Our city is grieving today. In the early hours of the morning, a devastating house fire claimed two lives, sent four residents to hospital, and left others unaccounted for. Our hearts are with the victims, their families, and the entire neighbourhood during this heartbreaking time.
The fire is now under control, though the scene remains an active investigation. Structural collapse has made access difficult, and heavy equipment is being brought in to safely continue search and investigation efforts.
We know this home had a history of compliance issues, and the City had issued multiple orders to follow building and fire safety requirements. While it is too early to determine the exact cause or whether fire code violations contributed, this tragedy underscores why Brampton continues to take strong action against illegal and unsafe rental units.
I want to acknowledge the incredible courage of the residents who escaped—including a five-year-old child who leapt from the second floor to survive. Their bravery is nothing short of remarkable.
Our community mourns together, and we will do everything we can to prevent tragedies like this from ever happening again.
— Mayor Patrick Brown
