News release: February 22, 2024
Peel Region releases 2023 Year in Review Council Report
Peel Region recognizes highlights and achievements from 2023.
BRAMPTON, ON (Feb. 22, 2024) - Peel Region’s Chief Administrative Officer Gary Kent presented the Year in Review of Peel's 2023 Accomplishments and Awards at Regional Council today. The report recognizes the achievements, financial accomplishments, awards, and recognition received in 2023. This report celebrates the Region's success despite last year's uncertainty, including the introduction of Bill 112 and the possible dissolution of Peel Region.
Report highlights include:
Accomplishments:
- Peel's drinking water system received the highest possible inspection rating of 100% from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.
- Delivered water and wastewater services at a rate which is 30% lower than the GTA average per household.
- Secured 50 Zero Emission Vehicles for Peel Region and Peel Regional Police, reducing an estimated 418 tonnes of GHG emissions - equivalent to taking 128 gasoline-powered cars off the road.
- Achieved a customer satisfaction rating of 97% for waste management services.
- Developed Canada's first emotion-based dementia training for first responders.
Financial highlights:
- $800 million in external funding secured to support ongoing service operations.
- $23 million secured to advance climate action and other initiatives.
- Completed 31 continuous improvement initiatives with $0.9 million in cost savings and $3.3 million in cost avoidance.
- Peel Region received a AAA credit rating from S&P Global Ratings for the 28th consecutive year and from Moody's Corporation for the 11th consecutive year. This is the highest rating a municipal or regional government can receive.
Awards and recognition:
- Peel Region's Water and Wastewater Division was awarded the Infrastructure Award of Excellence from the Greater Toronto Sewer and Water Construction Association.
- G.E. Booth Water Resource Recovery Facility received the Public Works Project of the Year award from the Ontario Public Works Association.
- The Registered Nurses Association of Ontario recognized Peel Region Long Term Care's best practices.
- Peel Region was named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes.
Click here to learn more and to view the full 2023 Year in Review Report.
I am proud to present the 2023 Year in Review of our awards and accomplishments. While 2023 was a challenging year as we navigated uncertainties surrounding Bill 112 and the dissolution of Peel Region, it was also an incredibly successful year for our community.
In 2023, we came together to achieve milestones and maintain exceptional service delivery to meet the needs of the community. I am grateful for the resilience and dedication of Peel Region employees, the community, and to council for their continued support
Gary Kent, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) - Peel Region
Last year was a turbulent and uncertain one for Peel Region. However, the dedication, commitment and professionalism of our staff ensured we continued to deliver exceptional programs and services. I am so proud of the work we do every day for our community
Nando Iannicca, Peel Regional Chair
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Peel Region
About Peel Region
In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel's services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.
On December 13, 2023, the Ontario government announced that Peel Region will not be dissolved, and that Bill 112 legislation will be updated to reflect service delivery in Peel. Services for residents and businesses will continue without interruption. For updates and more information, visit Peel's transition page.
