Economic Development Strategy Update: Advancing Brant’s Future

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The refreshed Economic Development Strategy was approved by Council in May 2024 and the project was closed. Thank you to everyone that participated by completing the survey and sharing their thoughts! 

Over the past three years multiple factors have affected the global economy due to COVID-19 causing major unexpected economic pressures and impacts. At the County, we are continually reevaluating our tactics to best support our local business community. The County of Brant is currently working on a refreshed municipal economic development strategy to further strengthen and diversify the local economy.

Recognizing the importance of inclusive decision-making and community involvement, our goal is to encourage feedback from our diverse community through our online survey, as well as our questions and comments tools. Your input will help us create an updated economic development strategy that is responsive, resilient, and sustainable, ultimately benefiting all members of our community.

All County of Brant businesses, residents, and community organizations were invited to participate in a survey and share general questions and comments about the Economic Development Strategy Update. Engagement closed on September 29, 2023. A special thank you to all who participated and provided feedback!

With your help, we look forward to identifying new opportunities, exploring innovative approaches, and creating updates to our strategy that are forward-thinking and prepares us for future challenges.

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Over the past three years multiple factors have affected the global economy due to COVID-19 causing major unexpected economic pressures and impacts. At the County, we are continually reevaluating our tactics to best support our local business community. The County of Brant is currently working on a refreshed municipal economic development strategy to further strengthen and diversify the local economy.

Recognizing the importance of inclusive decision-making and community involvement, our goal is to encourage feedback from our diverse community through our online survey, as well as our questions and comments tools. Your input will help us create an updated economic development strategy that is responsive, resilient, and sustainable, ultimately benefiting all members of our community.

All County of Brant businesses, residents, and community organizations were invited to participate in a survey and share general questions and comments about the Economic Development Strategy Update. Engagement closed on September 29, 2023. A special thank you to all who participated and provided feedback!

With your help, we look forward to identifying new opportunities, exploring innovative approaches, and creating updates to our strategy that are forward-thinking and prepares us for future challenges.

Stay informed

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Subscribe for updates and be the first to learn more information about this project. Add your email to the Stay Informed box on this page and click ‘Subscribe'.

The refreshed Economic Development Strategy was approved by Council in May 2024 and the project was closed. Thank you to everyone that participated by completing the survey and sharing their thoughts! 

  • The County of Brant Unveils Refreshed Economic Development Strategy

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    In response to the transformed economic landscape and shifting dynamics following the COVID-19 pandemic, the County has developed a refreshed Economic Development Strategy aimed at leveraging past successes while adapting to the evolving business environment. This new strategy, which was approved by County of Brant Council in May, is designed to bolster and broaden the local economy, providing a roadmap for economic development and tourism initiatives over the short, medium, and long term.

    “Recognizing the need to adapt, we embarked on updating the Economic Development Strategy,” said Zach Gable, Director of Economic Development and Tourism. “The process included analyzing the current landscape through community consultation. This allowed us to gain insight into our strengths, challenges, opportunities and inspirations. With the goal being to ensure that the strategy reflects the needs and potential of our community, it paves the way for sustainable growth and development."

    Four key themes emerged from this process, forming the foundation of the new strategy:

    • being business friendly and investment ready
    • capitalizing on existing tourism, arts, and culture asset
    • future-proofing downtown areas to create vibrant, mixed-use community cores;
    • developing a diversified business community to ensure a resilient and sustainable economy

    Under these themes and through stakeholder’s collaboration, 47 actionable economic development and tourism initiatives were developed that will guide Brant's Economic Development staff and partners over the next four years.

    “With 47 actionable initiatives in hand, the County is ready to advance its refreshed Economic Development Strategy,” said Gable. “Through these initiatives, our goal is to strengthen downtown cores, bolster infrastructure, and create new jobs and assessment growth. By prioritizing sustainability, innovation and collaboration, Brant aims to build a resilient and prosperous future for all.”

    Further details and a comprehensive list of the initiatives can be found in the 2024-2027 Economic Development Strategy, visit the Invest In Brant webpage for more information.