Regional Councillor Brampton Wards 1 & 5

Brampton Breaks Ground on New Peel Memorial Hospital

Today, the City of Brampton proudly celebrated a historic milestone with the official groundbreaking event for Brampton’s second hospital at the Peel Memorial site. This long-awaited development will significantly expand health care services for the city’s growing population, marking a major step forward in strengthening Brampton’s health care infrastructure. The event also coincides with the […]

Youth mental health support coming to Century Gardens in Brampton

The City of Brampton has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Peel Children’s Aid Society to establish a new Youth Wellness Hub as a part of the Century Gardens Youth Hub project. This innovative initiative is part of the Ontario government’s provincial network of 27 Youth Wellness Hubs, designed to connect youth and their […]

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.

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.

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.

Big City Mayors addresses Ontario’s Homelessness and Mental Health Crisis

Ontario faces a severe homelessness and mental health crisis, straining municipalities’ resources. The Ontario Big City Mayors (OBCM) have launched the “Solve the Crisis” campaign, calling on provincial and federal governments to take responsibility and provide needed support. They propose appointing a dedicated ministry, creating an action plan, and investing in crisis centers.