Regional Councillor Brampton Wards 1 & 5

City of Brampton invests a record $1.75 million in 159 non-profits and charities through the 2025 Advance Brampton Fund

The City of Brampton is granting $1.75 million to 159 non-profits through the 2025 Advance Brampton Fund, the largest allocation in its history. This funding supports initiatives in arts and culture, community safety, and recreation to enhance residents’ well-being. Applications for the 2026 fund will open in the fall, continuing the City’s commitment to strengthening community programs.

City of Brampton launches free Youth Hockey Development program to build skills, confidence and community connections

The City of Brampton is launching a free Youth Hockey Development Program in 2025, in partnership with former NHL player Phil Oreskovic. The program offers youth the chance to learn hockey fundamentals, develop key skills, and build teamwork. This initiative is part of Brampton’s commitment to accessible, inclusive sports, promoting youth wellness and active lifestyles through recreational programs.

Brampton celebrates the $106 million transit commitment from the Federal Government

The City of Brampton has secured over $106 million annually through the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF) for the next decade, ensuring sustainable investment in its transit infrastructure. The funding will support upgrades, replacements, and modernization of Brampton Transit’s infrastructure, maintaining it in good repair. This historic investment, part of the largest public transit initiative in Canadian history, aims to enhance transit services, support housing affordability, and reduce emissions.

“Party leaders should support a Municipal Ban on U.S.A bids”

GTA Regional Councillors Rowena Santos and Chris Leahy are urging Canadian municipalities to block American companies from bidding on contracts if Trump imposes tariffs. They also want Ontario provincial leaders to support a province-wide ban on US bids. Santos has proposed a procurement policy change in Brampton, with a council debate scheduled for today.

Youth mental health support coming to Century Gardens in Brampton

The City of Brampton has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Peel Children’s Aid Society to establish a new Youth Wellness Hub as a part of the Century Gardens Youth Hub project. This innovative initiative is part of the Ontario government’s provincial network of 27 Youth Wellness Hubs, designed to connect youth and their […]