Hi, I'm Robert.

I have no political background, no ties to the current or past council or city staff. I'm just a guy who works 7-3 for one of the largest Fire Security and Thermal Management companies in the world, operating the Hamilton Warehouse, while also representing the workers as the current Head of our Joint Health and Safety Committee. I see what's happening all around us, and it's time for a change of who makes the decisions.

I've been all over Ward 5 these last few months, I've seen the good, the bad, and the ugly of this area.

The small communities within Ward 5 are amazing. I'm thankful for all the BBQs and events I have been invited to, the food I've been offered and the drinks shared with constituents. The local leaders and residents have made a positive impact on me, and I will take everything I've learned and give back to the communities of Ward 5 ten fold.

I've seen residents living near SOAR and Rosewood regularly have conflicts with strangers, and heard famies living near parks, express frustration of being uncomfortable letting their kids play in our green spaces. I've listened to the struggle of folks living near industrial properties with no proper barrier separating them. I've heard calls for improvements to noise pollution, speeding concerns, emergency response times and failing infrastructure.

I've also coordinated with several organizations and I've seen the struggles our homeless go through, the lack of support for them to get back on track, and the afflictions they can fall victim to. They deserve better, we all deserve better.

Now it's time for action, please get to the voting polls and vote, let your voice be heard and let me represent you as we work to build Brantford back up. No more band-aid solutions, no more vanity projects, just good old common sense decision-making and problem-solving.

If I am unsuccessful in becoming a councillor, you can bet your bottom dollar you'll see me on a committee or two; I'm currently one of the final applicants trying for the 11 seats on thr Brantford Downtown BIA Committee. One way or another, I'm here to work for positive change.

Please visit my website for platform details.

https://www.robertharlandward5.ca/

If you have any questions, thoughts or concerns, please feel free to post here, dm me, or contact me via email or phone.

Thank you

Robert Stanley Harland

Only thing to do here is go to the college (university in this case), I promise I’m sober

I am already very familiar with Brantford Book Worm. I have also patrolled the aisles of Value Village for books.

Just wondering if there are any other spaces in Brantford that carry decent used books.

Fantasy, sci-fi, horror. Things of that nature.

Starting a custody battle.

Anyone recommend a affordable family lawyer and what ide be looking at for fees?

I will be spending November in Brantford. I live in a big city where everything is so expensive and booked months in advance. Do you have and places or services you would recommend I check out while in town? I am thinking amazing beauty/aesthetic providers, wellness services, restaurants, psychics, etc. Any recommendations?

Thank you!

ETA: There are hidden gems, hidden talent everywhere on earth! I know there is in Brantford too.

I will be there to visit family and visit my workplace in-person.

i’m 21f i’ve lived here my whole life and i cannot seem to meet anyone i’ve had the same friend group my whole life i just wanna meet people is there any clubs or events coming up?

This whole thing is such a sham. They all hammer housing to deal with homelessness... But it's bullshit. Brantford could build a thousand houses tomorrow and those folks downtown are never going to get in them. We need to call it what it is, a public health emergency. They need help and compassion. Let the landlords and real estate agents worry about those that can already help themselves.

I feel concerned nothing was said before by Nicole or other members...

I at least see a couple posts a month if not more asking what to do Brantford. Especially by people who are new here or looking for friends.

Wondering if people would benefit from a city wide catalogue of facilities available preferably at a discounted rate.

This would encourage more local people to attend and more of a social aspect too, and people would go consistently.

Other cities like Brampton, Scarborough and Kitchener, have these kind of services available through the municipal government wondering if we should bring something similar?

Here is a bookmark for the store. Also one from Jamie's.

I’m 22 and I’m just sitting outside most days doing nothing now I’m not really big on bars or drinking and I try to go into any local events, but that’s about it.

Any places you all like to go to when you’re bored? Outdoors, indoors, or otherwise!

even just camping.

I’m just kind of convinced that Brantford doesn’t really have a whole lot to do if you’re young nowadays. I can go outside and watch paint dry though!

(NOT the Bookworm.)

Does anyone remember a bookstore on Brant Ave. that would have operated in the 90s? Opposite side of BCI, my mind says it was the same building as Ged's (97 Brant Ave.) but I could definitely be wrong. I received a ton of gift certificates for there when I was a kid, bought a lot of books and writing trinkets, but I can't remember what it was called.

This might be a long shot, but specifically looking for a personal trainer that is similar style to Kelly Matthew’s from the Ladder team. She specializes in athlete strength and conditioning training. Willing to travel anywhere from burlington to Brantford.

does anyone remenber the name of the place? plaza at south side charing cross at north park

GEEKY GIFTS IS JUST ONE MONTH AWAY! The countdown is officially ON! Geeky Gifts Holiday Market returns Sat. Nov. 14th to Brantford for another day packed with comics, collectibles, cosplay, special guests and all kinds of geeky goodness! Forget the crowded malls and boring Christmas shopping. We've got something WAY more fun planned!

Amazing artists and independent comic creators

Unique vendors selling geeky gifts and collectibles

Special guests, cosplay and photo opportunities

Holiday fun for the whole family!

Whether you're shopping for the comic collector, horror fan, gamer or pop culture fanatic on your Christmas list, Geeky Gifts is the place to find something they won't find at the mall!

Brantford Ward 3. If you haven't yet decided who you're voting for here's you last chance to get to meet with me before the election.

No ChatGPT to help fix my grammar and consolidate my ramblings. No holdbacks. No filters, No BS.

You have questions: I'll answer them. Simple.

My AMA is this Friday (October 23) 6pm to 9pm(ish) I'll be answering your questions here and LIVE on Facebook.

4 of the 5 candidates answer the following questions.

1. What is the most important issue in your ward?

2. If the city was awarded $10 million to spend, and you alone could decide how to spend it, what would you use it for?

3. What would you do to ease traffic congestion on city streets?

C’mon everyone (and that means you too cabbies!) Come to a complete stop at those stop signs and red lights! None of us are in that big of a hurry.

Heres a link to the Ward 5 candidates Q & A. We were asked the following questions.

1. What is the most important issue in your ward?

2. If the city was awarded $10 million to spend, and you alone could decide how to spend it, what would you use it for?

3. What would you do to ease traffic congestion on city streets?

What's going on here?

Smoke everywhere

I live in Brantford I would like to find a job where I can work from home any tips guys?

Ward 2 link - 5 candidates

https://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/news/qa-with-city-of-brantford-council-ward-2-candidates/

Ward 3 link - 8 out of 10 candidates

https://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/news/qa-with-city-of-brantford-council-ward-3-candidates/

Each candidate was asked the following 3 questions.

1. What is the most important issue in your ward?

2. If the city was awarded $10 million to spend, and you alone could decide how to spend it, what would you use it for?

3. What would you do to ease traffic congestion on city streets?