BRAMPTON – The City is emphasizing the urgent need for consideration by the provincially appointed Transition Board to ensure the dissolution of the Region of Peel does not hinder Brampton’s growth or put additional financial pressure on Brampton residents. The City announced seven specific examples of housing applications currently delayed due to regional servicing constraints. These projects alone would create …
Presenting rising homegrown R&B musical talent at NXNE Music Festival
BRAMPTON –The City of Brampton, led by the Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) and Brampton On Stage, is back at this year’s North by Northeast (NXNE) Music Festival. The This Is Brampton showcase, titled ‘The Velvet Rope’, will take place June 15 at the Drake Underground. Curated by Brampton-based artist Savannah Taylor through her arts organization, Nina’s Daughters, The Velvet Rope, promises to be …
Get moving with City of Brampton during Bike Month
Brampton – The City of Brampton invites you to explore the many trails and active transportation networks this June during Bike Month. Cycling allows you to reduce your carbon footprint, significantly lowers travel costs, improves mental health, and incorporates light exercise into your daily routine. Through the implementation of its Active Transportation Master Plan, the City of Brampton continues to …
Celebrate Recreation, Seniors Month with City of Brampton
Brampton – Celebrate Recreation and Seniors Month in Brampton with activities and events throughout June. Learn about the benefits of healthy activity by participating in Recreation Month in Brampton, with free programming and special events, including National Health and Fitness Day and International Yoga Day. For more information on programs and events, visit www.brampton.ca/recmonth. National Health and Fitness Day June 3, …
Brampton Farmers’ Market to return this June
Vendors, entertainment to take over downtown core on summer Saturdays Brampton – The Brampton Farmers’ Market, presented by Meridian Credit Union, returns to the downtown core for the 2023 season on June 10. Vendors include farmers and local artisans offering freshly picked seasonal produce, prepared foods and unique handcrafted gods. Throughout the summer months there will be additional programming and …
Canada, Brampton invest in transition to electric bus fleet
Brampton – Kamal Khera, Minister of Seniors and MP for Brampton West, Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Member of Parliament for Brampton East, His Worship Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton on behalf of Brampton City Council, and Josipa Petrunić, President & CEO of the Canadian Urban Transit Research & Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC), announced a …
June is Heritage Month in Brampton
Brampton – June is heritage month in Brampton, with celebrations throughout to honour the City’s diverse communities. Residents are invited to enjoy live entertainment and traditional cuisine as we celebrate Italian Heritage Month, Portuguese Heritage Month and Filipino Heritage Month. The City of Brampton is proud to honour our diverse mosaic by highlighting the different cultures of our residents and …
Brampton celebrates National Public Works Week
Brampton – The City of Brampton celebrates National Public Works Week (NPWW), from May 21 to 27, with a week of in-person activities to celebrate those who provide vital services for the community. National Public Works Week calls attention to the importance of public works in community life, seeking to enhance the importance of the often-unsung public works heroes of …
Expression of Interest now open for Brampton’s Centre for Innovation
Landmark project to be a catalyst to develop downtown Brampton BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is now seeking expressions of interest for the Centre for Innovation (CFI). As a catalyst for future growth and part of the city’s growing Innovation District, the Centre for Innovation (CFI) is envisioned as an iconic landmark building for Brampton, with engaging collaborative public use …
Youth Hub opens at Susan Fennell Sportsplex
Brampton – The City of Brampton’s Youth Hub is now open at the Susan Fennell Sportsplex. The Youth Hub at the Susan Fennell Sportsplex offers a safe and inclusive space for young people to access programming and supports, all while building meaningful friendships and connections. The dedicated space includes a variety of unstructured spaces to allow youth to freely socialize and …