Encampment Policy Update: Addressing the Chronic Underfunding in Peel
During the Regional Council meeting May 23, the focus was on the critical issues of homelessness and mental health services within our community. Peel is chronically underfunded in these essential areas, and today’s discussions reinforced the urgent need for increased provincial support.
Portas Do Mar Bar and Grill
Brampton Landlords Call for Discussion on Rental Licensing Program Restart.
Community Safety Update: February 2024
Thank you to the many residents and businesses in downtown Brampton and across Wards 1 & 5, for providing feedback regarding community safety issues. In the fall of 2023, we hosted a Community Safety Townhall meeting with residents, in collaboration with the Region of Peel and Peel Police. Several items have been actioned including recent announcements and advocacy related to auto-theft, increased support for Place-based Peel Outreach, Neighbourhood Associations , Peel Police CIRT and more. The work to tackle mental health and addictions, homelessness, and crime, particularly in the downtown core is ongoing.
Community Safety Meeting Scheduled
Residents in the Downtown Brampton area and along the Etobicoke Trail Creek have seen a rise in crime, drugs, mental health issues and encampments in the area. We’re taking the issue very seriously and convening a community safety meeting with the goal of creating an action plan and follow-up.
Welcoming Streets Program Extended in Brampton
Thursday, March 23, 2023 The Welcoming Streets pilot program in downtown Brampton has been extended until the end of 2023. As Canada’s fastest growing city, Brampton has seen a rise in homelessness and mental health and addictions issues, leading many to seek support in the downtown core where essential services are available. However, this concentration […]
Revamping Brampton City Hall Parking: Essential Repairs Set to Begin
Starting in March, Brampton City Hall’s parking garage will undergo essential repairs that will last for six months. The garage has been in use for over 30 years and needs maintenance to ensure it stays in good condition. The repairs will be done in phases to minimize any disruptions to residents, businesses, and City staff. […]
Update on Downtown Brampton’s Action Plan
The City of Brampton is hosting an Integrated Downtown Plan Open House to develop a vision illustrating the long-term future for its downtown. Register to attend and share your vision for a dynamic Downtown Brampton.
