Media Alert: May 29, 2019
Region of Peel’s response to the provincial announcement about restoring provincial funding
BRAMPTON, ON (May 29, 2019) – The Region of Peel is pleased with Premier Ford’s decision to restore provincial funding for vital shared public services such as child care, emergency services (paramedics) and public health for the fiscal year 2019-20.
“This is a step in the right direction to ensure that the Region of Peel can continue to provide these essential services,” said Regional Chair Nando Iannicca. “We will continue to explore opportunities for dialogue on how the Province can meet its budget objectives by delivering services efficiently and responsibly, ensuring that tax payers receive value for their hard-earned tax dollars.”
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Media Contacts
Bethany LeeManager, Strategic Client Communications
Marketing and Communications, Corporate Services
10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite B, Brampton, ON L6T 4B9
905-791-7800, ext. 8556
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.
