BRAMPTON – The Brampton Board of Trade recently hosted its 2022 Business Excellence Awards Gala, where the City of Brampton received an award for Brampton Transit under the Smart Solutions category for its dedication and work to electrify its fleet. Brampton Transit has made several notable achievements, including the Phase 1 launch of its Battery Electric Bus (BEB) trial as …
Brampton partners with Nasscom to strengthen global connections in Innovation District
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is on the verge of a deliberate and significant transformation with a growing innovation and technology sector that is full of opportunities for global businesses. Today, the City signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) of India to establish a Launchpad program in Brampton. Brampton is …
Brampton introduces 1st-ever Performing Arts Strategic Plan
BRAMPTON – Brampton City Council endorsed the first ever Performing Arts Strategic Plan 2022 to 2027. With a vision to build an inspiring performing arts community that reflects the spirit and diversity of Brampton, this framework for the future lays the foundation for how to get there and aligns with the City of Brampton’s broader priorities and goals. The strategic …
Action! Brampton’s film industry booming
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton has had a record-breaking year in the film industry. In 2021, Brampton hosted 80 different film, television and commercial productions totaling over 553 days of filming activity, a 90 per cent increase from 2020. Due to the strict COVID-19 health and safety protocols created and adhered to by screen industry companies, productions and individuals, …
Luminato is coming to Brampton!
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is thrilled to announce that Luminato Festival Toronto is coming to Brampton on June 10 and 11. For the first time ever, Luminato, the international festival of arts and ideas, will venture outside of Toronto and have two special installations take place in Brampton. The City of Brampton’s Arts, Culture and Creative Industry Development Agency (ACCIDA) …
Grow Green Awards Ceremony on April 23
BRAMPTON – As part of Earth Month, the City of Brampton is hosting its first ever Environmental Celebration and Grow Green Awards Ceremony on Earth Day weekend. The Environmental Celebration and Grow Green Awards Ceremony will take place on Saturday, April 23 from 10 am to 2 pm at Norton Place Park, located at 170 Clark Boulevard. This free event …
Celebrate Earth Month in Brampton
Register for a Parks Cleanup, the City’s first Earth Day Environmental Celebration and a tree planting. BRAMPTON – As a Green City, Brampton continues to make strides in sustainability efforts and reducing its impact on the environment. This April, celebrate Earth Month by taking part in the City’s community environmental initiatives. Parks Cleanup – April 1 Brampton’s Parks Cleanup is …
Brampton Sports Hall of Fame inducts 6 new members
BRAMPTON – Each year, the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame (BSHF) celebrates the accomplishments of individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the development of sport in Brampton. In 2022, the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame welcomes six new inductees for excellence in sport. Frank Fascia will be inducted into the Builder category for his dedication to baseball. He began playing …
Brampton hiring for spring, summer parks & recreation jobs, volunteer roles
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton has a range of exciting opportunities available for those seeking part-time employment in parks and recreation, and volunteer roles throughout the City. Brampton Recreation Brampton Recreation has a variety of positions available this spring and summer in aquatics, camps, customer service, facility operations, and more. Enjoy working for a supportive team in a community-oriented …
Brampton mayor Patrick Brown joins race to lead federal Conservatives
BRAMPTON – Patrick Brown, Brampton mayor and a fifth candidate, has officially joined the race to lead the federal Conservatives. Brown has been Brampton mayor since 2018.