Redevelopment of Sir Robert Peel Centre
Brampton is taking a major step forward in community safety with the groundbreaking of a new state-of-the-art police facility that will house one of Canada’s top forensic labs, a first-of-its-kind Detainee Processing Unit, and direct support for one of the country’s busiest courthouses. This investment ensures Peel Police has the modern tools and resources they need to combat organized crime and keep our growing city safe.
We’re in the midst of a car-theft crisis. I went to America to find a solution
“The battle against auto theft is not just about recovering stolen property. It is about safeguarding our communities, protecting our economic interests and dismantling the networks of organized crime that thrive on these illicit activities,” writes Patrick Brown. Toronto Police Service As mayor of Brampton, my commitment to tackling the rampant issue of auto theft has recently […]
Trump’s reckless tariffs an insult to Brampton’s steel, aluminum workers
U.S. Commerce Secretary nominee Howard Lutnick, right, speaks as U.S. President Donald Trump signs a series of executive orders including 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum in the Oval Office at the White House on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Photo by Andrew Harnik /Getty Images We have not and will never back […]
Why supporting Peel police is critical for Peel Region’s community safety
Peel Regional Police cruisers. Toronto Sun Peel Region has long been a beacon of growth and opportunity. However, as our region grows, so too do the demands placed on essential services. Nowhere is this more evident than in the state of policing in Peel Region. For too long, critical investments in public safety were overlooked, […]
For years, Peel has underfunded its police. It’s time to correct that mistake
Peel Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah speaks to the media with Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown looking on in April. Richard Lautens Toronto Star For too long, Peel has underfunded its police force, failing to keep pace with rapid population growth and the increasing complexity of public safety challenges. Today, Peel Regional Police has the worst officer-to-population […]
How Canada’s mayors can support communities in time of economic crisis
Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown looks on during the Diwali Mela festival at Sesquicentennial Park in Brampton, Ont., Friday, Nov. 1, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Lahodynskyj Canada’s prosperity was never given; it was earned. It was earned by the greatest our country has to offer, our people. Those who work in the steel mills of Hamilton, […]
It is Time Ottawa Make Crime Top Priority
Prime Minister Mark Carney walks to his first news conference after winning the federal election, in Ottawa, Friday, May 2, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld The new session of Parliament must take real action to address the public safety concerns of Canadians. Across the Greater Toronto Area, residents are increasingly alarmed by the rise in […]
Project Night Train: Peel Police Shut Down Criminal Networks Tied to Brutal Home Invasions
Peel Regional Police have dismantled two interconnected criminal networks linked to a series of violent home invasions and jewellery store robberies across the Greater Toronto Area, which left several victims with severe, life-altering injuries and resulted in approximately $2 million in stolen property.
Project Ghost: Peel Police Take Down Violent Organized Crime Group
Peel Regional Police’s Central Robbery Bureau has taken down an organized criminal network responsible for more than 15 violent home invasions involving high-end vehicle and jewellery thefts across the Greater Toronto Area. Project Ghost was initiated when a criminal network was identified to be connected to the following violent incidents: On Aug. 1, 2024, at […]
Project Outsource: Peel Police Arrest 18 and Dismantles Criminal Network Tied to Towing
Peel Regional Police dismantled an organized crime ring tied to the towing industry. The investigation uncovered a sophisticated scheme involving staged collisions, insurance fraud, and intimidation tactics—including assaults and firearms. With over $4.2 million in assets seized and multiple suspects identified from companies like Certified Roadside and Humble Roadside, police have struck a major blow against criminal control in the sector.