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03/10/2026

Curious about what’s driving business growth in Brampton?
In this video, members of Council and the ’’s share highlights from the 2025 Annual Report: a year defined by investment, innovation and entrepreneurial momentum.

From record development activity to the continued growth of Brampton’s startup ecosystem, the report showcases how our economic development initiatives are supporting businesses at every stage.

📊 A few highlights from the report:

✓ 124,833 total businesses, reflecting 5% year-over-year growth and reinforcing Brampton’s role as one of the country’s fastest-growing business communities
✓ A thriving innovation ecosystem, with 271 startups graduating through partners in the Brampton Innovation District
✓ Strong support for entrepreneurs, including 1,000+ one-on-one consultations and more than $226,000 in grants through the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre ()
✓ Record development activity, with $7.6B in construction value added over the past three years

📥 Watch the highlights and click the link in ’s bio to download the full report: https://ow.ly/jl5P50Y7G6H

02/25/2026

Brampton takes action to secure the future of automotive manufacturing in Canada 🚗

Today, City Council unanimously approved a motion to advance new planning protections for the Stellantis Brampton Assembly Plant, limiting the use to automotive assembly and related advanced manufacturing.

This strategic step protects one of Canada’s most vital automotive assets in Brampton, secures high‑value jobs, and provides the long‑term certainty needed to attract and sustain future industry investment.

Canada’s automotive sector supports approximately 125,000 direct jobs nationwide, with hundreds of thousands more across the supply chain. Brampton’s assembly operations are a critical economic engine, driving innovation, skilled employment and billions in economic impact.

By advancing these land use protections, the and – Economic Development Office are reinforcing Brampton’s position as a premier manufacturing hub, with access to skilled talent and infrastructure that global companies need to scale.

Click the link in ’s bio to learn more about this and Brampton’s Advanced Manufacturing sector

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02/17/2026

🚨 Major Investment Win for Brampton

Ontario is welcoming a $141 million investment from Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited. to expand its flagship manufacturing, distribution and sales centre in the

The expansion will introduce a new state-of-the-art production line capable of producing at least 20 million additional cases annually, create up to 500 good-paying construction jobs, and further strengthen Ontario’s beverage manufacturing and agri-food supply chain.

Since becoming an independent business, Coca-Cola Canada Bottling has invested more than $230 million into its Brampton operations. Today, the facility is home to 1,000+ employees serving over 7,000 local customers from Kitchener to Oshawa.

Built exclusively by Canadian tradespeople with at least 75% domestically sourced materials, this expansion reinforces Brampton’s position as a competitive, resilient and technology-driven manufacturing hub.

Brampton continues to attract transformative investment by offering a skilled workforce, strategic location and scalable infrastructure.

🔗 Click the link in bio to learn more about why global companies choose Brampton

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02/06/2026

ICYMI: We recently convened Brampton Innovation District partners at City Hall to align on shared priorities and goals for 2026, a meaningful step forward in strengthening the ’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The Brampton Innovation District is a coordinated, city-led ecosystem that brings together post-secondary institutions, accelerators, incubators and industry partners to support founders at every stage, from idea to scale. Through collaboration, shared programming and targeted support, the Innovation District helps startups access talent, capital, mentorship and market opportunities in Brampton.

We were pleased to have strong representation from Algoma University Immersive, Brampton Angels (now Altitude Angels), Brampton Venture Zone by TMU, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, Toronto Metropolitan University, Brampton Entrepreneur Centre, BHive, and Altitude Accelerator.

The session opened with welcome remarks from Chair of Invest Brampton - Economic Development Office, Councillor Gurpartap Singh Toor, followed by an overview of City goals and the long-term vision for the Innovation District. Partners then shared their 2026 objectives, ongoing and upcoming programs, and opportunities to better coordinate support for founders.

A key theme throughout the morning was collaboration, with open conversations around shared priorities, challenges, and deeper alignment across the ecosystem.

🔗 Click the link in ’s bio to learn more about the Brampton Innovation District: https://ow.ly/YogP50Yaeiy

Thank you to all partners for an engaging and productive discussion as we continue working together to support entrepreneurs and innovation in Brampton.

01/12/2026

Brampton businesses: here’s your opportunity to reduce operating costs, boost efficiency and get ESG-ready — fully funded by the City. ⚡📊

The , in partnership with .eco is launching the Business Sustainability Dashboard Pilot Program, offering businesses three months of complimentary access to:

✅ A leading sustainability dashboard
✅ Automated ESG reporting + cost-saving insights
✅ Expert advisory support
✅ A customized 12-month action plan
✅ A digital Brampton Business Sustainability badge upon completion

This pilot supports storefronts, offices, food facilities and manufacturers in identifying high-impact actions that can reduce energy use by 5–20%, strengthen competitiveness, and meet growing ESG expectations across supply chains.

Support valued at $25K–$50K is fully covered by the City.

📅 January 23, 2026
🕛 12 PM ET

This pilot is delivered in collaboration with UK-based partners, reflecting Brampton’s commitment to trade diversification and strengthening economic partnerships with the United Kingdom.

Ready to cut costs and operate more efficiently?

➡️ Click the link in ’s bio to reserve your spot for free: https://ow.ly/CrNT50XQFSU

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01/05/2026

📢 Save the Date | City of Brampton Budget 2026 – Business Virtual Roundtable

Join Mayor , Chair of the - Economic Development Office , Vice-Chair and Members of Council on Tuesday, January 13 for a focused virtual discussion on the City’s 2026 Budget deliberations.

Hosted by the and this roundtable invites Brampton businesses and entrepreneurs to engage on budget priorities that support economic growth, strengthen the business environment and enhance quality of life for residents.

🗓 Date: Tuesday, January 13 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
💻 Location: Online (WebEx)
*Meeting link will be sent to those who register.

Click the link in ’s bio to register 🔗
https://ow.ly/bIOP50XQF82

12/16/2025

Today, the ’s – Economic Development Office hosted the second Mayor’s Tariff Task Force meeting, bringing together federal, municipal and industry leaders from key sectors including advanced manufacturing, innovation and technology, food and beverage processing and logistics.

Mayor was joined by the Honourable , Minister of International Trade, Economic Development Chair Regional Councillor , Vice-Chair Regional Councillor and members of the City’s Economic Development team. The discussion highlighted opportunities to expand exports into new markets and reinforced Brampton’s strengths in space and defence.

Building on insights from the inaugural meeting, the session supports the continued implementation of Brampton’s award-winning Tariff Action Plan, strengthening advocacy and business supports as Canada prepares for CUSMA negotiations in 2026.

🔗 Click the link in ’s bio to learn more about Brampton’s Tariff Action Plan 🇨🇦

12/02/2025

and are hosting a free webinar to help businesses understand how to access transformational funding through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI).

With ongoing trade disruptions and tariff pressures, RTRI provides one of the most significant federal supports available to businesses in Southern Ontario, offering up to $10 million in repayable funding and up to $1 million in non-repayable funding for projects that boost productivity, drive innovation and improve supply-chain resilience.

What you’ll learn:
✅ How RTRI funding works and what types of projects are eligible
✅ Cost-share details, project examples and how funding can reduce implementation costs
✅ Key criteria for strong applications and the documentation required
✅ Insights directly from FedDev Ontario program experts
✅ How Invest Brampton can support you through next steps and advisory services

If your business is planning modernization, equipment upgrades, automation, technology adoption or expansion into new markets, this is a session you won’t want to miss.

📅 December 10, 2025
🕛 12:00 PM EST
🔗 Click the link in ’s bio to register.

Position your next strategic project for success and secure your spot today.

10/23/2025

🚀 Brampton launches Artificial Intelligence Proof of Concept (AI PoC) Program

The and are inviting Canadian-based AI companies to partner with the City to explore how artificial intelligence can enhance public service delivery and optimize internal operations.

The City is seeking innovative proofs of concept across key focus areas, from building permit pre-screening and zoning to financial forecasting, customer service and HR modernization.

📅 Submissions close November 13, 2025

This is your opportunity to showcase your AI expertise, collaborate with one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities, and help shape the future of digital transformation in Brampton.

Click the link in ’s bio to learn more and submit your proposal: brampton.ca/AIPOC

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