Brant Street Pier

The Brant Street Pier is a seven-span continuous structure with a concrete deck supported by a steel framework made of three main girders (stringers) connected by diaphragms with bolted connections. The pier is 137 metres long and about 7.5 metres wide along the span or deck. At the fifth span, about 85 metres from shore, the deck widens to 20 metres - this is referred to as the circular node. The circular node supports a raised platform that is nine metres in diameter and accessible by a circular staircase. This raised platform supports a 12-metre beacon made of tubular structural steel framing.

In October 2012, seven children were chosen by draw to leave their legacy with the Brant Street Pier. In June 2013, as part of the pier's opening celebrations, the children returned to help unveil the plaque that contains the lasting impressions of their handprints.

Does the pier close at night?
The Brant Street Pier is considered part of Spencer Smith Park, which is open between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Is fishing allowed on the pier?
Yes, fishing is allowed. Anglers are asked to be aware of those around them.

Are bicycles allowed on the pier?
Yes, bicycles are allowed on the pier. Please be respectful of pedestrians.

Are motorized vehicles allowed on the pier?
Motorized vehicles are not allowed on the pier, with the exception of city maintenance vehicles.

Can people use the pier for diving?
Climbing, diving or swimming are not permitted on the pier.

How can I report people diving from the pier?
Please call Halton Regional Police Service at 905-878-5511, ext. 5155. If it is an emergency, call 911.

Can people consume alcohol on the pier?
Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the pier.

Is the pier open in the winter?
The pier is not maintained in the winter. Pier users are asked to be extremely cautious or choose not to use the pier during extreme weather, including snowy or icy conditions. Temperatures and wind conditions can be more extreme over open water.

Are skateboarders allowed on the pier?
Skateboarders are asked to dismount and walk on the pier and are not permitted to use benches or rails for skateboarding. City by-law 91-2012 applies.

What should I do if skateboarders are using their skateboards on the pier's benches?
Please call Halton Regional Police Service at 905-878-5511, ext. 5155. If it is an emergency, call 911.

How do I report vandalism on the pier?
Please call the Roads, Parks and Forestry Department at 905-333-6166.

What is the cost of the Brant Street Pier?
The total cost of the Brant Street Pier construction is $14.4 million. Graham Infrastructure's hard construction costs total $5.9 million (including provisional items) before HST. The Canada-Ontario Infrastructure Program is funding $4.4 million of this amount while Halton Region is providing $2.5 million.

Is there a docking feature at the pier?
There is no docking feature at this time. City Council may choose to add this at a later date.

How many people can fit on the pier?
The maximum number of people safely permitted on the pier is 2,100.

How do I get more information about the Brant Street Pier?
For more information about the Brant Street Pier, email pier@burlington.ca.

Is the Brant Street Pier accessible?
The City of Burlington worked with the Burlington Accessibility Advisory Committee and technical experts to provide recommendations for accessibility for the pier. Throughout the design and construction process, recommendations were received and adjustments were made to a number of features on the pier, including the handrail design, the stairs to the observation deck, the design and placement of street furniture (such as benches) and the Lasting Impressions plaque, and the ramp to the beach.

How did people get chosen to place their handprints on the pier?
In October 2012, the city opened an opportunity for children across Burlington to leave their hand prints on the pier. The city received 444 entries, drawing one name from each of the six wards and a seventh name from the city at large. The city then took the hand print impressions of the seven children.