Applications now being accepted to fill vacant Councillor position

The Municipality of Brighton is currently seeking applicants to fill one (1) vacant Councillor position for the remaining 2022-2026 term of Council.

Individuals who are interested and eligible in applying, can file their completed applications in person at the Clerk's Department until January 17, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. 

Eligibility to apply:

To apply to fill a vacant Council seat applicants must be:

• A Canadian citizen;
• 18 years of age or older;
• A Resident of the Municipality of Brighton, or the owner or tenant of land in the Municipality of Brighton, or the spouse of such a person and;
• Not prohibited from voting (as per the Municipal Elections Act) or otherwise by law

Important dates and deadlines:

• January 2, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. – Application period opens
• January 17, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. – Application period closes
• January 18, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. – Last day to withdraw your application
• January 24, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. – Special Council Meeting for candidate presentations. Please note that Council may or may not make their decision at this meeting.
• January 27, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. – Special Council Meeting for Council decisions, if required.
• February 3, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. – Council Meeting where new member will be appointed and take Oath of Office.

Individuals can find the Appointment Application Process on the elections page on the Municipalities website or by visiting the Clerks department in-person at the Municipal Centre located at 35 Alice St. Brighton.

New Year's Levee Skate & Social with Mayor and Council ⛸

Join Mayor Ostrander and Council this Friday at the annual New Year's Levee Skate + Social!

📅 Friday, January 10, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:20 p.m.

📍 King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street

ℹ️ Light refreshments will be served. Skating is optional. All public skating rules apply to this event. This event is FREE to attend!

Let's celebrate 2024 and look ahead to 2025!

For more information, please contact cbirch@brighton.ca or 613 475 0670 ext. 210.

Brighton Career Fair

Join us at the Brighton Career Fair and connect with a variety of local employers from several sectors and explore exciting job opportunities.

The first hour of the Career Fair will be for high school students, providing them with the opportunity to connect with employers and explore student job openings.

Ice Programming Schedule at King Edward Park ⛸

The winter months are full of ice programming! Grab your skates, family and friends and head to King Edward Park Arena.

Parent & Tot Skating 

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.

Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street

Details: For children 6 and under, $2.00 per adult and the child skates for free

Adult Skate

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.

Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street

Details: $2.00 per person

Senior Skate 

Dates: Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street

Details: $2.00 per person

Public Skating 

Dates: Wednesdays, 3:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. & Fridays 7:00 p.m. to 8:20pm

Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street

Details: $3.00 per person

Adult Pickup Shinny Hockey 

Dates: Fridays, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (for players 35 years and older)

Fridays, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (for players 18 to 34 years)

Location: King Edward Park Arena, 75 Elizabeth Street

Details: $10.00 per person (No charge for goalies)

(2022 outdoor rink in Codrington)

Outdoor Skating Rinks Coming Soon! ⛸

The Brighton Parks and Recreation Department have been busy building our outdoor skating rinks!

Stay tuned for opening dates! We will keep residents informed through our Facebook page and website newsroom.

Brightonians, Help Name The Street!

The Municipality of Brighton is currently undertaking a 60-day Public Consultation period regarding the establishment of a list for naming of new streets in the Municipality.

Here is how YOU can become involved...

🧐 come up with a name that honors local history, helps to define the area, fosters civic pride, and strengthens the sense of community and,

📨 submit your name suggestion(s), before January 31, 2025 to rwarne@brighton.ca

📝 suggested names will be brought forward to Council to establish a list

ℹ️ Please note that only names submitted through email will be considered.

This List of Potential Street Names will serve the Municipality as a Council-approved list that developers can "choose from" rather than purpose their own names for streets.

The Municipality of Brighton encourages resident involvement through a variety of advisory committees and local boards advise to make recommendations to Council.

The Municipality is currently seeking individuals who are connected to the community, have strong communication skills and, and have the ability to collaborate amongst a team.

To be eligible to participate as a board member, applicants must be:

a Municipality of Brighton resident, be over the age of 18, and/or a property owner, and cannot be employed by the municipality or a local committee.

Available Advisory Committee Appointments:

Congratulations, Cathy!

After 41 years in municipal government (13 with the Municipality of Brighton!), we say goodbye to our Tax Collector, Cathy Kelly!

Cathy started her career with Murray Township (now the City of Quinte West) before joining the Municipality of Brighton's Finance Department in 2011. Her friendly face and extensive knowledge will be missed by the Finance Team, many of whom she has mentored during her time with the Municipality.

Thank you Cathy for your service to the Brighton community and we wish you all the very best in retirement.

Below is a list of recent Council and Committee meetings.

• December 24 - Special Council Meeting
• December 16 - Council Meeting
• December 16 - Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
• December 12 - Rural Advisory Committee
• December 9 - Council PLANNING Meeting

Council and Committee meetings are held in Council Chambers at the Municipal Office, 35 Alice Street and streamed live on our YouTube Channel. Council and Committee meetings are open to the public.

• Regular Council Meetings: These meetings are held on the first and third Monday of each month.
• Planning Council Meetings: These meetings are held on the second Monday of each month.

• January 13 - Heritage Advisory Committee
• January 13 - Council Meeting
• January 16 - Accessibility Advisory Committee
• January 24 - Special Council Meeting
• January 27 - Special Council Meeting (if required)
• January 27 - Council PLANNING Meeting
• February 3 - Council Meeting
• February 10 - Council PLANNING Meeting

Stay connected with us!

Municipality of Brighton



35 Alice Street

Brighton, ON

K0K 1H0

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 189

Brighton, ON

K0K 1H0

Telephone: (613) 475- 0670

Fax: (613) 475- 3453

Web: www.brighton.ca

Municipality of Brighton Public Works and Environmental Services

67 Sharp Road

Brighton, ON

K0K 1H0

Telephone: (613) 475-1162

Fax: (613) 475- 2599

Public Works and Water Department Emergency After Hours Contact: (613) 967 - 8707