We recognize and deeply appreciate that we are working on stolen lands – read our Land Acknowledgement here.
A space for community
Twelve organizations have come together to bring community services under one roof in Brantford’s downtown core. Our goal is to build a roughly 57,800 square-foot community hub that will be home to wellness, mental health, social recreation, and developmental service organizations that strengthen our community. We plan to include public amenities like outdoor areas, play spaces, activity rooms, training centers, and culinary spaces. The Riverside Hub will make accessing services easier and offer a welcoming place to build relationships, belonging, and wellbeing – making Brantford a better place to live!
Services
Our programs support individuals from all walks of life as they connect, seek services, and heal.
Mental Health Services
Healthcare Services
Developmental Services
Addictions Supports
Crisis Services
Programs for Intimate Partner Violence
2SLGBTQ+ Services and Advocacy
Housing Supports
Employment Supports
Food Security Programs
Social Recreation
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Our Process
Scroll or use the arrows to see where we’ve been and where we’re headed.
January 2019
Needs Analysis
Completed April 2019
Hub Development Community Formed
Completed 2020
Feasibility Study
Completed 2021
Space Needs Analysis
Completed 2021
1st Ontario Trillium Grant
Completed 2021
Fundraising Plan
In progress 2021
Governance Model
Completed 2022
Indigenous Talking Circles
Completed 2022
Name, Brand and Website
Completed 2022
Identify a Site
Completed 2022
2nd Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant
Completed 2022
Business Plan
Completed 2022
Further Community and E.D.I Engagement
Completed 2023
Site Plan
Completed 2023
Site Acquisition
Completed 2025
Site Feasibility Studies (around 40 studies submitted for site plan application and presentation to the Heritage Committee at the City of Brantford)
Completed 2025
Schematic Design
Completed 2025
Space Planning Area Allocations
Completed 2026-2029
Fundraising - Ongoing
In progress 2026
Archeological Study - Stage 3
Upcoming 2026
Formal Site Application
Upcoming 2026
Additional Financing Secured
Upcoming 2026
Formal Site Approval
Upcoming 2027
Building Permits
Upcoming 2027
Tendering Procurement
Upcoming 2027
Demolition
Upcoming 2027
Construction Begins
Completed 2028
Active Construction Phase
Upcoming 2029
Construction Completed
Upcoming 2029
Move and Relocation
Upcoming 2030
Building Opens
Upcoming Together for a Stronger Community
Together, our Hub partners serve over 27,000 community members each year and employ approximately 800 professionals with approximately 150 onsite daily. We offer a full range of services to support individuals and families in their moment of need.
