions Park, Paris |
Saturday, June 7 | Burford Skating Park Grand Opening | 11:30 am to 2:00 pm | Burford Community Centre |
Wednesday, June 11 | Drop-in Park Picasso 2-6 years | 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Sunny Hill Park, St. George |
Thursday, June 12 | Golf North Try-it 6-14 years | 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm | Mount Pleasant Park |
Wednesday, June 18 | Drop-in Park Picasso 2-6 years | 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Burford Community Centre |
Wednesday, June 25 | Drop-in Park Picasso 2-6 years | 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Lions Park, Paris |
July and August
Date | Event | Time | Location |
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Mondays, July 7 to August 18 | Park Patrol 2-8 years | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Burford Optimist and Lions Park Burford Community Centre |
Tuesdays, July 8 to August 19 | Park Patrol 2-8 years | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Sunny Hill Park, St. George |
Wednesdays, July 9 to August 20 | Park Patrol 2-8 years | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Lions Park, Paris |
Thursdays, July 10 to August 21 | Park Patrol 2-8 years | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Mount Pleasant Park |
Fridays, July 11 to August 22 | Park Patrol 2-8 years | 9:00 am to 11:00 am | Scotland Optimist Park |
Why Get Involved?
- Discover parks you haven’t explored yet.
- Help your neighbourhood park climb the bracket.
- Join in on free family-friendly fun.
- Celebrate the best of Brant with your community!
Let the best park win — and may the votes be ever in your park’s favour!
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Ward 1… you’re up! Ward 1 park voting closes June 15
Share Ward 1… you’re up! Ward 1 park voting closes June 15 on Facebook Share Ward 1… you’re up! Ward 1 park voting closes June 15 on Twitter Share Ward 1… you’re up! Ward 1 park voting closes June 15 on Linkedin Email Ward 1… you’re up! Ward 1 park voting closes June 15 linkVote for your favorite Ward 1 park by clicking the Vote Now button and hitting the Thumbs Up icon under its photo — it's that easy!
The park with the most votes will move on to the Park vs. Park championship round for a chance to win an exciting celebration this fall!
Voting for Ward 1 closes Sunday, June 15.
Let's hear it, Ward 1 — your park pride starts now! Don't keep the fun to yourself — share the challenge and invite your friends, family, and neighbors to vote too. Let's fill the County with community spirit and friendly competition.
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Meet the Competitors: Park vs. Park 2025 Begins June 9!
Share Meet the Competitors: Park vs. Park 2025 Begins June 9! on Facebook Share Meet the Competitors: Park vs. Park 2025 Begins June 9! on Twitter Share Meet the Competitors: Park vs. Park 2025 Begins June 9! on Linkedin Email Meet the Competitors: Park vs. Park 2025 Begins June 9! linkFrom hidden gems to hometown hangouts, over 50 parks across all 5 Wards will go head-to-head for community bragging rights… and one fantastic fall celebration!
Each week, a new Ward takes centre stage as its parks battle it out for your vote. Will your neighbourhood park come out on top? It’s up to you to decide!
Meet the Competitors
Voting Begins June 9
Ward 1 voting kicks off Monday, June 9 and we’re counting on YOU to help crown Brant’s Favourite Park!
Whether you’re team playground, team picnic, or just love your local green space, it’s time to show your park pride. Cast your vote, cheer on your neighbourhood favourite, and help them move on to the next round!
Don’t keep the fun to yourself — share the challenge and invite your friends, family, and neighbours to vote too. Let’s fill the County with community spirit and friendly competition.
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Learn More About Each Park
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Ward 1 - Glen Morris and St. George
- Arena Park, Gaukel Memorial Community Centre, St. George
- Centennial Park, St. George
- Elliott Field, St. George
- Eric Thomlinson Access Point, Glen Morris
- Glen Morris Centennial Hall Park, Glen Morris
- Harrisburg Ball Park, St. George
- Harrisburg Church Park, St. George
- Jacob's Woods Park, St. George
- King William Park, St. George
- Rising Park, Glen Morris
- Snowball Park, St. George
- Sunny Hill Park, St. George
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Ward 2 - Paris
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Ward 3 - Paris
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Ward 4 - Burford and Scotland
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Ward 5 - Mount Pleasant, Oakland, and Onondaga