Patrick Brown: Canadian cities are facing an extortion crisis. They cannot face it alone
By Patrick Brown, Contributor Patrick Brown is the mayor of Brampton. Every mayor in Canada learns this lesson quickly: the problems that land on your
Patrick Brown: Parliament must pass Bill C-2 now to address Canada’s extortion epidemic
Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown speaks during a press conference to announce his intention to re-run for mayorship, at city hall in Brampton, Ont., on Monday,
Patrick Brown calls for government support to tackle extortion targeting Peel’s South-Asian community
In response to concerns of extortion-related crimes primarily targeting the South Asian community in Peel Region, Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown is calling on the province
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
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
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
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,
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
Involuntary care can stop overdose deaths and save lives
Peel Regional Police vehicles are seen in a file photo. Photo by Ernest Doroszuk /Toronto Sun Canada is in the grips of an addiction crisis
Compassionate intervention is the lifeline Canada’s addiction crisis needs
Syringes are seen on the ground in Montreal, Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023. (Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press) Canada’s addiction crisis is worsening, claiming more lives each