BRAMPTON, ON (January 11, 2024), – Today at Council, Peel Region kicked off the year-long commemoration of Peel’s 50th anniversary . Since being incorporated on January 1, 1974, Peel has grown to be one of the largest municipalities in Canada servicing 1.5 million residents and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon every day. Over the years, Peel Region has become an anchor institution in the community.…, Media contact, Victoria Persoglio Communications Specialist Peel Region
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BRAMPTON, ON (Jan. 11, 2024), - The Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) invites you to visit us in historic downtown Brampton to experience our exciting new 2024 exhibitions and events -, Behind Bars, The Suitcase Project, , art workshops and free family activities., New winter exhibitions:, Explore the newly revised display,, Behind Bars: The History of the Peel County Jail, . This updated exhibition aims to take a thoughtful and compassionate approach to the 110-year history of Peel County Jail. Visitors will hear the stories of those who spent time within the walls of the jail, learn about why the jail was built and see how a double cell might have looked like in the early 1900s. We want to hear from you! PAMA and the Indigenous Sharing Circle is asking for public…, Walking Together, . Find the display in the museum lobby at PAMA to get all the details. Discover, The Suitcase Project, Jan. 27 - Sept. 8, Travelling exhibition from the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre. In 1942, over 23,000 Japanese Canadians living on the west coast were uprooted from their homes and placed in internment camps. In this impactful exhibition, over 80 fourth- and fifth-generation Japanese Canadians and Americans share what they would pack if forcibly removed from their homes today. They were given one day…, Programs and events winter highlights:, Batik Tote Bag Workshop with Deon Best (17+), Saturday, Jan. 13, 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., We are excited to welcome back Brampton artist Deon Best to PAMA, this time for an exciting tote workshop. Be inspired by the florals found in the Art Gallery exhibition In Her Garden as we explore the East African fabric art of Modern Batik. PA Day Drop-in Activity (Kids and Family) Monday, Jan. 22, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Escape from the winter chill and learn about the beauty of native plants in this…, About PAMA, PAMA is a place to explore and learn about Peel region's culture and heritage, as well as use conversation, questions and stories to help make new and fascinating connections to the surrounding community. Throughout the year, PAMA offers a variety of workshops and programs for all ages, families and adults. With so many different programs to choose from, PAMA has something for everyone. Operated…, Media contact, Erin Fernandes Marketing Specialist, PAMA, Tel: 416-312-3425
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BRAMPTON, ON (Jan. 2, 2024), – Get your real Christmas trees and wreaths ready for curbside collection, as Peel Region will be collecting them at the curb, starting next week. Check your waste collection calendar for your pickup day. To set out trees for collection, residents must ensure that: Trees taller than 3 m. (10 ft.) are cut in half All plastic bags, ornaments, tinsel, nails, wire, and tree stands are removed Trees…, Media contact, Sangeeta Sundaresan Communication Specialist Peel Region
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Brampton, ON. (December 19, 2023), - Peel Region offices and some non-emergency services will be closed for the holidays from Monday, December 25, 2022, to Monday, January 1, 2024. The following non-emergency services will close starting Monday, December 25 and will reopen on January 2, 2024: Access Peel Counters Dental Services Contact Centre (closed as of December 23) Early Years and Child Care Services Housing Services, Client…, Vaccination Clinics , Vaccination clinics will be closed December 22, 2023-January 1, 2024, and will resume regular operations on January 2, 2024. To check for available clinics and to book your appointment, visit: COVID-19 vaccine, Early Years and Child Care Services, Child Care Subsidy units will close at 12:00 p.m. on December 22, 2023 and will reopen on January 2, 2024. All other Early Years and Child Care Services units are closed from December 25, 2023 to January 2, 2024., Ontario Works in Peel, The offices at both our Ontario Works locations are open from 8.30 a.m. – 4:30 a.m. Monday - Friday. Our offices will close on December 22 at 12:00 p.m. and re-open on January 2, 2024 at 8.30 am., 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. For information on emergency shelter, visit the emergency shelter web page or call 905-450-1996., Peel Living Emergency Maintenance Requests, For emergency Peel Living maintenance requests, contact the 24-hour request line at 905-790-7335., TransHelp, All trips for December 25, 26, and 27 must be booked by 7 p.m. on December 24. All trips for January 1 and 2 must be booked by 7 p.m. on December 31. On December 25 (Christmas Day), December 26 (Boxing Day) and January 1 (New Year’s Day): TransHelp will operate from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. Subscription trips will be cancelled, except for dialysis trips From December 25 to January 1, the TransHelp office…, Public Transit, Visit Brampton Transit and Mississauga Transit for holiday schedules., Waste collection Brampton, Mississauga, Caledon, There will be no waste collection on December 25, and 26, 2023. Collection will be two days later this week. Also, there will be no waste collection on January 1. Waste will be collected 1 day later this week. Check collection calendar to find your pickup day or sign up to receive free waste collection reminders. Community Recycling Centre hours: Dec 24 and December 31 - Caledon/Bolton closed.…, Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), PAMA will be closed Sunday, December 24, Monday, December 25, Tuesday, December 26, 2023 and Monday January 1, 2024. PAMA will also be closing at 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 31. Visit PAMA for a variety of affordable family fun activities this Winter Break., Media contact, Lucy Schmidt Communications Coordinator Peel Region
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BRAMPTON, ON (Dec. 13, 2023), – Today, we received notice from Municipal Affairs and Housing, Minister Paul Calandra, that Peel will not be dissolved and that the mandate of the Transition Board will be recalibrated to focus on options to support building more housing faster. We welcome the news that Peel will continue, and look forward to understanding the new scope of the Transition Board and working diligently with them…, Community for Life, , here in Peel. Peel Regional Chair, Nando Iannicca, Media contact, Denise McDonough Manager, Strategic Transformation Communications Peel Region
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BRAMPTON, ON (Dec. 8, 2023), – Yesterday, Regional Council approved Peel's 2024 Operating and Capital Budget , with investments balanced between the needs of residents and businesses and the infrastructure needs of the broader community. The development of the 2024 Budget was guided by Twelve Principles , with priority focus on the challenges Peel is facing as a growing community and increased service demands. Ongoing…, Service Investments to Support the Community, Peel Regional Police Increased investment in public safety through the addition of 135 uniformed officers, 96 civilian professionals, and 10 cadets Capital investments to replace and build infrastructure, vehicles and equipment, expansion of facilities and advancing innovation 2024-2027 Peel Regional Police Business Plan and 2024 Budget Ontario Provincial Police – Town of Caledon Investments to…, Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, to enhance resident experience and quality of life net cost of $ 1.2 million Piloting integrated care and expanding Adult Day Services and Respite Care to support clients and caregivers to age at home 2024–2027 Seniors Services Business Plan and 2024 Budget Public Health Expanding public health inspection capacity to respond to the increased number of complaints and inspection requirements of…, Media contact, Genevieve Ricciardella Communications Specialist Region of Peel
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BRAMPTON, ON (December 8, 2023) -, Peel Region will be temporary closing lanes on Winston Churchill Boulevard from Dundas Street West to Frankston Road between December 11 and December 20, 2023, to replace watermains. The lane closures will begin in the morning through the overnight to the next morning and include: Intersection of Laird Road and Winston Churchill Boulevard starting at 9 a.m. on December 11 to 7 a.m. on December 12…, Media contact, Kieran Scott Communication Specialist Peel Region
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BRAMPTON, ON (November 29, 2023), - The proposed 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets for Housing Support, Water and Wastewater, Transportation, Paramedics, Seniors Services, Public Health, Community Investment, Waste Management, Early Years and Child Care, Business Services (including capital allocation), Income Support, and Information and Technology were presented to Regional Council on Nov. 23., Service Budget Highlights, Housing Support Increasing supply of community and supportive housing Improving access to health services and other supports for the homeless and precariously housed Service transformation; a multi-year initiative that involves temporary enhanced emergency/crisis responses, a focus on prevention and increased faster access to housing subsidies and enhanced case management support Ensuring the…, Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, to enhance resident experience and quality of life Piloting integrated care and expanding Adult Day Services and Respite Care to support clients and caregivers to age at home 2024-2027 Seniors Services Business Plan and 2024 Budget Public Health Expanding public health inspection capacity to respond to the increased number of complaints and inspection requirements of water facilities and food…, Next steps, On Nov. 30, the Regional Council budget meeting will continue with presentations for Regionally Financed External Organizations: Credit Valley Conservation, and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. The Regional Council Budget meeting(s) are open to the public and residents may attend. The meetings will also be live streamed on peelregion.ca . The proposed 2024 Regional Operating and Capital…, Media contact, Genevieve Ricciardella Communications Specialist Peel Region
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BRAMPTON, ON (December 5, 2023), - This December, at the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) join us and explore the magical exhibitions, events, and activities that we have to offer this holiday season. Discover affordable fun for the whole family at PAMA and other locations in downtown Brampton this holiday season:, Affordable PAMA admission:, $10 admits 2 adults and up to 5 kids to our exhibitions and events., Free PAMA admission:, If price is a barrier, sign out a FREE PAMA admission pass at any Brampton, Caledon or Mississauga Library., Restaurant discounts:, Get food discounts when you show your PAMA admission tag at select downtown Brampton restaurants. Pick up your discount options at PAMA., PAMA store sale:, Find great gift ideas at the PAMA store and don't miss our holiday sale from Dec. 11-22, with items up to 50% off., Experience all that downtown Brampton has to offer!, Visit PAMA for out-of-this-world events, skate at Gage Park and experience the delightful Winter Wonderland lights., Our out-of-this-world events and activities:, VR Experience with MDA Space, Saturday, Dec. 9, 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Explore the International Space Station in this exciting 360-degree space VR experience! Watch the playback of on-orbit operations that took place on the station. This program is drop-in and ideal for ages 6 and up. Guardians must accompany their children. Sessions will last 15 minutes with 5 people per session. The program is included with general admission…, Folk Music Night with Brampton Folk Club, Thursday, Dec. 14, 7-8:30 p.m. Enjoy the musical talents of local artists and explore our historic spaces with an intimate concert experience featuring the Brampton Folk Club. The theme of the evening is "Changing Landscapes" with the duos Ablett & Cooper and Mark Yan and Barry Mulcahy. This event is included with general admission. Members are free. Recommended for adults, but all music…, Winter Break at PAMA: Magical Worlds, Dec. 27-29 and Jan. 2-5, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 24, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. This winter break, step into a world of imagination and creativity as we explore captivating exhibitions and daily instructor-led, drop-in activities. Engage in hands-on projects that are designed to spark curiosity and transport us to extraordinary realms. These activities are recommended for ages 5-12; guardians must…, Visit our exhibitions that are on now:, Yours to Discover: Sites/Sights of Peel Region Iron Willed: Women in STEM Nadya Kwandibens: The Red Chair Sessions Beyond the Bars: The History of the Peel County Jail This is How We Do It: Creating Museum Exhibitions Our Voices, Our Journeys Between the Clouds and the Stars: Innovations in Aerospace In Her Garden: Amanda McCavour and Jannick Deslauriers Sedna: Inuit Goddess of the Sea Paradise…, About PAMA, PAMA is a place to explore and learn about Peel region's culture and heritage, as well as use conversation, questions and stories to help make new and fascinating connections to the surrounding community. Throughout the year, PAMA offers a variety of workshops and programs for all ages, families and adults. With so many different programs to choose from, PAMA has something for everyone. Operated…, Media contact, Erin Fernandes Marketing Specialist Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) Tel: 416-312-3425
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BRAMPTON, ON (November 24, 2023), – Starting November 25, 2023, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and throughout the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Peel Region and partners are encouraging residents to 'Break The Silence' and talk about family and intimate partner violence in our community. Now in its fourth year, the awareness campaign sets out to challenge misconceptions…, Quick facts, In 2022, police in Peel responded to nearly 16,000 incidents of family and intimate partner violence. That’s nearly 43 disputes every day or about 2 every hour. In Peel, of the charges that were laid in 2022 for intimate partner violence related incidents, 79% of the victims were women. Peel Police laid 531 intimate partner violence strangulation charges laid in 2022. Peel Police reported that…, 1-855-676-8515, Call Victim Services of Peel at, 905-568-1068, Call or text, 211, If it's an emergency call 911 immediately. Learn more about family and intimate partner violence and violence against women in Peel, including common misconceptions and resources for support, by visiting peelregion.ca/BreakTheSilence . Peel’s community-designed campaign to address Family and Intimate Partner Violence recognizes that abuse thrives in isolation and that we must amplify the voices…, Media contact, Bukola Akinode Communication Specialist Region of Peel
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