Who We Are
Brantford is a community that provides urban amenities with a charming small town feel.
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The City of Brantford is made up of a community of dedicated staff who work together to deliver hundreds of programs and services each day with the ultimate goal of enhancing the quality of life for our residents.
Our determination to attract and retain the best and brightest talent is reflected in our investment in the people who work here. In concert with growth opportunities, the implementation of the City of Brantford People Master Plan is designed to respond to the varying and ongoing needs of employees.
View our current career opportunities, apply to be a part of our growing team, and discover why you should join the City of Brantford.
Organizational Structure
Guided by the policies and priorities of Council, the City's Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) leads and brings together the efforts of all Commissions and departments, ensuring that the City's programs and services meet the demands and expectations of the community.
Discover the City of Brantford
Learn more about Brantford's Mayor and Council, our rich history, the plans and priorities we have for the future, our excellent post-secondary institutions, our tourist events and attractions and browse our Community Profile for details about our diverse manufacturing sector and more.
An Executive Leadership Team of three Commissioners support the CAO. Each is responsible for specific service areas in each of the City's three Commissions as follows:
- Corporate Services - Joelle Daniels, Commissioner and City Treasurer
Clerks Services, Information Technology, Finance, Human Resources, Legal - Public Works - Inderjit (Indie) Hans, Commissioner
Business Support and Sustainability, Engineering Services, Environmental Services, Fleet and Transit Services, Operational Services, Parks and Recreation - Community Development - Michael Bradley, Commissioner
Building Services, By-law Security and Animal Control, Economic Development, Tourism and Cultural Initiatives, Planning and Development Services
Six operational units also support the CAO as follows:
- Fire and Emergency Management
- Communications, Community Engagement and Customer Service
- Family Income and Stability
- Government Relations and Corporate Initiatives
- Housing and Homelessness Services
- Social Development and Policy
Hometown Heroes
Joseph Thayendanegea Brant
The City of Brantford's name comes from Joseph Thayendanegea Brant who was a Mohawk war chief. He was a Captain for the British Superintendent's Mohawk warriors during the American Revolution. Our City is located on part of his land grant. Explore more history from our Museums, Heritage and Galleries.
Alexander Graham Bell
Alexander Graham Bell invented and patented the first telephone in 1876 from his residence in Brantford, Ontario.
Wayne Gretzky
The professional hockey player and former NHL head coach, Wayne Gretzky, was born and raised in Brantford. The Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre is a renowned facility that is named in honour of the hockey legend.