As your councillor, I have had the opportunity to work closely with our community and learn about the diverse needs and concerns of residents over the last few months. I am committed to ensuring that our community’s voice is heard and that its needs are met. Through continuous engagement with our community, we will be able to develop efficient policies and initiatives that can drive growth and progress, while being inclusive.

At the April Committee of Council, there was a discussion item for Brampton Rental Landlord Registration/Licensing Program. This new program will centre around the landlord’s duty of care, whether it be property, illegal lodging, parking violations, and other by-law infractions. An increased focus will be placed on landlords to ensure your concerns surrounding rental properties are heard. The program will be a licensing model, with a compliance and by-law component that will allow for periodic inspections and fines. Initially, this pilot program was to only include four wards. However, I am thrilled to announce that because of the efforts of other Ward Councillors and I, the program will be inclusive of Ward 7. This will allow residents in this area a greater sense of security and trust in their rental properties. The motion was passed and ratified, so the Brampton Rental Landlord Registration/Licensing Program will be coming into effect in 2024.

I would like to take a moment to extend my best wishes for your health and safety as you make the most of this summer season. Congratulations to those who are graduating, and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

As always, you may reach out to me to discuss issues that are important to you, I can be reached by email or office numbers as listed in the newsletter.