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Celebrate National Youth Week in Brampton

​BRAMPTON, ON (April 26, 2022) – The City of Brampton will celebrate National Youth Week May 1 to 7 with fun, free activities and events.
Youth are invited to join the City and its partners for more than 50 events throughout the week. Attend workshops to explore your career path and network, play sports, swim and skate, enjoy painting, gardening and movies, and much more.

Registration is required for most events. Click here for the full schedule and to register for these free sessions.

The City thanks its contributing sponsors and community partners: Domino’s Pizza, the Royal Bank of Canada and Sheridan College.

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“As one of the youngest cities in Canada, Brampton is home to more than 130,000 youth ages 14 to 29. We are excited to celebrate our vibrant, diverse community of youth for National Youth Week this year. I encourage all young people in our city to explore the schedule of events and register to attend.”
- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton

“National Youth Week is an important event in Brampton. Our young people are our leaders of tomorrow, and we are dedicated to creating opportunities for them to learn and succeed. Join us and our community partners in celebrating our youth from May 1 to 7.”
- Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor Wards 1 & 5; Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton

“Brampton is a Healthy and Safe City and a City of Opportunities. This National Youth Week, we are providing our city’s young people with an array of events to boost their skills and experience, stay active and creative, network, and most importantly, have fun.”
- Charmaine Williams, City Councillor Wards 7 & 8; Vice-Chair, Community Services; Co-lead, Youth Support Task Force, City of Brampton

“City staff are dedicated to supporting Brampton’s young people. We have more than 50 events for youth to explore and enjoy for National Youth Week from May 1 to 7.”
- Paul Morrison, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, City of Brampton

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