Brampton Commends Ontario’s Efforts to Tackle Homelessness, Addiction, and Encampments
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.
Canada and the Philippines: A Journey of Collaboration and Friendship
Canada and the Philippines celebrate 75 years of friendship, highlighting deep bonds of shared values and collaboration. Filipino-Canadians play a vital role in enriching Canadian communities, while leaders from both nations strengthen ties through trade, cultural exchanges, and diplomacy to foster a brighter future together.
City of Brampton commemorates Brampton’s 50th birthday with new mural
As Brampton’s 50th birthday celebrations enter the final month, the City has unveiled a newly commissioned mural, Blossoming Brampton, by renowned artist Jerry Rugg (aka birdO), marking a half-century of growth, diversity, and community spirit. Located in the heart of downtown Brampton on The Rose, this vibrant mural symbolizes Brampton’s transformation over the past 50 […]
Break the Silence
The fifth Break the Silence campaign continues to raise awareness and encourage action against gender-based violence, urging everyone to recognize the signs of abuse and support victims.
Improvements to By-law Enforcement
Councillor Santos initiated a motion for an operational review of Brampton’s by-law enforcement, which led to a comprehensive implementation plan endorsed by the Council in 2024. The plan includes staffing expansions, new specialist roles, enhanced operating procedures, and community-focused enforcement initiatives.
Brampton Takes Bold Action Against Exploitation and Trafficking of International Students
International Female Students in Ontario at Risk of Exploitation by Predatory Landlords, Community Leaders Warn
Media Release: City of Brampton adds 40 more Automated Speed Enforcement cameras to local streets
On November 09, 2024, The City of Brampton continues to strengthen its commitment to traffic safety by installing 40 additional Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras, getting one step closer to its goal of 185 cameras by the end of summer 2025. These newly installed cameras advance the City’s ongoing efforts to curb speeding and improve […]
Brampton City Councillor Rowena Santos on travelling to the US to get Michiganders to vote for Kamala Harris.
