City of Brampton showcasing local efforts globally at international climate conference in Germany
City of Brampton Regional Councillor Rowena Santos has been selected as one of 15 municipal representatives worldwide to participate in the Fit for Climate Change – How Cities and Municipalities are Meeting the Challenges of Climate Change, paid for and hosted by the Federal Foreign Office of Germany. “It is a privilege to represent Brampton […]
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. […]
Canada’s housing market shifts, yet students still face barriers
City of Brampton breaks ground on first all-electric fire station
Today, the City of Brampton broke ground on Fire Station 215, a modern and environmentally sustainable facility that will enhance emergency response in the City’s fast-growing northeast community to support the dedicated work of Brampton Fire and Emergency Services (BFES). “This new fire station reflects our commitment to building complete, healthy communities where families feel […]
Movies Under the Stars
Attend free, family-friendly outdoor movie screenings this summer! Bring your blanket or lawn chair and join us for a FREE movie night at: Chinguacousy Park Garden Square Gore Meadows Community Centre Mount Pleasant Square Bovaird House – New Addition – Tuesday, August 26 We are excited to announce a new addition to the Movies Under […]
Exciting Updates on Major Projects in Wards 1 & 5
Today, city staff provided me with updates on major projects and initiatives within Wards 1 and 5. The presentation shared below, covers a range of much anticipated projects like Century Gardens Youth Hub, Chris Gibson Recreation Centre, Williams Parkway Improvements, Speed Cushion Installations, and more. Public Works Staff also shared updated timelines for each project. […]