Regional Councillor Brampton Wards 1 & 5

City of Brampton celebrates International Women’s Day 2025

On March 8, the City of Brampton will celebrate International Women’s Day, honouring the achievements and contributions of women and individuals who identify as women, whose efforts continue to shape Brampton into a thriving and inclusive community. “Achieving gender equity requires action and that’s exactly what this year’s International Women’s Day theme calls for. I […]

Brampton’s 13th annual Seedy Saturday and Garden Show returns on March 8

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to popularity, registration is full The City of Brampton, in partnership with the Brampton Horticultural Society, is excited to announce the 13th annual Seedy Saturday and Garden Show. “Seedy Saturday is a fantastic opportunity for residents to deepen their connection to gardening, sustainability, and community. This event, along with the Backyard Garden Program, […]

City of Brampton strengthens commitment to safer rental housing

Brampton is enhancing rental housing safety by waiving the Residential Rental Licensing (RRL) application fee for 2025, encouraging compliance and protecting tenants. The city has licensed 3,227 units and expanded enforcement efforts by hiring 38 additional by-law officers to improve property standards and safety. A new program will soon provide smoke alarms to RRL applicants, reinforcing fire safety in rental homes.

City of Brampton enhancing Riverstone Community Centre

The City of Brampton has begun enhancements to the Riverstone Community Centre, aimed at improving the facility’s amenities to better serve the community. This project is part of Brampton’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan, reflecting the City’s commitment to promoting active and healthy lifestyles through strategic investments in recreational infrastructure. “Riverstone Community Centre brings friends […]

Santos survey supports public safety investment, 300 new Peel Police Officers in 2025

Brampton residents identified public safety as their top concern in Councillor Rowena Santos’ surveys, supporting increased investment. The 2025 Regional Council budget approved hiring 300 new police officers to address crime, intimate partner violence, and road safety. Santos continues to advocate for stronger provincial and federal action, including reforms to driver examination processes.