BRAMPTON– The City of Brampton launched its 2026-2030 Youth Engagement Strategy, a comprehensive roadmap designed to empower Brampton’s youth and amplify their voices in civic life. Shaped by feedback from over 1,200 young people across the city, the Strategy outlines a bold vision for a more inclusive, supportive and engaging future for youth aged 14 to 29. With 22 actions …
Brampton Farmers’ Market returns to Main Street for 2025
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is excited to welcome back the Brampton Farmers’ Market for another season of fresh finds and community vibes. Starting Saturday, June 14 and running every week rain or shine until October 11, downtown Brampton is the place to be. This year’s market will stretch along Main Street North from Theatre Lane to Queen Street, …
Brampton marks National AccessAbility Week 2025
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is marking National AccessAbility Week from May 25 to 31, 2025, with a series of inclusive recreation programs and initiatives that highlight the importance of accessibility and the contributions of individuals living with disabilities in building a more inclusive community. To kick off the week of celebrations, the City hosted a National AccessAbility Week …
Brampton Mayor visits Chaiiwala outlet
Brampton -Fouzia Younis, British Consul General in Toronto, said: “From Birmingham Soho Road to Brampton, we share a love for chai! With over 20+ Chaiiwala stores now in Canada, we are creating growth and jobs across the pond over a good old cuppa!” Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown also visited one of the Chaiiwala outlets.
Celebrate Eid with the City of Brampton
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton invites residents to Gage Park to celebrate Eid al-Adha, a significant festival in the Muslim calendar. Known as the Festival of Sacrifice, Eid al-Adha is a time for prayer, gratitude and giving back to the community. Celebrate Eid al-Adha with the City of Brampton. Enjoy free activities, live entertainment and Halal food trucks. Credit: …
Brampton celebrates Seniors Month
BRAMPTON– This June, the City of Brampton is celebrating Seniors Month, honouring the generations of older adults whose contributions have built and shaped the thriving, inclusive and vibrant community Brampton is today. This year’s theme, Fit, Active and Healthy Seniors, highlights the importance of connections and activities to promote aging with grace and dignity. Understanding the vital role physical activity, …
ATU 1573 ratifies new deal with Brampton
BRAMPTON – The Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1573 has ratified two collective agreements covering approximately 1,400 City employees in the full-time and part-time ATU bargaining units. Any job action and service disruptions have been avoided. The agreements, once ratified at the May 21, 2025, City Council Meeting, shall be in effect from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027. …
Brampton mourns passing of former Mayor Peter Robertson
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is mourning the loss of former Mayor Peter Robertson, a long-serving public servant and respected community leader who dedicated decades of his life to building a better Brampton. Robertson was first elected to Brampton City Council in 1976 as a Regional Councillor. In November 1991, he was elected as Mayor, serving until 2000. During …
Brampton marks official completion of Balmoral Recreation Centre
BRAMPTON – The City has officially completed the Balmoral Recreation Centre revitalization and expansion project, and the facility is now open. Balmoral Recreation Centre has been a community pillar for more than 50 years, and the City invested approximately $25 million to ensure the facility can continue to serve the community for generations to come. The City broke ground on …
Mayor Brown congratulates Brampton MPs on new cabinet positions
Brampton – Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown, on behalf of the City of Brampton, congratulated three of Brampton MPs on their new cabinet appointments: Liberal MP Shafqat Ali, President of the Treasury Board, Liberal MP Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, Liberal MP Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime. He said: “Their new roles reflect their leadership and dedication, …