Brampton Regional Councillor Rowena Santos reappointed as Chair of FCM’s Municipal Finance, Infrastructure and Transportation Standing Committee for a third term
Brampton’s Regional Councillor for Wards 1 & 5, Rowena Santos, has been reappointed for a third consecutive term as Chair of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Standing Committee on Municipal Finance, Infrastructure and Transportation for 2025–2026. This reappointment by FCM President Rebecca Bligh affirms Councillor Santos’ leadership and dedication to advancing municipal priorities across […]
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 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. […]
Hour 2: Battling US tariffs could take a while, grocery prices coming down, beloved principal keeps his job, and Free For All Round 1.
STATEMENT: Motion to Address Public Safety Concerns Related to Grace United Church and Regeneration Outreach at 156 Main St North
For nearly 15 years, Regeneration Outreach has played an important role in serving some of Brampton’s most vulnerable residents. Their work, including food programs, basic needs support, and addiction services, has been very much appreciated. However, the current location at 156 Main Street North, within a rapidly intensifying residential and commercial downtown core, is no […]
Councillor Santos Advances Vision to Reimagine Bovaird House Site as a Public Heritage Destination
Councillor Rowena Santos has introduced a motion to City Council that charts a new path forward for the historic Bovaird House property. The motion outlines a framework for using existing city resources to utilize the Bovaird House site in the short term while laying the groundwork for future enhancements, including potential museum designation. “This is […]
