With spring fast approaching, there are many new businesses for Laurier students to check out in downtown Brantford. The newest addition within the downtown community is the Rose and Thistle Pub, which opened its doors last week. Through the City […]
Brantford sees lowest voter turnout since 2003
The Oct. 27 election results proved that Brantford was ready to give incumbent Mayor, Chris Friel another four years as head of the city. 36 per cent of local voters opted for Friel; candidates Vanderstelt, Wrobel, St. Amant, Littell, Kaye […]
Many familiar faces on Brantford’s newly elected council
Last night’s election results solidified another four years at City Hall for incumbent Mayor, Chris Friel. According to the City of Brantford’s election results, Friel collected about 36 per cent of voter support. Candidates Jan Vanderstelt and Dave Wrobel trailed […]
Brant United Way connects with Laurier through art
Brant United Way had students and “campus celebs”get involved by using their hands artistically instead of reaching them in their pockets. This past week, the Brant United Way held a booth and table in the west wing of Laurier’s Research […]
Meet Brantford’s mayoral candidates
On September 12, the window of opportunity closed for community members wishing to vie for a contending position in the race for Mayor of Brantford. Of the seven official candidates to be listed on the Brantford’s ballot, all are familiar […]
Students can vote in Brantford’s October election
This October, students will get the chance to flex their political muscle and vote for new leaders in Brantford. The official Election Day falls on October 27, 2014, but according to city officials, advanced voting will be easier than ever […]