Bail Reform Is Now Law — A Step Forward for Safer Communities
Bill C-14 is a major step forward for public safety, strengthening bail and sentencing laws for repeat violent offenders involved in crimes such as auto theft, extortion, home invasions, firearms offences, and organized crime. Brampton’s advocacy helped shape this reform, ensuring the realities facing residents, victims’ families, and frontline police officers were brought directly to decision-makers in Ottawa.
Closing the Digital Evidence Gap So Police Can Stop Crime Faster
Crimes today leave digital footprints, but Canada’s laws haven’t kept pace with the speed of modern technology. Investigators can sometimes wait weeks or even months to access basic information like an IP address or phone number. Closing the digital evidence gap will help police act faster to protect victims and keep communities safe.
State of the City 2026
Brampton is on the move, driven by record growth, strong partnerships, and a business community that continues to invest, build, and create jobs. With historic investments in transit, health care, and infrastructure while maintaining fiscal discipline and one of the lowest tax rates in the GTA. Brampton is well positioned for its strongest chapter yet.
Honouring Annie Bynoe with the Key to the City of Brampton
Annie Bynoe is a quiet force for good whose leadership has strengthened Brampton’s response to hunger, hardship, and inequality. Honouring her with the Key to the City recognizes a legacy of service that continues to uplift our community every day.
Brampton Donates Land for City’s First Hospice: Community Support Needed
Brampton is taking a major step toward compassionate, dignified end-of-life care with the transfer of City land to build the Kay Blair Hospice, the first hospice in our community. This project will provide vital care close to home for residents and families and stands as a powerful example of what we can achieve when the community comes together.
Investment of 136 new buses to strengthen Brampton Transit
Brampton is advancing its vision for a connected community with the purchase of 136 new buses for Brampton Transit, representing a major investment in public transit infrastructure designed to support growth, ease congestion, and improve service for residents across the city.
Mayor Patrick Brown Calls on Federal Government to Designate Bishnoi Gang as Terrorist Entity
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 20, 2025 BRAMPTON, ON — Today, Mayor Patrick Brown, joined by Deputy Mayor Harkirat Singh and Regional Councillors Gurpartap Singh Toor and Navjit Kaur Brar, formally submitted a request to Prime Minister Mark Carney and Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree, urging the Government of Canada to designate the Bishnoi gang as […]
Demolition on Main Street North paves the way for downtown transformation
The demolition of properties on Main St N is a major step forward in our vision to reimagine downtown Brampton. The expansion of Garden Square will help create a more vibrant, accessible and welcoming space for residents, businesses and visitors.
Historic partnership to electrify Brampton’s transit fleet in landmark UK-Canada collaboration
Brampton partner with UK-based Zenobē to fully electrify its bus fleet, marking Canada’s largest zero-emission transit initiative. The 10-year agreement will replace up to 1,000 diesel buses with battery electric models, slashing the City’s transit-related greenhouse gas emissions, which currently account for 70% of its corporate emissions. Announced in Ottawa with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the project exemplifies international collaboration, bringing $1 billion in foreign investment and supporting 5,000 jobs across Canada and the UK. This initiative positions Brampton as a North American leader in clean, modern public transportation.
$1.75M invested in 159 non-profits and charities through the 2025 Advance Brampton Fund
159 non-profit and charitable organizations will receive funding through the 2025 Advance Brampton Fund (ABF), totaling $1.75 million, the largest allocation in the program’s history. The funding will support a range of community initiatives in three key areas: arts and culture, community safety, and recreation.