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 […]
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.
Behind the Scenes at City Hall: My Internship in Councillor Santos’ Office
By Felicia Pagulayan, Youth Development Coordinator, Santos Youth Council When I began my Co-Op placement at Councillor Santos’ office in the fall of 2024, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Over the course of this unforgettable experience, I truly found my path thanks to the mentorship of the incredible people on this team, and was […]
Ontario court strikes down Ford government’s plan to remove Toronto bike lanes
Public artwork honouring the legacy of Premier William ‘Bill’ Grenville Davis unveiled
Today, on Bill Davis Day, as proclaimed by Mayor Patrick Brown and City Council to celebrate the significant contributions of Premier William ‘Bill’ Grenville Davis, the City of Brampton, in partnership with the Government of Ontario and in collaboration with Peel Art Gallery Museum and Archives (PAMA), unveiled a memorial public artwork commemorating his remarkable […]
Project Night Train: Peel Police Shut Down Criminal Networks Tied to Brutal Home Invasions
Peel Regional Police have dismantled two interconnected criminal networks linked to a series of violent home invasions and jewellery store robberies across the Greater Toronto Area, which left several victims with severe, life-altering injuries and resulted in approximately $2 million in stolen property. “Project Night Train sends another clear message: organized crime will not be […]
Another milestone in the Centre for Innovation project reached
Downtown Brampton is undergoing a major transformation, supported by a dedicated investment of $23.8 million through the 2025 Budget, for the revitalization of Main and Queen Streets. This includes improvements to roads, sidewalks, lighting, street furniture and landscaping, as well as the reconstruction of Ken Whillans Square. “This is another transformational milestone— it’s a step […]
Bovaird House Reimagined: A New Community-Focused Future for a Historic Brampton Landmark
Councillor Santos has introduced a motion to revitalize Brampton’s historic Bovaird House as a vibrant, inclusive public space through outdoor events and cultural programming. The plan expands public access and lays the groundwork for future museum designation, possibly linked to PAMA’s transition to city control. City staff will also seek provincial and federal heritage funding to support long-term preservation and community engagement.
Brampton Pushes Back as Slumlord Defenders Stage Failing Protests
