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Brampton to host 2012 Ontario Senior Games Actifest
The City of Brampton has been named to host the 2012 Ontario Senior Games Actifest. Brampton was selected as the event host by the Sport Alliance of Ontario and the Ontario Senior Games Association.
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Vast-Auto Distribution Announces Official Opening of New Brampton Distribution Centre
John Del Vasto, President of Vast-Auto Distribution Ltd, has announced the official opening of its new distribution centre located at 10 Driver Road (major intersection is Airport and Steeles) in Brampton, Ontario.
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StackTeck Announces Acquisition of Matrix Technology Specialists
StackTeck President and CEO Randy Yakimishyn recenlty announced that the Brampton based company has acquired Matrix Technology Specialists based in Hong Kong. The new company, StackTeck Matrix Systems will have operations in Toronto, Canada, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Thailand and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Matrix, founded in 2007 by a team of industry specialists, has focused its business on “forward thinking” integrated solutions that can be customized for each application. The solutions leverage proven technologies optimized into efficient work cells that provide savings through reduced consumption, waste and energy.
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New Hotel Breaks Ground in Brampton
JM Hospitality Group has broken ground on the location for their new Hilton Garden Inn in Brampton. Located adjacent to the Pearson Convention Centre at 2648 Steeles Ave. E., the new Hilton will be over 81,000 square feet, 7 storeys, with 132 suites, meeting rooms and an indoor swimming pool.
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Brampton Business Ambassador Breakfast Series Launched
The City of Brampton’s Economic Development Office held its introductory seminar for the Business Ambassador Breakfast Series in partnership with the BBOT on May 28th, at the Courtyard Marriott in Brampton. The seminar featured keynote speaker, the Honorable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade.
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IT Weapons Celebrates 10th Year in Business
On Wednesday, June 16th, 2010, IT Weapons, who recently relocated to Brampton, celebrated 10 years in business with an event at their new 36,000 square foot Head Office on Goreway Drive.
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Brampton Based Par-Pak Recognized at CPIA 2010 Industry Awards
Brampton based Par-Pak Ltd. was recently recognized by The Canadian Plastics Industry Association (CPIA) as a winner at the 2010 Plastics Industry Awards. Par-Pak was one of two companies presented with The Plastics Stewardship Award.
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Frito Lay Canada is Canada's First Food Manufacturer to Introduce Zero-Emission Electric Vehicles - Three Being Used at Brampton Facility
In collaboration with Transport Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Frito Lay Canada, a division of PepsiCo Canada, is the country's first food manufacturer to introduce zero-emission electric vehicles into its delivery fleet. Six vehicles will be based at Frito Lay Canada’s major distribution centres across the country – three here in Brampton, one in Ottawa, one in Surrey (BC) and one in Laval (QC).
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Wild Water Kingdom Adds Drive-in Theater
Brampton's Wild Water Kingdom has announced the addition of The WWK Drive-in Theatre. This summer, patrons will be able to enjoy all of the latest Hollywood releases in the comfort of their front seat. Blockbusters like Iron Man 2, Shrek Forever After and Robin Hood. This nostalgic family experience is the perfect way to finish off a fun filled day at the park. It all comes with a fully licensed concession area offering popcorn and a bevy of tasty treats. With every major highway connecting to WWK, there is easy access from anywhere in and around the GTA.
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Pearson Airport's Evolution Recognized with "Most Improved" Global Industry Award
Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada’s busiest airport, has been honoured by airlines around the globe with the 2010 IATA Eagle Award for Most Improved Airport. Awarded by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global industry award recognizes the significant strides made by Toronto Pearson in its commitment to working with the air carrier industry.
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LKQ Corporation Opens New Brampton Location
LKQ Corporation has officially opened a new 75,000 square foot facility in Brampton providing them with a space that is approximately five times larger than their previous location.
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Sobeys Inc. Chooses Brampton to Launch FreshCo. Discount Stores
Sobeys Inc. has opened four FreshCo discount stores in Brampton and an additional four in Mississauga. The Company has significantly retooled, refreshed and redefined discount food retailing.
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Brampton Outstanding Businesses Recognized
The City of Brampton Economic Development Office and the Brampton Board of Trade are pleased to honour the exemplary accomplishments of Brampton’s outstanding local businesses. Congratulations to all of the 2010 Brampton Outstanding Business Achievement Award winners. The Awards were presented during a Gala Evening at Brampton's Rose Theater on Tuesday, May 11.
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Brampton-based Craft Brewery Launches Lawn Chair "Classic" Weisse beer
Spring just sprung but the brewmasters at Hop City Brewing Company - Ontario's craft brewery with attitude - are already preparing for the summer heat with the launch of Lawn Chair "Classic" Weisse beer.
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