Welcome to Leading Local — a space where I share civic insights, community updates, and reflections on the real work of public service. These are the stories behind the scenes: council conversations, grassroots momentum, and the people who make Brantford better.
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COMMUNITY, CONNECTION & COLLABORATION July 1 to 22, 2025 July started off with a bang. Fireworks lit up the sky as Brantford came together to celebrate Canada Day, and from there, the month has been full of community moments, meaningful conversations, and a lot of showing up. With Council on summer recess, I’ve been able…
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A look back at June 9th – June 29th It’s been a full and meaningful stretch of days across Brantford and in Ward 5, packed with celebrations, conversations, and the kind of behind-the-scenes work that helps build stronger communities. Things began at the Beckett Building, where I joined tenants for a Town Hall focused on…
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Highlights in review from June 2–8th Community, connection, and the quiet work that builds change This week brought together so many of the things I care deeply about community conversations, youth leadership, celebration, service, and the kind of behind-the-scenes work that makes change possible over time. It began with the inaugural meeting of the Safe…
Mandy Samwell | Brantford City Councillor 