‘Bad news for slum landlords’: Brampton launches rental housing incentive program
City of Brampton launches bold new incentive program for purpose-built rental housing
Today, the City of Brampton announced a new Development Charges (DC) Incentive Program designed to encourage the construction of purpose-built rental housing and address the city’s growing housing needs. “For too long, Brampton has relied on Additional Rental Units (ARUs) to meet our housing needs, with 60% of new units built as ARUs. This overreliance […]
Brampton Regional Councillor Rowena Santos reappointed as Chair of FCM’s Municipal Finance, Infrastructure and Transportation Standing Committee for a third term
Brampton’s Regional Councillor for Wards 1 & 5, Rowena Santos, has been reappointed for a third consecutive term as Chair of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Standing Committee on Municipal Finance, Infrastructure and Transportation for 2025–2026. This reappointment by FCM President Rebecca Bligh affirms Councillor Santos’ leadership and dedication to advancing municipal priorities across […]
Brampton Council Moves to Strengthen Purpose-Built Rental Housing and Push Back on Over-Concentration of Additional Residential Units (ARUs)
At a recent Council meeting, Councillor Keenan and myself brought forward a motion to take bold steps in addressing Brampton’s housing challenges by incentivizing purpose-built rental housing and calling on the Province to reverse its aggressive Additional Residential Unit (ARU) legislation. For decades, Brampton’s primary rental market has seen limited growth. As a result, many […]
Sir Robert Peel Centre and Brampton 22 Division Redevelopment
A Milestone for Public Safety in the Region of Peel Today marks a pivotal moment in Peel’s path to enhanced community safety and modernized policing infrastructure. At 22 Division in Brampton, Sir Robert Peel Centre this morning, Peel Regional Police officially announced the groundbreaking and commencement of construction for this multi-year transformation that will reshape […]
City of Brampton invites the community to ‘Create, Share, Celebrate!’ during Culture Days 2025
Brampton is once again joining communities across Canada for Culture Days 2025, a national celebration of arts, culture and creativity. Generously sponsored by Toronto Pearson and developed in collaboration with Brampton Arts Organization (BAO), Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), Brampton Library, Downtown Brampton Business Improvement Area (DBBIA) and other community partners, from September […]
A Historic Milestone: TMU’s First School of Medicine Class Opens in Brampton
Toronto Metropolitan University’s new School of Medicine in Brampton welcomes its first class of 94 students, marking Ontario’s first new medical school in over 30 years and the GTA’s first in more than a century. This milestone is the result of years of advocacy, partnerships, and determination, especially through the pandemic which highlighted Brampton’s urgent healthcare needs. The school offers students the chance to study and serve their own community, while new facilities will provide primary care for 1,700 patients. As part of Brampton’s growing health and life sciences sector, this achievement positions the city as a hub for innovation and healthcare excellence.
City of Brampton officially kicks off construction on Gore Meadows East Community Park
Construction has officially begun on the highly anticipated Gore Meadows East Community Park, representing a $39.5 million investment in recreation infrastructure for Brampton residents. Expanding the award-winning Gore Meadows Community Centre and Library, this latest addition will deliver world-class outdoor amenities to meet the growing need for recreational spaces in one of Brampton’s fastest-growing areas. […]
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. The […]
Canada’s housing market shifts, yet students still face barriers
