County of Brant Council chose to support the Special Olympics Ontario 2025 Provincial Summer Games after local Special Olympics participants, as well as members from the Games Organizing Committee attended the November 26 Council meeting to present information on the Games and ask for Council’s support.
Council approved several measures to support the Games, including:
- Recognizing monetary fees as in-kind donations to the event.
- Allowing interested County staff to volunteer during working hours where operationally feasible.
- Authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer to allocate up to $15,000 in supplementary expenses, if required.
County of Brant will be supporting the Special Olympics Ontario 2025 Provincial Summer Games, which will take place in both the County of Brant and City of Brantford from July 10 through July 13, 2025.
Hosted by the Brantford Police Service, OPP and Six Nations Police Service, the event will welcome athletes from across the province to compete and celebrate the spirit of inclusion and achievement.
Earlier this month, the County of Brant Paramedic Services Committee also approved a request for in-kind support from Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services for the games.
“The Special Olympics Ontario Provincial Summer Games embody the values of community, determination, and excellence, which align perfectly with the County of Brant’s commitment to inclusivity and support for all residents,” said David Bailey, Mayor for the County of Brant. “We are thrilled to contribute to this incredible event and encourage everyone to join in celebrating these remarkable athletes.”
With events running from July 10–13, 2025, the Games will welcome over 750 athletes from across Ontario and will showcase the hard work and dedication of athletes in a variety of competitions while bringing together communities from the County of Brant, City of Brantford, and Six Nations of the Grand River. The Green Lane Sports Complex in Paris will be home to the softball competition.
County of Brant is inviting residents and businesses to participate, volunteer, and support this transformative event.
For more information on the Special Olympics Ontario 2025 Provincial Summer Games, including how to get involved, visit provincialgames.com/.
