BRAMPTON – Updated independent data has confirmed that dissolving the Region of Peel would create serious financial hardship and uncertainty for the taxpayers of Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Deloitte updated the 2019 data produced for the Region of Peel and combined with inflation, high interest rates and other factors, the City of Brampton determined that if the dissolution of the …
Mayor Patrick Brown unveils proposed 2024 Budget
2024 Budget builds the Brampton advantage with a focus on Transit and Health care BRAMPTON – Patrick Brown, Mayor of the City of Brampton tabled his first mayor’s budget under new provincial legislation the Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act, 2022. The official draft of the 2024 budget is now available for feedback from residents and businesses as a critical step in its development. …
Brampton’s Winter Wonderland is back!
BRAMPTON, ON (November 23, 2023) – It’s that time of year! The City of Brampton is excited to kick off its annual Winter Wonderland, with plenty of outdoor fun across the city sponsored by the Spirit of Math. Bundle up, gather your friends and family and enjoy family-friendly activities all winter long. Outdoor Rinks and Skating Trails The City marks …
Brampton On Stage unveils Jan-May 2024 season with Tegan, Sara, Rupi Kaur, Tynomi Banks
BRAMPTON – Brampton On Stage has announced its highly anticipated January to May 2024 season, promising a spectacular lineup of both local and world-class performances and entertainment at The Rose, Lester B. Pearson (LBP) and Cyril Clark. Headlining the season are renowned artists and performers, including Canadian music duo Tegan and Sara, Brampton-raised Rupi Kaur, and legendary Canadian drag performer …
Brampton prepares for winter weather with enhanced measures
BRAMPTON– As winter weather approaches, the City of Brampton has prepared its fleet of vehicles and equipment, and is introducing newly enhanced measures to help keep the community safe around the clock this season. Expanding snow-clearing financial assistance The City of Brampton is expanding its Financial Assistance Program to help seniors and people with disabilities with the costs of hiring …
Brampton unveils revitalized Sandalwood Track, 2nd joint-use amenity to open this year
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton and Peel District School Board (PDSB) unveiled the newly revitalized Sandalwood Track. This is one of several projects the City of Brampton and Peel District School Board have partnered on this year. A collaboration between the City of Brampton and Peel District School Board, the synthetic resurfacing of the existing track at Sandalwood Heights …
Plans for Brampton’s 50th birthday celebration are underway
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton shared details about its plans to honour and celebrate its 50th birthday campaign, Chapter 50: Telling the story of Brampton’s past, present and future. The campaign, to be ratified by City Council next week, includes plans for the City’s 50th birthday (since being incorporated) on January 1, 2024. Brampton is Canada’s 9th largest city, …
Brampton’s fiscal responsibility and transparency earns top AAA credit rating
BRAMPTON – S&P Global Ratings has once again awarded the City of Brampton its prestigious AAA credit rating for an eighth consecutive year. This rating is the highest credit rating attainable for a municipality and underscores Brampton’s unwavering commitment to transparent and responsible fiscal management. Credit ratings are global economic tools used by investors and other market participants when considering …
Brampton’s Centre for Community Energy Transformation named 1 of Canada’s 2024 Clean50 Top Projects
BRAMPTON –The Centre for Community Energy Transformation (CCET), a not-for-profit organization advocating for energy investments, securing funding opportunities and serving as a hub for energy excellence, has been named as one of Clean50’s 2024 Top Projects of the Year. The City of Brampton is a proud partner in the creation of the CCET. The Clean50 Top Projects award annually recognizes …
Celebrate City of Brampton’s first-ever Diwali Mela
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton invites residents to celebrate Diwali with its first-ever Diwali Mela. Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is a five-day celebration that symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness. Celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists across the world. Community members celebrating Diwali will illuminate their homes with diyas (lamps) and decorate their floors …