Brampton Fact Check

04/25/2024

🚨 Attention Brampton residents!

Did you know that according to a little-known by-law, it's technically illegal to sing in a public park on Sundays without a permit...unless you're accompanied by a trained parrot?! 🦜😂

That's right, our feathered friends get a free pass to serenade the skies while we humans need official permission! 🎶 So, if you've got a talented parrot and a song in your heart, Sundays in Brampton just got a whole lot more melodious! Don't have a parrot?

04/24/2024

Did you know? Brampton is home to Canada's first-ever indoor shopping mall! 🛍️🇨🇦 Opened in 1963, Bramalea City Centre has been a bustling hub of shopping, dining, and entertainment for generations of Bramptonians. From its iconic architecture to its diverse array of shops and restaurants, this mall holds a special place in our city's heart.

Have you ever visited Bramalea City Centre? Share your favourite memories or tag a friend you'd love to explore it with! Let's celebrate Brampton's rich history and vibrant culture together! 🎉🏙️ 🌟🛒

04/23/2024

Brampton is home to an incredible piece of history that's sure to fascinate you! Nestled within our city limits lies the historic Bovaird House, a stunning heritage property that offers a glimpse into Brampton's storied past. 🏰✨

🏡 Built in 1852 by Thomas and Sarah Bovaird, this beautifully preserved Victorian home served as a focal point for the community, hosting social gatherings, community events, and even serving as a stop on the Underground Railroad.

🌟 Today, the Bovaird House stands as a living museum, offering guided tours and educational programs that transport visitors back in time to experience life in 19th-century Brampton. From its charming architecture to its rich history, the Bovaird House is a testament to Brampton's enduring heritage and vibrant spirit.

💡 Fun Fact: The Bovaird House is rumoured to be haunted by friendly spirits, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this beloved local landmark! 👻 Whether you're a history buff, a ghost enthusiast, or simply curious about Brampton's past, a visit to the Bovaird House is sure to leave you enchanted.

🏰 Discover the magic of Brampton's heritage and plan your visit to the Bovaird House today! Have you ever visited this historic gem? Share your experiences in the comments below! 🕰️🏡

04/02/2024

So Peel Region has become Ontario's auto theft capital. Since January, over 1k has been stolen from Brampton and Mississauga alone. I imagine, we--the people, have some thoughts about this?

Cars of Interest:
Range Rovers
Ford pickup trucks
Honda CRVs

PRP Non-Emergency line: 905-453-3311.

01/09/2024

What do you think should be on this list for 2024?

12/19/2023

What are your thoughts ?

City of Brampton to open new regional Automated Speed Enforcement Camera Processing Centre to put the brakes on speeding.

BRAMPTON, ON (December 19, 2023) – The City of Brampton announced the purchase of a building to be used as a regional Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) Camera Processing Centre. The building will be located at 175 Sandalwood Parkway.

Currently, the City of Toronto operates a Joint Processing Centre with other municipalities including Brampton, where the City’s ASE camera images are processed on a cost-recovery basis. Space, staffing and increasing demand limit the number of tickets being processed, meaning Brampton’s current deployment of 50-speed cameras, which is set to increase to 150 by July 1, 2024, is only able to operate at a fraction of their capacity, some as little as two hours a day, due to processing limitations.

The new processing centre will improve the enforcement of penalties based on actual speeding violations, having a measurable impact on community and road safety for residents.

The new, fully staffed processing centre will allow the City of Brampton to process more images, help deter speeding, increase road safety, and generate increased penalty revenue. In addition, the new facility will operate as a regional Processing Centre to support other municipalities across Ontario. https://www.brampton.ca/EN/City-Hall/News/Pages/Media-Release.aspx/1331

10/04/2023

Who knows where this is located?

09/14/2023

Thinking of adding a basement apartment to your property?

Below are a few items to keep in mind.

Additional Residential Units
Second and third units are permitted in detached, semi-detached and townhouse dwellings, subject to zoning requirements and restrictions. A second/third unit is a self-contained residential unit located within a principal dwelling. The unit may be in any part of the dwelling, including the basement. Additional residential units provide an affordable housing option.

A Garden Suite is ancillary to a single detached, semi-detached, or townhouse, that is located in a building detached from the principal dwelling and located in the rear or interior side yard, and which may be freestanding or attached to a detached private garage. The process to obtain a Garden Suite starts through the Planning Division rather than Building Division. After approval at Planning, a building permit application will be required.

To be legal, second units, third units and Garden Suites must be registered with the City of Brampton. These policies are intended to make units safe, legal and livable.

09/13/2023

Great job opportunity. 💞

Job alert! We're hiring for the following positions:

- Customer Service Agent ($28.98 – $31.17 per hour), Temporary, Part-time

As well as:

- Finance Assistant ($60,000 - $65,000 annually), permanent, full-time

- Manager, Programs and Outreach ($95,000 - $100,000 annually), permanent, full-time

For more information and to apply: https://ow.ly/83Zi50PJl7p

09/05/2023

DID YOU KNOW ?

Driveways and Walkways
All parking and walking areas should be finished with suitable material and maintained in a property-graded and level condition, free from hazards.

No vehicle, trailer, or related equipment should be driven, parked, or stored on a surface other than a driveway or designated parking area that has been constructed in accordance with the City’s By-Laws (which does not include a walkway).

Every walkway and access route to a building that is accessible by the general public should be maintained so as to be kept free from ice and snow after a snowfall.

09/01/2023

It's the Long Weekend 🎉

DID YOU KNOW - All fireworks are prohibited in Brampton. The ban includes the use, sale, offer, display, purchase, distribution, possession and discharge of any fireworks or explosives within the City.

Fireworks include but are not limited to consumer fireworks (such as sparklers, Roman candles, fountains, ground spinners, burning school houses), display fireworks (such as rockets, bombshells, maroons), and prohibited fireworks (such as flying lanterns, cherry bombs, M-80s, flash bombs).

​Purpose of the Fireworks Ban
​Safety is the top priority for the City of Brampton. A ban on fireworks:

​mitigates the risk of fires, injury and property damage
reduces air pollution and debris
reduces excessive noise
protects animal habitats
​​Penalties

The fines for failing to comply are as follows:

Discharge or in possession of fireworks without a permit: $500.00
Sell, distribute, display or offer for sale fireworks: $1,000.00
Permit, allow or cause to be set off fireworks on private property without permit: $500.00
Fail to comply with an order: $1,000.00
​The City may also, at its discretion, issue a summons requiring an individual to attend court, where fines could range from a minimum of $500.00 to a maximum of $100,000.00.

*When fireworks are discharged from a private property, the property owner is deemed to have permitted, allowed or caused their use, and may face charges associated with the offence.

08/10/2023

Good to know. 🚨

08/10/2023

Property owners and landlords must ensure that residential properties meet a minimum standard so that the living accommodations are in good working order, and maintained to prevent deterioration or unsafe situations.

All repairs must be conducted in accordance with the relevant legislation (i.e. Building Code and Electrical Safety Code). Certain repairs may require a Building Permit.

08/09/2023

Canadians will no longer have access to news content on Facebook and Instagram, Meta says. Bill C-18, the Online News Act, received royal assent after passing House and Senate.

What are your thoughts?

08/04/2023

Happy long weekend 🎉

There are endless possibilities of things to do in Brampton. What are your plans for this long weekend?

07/21/2023

IT'S TIME TO BE HEARD 🙌

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