Local Issues

Peel Police Chief Duraiappah disappointed in the bail system which allows violent offenders like Lamar Grant to be released.

Speaking on the significance of this opportunity, she says that “my passion for the community and my desire to see that every person gets an opportunity- that’s the driving force for what I do.”

Peel Police have impounded 2 tow trucks in Brampton for stunt driving. The first was caught driving at 127 km/h at Queen and Dixie.

Councillor Dhillon opposes the opening of a new cannabis shop at 65 Braydon Boulevard, saying that "we must protect our neighbourhoods and children from drugs."

“I support Peel Region moving into Stage 3 sooner rather than later”, Dr. Loh said.

The City of Brampton will be implementing Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) in 200 locations across the city, along with introducing 25 new Community Safety Zones by September.

Brampton has mandated the cancellation of all event and festival permits until Labour Day.

Colleen Russell-Rawlins has been appointed as the new permanent interim Director of Education for the Peel District School Board. Rawlins will assume the role on August 5.

Peel Region, York Region and Toronto will not be entering Stage 3 of reopening across Ontario this Friday (July 17/2020). Premier Doug Ford shared that 29 of the 34 regions in Ontario are reporting less than 5 new COVID-19 cases daily. Peel Region reported 18 new cases yesterday.

The driver did not have insurance or a valid permit and was using unauthorized license plates. The motorcycle was seized and the driver was issued a court summons.