Project E.R.A.S.E. to Crack Down on Street Racing and Dangerous Driving
Peel Regional Police have kicked off the 2025 edition of Project E.R.A.S.E., a joint crackdown on illegal street racing and stunt driving across the GTA. With a 154% spike in charges since 2022, the campaign runs from May to October, combining targeted enforcement, community engagement, and tougher penalties—including $800 fines and vehicle impoundments. In 2024, over 2,100 charges were laid and 1,119 vehicles investigated. Partnering with local police forces and led in part by Brampton Councillor Rowena Santos, the initiative supports Vision Zero and aims to make streets safer for everyone.
City of Brampton invests in cutting-edge technology to enhance public safety
Brampton is enhancing public safety by installing 360-degree cameras and licence plate recognition technology at 50 intersections to aid crime investigations. These cameras will not issue tickets but will provide real-time data to Peel Regional Police, improving response to traffic incidents and safety concerns. As the first Canadian municipality to implement this technology, Brampton prioritizes community safety with cutting-edge investments.
Safer Neighbourhoods: Councillor Santos’ Crime Prevention and Safety Workshop Engages Residents
Councillor Santos hosted a Crime Prevention and Community Safety workshop with Peel Police, Brampton Fire, Community Safety Office, Bylaw Enforcement and City Security. 135 residents registered and actively participated in sessions including Crime Mapping, Petty Theft and Porch Piracy, Break and Enter, Auto Theft, Fraud, Road Safety, Crime Reporting and Fire Prevention. Residents were overwhelmingly enthusiastic […]
Safer Drivers = Safer Roads
Premier Ford’s accident highlights the urgent need for road safety reforms. Brampton Councillor Santos urges the province to act on the city-endorsed Safer Drivers = Safer Roads motion to address unqualified drivers and improve training.
Installation of 40 Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) Cameras – December Update
Brampton is installing 40 new high-tech speed cameras to improve road safety. This expansion will make their program the largest in Canada, aiming to further reduce speeding and create safer streets.
Update on Project E.R.A.S.E
Peel Regional Police ran Project E.R.A.S.E. to combat dangerous driving and street racing. The program used education, enforcement, and social awareness to improve road safety. They investigated over 1,100 vehicles and issued charges for speeding, noise violations, and impaired driving.
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 […]
Brampton Launches New Automated Speed Enforcement Processing Centre
Brampton has unveiled its new Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) Processing Centre, making it Ontario’s largest and most advanced facility for road safety enforcement. The Centre, supported by 42 new hires, aims to process traffic violations faster and more efficiently, helping deter speeding across the province. With plans to deploy 185 ASE cameras by 2025, Brampton is setting a new standard in road safety and community protection.
PRP Project Warlock – Multiple Arrests Made in Violent Home Invasions, Robberies and Carjacking’s
Peel Regional Police’s Project Warlock tackled an organized crime network behind numerous violent crimes in Brampton and Mississauga. Over six months, investigators solved 17 violent crimes, recovered stolen vehicles and property, and arrested 18 individuals. This operation highlights the urgent need for bail reform to improve public safety.
