BRAMPTON, ON (July 28, 2025), – Peel Region offices and non-emergency services will be closed for Civic Holiday on Monday, August 4, 2025, and will reopen on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, including: Service Peel Counters ServiceOntario Counter Dental Services Contact Centre and Dental Clinics Early Years and Child Care Services Family Health Call Centre Housing Services Ontario Works in Peel Peel Works Harm Reduction - Mobile Vans…, Human Services, These services will be closed for Civic Holiday on Monday, August 4, and will reopen on Tuesday, August 5: Early Years and Child Care Services, including Child Care Subsidy Housing Services and Client Services Ontario Works, Emergency Peel Living maintenance requests, For emergency Peel Living maintenance requests, call our 24-hour request line at 905-790-7335., Adult Day Services, Adult Day Services at all 5 Peel Region Long Term Care Centres, including virtual Adult Day Services, will be closed on Monday, August 4 and will resume regular hours of operation on Tuesday, August 5., Emergency shelter, food, or personal support, For urgent homelessness supports, including food, supplies, referrals, and shelter, call the Street Helpline 24/7 at 1-877-848-8481. Find emergency shelter details , or call 905-450-1996., TransHelp, All trips for Monday, August 4, and Tuesday, August 5, must be booked by 7 p.m. on Sunday, August 3. On Monday, August 4 (Civic Holiday): Call us at 905-791-1015 if you need to cancel your trip. Same day trips are not available. TransHelp will operate from 6 a.m. on August 4 until 1 a.m. on August 5. The TransHelp office will be closed. Feedback, application, and payment processing will resume on…, Public transit, Visit Brampton Transit and Mississauga Transit for holiday schedules., Waste collection, On Monday, August 4, there will be no waste collection. Waste will be picked up one day later that week. Check your collection calendar to find your pickup day or sign up to receive free waste collection reminders. All Community Recycling Centres will be closed on Monday, August 4, and will reopen on Tuesday, August 5., Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), PAMA will be closed on Monday, August 4.
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BRAMPTON, Ont, . – August 2, 2025. Environment and Climate Change Canada and Ontario’s Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks have issued a special air quality statement for Peel Region due to wildfire smoke., The warning will be in effect until further notice., Air quality is expected to reach the high-risk category on the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI). Poor air quality from wildfire smoke can last for several hours to several days., Who is most at risk, Some people are more likely to be affected by wildfire smoke, including: People with heart or lung conditions Older adults Children and teenagers Pregnant people Indigenous Peoples People who smoke People living with lower incomes Outdoor workers If you are in one of these groups, reduce or reschedule outdoor physical activity., Possible health effects, Wildfire smoke can harm everyone’s health, even at low levels. Watch for symptoms such as irritated eyes, nose or throat, coughing, wheezing or asthma attacks, headaches or dizziness, and shortness of breath or chest pain. If symptoms persist or get worse, seek medical attention. If you are feeling stress, anxiety or depression related to the smoke, reach out for help., How to protect yourself, Limit outdoor activity, especially strenuous exercise. Check on family and friends who may be susceptible to smoke. Keep windows and doors closed. Use the fan setting on your ventilation system and set it to recirculate air. Avoid using air purifiers that produce ozone. Reduce energy use and avoid unnecessary vehicle trips. Choose low- or no VOC cleaning products, paints and glues., Stay informed, Air Quality Ontario Environment and Climate Change Canada Sign up for the WeatherCAN app for customized Air Quality Health Index notifications For tips on protecting your health during poor air quality events, visit the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks website .
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