Regional Councillor Brampton Wards 1 & 5

Brampton unveils tribute to Terry Fox through commemorative public artwork

New public artwork commemorates Canadian athlete, humanitarian and cancer research activist. Today, Mayor Patrick Brown, Regional Councillor Rowena Santos and artist Christiano De Araujo, with the support of the Fox Family, including Terry Fox’s niece Jessie Alder, unveiled a memorial public artwork honouring the life, courage, and enduring legacy of Terry Fox. The installation at […]

Councillor Rowena Santos Introduced Motion Opposing Province-Wide Speed Camera Ban and Urging Premier to Address Concerns Not Eliminate a Proven Safety Tool

Brampton, ON — Councillor Rowena Santos introduced a motion today at Committee of Council in response to Premier Doug Ford’s decision to cancel Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) across Ontario. Santos warns the move will jeopardize public safety, undo years of progress, and waste millions already invested in Brampton. “I am deeply disappointed by the Premier’s […]

Standing Up for Road Safety: Motion to Oppose Province-Wide Ban on Speed Cameras

This morning, I introduced a motion at Brampton’s Committee of Council in response to Premier Doug Ford’s decision to cancel the Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program across Ontario. The Premier’s decision, not shared by many municipalities, will jeopardize public safety, undo years of progress, and waste millions already invested in Brampton. The motion was seconded […]

Councillor Rowena Santos Calls on Premier to Compromise with Municipalities, Maintain Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) Program

Brampton, ON – Councillor Rowena Santos is urging the Province to maintain Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) as a critical road safety measure, while ensuring the program is implemented fairly and transparently. “Automated Speed Enforcement saves lives. It is not about revenue, it is about protecting our children and keeping our community safe,” said Councillor Santos. […]

Downtown Brampton Revitalization Moves Forward – Transforming the Heart of Our City into a Vibrant Core Our Community Can Be Proud Of

Brampton’s long-awaited downtown revitalization is moving ahead with major investments in Main Street, Ken Whillans Square, and Garden Square. The upgrades will deliver safer sidewalks, vibrant public spaces, and distinctive granite-paved gateways, with visible changes beginning this year. These projects aim to create a more welcoming, dynamic downtown that supports local businesses and reflects Brampton’s community spirit.

UPDATE: Impact of Regeneration Outreach operations at Grace United Church property

For 20 years, Regeneration Outreach has provided essential services to Brampton’s most vulnerable residents. Their work has touched countless lives, and our community is grateful for their contribution. However, Downtown Brampton is in a time of transition. With new housing development, businesses, childcare centres, and recreation facilities, our city core is becoming a vibrant hub. […]

Brampton at the Forefront: Cutting-Edge Housing Solutions Through Federal and Municipal Partnership

Addressing housing affordability and homelessness requires all orders of government working together, with municipalities on the front lines of this urgent challenge. That is why together with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), I support the Federal government’s Build Canada Homes initiative, bringing strong federal leadership, as part of a united national approach to housing. […]