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ABOUT BRAMPTON
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FEATURED EVENTS
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DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON
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ARTS, CULTURE & HERITAGE
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FOOD
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PARKS & TRAILS
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CITY OF BRAMPTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & CULTURE 2 Wellington St. W. Brampton, ON L6Y 4R2 TourismBrampton.ca VISITOR INQUIRIES 905.874.3601 tourism@brampton.ca CITY OF BRAMPTON Acting Director, Economic Development & Culture Denise McClure Senior Manager, Cultural Services Kelly Stahl Manager, Tourism & Special Events Laura Lukasik BRAMPTON VISITOR GUIDE PRODUCTION Editorial Direction Laura Lukasik Content Curation Diane Murenbeeld Research and Content Associates Tourism & Special Events Michael Ciuffini, Linda Olimer & Deon Thomas Creative Lead, Tourism Toronto Donna MacMullin Content Development Julie Charles Communications Creative Services Contributors 5Crowd CIRCULATION: 100,000 All information contained in this publication is believed to be accurate at the time of drafting. The City of Brampton cannot and does not guarantee the accuracy of any or all of such information and will not be responsible for errors, changes or omissions. Reference in this Guide to any specific commercial product, process, good or service, or the use of any trade, firm or corporation name is for the information and convenience of the public, and does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or expression of preference or support by the City of Brampton. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. Printed in Canada. Š2019 The City of Brampton 2
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WELCOME The time to visit Brampton is now! As the ninth largest city in Canada, and one of the most diverse, Brampton offers visitors and residents alike a world-class range of unique experiences. Brampton has it all, from phenomenal culinary offerings and an exciting and emerging cultural scene including festivals, music, and drama, to an extensive network of trails and parks. I’m thrilled to invite you to visit in 2019 and encourage you to be part of the magic that is transforming Brampton. On behalf of my Council colleagues, welcome to our incredible city!
PATRICK BROWN Mayor, City of Brampton
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ABOUT BRAMPTON Explore and discover exciting attractions and a vibrant city.
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MAKE IT “YOUR” BRAMPTON Please let us introduce you to people, places, events and heritage we are proud of through this 2019 Visitor Guide. It all started here, on historic Main Street, from which a small rural hamlet evolved with the times — from Canada’s Flower Town to one of the country’s fastest-growing cities, defined by a welcoming and diverse community.
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ABOUT BRAMPTON POPULATION
600,000 AVERAGE AGE
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LARGEST CITY IN CANADA
2 ND FA S T E S T G R OW I N G
36.5 115 Hello hi YOUNGEST OF CANADA’S LARGEST CITIES
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NATURAL SPACES
8,900+ ACRES OF PARKLAND
3.6 MILLION TREES COVERING 18% OF THE CITY 8,000+ planted each year! 6
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Brampton is a vibrant community that forms part of the Greater Toronto Area, a region that encompasses Canada’s most important centres of culture and innovation. Our city is located at the northwest boundary of Toronto, right next to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
A CITY IN MOTION! BRAMPTON TRANSIT WON THE 2018 SERVICE EXCELLENCE AWARD
IN 10 YEARS, RIDERSHIP HAS GROWN
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BRAMPTON WON SMART 50 AWARDS
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FEATURED EVENTS Festivals and special events unite a young and vibrant community. See our current Calendar of Events at TourismBrampton.ca
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DON’T MISS A BEAT! Crowds gather in Garden Square in downtown Brampton to celebrate New Year’s Eve, one of the most popular cultural events we host. Here, headliner Shawn Hook rocks the stage to kick off 2019. As home to indie record label SounDrive Records and emerging artists like Raz (@razeem.co) and DJ Tam, Brampton’s music scene thrives all year long.
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SEASONAL MARKETS BRAMPTON FARMERS’ MARKET Attend the Grand Opening Saturday, June 15, 2019
SATURDAYS JUNE 15 – OCTOBER 12 , 2019 7AM – 1PM Visit the region’s biggest and best farmers’ market. The popular Brampton Farmers’ Market features over 60 vendors and producers offering Ontario grown fruits, vegetables, and locally made treats. New this year, Market Saturdays in Garden Square highlight community talent, cooking demos and activities for all ages. » MAP ID: 83 Main & Queen Streets
Seasonal produce in downtown Brampton.
MOUNT PLEASANT VILLAGE MARKET THURSDAYS JUNE 20 – OCTOBER 10, 2019 4PM – 8PM Now in its fifth year, this festive neighbourhood market features Ontario farm fresh produce, artisan crafted goods and prepared foods. Mount Pleasant Square is an exciting community gathering place on Thursday evenings all summer long. » MAP ID: 84 100 Commuter Dr.
Mount Pleasant Square » @adonai_jo
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CANADA DAY Brampton Waves the Maple Leaf Join us at Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park to celebrate Canada’s birthday. JULY 1, 2019 • Be sure to enjoy all Ching Park has to offer, from mini-putt to picnic areas, a splash pad and more. • Catch an all-Canadian lineup on the MAIN STAGE with a special family show. • Cap off an amazing day with a 10PM FIREWORKS show. • Enjoy an icy beverage in the BEER GARDEN or enjoy a bite in the FOOD ZONE. » MAP ID: 66
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Kim Wheatley introduces a dance performance.
Tyler Shaw connects with the crowd.
Celebrating Canada at Ching Park.
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CULTURE DAYS & DOORS OPEN BRAMPTON SEPTEMBER 27 – 29, 2019 Enjoy free entertainment and activities all weekend long as Brampton celebrates Culture Days, a collaborative, Canada-wide volunteer movement to raise the awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement in local arts and culture. Culture Days 2019 coincides with Doors Open Brampton, a one-day event on September 28 where you can get an inside view of unique buildings all around the city.
St. Elias the Prophet Church.
Culture Days events across the City.
Culture Days Venues Across Brampton Culture Days host venues include Garden Square, Brampton Libraries, Beaux Arts Brampton and the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), offering free admission. Brampton City Hall.
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WINTER LIGHTS WEEKEND Welcome the holiday season with Santa and winter lights. • Saturday, November 16 features the annual Brampton Santa Claus Parade starting at 5PM. Grab a spot along the route to welcome Santa to town at one of the area’s largest evening parades.
Tree lighting in the Square.
• See a 60-foot high spruce tree sparkle in this wonderful holiday spectacle. • Enjoy family fun activities in City Hall, and kid-friendly entertainment in Ken Whillans Square. brampton.ca/events
Festive lights at Gage Park.
NEW YEAR’S EVE DECEMBER 31, 2019 Experience the perfect start to 2020 as part of our annual New Year’s Eve Celebration in downtown Brampton. The evening is filled with free activities and entertainment for the whole family. A few highlights to look forward to: • Ice skating at Gage Park. • Kids’ dance party in the City Hall Conservatory. • A dynamic lineup of live entertainment in Garden Square. And, it all leads to the midnight finale: a spectacular fireworks display. brampton.ca/nye
Early Bird Fireworks! There’s a 9PM display just for kids, in addition to the midnight show.
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ALL-SEASON FUN Brampton has an amazing offering of festivals, events and things to do all year long. Visit our website for a complete listing. @mimranaziz
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March Break at PAMA.
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Ski, slide or skate at Ching Park
Skate in Gage Park
Family fun at PAMA
Celebrate Black History Month
Plan your garden at a seed exchange
Celebrate Chinese New Year at City Hall
Find a kids’ camp for spring break
Chime in the New Year in Garden Square Visit a library on Family Literacy Day @awalkwithavi
Bovaird House » @artist_mytk
Peel Aboriginal Network performs.
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Celebrate Sikh Heritage Month
Treat mom to tea at a historic venue
Celebrate National Indigenous People’s Day
Hunt for Easter eggs
Don’t miss the Festival of Literary Diversity
Bike the Creek
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Hike our trails and paths
Attend the season’s first Farmers’ Market
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Canada proud at Ching Park.
@__terrijade at Professor’s Lake. Cheryl Holt » Pixabay
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Celebrate Canada at Ching Park!
Visit a lakeside beach
Cheer on teams at the Slo-Pitch Championships
Celebrate the City’s diversity at Carabram
Party in the lanes
Check out Culture Days & Doors Open Brampton
Learn to fish at Heart Lake Halloween fun in Downtown.
Cool off at a splash pad
Take in the World of Jazz Festival
Remembrance Day ceremonies.
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Trick-or-treat in downtown Brampton
Pay respects at a Remembrance Day parade
Get outside and enjoy the lights
Take a ghost tour Dine like a pioneer
Take a horse & carriage ride Rock around a holiday tree-lighting
Experience a Victorian Christmas Shop for artisan gifts
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DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON Head to Brampton’s lively downtown core to enjoy food, entertainment and activity-filled public spaces like Garden Square, beautiful Gage Park and more.
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MAKING HISTORY Historic downtown Brampton is your destination to enjoy all the city has to offer, from arts and entertainment, to food and fun. Reflecting both history and innovation, the giant LED screen of Garden Square sits next to the distinguished Dominion Building, a landmark building by the same architect who built Centre Block on Parliament Hill in our nation’s capital in 1860.
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SUMMER IN GARDEN SQUARE See what’s happening, connect with friends or plan a family get-together and meet at our original “Four Corners,” at the corner of Main and Queen Streets. Garden Square is a vibrant city hub and your first stop for entertainment in downtown Brampton. You can look forward to FREE entertainment and events scheduled all year. BE SOCIAL Share the fun with friends #InGardenSquare with our free Wi-Fi. SEE MOVIES AND CONCERTS For listings and times, go to brampton.ca/gardensquare GRAB A TABLE Get there early to enjoy seating at The Rose patio.
Music for all ages.
Free family movies.
SEE THE NEIGHBOURHOOD Attractions like Gage Park, Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) and The Rose are just steps away.
The Square becomes a canvas.
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GARDEN SQUARE Enjoy free entertainment, movies, and special events for all ages, all summer long in Garden Square. Experience culture and community in the heart of downtown Brampton. #InGardenSquare
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EXPLORE OUR VIBRANT DOWNTOWN AROUND DOWNTOWN You’ll find shops, restaurants, parks and great public places all within easy walking distance. Downtown and the Queen Street Corridor are home to more than 1,500 businesses and services, City Hall, places of worship, parks and community spaces to welcome the whole family. SHOP THE CITY Discover great finds in our selection of unique, independent retailers. PARK FOR FREE After 7PM and on weekends and holidays, in five downtown municipal garages. On weekdays, the first hour is free.
Save These Dates! Signature events in 2019 hosted by the Downtown Brampton BIA FEBRUARY 14 Valentine’s Day Carriage Rides FEBRUARY 25 – MARCH 10 Taste of Brampton (Spring) APRIL 20 Easter Egg Hunt JULY 19 Party in the Lanes AUGUST 23 Party in the Lanes OCTOBER 26 Trick or Treating FALL 2019 Taste of Brampton (Fall) NOVEMBER – DECEMBER Christmas in Downtown Brampton
See a Map! Enjoying the art in Vivian Lane.
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Look inside the back cover for a map of downtown attractions and parking locations
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ARTS, CULTURE & HERITAGE Young and creative, Brampton supports a thriving arts scene. Enjoy our theatres, literature, galleries, historic sites and more.
PERFORMING ARTS Every seat in Brampton’s premier performance venue, The Rose, offers an intimate view. Here, celebrated poet Rupi Kaur performs from her second collection, the sun and her flowers. Kaur’s induction in the Brampton Arts Walk of Fame in 2018 was a homecoming: she once walked this same stage to accept her high-school diploma.
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ART GALLERIES BEAUX ARTS BRAMPTON
Beaux Arts Brampton » @angel4monkeys
Beaux Arts Brampton, founded in 2002, is an artist-run centre and exhibition space for visual and multi-media artists and photographers. It offers a free-admission art gallery, an artisan gift shop, studios and event space. Located near City Hall and The Rose, the gallery is open to the public on Wednesday to Friday afternoons and Saturdays. » MAP ID: 21 70 Main St. N. / 1.866.339.7779 beauxartsbrampton.org
THE ART GALLERY AT PAMA
PAMA » @pdhingra2895
The PAMA gallery space, housed in the former Peel County Office Building, presents rotating works from an extensive permanent collection (4,500+ items), traveling exhibitions, retrospectives, and the David Somers Works on Paper Gallery. Artists with roots in the community include David Milne, William Ronald, Ronald Bloore, Charlotte Schreiber and Ted Fullerton. » MAP ID: 26 9 Wellington St. E. / 905.791.4055 pama.peelregion.ca
VISUAL ARTS BRAMPTON ARTWAY GALLERY An exhibit space in the northwest side of Shoppers World Brampton presents the works of local and emerging artists.
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PERFORMING ARTS VENUES CYRIL CLARK LECTURE HALL Located in the Cyril Clark Library building, across from the Loafer’s Lake Recreation Centre, this small 189-seat theatre-style recital hall is popular with businesses, community groups and theatre groups. » MAP ID: 22 / 20 Loafer’s Lake Ln. / 905.874.2800 rosetheatre.ca
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Brampton Arts Walk of Fame INDUCTEES INCLUDE DIRECTOR X Produced Hotline Bling and other music videos for Drake, among others
LESTER B. PEARSON THEATRE Located in the Bramalea Civic Centre (across from the Bramalea City Centre) Lester B. Pearson Theatre hosts community groups, music schools, non-profit institutions and education groups year-round. This 470-seat theatre is undergoing renovations to create a more attractive, welcoming community gathering space. » MAP ID: 25 / 150 Central Park Dr. / 905.874.2800
RUPI K AUR Best-selling author & celebrated “Instapoet” ZARQA NAWAZ Creator of Little Mosque on the Prairie JOHNNY REID Chart-topping, multi-platinum recording artist
Lester B. Pearson Theatre.
GARDEN SQUARE At the corner of Main and Queen Streets in downtown Brampton, Garden Square is a vibrant hub for live entertainment around its stage and giant LED screen. Gather for community events like the Farmers’ Market, Culture Days, New Year’s Eve and more. Visit the website to see what’s on today.
All Summer! Garden Square offers family-friendly movie screenings, pop-up events, and more. @garden.square
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THE ROSE This Performing Arts centre has become an iconic feature of downtown Brampton, widely recognized for its acoustics, architecture and star performances. With two venues that can accommodate large shows and intimate experiences, The Rose hosts over 80 productions per year, comprised of theatre, concerts, dance, comedy and cultural events. Visit the website for the latest schedule of what’s on for the 2019 - 2020 season. » MAP ID: 27 1 Theatre Lane / 905.874.2800 / rosetheatre.ca
The always popular Rocky Horror Live.
The Rose Program Highlights Spring 2019 APRIL 18 Classic Albums Live: Prince, Purple Rain APRIL 27 The Rose Orchestra: Spring Awakening APRIL 28 Kevin Nealon
Kardinal Offishall takes main stage.
★★★★★ “Great venue and staff. Excellent sound. Highly recommend you see a show or comedy show here if you haven’t already.” Stephen S.M., Local Guide Google Review
Annual Caribbean Music and Entertainment (CME) Awards.
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OUR CITY. OUR STAGE. The Rose presents enriching and interactive experiences for audiences of all ages. Enjoy the best in entertainment year-round with original theatre, music, comedy, and dance on the Mainstage or in our intimate Studio.
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Brampton Library! FREE membership, services, programs, e-books and more!
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Designed to inspire you! Visitors are always welcome at any of our 7 locations: Chinguacousy Branch Library 150 Central Park Drive (across from Bramalea City Centre in the Brampton Civic Centre)
South Fletcher’s Branch Library 500 Ray Lawson Blvd (in the Sportsplex)
Cyril Clark Branch Library 20 Loafer’s Lake Lane
Springdale Branch Library 10705 Bramalea Road
Four Corners 65 Queen Street East (Downtown)
Coming Soon: Southwest Branch Library (near Mississauga Road and Financial Drive)
Gore Meadows 10150 The Gore Road (inside the Gore Meadows Community Centre) Mount Pleasant Village 100 Commuter Drive (co-located with Mount Pleasant Village Elementary School)
Got your card? Don’t miss Digital Library at bramptonlibrary.ca for free access to amazing online options.
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PEEL ART GALLERY, MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES (PAMA) PAMA is the premier destination to discover the arts and heritage of Brampton and the Peel Region. Three facilities in one — focused on art and history using conversation and stories to help make new connections to the surrounding community. Located in downtown Brampton, across from Brampton City Hall and Gage Park, the PAMA complex consists of four historic buildings — the former Peel County Courthouse (1867), Jail (1867), the Registry Office (1890) and a modernist building in the international style (1959). » MAP ID: 26 / 9 Wellington St. E. / 905.791.4055 / pama.peelregion.ca
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PAMA hosts the Peel Aboriginal Drumming Circle.
2019 PAMA Exhibition Highlights TO MAY 28, 2019 Ronald Bloore: Black and White Works by Brampton-born Ronald Bloore, a leader of Canada’s abstract art movement. TO JUNE 30, 2019 North is Freedom Canadian photographer Yuri Dojc celebrates Canadian descendants of those who escaped slavery. MARCH 30 – JUNE 9, 2019 Karan Kaur: The Style of Life MAY 2 – OCTOBER 20, 2019 Capture I – Zinnia Naqvi: Yours to Discover An outdoor exhibit in partnership with the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival.
Bring the Kids! A schedule of events is available on weekends & school holidays. Drop in for Family Fun Activities, weekends 1 – 4PM.
JUNE 8 – SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 Refuge Canada Stories of new life in a foreign land, from the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Halifax. JUNE 8 – SEPTEMBER 29, 2019 For a Social Cause: Graphic Novels OCTOBER 10, 2019 – FEBRUARY 9, 2020 George Paginton: Painting a Nation From the shadows of the Group of Seven, discover exciting new landscape works by this late Toronto artist. NOVEMBER 7, 2019 – APRIL 12 , 2020 Meryl McMaster This outdoor exhibit explores Indigenous stereotypes and identity.
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TRAVEL THROUGH TIME From vast wilderness to Canada’s Flower City to the rise of a dynamic urban centre, see the story of Brampton in unique historic attractions. ALDERLEA Look for the beautiful buff brick Victorian building, with massive eaves, brackets and bay windows, next to Gage Park in downtown Brampton. Alderlea was a private estate built between 1865 and 1879 in a classic, Italianate Style. It has been restored as a premier space for exhibits and special events. » MAP ID: 20 40 Elizabeth St. S. / 905.874.2133 brampton.ca/alderlea
The Alderlea Estate.
HISTORIC BOVAIRD HOUSE Step into the historic estate of William and Mossie Bovaird, donated to the city in 1985. This classic, Georgian-style farmhouse has been restored to reflect the 1850–1900 time period. Learn more from the volunteers who operate the museum and tours. Explore the grounds to see the restored Pendergast Log House, one of the last known surviving log houses in the city. » MAP ID: 24 563 Bovaird Dr. E. / bovairdhouse.ca
History and heritage at Bovaird House.
CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHOOL The first students came through these beautiful doors in 1916, but this historic site has housed educational activity for nearly 130 years. It’s now a City of Brampton recreation centre and a popular location for film shoots. 24 Alexander St. / 905.874.2810 Traditional school houses a cultural hub.
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CPR STATION RESTORATION Visit Mount Pleasant Village and the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) station, memorializing a time when millions of flowers from “Flower Town” were shipped by rail, and thousands of soldiers set off for service overseas. Originally located in downtown Brampton in 1902, the station was rebuilt in 2011 and houses a Brampton Library branch. » MAP ID: 84 100 Commuter Dr. / 905.840.4041
PEEL ART GALLERY, MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES (PAMA) PAMA is the premier destination to discover the arts and heritage of Brampton and Peel Region. Its facilities are focused on art and history, using conversation and stories to make new connections. (See more on page 30)
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Heritage Walking Tours See a first-hand view of history. Pick up or download a guide from brampton.ca/walkingtours. HIGHLIGHTS • The Four Corners: Our Original Crossroads • The 1880s Octagon House • The Dominion Bell
2019 Brampton Ghost Walks OCTOBER 12 , 19, 26 & 27 Gage Park, 8 PM afterdarktour.com
» MAP ID: 26 9 Wellington St. E. / 905.791.4055 pama.peelregion.ca
Bovaird House Event Highlights
CNR TRAIN STATION
MAY 5 & 12 , 2019 12PM OR 2PM Mother’s Day Tea
Railways are a great part of our history. In booming times, the Grand Trunk Railway (GTR) built this grand Romanesque Revival structure in 1907, now the Brampton GO Transit and VIA Rail Station. 31 Church St. W.
OCTOBER 26, 2019 - 7PM Loaf ‘n’ Ladle Pioneer Supper DECEMBER 7 & 8, 2019 10AM TO 3PM Victorian Christmas Open House
Step into the cell of an authentic 1800s jailhouse at PAMA, and close the door behind you! CPR Station in Mount Pleasant.
Law and order at PAMA.
» Milan Suvajac Historic CNR Station
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Saturday, September 28, 2019 10AM - 4PM Join us for a look inside the doors of City facilities and local sites of interest. FREE ADMISSION
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CANADA’S FLOWER TOWN Brampton is not only known as “Flower City” for the beautiful gardens and landscapes around our parks, boulevards and municipal buildings: flowers are an important part of our heritage. Our roots as “Flower Town of Canada” began with small family farms that grew into a thriving greenhouse industry, once one of the world’s top exporters of roses, orchids and cut flowers. Brampton’s parks in bloom.
Floral Tours • Escape winter weather in the greenhouse at Chinguacousy Park. • See more than one million spring flowers in bloom, planted by the City of Brampton. • Spot native species, like Trillium, in Brampton’s natural woodlands.
@shetravelscom CF Watson & Family Gardens.
Ching Park Greenhouse.
Blooms in Gage Park.
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In the late 1800s, Harry Dale grew a family business into one of the largest flower growers in the world.
Brampton’s landscape was once dominated by hundreds of large glass greenhouses.
Humber Nurseries in southeast Brampton has been in business for over 70 years.
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ART, EVERYWHERE Art in our parks and public spaces celebrates who we are and reflects Brampton’s dynamic communities and identities. At a crossroads of world cultures, Brampton allows artistic freedom to thrive and serves to inspire our next generation of emerging creators. More than 30 public works of art, supported by public and private sponsors, cultivate our City’s growing cultural legacy.
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ON LOCATION If it looks familiar: that’s us on screen! Spot scenes in feature movies, TV and digital series, music videos and more, recently filmed in Brampton.
FILMED HERE SCREENS
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Rhianne Barreto, Charlie Plummer, Poorna Jagannathan
Flower City Community Campus, David Suzuki Secondary School
Coming to HBO in 2019
TV Series
Ellen Page, Tom Hopper, Mary J. Blige
Claireville Conservation Area
Now on Netflix
SEVEN IN HEAVEN
Travis Tope, Haley Ramm
Chapel and Salisbury Street residences, Brampton Cemetery.
Now on Netflix
Mark McKenna, Ciara Bravo
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 15
Now on YouTube Premium
SHARE Feature Film
THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY
Feature Film
WAYNE TV Series
Share » Photo by Josh Johnson.
The Umbrella Academy » Photo by Christos Kalohoridis/Netflix.
Wayne » Behind the scenes.
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Rahul Chaturvedi behind the camera.
FORBIDDEN TIKKA MASALA A devout vegetarian finds a new lease on life after accidently eating meat at her retirement party. Written and directed by Brampton filmmaker Rahul Chaturvedi, and stars Balinder Johal (from Deepa Mehta’s Beeba Boys and Heaven on Earth). Locations: Brampton Farmers’ Market, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 15 & Central Public School.
Watch it!
For up-to-date screening info follow @forbiddentikkamasala
Balinder Johal filming in downtown Brampton Farmers’ Market.
MOVIE SCREENS GARDEN SQUARE MOVIE NIGHTS 1 Theatre Lane Downtown Brampton
BMO IFFSA Toronto 2019 MAY 9 – 20 VARIOUS LOCATIONS Brampton hosts parts of the biggest South Asian Film Festival in North America iffsatoronto.com
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A SPACE FOR ENERGIZING IDEAS Take a peek inside Brampton’s new business incubator and co-working space. There’s a creative buzz in Brampton, where local entrepreneurs and innovators are busy getting ready to rock the world with new ideas. In 2019, the City of Brampton, in collaboration with Ryerson University, will open a brand new business incubator space designed to incite creativity and energize ideas. Shared resources and meeting spaces provide a hub for social networking, creative collaborations and business planning. “One of See for yourself, next time Brampton’s you’re downtown: 41 George St. economic priorities is to create a complete ecosystem for entrepreneurs” Jennifer Vivian, City of Brampton
A new entrepreneurial centre in downtown Brampton.
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FOOD Locally rooted and globally inspired, Brampton’s dining scene delivers diverse and delicious dishes to your table.
SUCH A DUMPLING! These handmade, northern Chinese-style dumplings are a house specialty of Green Bites Dumpling and Tea Bar, a family-owned restaurant and recent arrival to Brampton’s lively dining scene. On special occasions, chef and co-owner David Liu hosts dumplingmaking workshops, sharing his secrets for a perfect bite.
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WORLD TOUR Brampton is home to great restaurants and unique global dining experiences. The writers at bramptonist.com have recommended a few of their favourites. AFRICAN MJ’S BBQ AND SUYA This is a meat lover’s paradise! MJ’s is one of the few places in the region dedicated to suya, a traditional West African dish originating from the Hausa people of Nigeria. Beef or chicken is marinated with groundnut, ginger, onion, garlic, cayenne pepper, tomato and salt, and then slow-cooked. 5 – 361 Parkhurst Sq. / mjsbbqandsuya.com
AFRO-ASIAN FUSION GET GRILL Get Grill’s Chef Bab T fuses the flavours of his Nigerian heritage with his love for international cuisines. Recipes bring together the sweetness of Asian cuisine with bold African chilies. Also on the menu, African-Cajun and Mediterranean flavours meld in mouth-watering wraps and plates. 7910 Hurontario St. / getgrill.ca
CHINESE GREEN BITES DUMPLING AND TEA BAR This family owned business explores flavour palates to enhance Brampton food culture with northern Chinese-style specialties. Fusion cuisine focuses on five varieties of handmade dumplings, L.A.-style crispy chicken wings, and authentic loose-leaf teas in a casual setting. 10 – 35 Resolution Dr. greenbiteschinesefood.com
EGYPTIAN
Voted One of Yelp’s
“Top 100 Places to Eat in Canada” Green Bites Tea.
NAHLA’S CUISINE Every dish on Nahla’s menu is an original recipe or has been adapted to Egyptian flavours and cooking techniques. The catering menu extends beyond shared plates and shawarma to other dishes such as stuffed roasted lamb, Egyptian vermicelli rice, and goulash. 8 – 20 Dewside Dr. / nahlascuisine.com 44
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FILIPINO
INDIAN – CHENAI
ELSA’S LUTONG BAHAY
ANNALAKSHMI
Small but mighty, Elsa’s Lutong Bahay is a busy family-owned restaurant that serves the cuisine of the northern Philippines. Base flavours of shrimp paste, soy sauce and fish sauces are infused with East Asian and Spanish influences. The menu includes noodles and meats such as beef shank, oxtail and pork.
This South Indian vegetarian eatery has endless options of savoury and healthy vegetarian delights. In addition to its specialty, crispy crepe-like dosas, Annalakshmi serves rice and lentil-based pancakes and fritters such as uttapam, vada and idlies accompanied by coconut and tomato chutneys.
65 Rutherford Rd. S. elsalutongbahay.com
3 & 4 – 10086 Hurontario St. annalakshmi.ca
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INDIAN – GUJURAT
SYMPOSION GREEK CUISINE
HONEST RESTAURANT
Symposion has been shouting “OPA!” and serving authentic Greek meals for two decades in this warm dining space. The cuisine traditionally uses olives, olive oil and classic Mediterranean flavours like eggplant, zucchini, cheese, lemon and herbs. Almost all produce is sourced locally.
Since this well-known Indian street food franchise opened its first location in Canada here in Brampton, it has consistently had line-ups out the door. Starring the cuisine of Gujurat, the restaurant is fully vegetarian. Dishes like pani puri, dahi puri, and bhaji pav stay true to authentic regional flavours.
9 & 10 – 148 Queen St. E. symposion.ca
16 – 1 Steeles Ave. E. honestrestaurant.com
GUYANESE ALIMA’S ROTI AND PASTRY Alima’s is an exceptionally busy take-out counter staffed by an incredible team of women, and owned by a husband-and-wife team. The rotis are fresh and fluffy, the food tastes homestyle and the eatery also offers frozen curries to go. If you have a sweet tooth, try the pastries, tarts and coconut bread. 49 – 13 Kenview Blvd. alimas.ca
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INDIAN – KERALA
IRISH
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Kerala is known for its lush natural beauty. As the only Keralacentric restaurant in Brampton, Le Kochi features an extensive menu of delights from India’s southwest coast. The cuisine uses coconut, chili and fragrant spices with various meats and seafood, and food is often cooked or served on banana leaves.
Reminiscent of a traditional tavern, with walls covered in Irish memorabilia, this restaurant serves hearty staples like meat and potatoes. Maguires is also a bustling spot for live music or to watch soccer and rugby. 126 – 284 Queen St. E. facebook.com/maguiresbrampton
10 – 20 Dewside Dr. / lekochi.ca
INDIAN – TANDOOR KING TANDOORI Known for grilled fish and succulent tandoori meats, King Tandoori is one of Brampton’s most popular restaurants. The family-owned franchise has two locations in the city. Everything is made-to-order using imaginative recipes and the chef’s years of culinary experience in Chandigarh, Punjab. 1 – 270 Rutherford Rd. S., 11 & 12 – 107 Kennedy Rd. S. (opening in Shoppers’ World) kingtandoori.com
King Tandoori » @biteswithbubbly
INDIAN FUSION FIRANGI Firangi is the epitome of a chic, South Asian gastro-restaurant. The chefs mix East Indian street food and Western flavours in a menu that comprises both regular meals and sharing plates, allowing guests to dabble in both traditional and fusion dishes. 14 – 2880 Queen St. E. firangi.ca
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JAMAICAN – NEGRIL JAMAICA HOUSE JERK
Featured on Food Network’s
“You Gotta Eat Here” ITALIAN THAT ITALIAN PLACE Think of a Sunday dinner with Nonna: this casual Italian restaurant has its origins in Calabria, the “toe of the boot” of southern Italy. Family recipes trace back to the owner’s grandfather, who became a cook during the Second World War. That Italian Place installed Brampton’s first Neapolitan oven – to bake pizzas at 950°F – when it expanded in 2017. 31–33 – 470 Chrysler Dr. thatitalianplace.ca
JAPANESE SUSHI HOUSE Sushi House is one of Brampton’s only a-la-carte Japanese restaurants and is known for maintaining a high quality of fish. Aside from sushi and sashimi, Sushi House offers teriyaki and traditional noodle soups.
After learning his grandparents’ recipes while living in beachy Negril, Jamaica, the chef brought the island flavours to Brampton. Jamaican jerk flavours are infused with pepper, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, thyme and Scotch bonnet peppers. Seating is limited, but take-out is available. 23 & 24 – 145 Clarence St. jamaicahousejerk.com
JAMAICAN – OLD HARBOUR XAYMACA A family that has roots in Old Harbour, the island’s largest fishing town, owns this beautiful dine-in Jamaican restaurant. Unsurprisingly, the chef’s specialty is seafood, but the menu has other contemporary offerings like jerk pulled pork sliders and coconut and shrimp pasta. 3 – 30 Kennedy Rd. S. xaymacarestaurant.com
JORDANIAN SHAWARMA QUEEN Shawarma Queen opened seven years ago, just one month after the owners moved to Canada from Jordan, and represents the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe. The shawarma is the original family recipe, and the menu includes a Canadian shawarma poutine. 105 – 10 Gillingham Dr. shawarmaqueen.com
4 – 135 Main St. N. sushihousebrampton.ca
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NICARAGUAN SEGOVIA COFFEE COMPANY This shop’s owners are originally from Nicaragua, from which Segovia’s gourmet coffee originates. Beans are sustainably grown in the mountains of Nicaragua and imported here. Other specialties include horchata, a sweet rice and cinnamon drink. Enjoy small bites like empanadas and alfajores. 46 Main St. N. / segoviacoffee.ca
NORTH AMERICAN FOOD FIGHT BARBEQUE BAR Food Fight specializes in meats smoked over Ontario hickory and maple wood, seasoned with sensational house-made sauces such as mango habanero and coffee jerk. The menu also includes a smoked vegan burger. 100 Maritime Ontario Blvd. foodfightbbq.com
PALESTINIAN FATTOUSH MEDITERRANEAN GRILL Fattoush’s recipes have been perfected through a 25-year family history of running a restaurant in Haifa, Israel. On special occasions, the restaurant carries a regional specialty called amba, a pickled mango condiment. 2 – 17 Ray Lawson Blvd. fattoushbrampton.com
piri (chili peppers), black pepper, cinnamon, saffron, garlic, bay leaf and parsley, on seafood and poultry. 2 – 110 Brickyard Way portuguesechicken.ca
SERBIAN THE QUEEN GYPSY This eclectic restaurant across from City Hall in downtown Brampton serves authentic Serbian cuisine, which is simple and light on spices, relying on fresh ingredients to accentuate flavours. Serbian food comes from a melting pot between the Mediterranean and Central Europe. 10 Main St. S. / queengypsybrampton.ca
SOUTH AFRICAN THE PIE GUYZ This family business is a spin off from “The Pie Hut” in Phoenix, South Africa, just outside of Durban. Pie Guyz makes individually sized pies for international palettes, as well as Cornish beef pasties, kebab rolls and dessert pies. If you crave heat, try the vindaloo pie. 12 – 2120 North Park Dr. / thepieguyz.com
SOUTH ASIAN – HAKKA-STYLE HAKK A #1 Hakka recipes are Indo-Chinese adaptations of the Hakka-Chinese cuisine from Kolkata, India. Dishes
PORTUGUESE CHURRASQUEIRA NOVA ESPERANCA Serving Brampton for nearly two decades, this take-out restaurant is known for its charity work and exceptional Portuguese food. This cuisine uses a variety of spices and herbs that include piri 48
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are cooked with garlic, onions, chili and sometimes soy sauce. The menu also includes boldly flavoured Szechuan-style and Manchurian dishes. A cheerful dining room has casual seating. 10 – 2 Melanie Dr. / m.hakka1.com
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URUGUAYAN LA GRAN URUGUAYA Brampton’s first full-service Latin bakery, La Gran Uruguaya, is a cozy spot that serves up fresh pastries, both sweet and savoury, along with an extensive menu that celebrates the flavours of Uruguay. 5 Ardglen Dr. / la-gran-uruguaya.com
Over 14 years, the family running Thai Pepper has cooked authentic southern Thai cuisine from home recipes to earn an almost cult-like following: its walls display commendation letters from the Thai embassy. Flavours balance sweet and savoury and are accentuated by a slight heat, which can be adjusted to taste. 14 – 2 Fisherman Dr. restaurantwebexpert.com/ThaiPepper
TRINIDADIAN VISHNU’S ROTI AND DOUBLES
La Gran Uruguaya pastries.
VIETNAMESE BANH MI SANDWICHES AND BUBBLE TEA
Trinidadian curry and roti is the heart and soul of Vishnu’s, a familyowned restaurant and take-out counter. The island flavours are a fusion between African, Indian, Spanish and Creole. Dishes feature meat, fish or vegetables that are stewed, barbequed or curried, and served with sensationally hot pepper sauces, chutneys and pickles.
A husband-and-wife team serves a variety of meat sandwiches from a humble shop counter in Kennedy Square Mall. This cuisine blends French ingredients – baguettes, paté, mayonnaise and jalapenos – with pickled carrots, cucumber and coriander.
10 – 10215 Kennedy Rd. N.
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THE CROWN AND LION ENGLISH PUB This restaurant is decorated with the familiar look and feel of a cozy London pub, with comfort food to match. Wear your footie jersey, as the Crown and Lion is a popular location for locals to watch the Championship League and the World Cup. 6A – 7985 Financial Dr. / crownandlion.com
50 Kennedy Rd. S. / banhmimailan.com
Pho Dau Bo is among Brampton’s many great options to enjoy Vietnamese noodle soup. This popular franchise is known for the rich and creamy beef broth it creates for its soup base, served with noodles and topped with bean sprouts, green onion, Thai basil, and strips of beef sirloin, flank or tripe. 610 – 20 Gillingham Dr. facebook.com/PhoDauBoBrampton TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA
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2 » LIKE IT HOTTER Created by a Brampton-based musician, Salem’s Lott Scary Hot Sauces has flavours like Heat Stroke and Hallucinate the Heat. salemslotthotsauces.com Photo » @salemshotsauces
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3 » POP THIS Using large, GMO-free kernels with fewer husks, Jamie’s Cracked Corn gets popped in real kettles, in small batches. jamiescrackedcorn.com Photo » Jamie’s Cracked Corn
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4 » TRY YOUR MACARON ON Brampton’s very first macaron boutique and high tea salon has lately branched out to bake mini donuts. macaronz.com Photo » @kpxeats
5 » SIP LIKE A ROYAL Tea By Daniel’s Lion Chai blend was served to the Prince of Wales for Canada’s 150th tour.
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6 » FILL YOUR PIE FACE Savoury meat and vegetarian pies from The Pie Guyz are inspired by the owners’ South African roots, and feature flavours like Palak Paneer. thepieguyz.com Photo » The Pie Guyz
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PARKS & TRAILS Spend time outdoors to explore forests, lakes, parks and wilderness trails – all without leaving the city.
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(NOT SO) SECRET RETREAT Find a peaceful oasis behind Brampton’s busy roads and residential areas: a landscape of picturesque lakes and rivers is one of our city’s best-kept secrets. Here at Professor’s Lake you’ll find sandy beaches, a lakeside park and trails and 65 acres of open water to sail, paddle and splash in, June to September.
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PARKS Spend more time outdoors! Here are just a few of more than 850+ parks in our active City. ANDREW MCCANDLESS PARK One of Brampton’s newest parks bustles with activities for kids and adults, including soccer and cricket fields, a splash pad, skateboard ramps, a playground and more. A natural area features trails along Huttonville Creek. » MAP ID: 60 450 Elbern Markell Dr.
CREDITVIEW SANDALWOOD PARK The landscaping, sports fields and facilities throughout Creditview Park were designed with sustainability in mind. A recent addition is the Creditview Activity Hub: the first of its kind, with facilities and play structures that are fully accessible to include needs of people with physical, mental and emotional challenges.
So much to do at Andrew McCandless Park.
Advanced technologies conserve rainwater and drainage. Water from the splash pad is stored and used to irrigate the nearby soccer fields.
>> MAP ID: 64 10510 Creditview Rd
DONALD M. GORDON CHINGUACOUSY PARK Brampton’s destination park has a unique array of amenities, including a ski hill and chalet, curling rink, winterized tennis courts, beach volleyball, sports fields and the Terry Fox Track and Field Stadium. Family favourites include mini golf, a spray pad, a greenhouse, petting zoo and pony rides. Explore the ponds by paddleboat in summer, or glide along an ice skating trail in winter. » MAP ID: 66 9050 Bramalea Rd. / 905.458.6555
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ELDORADO PARK A public recreation area since the early 1900s, Eldorado Park remains a popular place to fish, walk and relax along the banks of the Credit River, or swim in the outdoor pool. Please call for seasonal dates and hours of operation. » MAP ID: 67 8520 Creditview Rd. / 905.874.2860
Eldorado Park » @vivet.more
GAGE PARK
Brampton’s oldest park opened on Canada Day in 1903, after residents pitched in $1,054 to help buy the land.
Gage Park is easily recognizable, with its landmark gazebo, mature trees and magnificent flowers. In Brampton’s historic downtown, this is an excellent spot for a summer picnic or family fun in the play area and spray pad. In winter, Gage Park has the region’s loveliest outdoor ice-skating trail. » MAP ID: 70 Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. / 905.874.2665
The gazebo in Gage Park.
NORTON PLACE PARK A hidden gem for an urban getaway, Norton Place Park features a small lake tucked behind apartment buildings. Kids can chase the ducks and climb in the playground. » MAP ID: 72 / 170 Clark Blvd. / 905.874.5960
Norton Place Park » @passionate.lens
PROFESSOR’S LAKE PARK Experience a beach getaway without leaving the city! The beach and water features of Professor’s Lake Park make this one of Brampton’s most popular parks from June through September. Take a dip in the swim area or try canoeing, kayaking or paddle boarding. Call or visit the website to confirm dates and details. » MAP ID: 74 / 1660 North Park Dr. / 905.791.7751
Flex Your Muscle Find fitness equipment along the trails at Chinguacousy, Earnscliffe & Creditview parks.
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CONSERVATION AREAS CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA Popular among local hikers, cyclists and bird-watchers, nearly 850 acres of protected natural and forested land form a passive conservation area that’s alive with wildlife and wildflowers. Claireville encompasses wetlands, valleys, forests and grasslands along the west branch of the Humber River. Visitors are asked to please observe the list of permitted activities and respect trail rules and etiquette. » MAP ID: 62 / 8180 Regional Road 50, north of Steeles Ave. / 416.667.6295
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INDIAN LINE CAMPGROUND Enjoy an outdoor adventure with family and friends, whether your preference is a tent, trailer or RV camping holiday. This full-service campground is open seasonally. » MAP ID: 10 / 7625 Finch Ave West / 1.855.811.0111
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HEART LAKE CONSERVATION PARK Heart Lake Conservation Park is named after the shape of one of its two spring-fed, kettle lakes formed by glaciers more than 10,000 years ago. Located within the Etobicoke Creek watershed, these lands feature natural spaces as well as seasonal amenities like the Wild Wetland Splash Pad and Pool. Activities include hiking trails, fishing, picnic areas and a place to rent pedal and row boats. Âť MAP ID: 71 / 10818 Heart Lake Rd. / 416.667.6295
Learn to Fish! June 29 – July 7, 2019! Check website for details. No license required.
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Smart Hikes Use this link with your smartphone to follow a self-guided Tree Caching Trail: tctrca.ca/heart-lake-conservation-area
See plants and flowers used to preserve Anishnawbe Nation traditions at the Medicine Wheel Garden.
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TRAILS Hike, bike, walk, run or cross-country ski along one of Brampton’s four main trail systems offering over 33 kilometres of guided and paved pathways throughout the City. Look for wayfinding signs along your route, and plan time to stop for new discoveries and adventures.
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1 » ETOBICOKE CREEK TRAIL The Etobicoke Creek Trail — the longest trail in Brampton — extends nearly 17 kilometres between the City’s southern and northern boundaries. Following the creek through parks, urban forests and wildflower fields, this trail has few road interruptions, allowing for long and peaceful excursions. » MAP ID: 68 / Photo » @akamarpreet
2 » CHINGUACOUSY TRAIL The Chinguacousy Trail winds through several Brampton neighbourhoods, from Victoria Park in Bramalea extending 10 kilometres north to Dixie Road and Countryside Drive. While traveling this trail, you will visit a stretch of suburbs, green spaces and local urban attractions. » MAP ID: 61 58
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3 » DON DOAN TRAIL Running parallel to Chinguacousy Trail, the Don Doan Trail is a predominantly suburban trail that takes you through the east side of Bramalea neighbourhoods. Wayfinding signs navigate you approximately 11 kilometres north to Brampton’s popular beach and public swimming area, Professor’s Lake. » MAP ID: 65
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4 » ESKER LAKE TRAIL Taking you into some of the City’s most treasured parks, green spaces and conservation areas, the Esker Lake Trail showcases nature’s best. Plan a couple of hours or make a full day of it, with many options for activities en route, both urban and wild. » MAP ID: 69 / Photo » @dougyb64
5 » The colourful, artistic mural on the surface of the Franceschini Bridge is the first of its kind, unveiled by the City of Brampton in 2018. A once abandoned road crossing has been reimagined as trail link for cyclists and pedestrians, connecting the Esker Lake Trail across Highway 410, for safe and easy access.
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SPORTS & RECREATION Whether you’re here to play with a team or just looking to try your skills at something new, Brampton’s love of sports shines bright in great events and facilities.
WINNING WAYS No one cheers louder when it comes to youth sports! The Brampton Canadettes Girls Hockey Association’s Annual Easter Tournament (April 18 – 21, 2019) is the largest and longest-running female hockey competition in the world. Players on the Canadettes’ bench can always count on the roar of their hometown crowd.
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2019 SPORTS EVENTS Welcome to Brampton, athletes and families! APRIL 5 – 7
AUGUST 14 – 17
Ontario’s Women’s Hockey Provincial Championships owha.pointstreaksites.com
Horseshoe Canada Pitching Championships horseshoecanada.ca
APRIL 12 – 14
AUGUST 22 – 25
Girls U13 Ontario Cup Provincial Championships basketball.on.ca
Canadian Ultimate Mixed Championships canadianultimate.com
AUGUST 23 – 25 Men’s Ball Hockey Provincial Championships ontarioballhockey.ca
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52nd Canadettes Easter Tournament bramptoncanadettes.com
MAY 18 – 20 Canada Cup Floorball Championships floorballcanada.org
MAY 18 – 20 Ontario Field Lacrosse Provincial Championships ontariolacrosse.com
MAY 31 – JUNE 2 27th Annual John “Gus” McCauley Memorial Tournament bramptonlacrosse.ca
JULY 5 – 7 Bantam & Junior Provincial Championships ontarioballhockey.ca
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NOVEMBER 1 – 3 Cruisers Cup Para Ice Hockey Tournament cruisers-sports.com
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DECEMBER 27 – 30 48th Annual International Silver Stick Brampton Regional silverstick.org
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CAA CENTRE CAA Centre is a versatile sports and entertainment complex featuring four NHL rinks, including a 5,000-seat capacity venue for concerts, trade shows, events and championships. Grab a bite at the 250-seat restaurant, visit the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame, then see a home game of the Brampton Beast, East Coast Hockey League affiliate of the NHL’s Ottawa Senators. » MAP ID: 42 / 7575 Kennedy Rd. S. / 905.459.9340 / caacentre.com
PUBLIC SKATING RINKS Take part in a great Canadian winter activity at any one of Brampton’s outdoor skating rinks and trails. CHINGUACOUSY PARK SK ATE TRAIL
Ching Park » @recyclemikey
Take advantage of wintry days or evenings (until 10PM) to try Brampton’s longest outdoor skating trail. » MAP ID: 66 9050 Bramalea Rd. / 905.458.6555
GAGE PARK Enjoy a whimsical evening on a skating trail decked out in festive holiday lights.
Covered rink at Gore Meadows.
» MAP ID: 70 Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. 905.874.2000
MOUNT PLEASANT SQUARE The beautiful square in the Mount Pleasant Village community features an outdoor ice-skating rink each winter. » MAP ID: 84 80 Commuter Dr. / 905.840.4041
GORE MEADOWS COMMUNITY CENTRE Skate under the cool dome of Brampton’s newest covered outdoor ice rink. There’s a small entry fee, and times reserved for toddlers and beginners. 10150 The Gore Rd. / 905.874.3477
Mount Chinguacousy » @thatsga
SKIING, TUBING, SNOWBOARDING Mount Chinguacousy is your destination for fun winter sports. The hill is open late December through March, weather permitting. Entrance to the Ski Chalet is at the corner of Central Park Dr. and Bramalea Rd. TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA
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SKATE & BMX PARKS The City of Brampton maintains several skateboard and BMX parks, open daily 9AM – 10PM (weather and daylight permitting). Visit tourismbrampton.ca for complete listings.
HORSEBACK RIDING
Bring your bike!
CLAIREVILLE RANCH Enjoy a peaceful, guided trail ride through acres of natural forests or sign up for a lesson. » MAP ID: 63 8742 Claireville Conservation Rd. 905.794.0700 clairevilleranch.com
Claireville Ranch » @the_mbaman
CREDITVIEW STABLES One of Ontario’s best-known riding schools offers lessons and camps year round. Please note, recreational trail rides are not offered. 7734 Creditview Rd. / 905.451.8654 creditviewstables.ca
Make A Splash!
Trail ride.
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GOLF COURSES BRAMPTON GOLF CLUB Private, 18-hole course offers reciprocal privileges with others. 7700 Kennedy Rd. S. / 905.457.5700 bramptongolf.com
LIONHEAD GOLF & CONFERENCE CENTRE
STREETSVILLE GLENN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB A short, 18-hole, par-62 executive course popular for a quick round. 1876 Hallstone Rd. / 905.451.9325 golfstreetsvilleglen.com
TURNBERRY GOLF CLUB
Semi-private club with two championship courses.
Public, 18-hole, par-56 course set on challenging terrain.
8525 Mississauga Rd. / 905.455.8700 golflionhead.com
10100 Heart Lake Rd. / 905.500.4653 turnberrygolf.ca
PARKSHORE GOLF COURSE Ontario’s longest 9-hole facility, stretching over 3,600 yards. 7797 Goreway Dr. / 905.458.4433 parkshoregolfclub.ca
PEEL VILLAGE GOLF COURSE Challenging 9-hole course operated by the City of Brampton, set in a wildlife sanctuary. 29A Hartford Trail / 905.874.2995
DRIVING RANGES BRAMPTON GOLF RANGE 20 Edenbrook Hill Dr. / 905.450.8753
IRANGE TORONTO 7855 Finch Ave. W. irangetoronto.com
THE OLD PRO DRIVING RANGE 2055 Bovaird Dr. W. / 905.456.0072 theoldprodrivingrange.com
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ATTRACTIONS From rock climbing walls and trampoline parks, to survivor-style paintball and escape rooms, Brampton attractions have all your favourite games covered.
CLIMB ON Try a new challenge in Brampton and reach new heights. Here, local climbers test gravity at Toprock Climbing, the City’s first rock-climbing gym, and a recent addition to our vibrant games landscape.
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ATTRACTIONS Get your adrenaline flowing at these high-energy Brampton attractions designed for thrill-seekers and family fun. AEROSPORTS TRAMPOLINE PARK Family-friendly facilities take jumpers of all ages to new heights in this trampoline park that also features a climbing wall, foam pits, arcade games and a Toddler Zone for young ones. Spectators can enjoy lounge seating on the sidelines, big screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and healthy food choices at the Snack Shack. » MAP ID: 40 100 Westcreek Blvd. / 905.796.2376 aerosportsparks.ca/brampton
Aerosports Trampoline Park.
BATTLE ARCHERY Battle Archery puts a fun twist on classic games. Enjoy a slice of medieval life by playing Battle Archery, Nerf Wars or LARP: the real-life adventure board game! Play popular, top-rated games like Archery Tag or Archery Dodgeball, which have you dip, duck, dive, and dodge your way around an intricate course. » MAP ID: 41 8052 Torbram Rd. / 905.458.2285 battlearchery.com
Battle Archery » @chemiste27
FORMULA K ARTWAYS Experience the thrill and speed of motor sport racing in the safety of a controlled, indoor go-kart track. Call to book your race time. Drivers must be 13 years or older. » MAP ID: 43 79 Bramsteele Rd. / 905.459.1073 formulakartways.com 68
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GLOWZONE 360 GlowZone 360 features a challenging 18-hole, glow-in-the-dark mini golf course, a 4,000-sq.-ft. themed Laser Tag Arena and a large games arcade, all under one roof! Whether you bring family, friends, your sports team or a birthday party, enjoy a great experience you can return to again and again. » MAP ID: 44 7-9446 McLaughlin Rd. N. / 905.497.4569 glowzone360.com
Play games at GlowZone 360.
PAINTBALL NATION Take aim at Brampton’s outdoor paintball facility, open to the public Saturdays and Sundays from spring to fall. The space can also be booked for private events and parties for groups of 20 or more, any time and day of the week. » MAP ID: 45 / 7575 Kennedy Rd. S. 647.707.8476 / paintballnation.ca
Make a mark at Paintball Nation.
PERPLEXITY ESCAPE GAMES You and your friends will face funfilled challenges to free yourself and figure out how to find the exit. Each themed room presents your group with different scenarios to try to break out of, including an interrogation room, an eerie farmhouse, a brokendown elevator, and a creepy motel. » MAP ID: 46 / 2-56 Bramsteele Rd. 905.595.8583 / perplexity.ca
ROLLERPLEX ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE
Find the way out at Perplexity.
Brampton’s newest amusement complex offers fun on wheels! Get your groove on in the roller-rink or test your limits on the race car simulators to hit top speeds in luxury racing machines. If wheels aren’t your thing, there’s a karaoke room available for up to 16 guests. » MAP ID: 48 / 11-284 Orenda Rd. 905.450.8680 / rollerplex.ca Lace up at Rollerplex. TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA
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STRYKE TARGET RANGE Test your hand-eye coordination in this massive 10,000-sq.-ft. facility that features 12 short ranges for throwing axes and knives, as well as eight long ranges for archery and air guns. Get ready to take aim with a group of friends today by booking ahead. Stryke Target Range is a one-of-a-kind venue to celebrate a birthday or host a corporate teambuilding event with axe throwing, knife throwing, archery and air guns. » MAP ID: 50 / 5-240 Clarence St. / 1.855.478.7953 stryke.ca
@sonjavadori
TOPROCK CLIMBING Climb to great heights without leaving the city at Brampton’s first indoor rock climbing gym, opened in 2017. Toprock Climbing offers a wide variety of programs, lessons and activities suitable for family fun, firsttime climbers and experienced rock crushers alike. Look for owners Kevin Allen and Trevor Davis who share their passion for climbing through training, teaching pro techniques and friendly community socials. Toprock is open everyday and drop-ins are welcome! » MAP ID: 51 / 8-284 Orenda Rd. / 905.452.5444 toprockclimbing.ca
@lostboyfindings
TREETOP TREKKING BRAMPTON Zip, fly, climb and trek your way through a canopy of trees in the Heart Lake Conservation Area. You can unleash your sense of adventure at Treetop Trekking’s zip line and aerial game park in Brampton. Courses range from beginner to advanced, suitable for adults, teens and kids as young as nine (minimum 55 inches in height). Work your way through a series of obstacles from tree to tree, such as suspended bridges, swings and balance logs. Don’t miss the king of all zip line experiences: two 1,000-foot zip lines that cross right over the lake. The park’s regular season runs from early April to the end of October. Reservations are recommended. » MAP ID: 52 / 10818 Heart Lake Rd. / 905.970.0090 treetoptrekking.com/parks/brampton @dianita611 70
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Cheats & eats at Wildcard Board Game Cafe.
Take a dip at Wet’N’Wild waterpark.
WET’N’WILD TORONTO Canada’s newest waterpark is right here in Brampton: Wet’n’Wild Toronto opened in 2017 on the site of the former Wild Water Kingdom. The park has invested more than $25 million in new rides and attractions over 45 acres of water adventure. There’s fun for everyone, from Wet’n’Wild Junior, for the very young, to the Oh Canada! drop slide, for the very adventurous to free-fall down a near-vertical chute. You can also relax poolside, rent a VIP Cabana or just lounge by the wave pool. » MAP ID: 53 / 7855 Finch Ave. W. / 416.369.0123 / wetnwildtoronto.com
WILDCARD BOARD GAME CAFÉ This new café has stacks of board games available including favourites like Monopoly and Settlers of Catan, as well as the popular South Asian game Carrom. The menu includes comfort food that spans halal and vegan options, as well as unique treats like chocolate nachos and milkshakes. » MAP ID: 54 / 35 Main St. N. / 905.456.6449 / wildcardcafe.com
PLAYDIUM BRAMPTON Opening in the summer of 2019, this new 45,000-sq.-ft. entertainment complex is taking the place of the Cineplex Orion Gate Cinemas and is specially designed for young adults and families looking for a fun night out. The complex will have casual dining options, arcade video games and interactive activities, including virtual reality, bowling, rope courses and laser tag. The facility maintains a cinema screen, so movie lovers can always catch the latest blockbuster.
Coming Soon!
» MAP ID: 47 / 20 Biscayne Cres. / cineplex.com
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SHOP Take time to stroll through Brampton’s great stores and markets for everything from brand-name fashion to hand-made, local delicacies.
FIT YOUR STYLE TO A “T” As a member of Bramalea City Centre’s Style Squad, Brampton entrepreneur and fashion guru Daniel Lewis finds plenty of inspiration in the local shops to express his personal style. He’s also a retailer here, co-owner of the always-stylish T by Daniel teashop with wife, Renata. The newly expanded, two-level shopping centre features a mix of over 350 stores, restaurants and services.
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BRAMALEA CITY CENTRE Brampton’s largest enclosed shopping centre is a premier destination for top brands, with more than 350 stores and services.
You’ll love to linger at our seasonal markets to shop local, find one-of-a-kind artisan goods, and sample fresh food. It’s an entertaining way to spend a day.
» MAP ID: 80 / 25 Peel Centre Dr. bramaleacitycentre.ca
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DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON Stroll the heritage streets and lanes to find treasures in unique shops, jewelry boutiques, sweet shops and art studios, as you enjoy dynamic cafes and restaurants. » MAP ID: 83 / Queen and Main Streets downtownbramptonbia.ca
SHOPPERS WORLD BRAMPTON This is Brampton’s original shopping destination, home to 165 shops, services and retailers. » MAP ID: 81 / 499 Main St. S. shopswb.com
TRINITY COMMON This large outdoor mall, at the corner of Highway 410 and Bovaird Dr., features more than 60 bigbox retailers and popular stores. » MAP ID: 82 / 100 Great Lakes Dr.
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Brampton’s largest and longest-running outdoor market is unlike any other, bringing you the absolute best of what the region has to offer. More than 60 vendors provide Ontario-grown, fresh fruits, vegetables and artisan-crafted goods. Your shopping experience will be enhanced by great entertainment. » MAP ID: 83 / Saturdays: 7AM – 1PM June 15 – October 12
MOUNT PLEASANT VILLAGE MARKET Featuring Ontario-grown farm fresh produce and prepared foods that will complete your market feast. Come for the treats, stay for the experience. » MAP ID: 84 / Thursdays: 4PM – 8PM June 20 – October 10 Village Square, 100 Commuter Dr.
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COUNTRY MARKETS
PICK-YOUR-OWN FARMS
THE COUNTRY APPLE STORE
Produce available seasonally
Roadside market that sells locally sourced foods and produce including fresh apples, baked goods, and spiced apple cider.
THE BIG’R APPLE FARM Apples, strawberries, pumpkins, snow peas, squash and sweet peas.
8605 Heritage Rd. / 905.455.8202 alferriandsons.ca
THE APPLE FACTORY A staple, country grocer in Brampton, open year-round for farm fresh fruits, vegetables, treats, sweets and more! 10024 Mississauga Rd. / 905.846.3715 applefactory.com
PRINCE OF WALES COUNTRY MARKET This family-run market, open year round, prides itself on the quality of its products.
8674 Heritage Rd. / 647.929.5408 huttonville.com/bigrapplefarm
CARL LAIDLAW ORCHARDS Apples and pears. September to mid-October. 9496 Heritage Rd. / 905.456.2095 carllaidlaworchards.ca
SUNNY ACRE FARMS Raspberries, red and black currants and garlic. 9519 Winston Churchill Blvd. 905.876.5629 / sunnyacrefarms.com
2548 Embleton Rd. / 905.455.8136
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The Apple Factory » @rox_foto
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PLAN YOUR VISIT Welcome to Brampton! Use these travel resources to help plan your visit and find your way around our city.
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YOUR TRIP PLANNER GETTING HERE Brampton is just 15 minutes by limo, taxi or car from Toronto Pearson International Airport Brampton Transit Route 115 Airport Express bus runs from Terminal One to the Bramalea Terminal, near Bramalea City Centre bramptontransit.com / 905.874.2999
GETTING AROUND Use of seatbelts and child car seats are mandatory in Canada
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Speed limits are 50 km/h (30 mph) on streets, and 100 km/h (60 mph) on highways, unless posted otherwise Our currency is the Canadian dollar Denominations under $5 are coins: $1 is known as a “loonie”, and $2 a “toonie”
VISITORS TO CANADA PASS
For visa, travel and tourist information, be sure to visit: goingtocanada.gc.ca
To find out if you need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to visit or transit through Canada visit: cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp
You must be age 19 or older to purchase or consume alcohol or cannabis in Ontario
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Smoking is not permitted in public Please smoke only in designated areas Don’t travel with cannabis! While use is legal and regulated for adults, it remains illegal to transport cannabis across the Canadian border
DAY TRIPS BLUE MOUNTAINS NORTH - 90 mins
DOWNTOWN TORONTO EAST - 40 mins
ELORA GORGE WEST - 60 mins
NIAGARA FALLS SOUTH - 90 mins
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I’ll get there by bus. Free Wi-Fi at all our major terminals. Because paying for data while you plan your trip is so yesterday. We get it. Get there in the know. Get there by bus.
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LOCAL TRANSPORTATION Brampton Transit is a pay-as-you-board transit system that offers service throughout the City and connections to surrounding areas. Get there by bus safely, on time and in comfort.
Fares Pay with cash (exact change please) or PRESTO, a reusable smart card available at all terminals.
Find schedules, maps and real-time resources online.
BramptonTransit.com TRANSIT TERMINALS
ZÜM
Bramalea Terminal
Züm is Brampton Transit’s bus rapid transit (BRT) service. Hop on any of the five routes.
160 Central Park Dr.
Brampton Gateway Terminal 501 Main St. S.
Downtown Terminal 8 Nelson St. W.
Trinity Common Terminal 164 Great Lakes Blvd.
GO TRANSIT
Züm Queen Downtown Terminal to York University
Züm Main Sandalwood Parkway to the Mississauga City Centre Terminal
Züm Steeles Lisgar GO Station to Humber College
Three GO Train Stations on the Toronto-Kitchener GO rail corridor serve Brampton.
Züm Bovaird
1.888.GET.ON.GO (438.6646) TTY 1.800.387.3652 gotransit.com
Züm Queen West
Mount Pleasant GO Station to Malton GO Station Downtown Terminal to Mount Pleasant GO Station
Bramalea GO Station 1713 Steeles Ave.
Brampton GO Station 31 Church St. W.
Mount Pleasant GO Station 1600 Bovaird Dr. W.
VIA RAIL Brampton Station 31 Church St. W. (downtown) 1.888.842.7245 / TTY 1.800.268.9503 viarail.ca
Transit Tips Get real-time bus information using nextride.brampton.ca on your smart phone or scan this code. Cash fare is $4 or buy a PRESTO card at a Brampton Transit terminal for discounts. Use Triplinx.ca to plan trips in and around Brampton.
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WHERE TO STAY Comfort Inn Brampton » MAP ID: 1 5 Rutherford Rd. S. / 905.452.0600
Courtyard By Marriott » MAP ID: 2 90 Biscayne Cres. / 905.455.9000
Days Inn Brampton » MAP ID: 3 260 Queen St. E. / 905.457.8880
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott » MAP ID: 4 150 Westcreek Blvd. / 905.874.7177
Hampton Inn By Hilton Brampton » MAP ID: 5 8710 The Gore Rd. / 905.488.4888
Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/Brampton
Home 2 Suites By Hilton Toronto Brampton » MAP ID: 8 200 Steelwell Rd. / 905.216.1464
Marigold Hotel » MAP ID: 11 226 Queen St. E. / 905.451.6000
Monte Carlo Inn Brampton » MAP ID: 12 45 Coventry Rd. / 905.453.5200
Motel 6 Toronto-Brampton » MAP ID: 13 160 Steelwell Rd. / 905.451.3313
Park Inn By Radisson Brampton » MAP ID: 14 150 Nexus Ave. / 905.230.5858
Quality Inn & Suites
» MAP ID: 6 2648 Steeles Ave. E. / 905.595.5151
» MAP ID: 15 30 Clark Blvd. / 905.454.1300
Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/ Brampton West
Indian Line Campground
» MAP ID: 9 200 Steelwell Rd. / 905.216.4104
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
» MAP ID: 10 7625 Finch Ave. W. / 905.678.1233
Sheridan College Residences » MAP ID: 16 7897 Mclaughlin Rd. / 905.874.4393
» MAP ID: 7 10 Nevets Rd. / 905.791.7433
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