Brantford, Ontario, is a vibrant city with a rich heritage, nestled along the picturesque Grand River in Southwestern Ontario. With a 2021 population of 104,688, it's famously known as the "Telephone City," where Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone. Brantford has a complex history, including its role in the residential school system and its recognition for being the first Canadian city to fluoridate its water. The city faced economic challenges, particularly after local manufacturing plants closed, but has shown resilience. Brantford boasts a diverse cultural scene, with several theatre groups and a casino, and it maintains its political independence as a single-tier municipality.