117 non-profit orgs, charities awarded under 2024 Advance Brampton Fund

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BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton announced funding of nearly $1.5 million to support 117 Brampton-led non-profit organizations and registered charities through its 2024 Advance Brampton Fund (ABF). Recognizing the unique and valuable role the non-profit sector plays in delivering programs and services to meet community needs, the Advance Brampton Fund aims to support this sector  in three priority areas: …

Celebrate Irish Heritage Month in Brampton

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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 …

Celebrate International Women’s Day in Brampton

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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, …

Brampton celebrates Lunar New Year

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BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton invites residents to join in celebrating Lunar New Year and welcoming the Year of the Dragon, in partnership with the Brampton Chinese Business Association. Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean communities, among others.     The celebration …

Get ready to play at Brampton’s 2024 Sports Day in Brampton

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Learn a new sport, have fun and continue to pursue an active lifestyle  BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton, in partnership with the Brampton Sport Alliance, is gearing up to inspire youth to learn something new and maintain an active and healthy lifestyle with its fifth annual Sports Day in Brampton event.  Taking place on February 24 at Brampton’s Save …

Brampton keeps NHL All-Star week going with free community skate

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BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton, in partnership with the NHL® , United by Hockey Mobile Museum and Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi, will be hosting a free community skate at Gore Meadows outdoor rink on Monday, February 5. Residents are invited to come out and enjoy an evening of fun for the entire family including pictures with the Stanley …

Brampton celebrates Black History Month

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BRAMPTON – Mayor Patrick Brown and members of Council proclaimed February Black History Month in Brampton. Throughout the month of February, the City of Brampton honours the many achievements and contributions of the Black community who throughout history have contributed so much to make Brampton the vibrant, compassionate and prosperous city it is today.  Throughout February, celebrate Black History Month …

Brampton launches 5th annual Backyard Garden Program

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BRAMPTON – On February 1, the City of Brampton’s Backyard Garden Program returns for its fifth year. This eco-friendly initiative helps support food security in Brampton by providing participants with free soil, seeds, and helpful tips to grow their own backyard garden. Residents are encouraged to donate their homegrown crops to local food banks and community organizations listed on the …

Inter Milan signs Canadian star Tajon Buchanan

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Milan – Inter Milan has signed Canadian star Tajon Buchanan, 24-year-old from Brampton, from Club Bruges in a deal worth $7.7m plus add-ons. He arrived in Italy recently to undergo a medical. He will get 10 per cent of the profit on the initial $7 million Bruges recoups. Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown has said that he is very happy for …

Brampton Mayor talks on auto theft

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Brampton – Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown talks on auto theft. He said: “Auto theft funds organized crime and I am renewing my calls in 2024 for the Canada Border Services Agency to take action. It’s long overdue to put the brakes on auto thefts in Canada. From a policing perspective locally we are doing everything we can, including adding a …