Additional Information

Clare Barnett

​Clare brings a unique perspective to Brampton with her private and public sector experience in economic development, attracting Foreign Direct Investment, communications, and place branding and marketing.

She also has expertise in business development and marketing, which was cultivated over fifteen years focused on Ontario’s economic competitiveness with the provincial government. She served as Ontario’s representative in the United Kingdom with a mandate to further Ontario’s trade, investment and broader economic interests, and she established and led Ontario’s first Investment Office.

​Construction Notice

The Region of Peel is currentlyworking in the downtown Brampton neighborhood.

They are:

• ​Replacing the watermain and sanitary sewers along Main Street (Nelson St. W. to Wellington St.), Queen Street (Mill St. S. to Chapel St.), James Street, Maple Avenue, and Park Hill Court, as shown on the attached map. Watermains are underground pipes that bring tap water from our water treatment plants to your neighbourhood. Sanitary sewers are underground pipes that carry wastewater from your home to a wastewater treatment plant. Wastewater is created when water goes down the drain or is flushed down the toilet. As pipes age and our population grows, we need to replace older watermains and sewers to keep providing high quality water and wastewater services to you.

• ​Resurfacing Main Street and Queen Street, and extending sidewalks on both sides of the roadway.

Click here ​for more information.

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Divinity Dance School

Established in 2010, Divinity Dance School was founded by Shereen Khemraj. Today, almost twelve years later, Divinity Dance School is located in four major cities within the Greater Toronto area; Brampton, Pickering, Toronto and Mississauga. 

Divinity Dance School offers a variety of group classes, private lessons and event performances for all special occasions. They specialize in classic Bollywood, Fusion Bollywood, Chutney, Soca, Dancehall, Fusion Bharatanatyam and Zumba; all of which are showcased by the students of Divinity Dance School at their annual Divinity Live in Concerts. 

Along with many other achievements, Divinity Dance School was nominated at the Caribbean Music Entertainment Award ceremony (CME Awards). Where they humbly received the award for "Top Chutney Dance Group" in 2017 and again in 2018. Prior to the CME Awards, Divinity Dance School participated in the annual WI Can Dance competition where they placed first for Best Bollywood/Chutney Dance Group in 2013. Then again in 2014, they entered additional categories to eagerly expand their horizon and challenge themselves at the WI Can Dance competition. That year they proudly received first place trophies for the following genres; Best Soca Group, Bollywood/Chutney Group, Bollywood Solo and Hip-hop Solo. 

Not only is Divinity Dance School an aspiring organization within the community, they have also had the opportunity to accompany other aspiring artists such as Ravi B, Raymond Ramnarine, SW Storm, Terry Gajraj, Nishard M, Yangki Tiny Beti, Omardath Maharaj, Queen Yasmin, The Band Destiny, Hotshots The Band, and The Band N2. They have also performed for large community events such as Chutney in de Park, Revivor, Chutney Fest, Diwali Fest and many more. ​​

Click here ​to learn more about Divinity Dance School.

International Women's Day: Equality Vs. Equity

​The words equity and equality are often used interchangeably. 

Etymologically, the root word they share is ae​quus, meaning “even” or “fair” or “equal” - which led to equity being from the Latin aequitas, and equality from aequalitas. Yet, despite these similarities, equity and equality are inherently different concepts, and the IWD 2023 #EmbraceEquity campaign theme seeks to help forge worldwide conversation about this important issue and its impact. ​​

Visit the International Women's Day website for additional information. 

Jael Richardson

Jael Richardson is the founder and Executive Director for the Festival of Literary Diversity (FOLD) in Brampton, Ontario. Her debut novel, Gutter Child, was shortlisted for the Amazon First Novel Award, was a finalist for the White Pine Award and won a Word Award. Her second picture book, Because You Are, was published in July 2022 and her newest children’s title The Hockey Jersey was released January 2023 as part of Scotiabank’s Hockey For All initiative. Richardson holds an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Guelph and lives in Brampton, Ontario.​

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Jade's Hip Hop Academy

Jade's Hip Hop Academy established in Brampton in 2006 has become world renowned dance studio recognized for their training, technique and performances in exclusively Hip hop and street dance styles. Their speciality is giving a platform to youth to give back to their communities through dance and creating unique custom curated performances for special events. Among many accomplishments by the studio and owner Jade Jager Clark they are currently very proud to give youth from Brampton the opportunities to perform for the Toronto Raptors, Raptors 905, the Agros and Maple Leafs. More information can be found www.jadeshiphopacademy.com and they can be flowed on social media @jadeshiphopacad ​

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Jaspal Birdi

Jaspal Birdi (B.1988, Toronto)​ is a Brampton based artist who combines photography and painting by experimenting with contemporary technologies. Through programming, print and paint, her practice filters and reconstructs a blurred cycle of virtual and physical actions. Birdi completed her BFA in Drawing and Painting from OCAD University 2010, a Museum Internship at The Peggy Guggenheim Collection 2011, and a Master of Arts Management from Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) 2013. Recognized with support from the Ontario Arts Council and Canada Council for the Arts, she is the recipient of several international honours. Jaspal Birdi’s works have been featured in group and solo exhibitions in Canada, Italy, and Germany. ​

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Kathy McDonald

​Committed to serving Wards 3 & 4 in Brampton

As an advocate for your—our—community, I welcome your input and feedback. As a board, we’re committed to building and maintaining positive relationships with you, our parents, staff, students and residents. It’s my role as your elected representative to respond to your questions, concerns and bring your issues forward to the board. I want you to know, I’m here to help. You can keep up-to-date on board news by visiting www.peelschools.org on a regular basis. If you’re looking to find out what’s happening at your local school, visit their website. Of course, you can always call the school for more information about programs, fundraisers, upcoming events and other school news. Research tells us that when we work together, students achieve more success. So, I encourage you to become involved in your child’s education, ask questions, attend a board meeting. Even if you don’t have children in the school system, I welcome and encourage your participation. Together, we share an unwavering commitment to the success of each student. I look forward to hearing from you.​​

MP Sonia Sidhu

​Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament for Brampton South is a proud member of the Standing Committee on Health and Vice-Chair of the Status of Women Committee. In June 2021 MP Sidhu’s Private Members’ Bill C-237, An Act to establish a National Framework for Diabetes passed unanimously in Parliament and the framework was subsequently tabled on October 5 2022. As a Member of the Special Committee on Pay Equity in 2016, MP Sidhu advanced the Federal Government's Pay Equity Legislation which came into force in 2021. She is proud of her record on creating jobs with Federal investments in Brampton through signature projects such as the Riverwalk, the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, public transit projects and many more.​

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Nicole Chambers

Canadian singer and songwriter Nicole Chambers is redefining the music scene with her keenly nurtured musical talent. With a relentless passion for music, catchy tunes and gripping lyrics, she is eager to take on the world, one song at a time. The R&B /Neo-Soul artist strives to create authentic music that pulls at her listeners' heartstrings and impacts people’s lives. Her music speaks to the depths of her soul, giving you a glimpse into her life experiences and reflections on love, self growth and truth. Nicole shows up as an unapologetic black woman who intends to be heard. ​

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Osé

​Born in Nigeria and raised in Brampton, to parents of Nigerian descent, Osé has been singing in church since she was four years old. Her voice is an instrument like no other that will have audiences mesmerized, and enthralled with every song she delivers. Osé has refined her talents into a raw and arresting vocal prowess that will leave you begging for more. The Ontario native will have listeners engulfed in the world she creates with her story-telling approach and realness with every release. Osé is an artist to keep an eye on and ear out for as she is set to cement herself in the music industry for years to come.​

Parking

​​There are 5 municipal parking garages in downtown Brampton that have free parking.Click here to view the parking garage map for downtown Brampton.​

Parking garages:

• City Hall Garage 

• West Tower Garage 

• Market Lane Garage 

• Nelson Square Garage 

• John Street Garage​​​​

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​Photo & Video Disclaimer

Please note photos and videos will be taken throughout the event which may include your image.

By entering the event space, you therefore consent to being photographed or video recorded and you authorize the City to use these images at any time without further notification.​​

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