Brampton service impacts as result of potential labour disruption by CUPE Local 831 

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BRAMPTON – The Corporation of the City of Brampton has been in active negotiations with CUPE Local 831 to reach a new contract for City of Brampton members. CUPE Local 831 will be in a legal strike position as of 12:01 am on Thursday, November 7 (today). We recognize and appreciate our CUPE 831 employees and their dedication to maintaining City …

Brampton’s Litter Reduction Charter is now ready

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BRAMPTON – The City of Litter Reduction Charter​ is now ready to be signed, marking a significant milestone in the City’s journey toward becoming Canada’s first litter-free city. Developed through the input of local stakeholders at Brampton’s first-ever Litter Reduction Forum last fall, as well as important feedback from the Litter Reduction Working Group, this Charter sets forth a shared commitment …

Brampton kicks off inclusive Halloween activities

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BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is gearing up for the Halloween season, offering a wide-range of fun, family-friendly activities throughout the city! This year’s festivities have something for everyone, including events designed to be inclusive and accessible. 2024 Halloween Activities in Brampton Fright Nights Supported through the generous sponsorship of Newton’s Grove, Renewal by Andersen and Tim Hortons, the …

Brampton officially opens new Automated Speed Enforcement Processing Centre

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BRAMPTON, ON (September 3, 2024) – Today, the City of Brampton announced the official opening of its new Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) Processing Centre, solidifying its position as a leader in road safety in Ontario. This milestone marks a pivotal advancement in road safety locally and across the province.​ The investment in the new processing centre is a testament to …

Ontario Introducing Online Booking to Exchange Driver’s Licences

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TORONTO — The Ontario government is making it easier and more convenient for newcomers to exchange out-of-province and international driver’s licences. Appointments can now be made online at 15 DriveTest locations across the province. “Ontario is proud to welcome more than 200,000 new residents each year, coming from near and far,” said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation. “That is why …

PEELING THE PAST

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Brampton – Ten municipalities, four “police villages,” and a county were streamlined into two cities, a town, and a Region, 50 years ago. The Regional Municipality of Peel is located immediately to the west of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. It comprises three municipalities: the cities of Mississauga and Brampton, and the Town of Caledon. The current population stands at approximately …

Peel Regional Police celebrates 50 years of service in 2024

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Peel – The year 2024 is Peel Regional Police’s 50th anniversary of providing policing services to the Region of Peel. On January 1, 1974, the municipal police forces of Brampton, Chinguacousy, Mississauga, Port Credit and Streetsville amalgamated to form Peel Regional Police. In recognition of our milestone, we will host a series of events, initiatives and social media campaigns in the …

Observing National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, Orange Shirt Day

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Brampton renews its commitment to Reconciliation and reflects on Indigenous history in Canada  BRAMPTON – In its ongoing commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, the City of Brampton is observing Truth and Reconciliation Week from September 25 to 30, and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day on September 30.  The City of Brampton encourages all residents and …

Ontario Appointing Transition Board to Oversee Dissolution of Peel Region

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Process will ensure equitable outcome that maintains high-quality services TORONTO — Ontario is appointing five members to a transition board that will make recommendations to the government on a range of restructuring matters related to the dissolution of the Regional Municipality of Peel in order to make Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon independent municipalities by January 1, 2025. The five members who have …

Building Brampton’s next generation of entrepreneurs this summer

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BRAMPTON, ON (June 23, 2023) – The Brampton Entrepreneur Centre, as part of the Economic Development Office, has announced the 2023 Summer Company Program cohort where students will learn how to run their own student business. To help turn these business ideas into a reality, the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre will provide these students with business training, mentorship, and financial grants …