Brampton Welcomes Provincial Support for Encampments and Public Safety

Brampton’s proactive measures, including its Encampment Protocol, address homelessness and addiction through coordinated cleanup efforts, enhanced security, and advocacy for compassionate interventions like involuntary treatment as a last resort. The City of Brampton welcomes Ontario’s new Safer Municipalities Act, 2024, which strengthens enforcement and allocates $75.5 million for shelter expansion and affordable housing.
Peel Region of Police officially launch R.I.D.E along with M.A.D.D

Peel Regional Police has officially launched its Seasonal Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) Campaign in partnership with Mother’s Against Drunk Driving (MADD). This annual campaign, part of ongoing collaborative efforts to reduce impaired driving, runs from November 16 to December 31, 2024. https://vimeo.com/1037189203 Quote https://vimeo.com/1037054983To ensure the community is driving safely and responsibly, additional officers […]
Local efforts and calls to action to address encampments – response from Premier Ford

Regional Councillor Rowena Santos has been advocating for months to address encampments and their impact on Brampton residents, particularly along the Etobicoke Creek Trail. Premier Doug Ford’s recent response pledges new measures to support municipalities, including investments in mental health, addiction recovery, and homelessness prevention, along with enhanced legislative tools to manage encampments.
Break the Silence

The fifth Break the Silence campaign continues to raise awareness and encourage action against gender-based violence, urging everyone to recognize the signs of abuse and support victims.
Mid-Term (2022-2026) Review

Time to reflect on what we’ve achieved and get your input on the next two years. My focus is always based on what I hear directly from you at your doorstep, on the phone, at community events, at council and through digital channels. Thank you for engaging on the issues that help build a brighter future for Brampton.
Improvements to By-law Enforcement

Councillor Santos initiated a motion for an operational review of Brampton’s by-law enforcement, which led to a comprehensive implementation plan endorsed by the Council in 2024. The plan includes staffing expansions, new specialist roles, enhanced operating procedures, and community-focused enforcement initiatives.
Continued efforts to prioritize safety – UPDATE on traffic calming in Wards 1 & 5

Reducing vehicular speed and cut-through traffic, particularly in local residential areas, remains a priority. The City continues to implement speed cushions, automated speed enforcement (ASE) cameras, road diets, increased signage, and strategically lowered neighbourhood speed limits to encourage safer driving behavior. “I continue to hear from residents that speeding and cut-through traffic is a significant […]
Media Release: City of Brampton adds 40 more Automated Speed Enforcement cameras to local streets

On November 09, 2024, The City of Brampton continues to strengthen its commitment to traffic safety by installing 40 additional Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras, getting one step closer to its goal of 185 cameras by the end of summer 2025. These newly installed cameras advance the City’s ongoing efforts to curb speeding and improve […]
Safe Public Spaces for All

Brampton is committed to exploring practices, addressing key challenges, and identifying critical gaps in managing encampments ensuring safe spaces for all. Through proactive solutions, the city aims to support vulnerable residents and improve public spaces for all.
End the Exploitation of International Students

Brampton is enhancing protections for international students against exploitation and trafficking through improved rental licensing, community support, and advocacy for federal and provincial systemic changes.