BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton will celebrate School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week from June 3 to 7 to recognize the vital role crossing guards have in ensuring the safety and well-being of their community. This year, the Ontario Traffic Council’s School Crossing Programs Committee has launched a province-wide drawing contest with the winning drawings featured on thank-you cards distributed …
BRAMPTON – Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) is inviting the local arts, culture and creative community to an engaging and interactive Community Check-In and Social. The event will feature opportunities to: Learn about BAO’s achievements and projects in the first quarter of 2024. Get a sneak peek on upcoming BAO initiatives and events planned. Hear exciting updates from the City of …
Ottawa – Veterans sacrificed so much to safeguard and preserve the Canada we see today. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring Veterans, as well as those who work to support them, are appropriately honoured. Following the National Stakeholder Summit and before the Women Veterans Forum happening this week in Montreal, Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and …
Toronto – Advancing gender equality involves having more women, girls, and gender-diverse individuals in positions of leadership. A young person’s sense of self-esteem and body confidence can significantly influence their ability to take on leadership and decision-making roles later in life. Lisa Hepfner, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced up to $1.5 million …
Canada and Ontario investment will help 77 maple syrup producers enhance operations TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing more than $1 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support the productivity and growth of businesses in the province’s maple syrup sector. The Maple Production Improvement Initiative is supporting 77 maple syrup producers with …
BRAMPTON – With milder winter weather throughout Brampton, the City has made changes to its winter amenities and is sharing reminders about keeping the community a vibrant place to live and play. Brampton outdoor skating rinks will close for the season as of Monday, March 4, 2024. Due to unseasonably warm temperatures and with the upcoming arrival of spring, the …
Ottawa – For decades, Canada and Ontario’s nuclear technology has been world-leading, providing safe, reliable, and affordable non-emitting energy, as well as good jobs for workers, with over 75,000 hard-working Canadians employed across the nuclear supply chain. Today, the governments of Canada and Ontario are working together to advance new nuclear power generation in Ontario to cement our globally recognized …
Ontario – Bears may wander into urban areas in search of food, but not every bear sighting is an emergency. Know who to call if you encounter a bear: Non-Emergency Encounters Call the toll-free Bear Wise reporting line at 1-866-514-2327 (TTY 705-945-7641) if a bear is: Moving through a backyard or field but is not lingering Roaming around the neighbourhood …
BRAMPTON– The City of Brampton celebrates Irish Heritage Month throughout March with a community event on Friday, March 15 at City Hall. Irish Heritage Month recognizes the incredible contributions Irish Canadians have made to our country. The month serves as an opportunity for people to learn about their rich history and celebrate the positive impact they continue to make in …
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is celebrating International Women’s Day and the many achievements and contributions of women and individuals who identify as women who, throughout history, have done so much to make Brampton the livable, compassionate and prosperous city it is today. Enjoy a night out at The Rose to celebrate International Women’s Day on Saturday, March 9, …
