With the federal election on the horizon, Canada’s three major parties—Liberals, Conservatives, and NDP—have unveiled what sound like very similar policies. Tax cuts, GST cuts, affordable housing plans. But there are some key differences. My intention is to provide a comparison of where each party stands on key issues as of now. With the cost...
Read MoreWe’re going to the polls—again. On Sunday, March 23rd, Prime Minister Mark Carney requested—and was granted—the dissolution of Parliament by the Governor General, officially launching a federal election and shifting the government into caretaker mode amid escalating Trump-era tariffs. Canadians will vote on April 28th. This election comes on the heels of a political whirlwind....
Read MoreI had the opportunity to moderate a panel discussion on Housing, Affordability, and Economic Inclusion on March 5th, 2025. It was an insightful conversation, sparking crucial dialogue on the challenges facing our region. On the panel were BBOT’s CEO Jaipaul Massey-Singh, Civic Action CEO Leslie Woo, Former Toronto City Council Candidate and Transportation Planner Kevin...
Read MoreOn February 19th, the Brampton Board of Trade hosted interviews with local candidates running in the provincial election. We’re calling it “Brampton Votes”. These interviews reflect our commitment to civic engagement—an essential pillar of a strong and functioning democracy. Our goals are simple: Ensure candidates understand the issues that matter most to Brampton voters. Ensure...
Read MoreThe Brampton Board of Trade’s annual State of the City Mayor’s Luncheon took place on February 4, 2025, at the Pearson Convention Centre, drawing nearly 500 attendees from across sectors and industries. Business leaders, city officials, and key stakeholders gathered to discuss Brampton’s economic development, celebrate local achievements, and hear directly from Mayor Patrick Brown...
Read MoreHelp us understand how tariffs will affect your business by completing our survey. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on all Canadian imports will pose a serious challenge to Brampton businesses, particularly those deeply embedded in North American supply chains. Many Peel Region companies rely on seamless trade with the U.S., and these...
Read MoreMinister Sarkaria, Thank you for your government’s ongoing support for higher-order transit in Brampton. As one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing cities we appreciate your awareness of the need for comprehensive, reliable, and frequent transit service as part of a vibrant and inclusive place to live and do business. The Board of Trade was very...
Read MoreIf you have been following along with recent blogs from the Brampton Board of Trade, you’ll know that we have been advocating for the LRT extension into Downtown Brampton for a while. Up until last Friday, our fight had been to secure a funding announcement for a specific route whether it be street-aligned or an...
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