Following a clean sweep of Monday’s by-elections, the Liberal party has secured a federal majority, the first we’ve had since 2019. This shift fundamentally alters the landscape of the House of Commons. Here is an analysis of what this new majority means for Canadian governance, the opposition, and the City of Brampton. The Mechanics of a Majority A...
Read MoreFor over 50 years, Dependable Emergency Vehicles has been a proud Brampton-based manufacturer serving fire departments and municipalities across Ontario and beyond. What began as a commitment to quality craftsmanship has grown into one of Canada’s respected builders of custom fire and emergency apparatus — all designed, engineered, manufactured, and supported right here in our...
Read MoreThe Ontario Government recently released its 2026 Budget, “A Plan to Protect Ontario, citing the priority of building a resilient and self-reliant economy in the province. The Brampton Board of Trade was pleased to take part in pre-budget consultations to advocate on behalf of our community and applauds the government’s aggressive measures to shield the provincial economy from global trade volatility and lower the cost of doing business....
Read MoreAs part of Ontario’s 2026 pre-budget consultations, we had the opportunity to advocate on behalf of Brampton’s business community—focusing on the investments needed to support our city’s rapid growth and long-term competitiveness. We want to share a snapshot of what we put forward. A Turning Point for Brampton Brampton is no longer an emerging city—it...
Read MoreOntario’s $6.4 billion post-secondary funding package signals a major shift in education policy, lifting the tuition freeze and expanding in-demand seats. But sweeping changes to OSAP, including reduced grants and higher reliance on loans, raise deeper questions about affordability, productivity, and the long-term civic and economic costs of narrowing access to higher education....
Read MoreThe 2026 municipal budgets in Brampton and Vaughan tell two very different stories about growth, risk, and fiscal strategy. On the surface, both cities are touting restraint. Vaughan is proposing a 0% property tax increase on their portion of the tax bill. Brampton has also adopted a 0% increase on their portion, notwithstanding the dedicated 1% levy increase for a second hospital. But beneath those headlines lie fundamentally different assumptions...
Read MoreBlack History Month is often described as a time to reflect, but this year carries added weight. It marks thirty years of official recognition in Canada, an opportunity to honour Black brilliance across generations, from early nation builders to those shaping what comes next. In Brampton, it is also a chance to pause and acknowledge...
Read MoreOriginal Article written by Berriault & Associations Consulting Uncertainty is part of running a business. Priorities shift, customers change their minds, and the market moves on. But here’s what I’ve noticed working with leadership teams: burnout usually isn’t caused by “too much work.” It’s caused by too much noise. Noise occurs when people work hard, but the environment makes it nearly impossible to complete their work. What burnout looks like...
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