The Peel Region Record

Carolyn Parrish

Mayor · seen 2020-03-12 to 2026-05-21 · served 2018–2022, 2022–2026

326substantive motions movedof 78 meetings the minutes record them at
63procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
206substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
5meetings recorded absentof 78 they were on the record for
130–16recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample

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Regional Council May 28, 2026
That all new growth-related capital procurements for water and wastewater be paused effective June 11, 2026 until a sufficient commitment of funding is received, to be ratified by Regional Council at its next meeting.
For · 19–5 · Carried
Regional Council April 23, 2026
Whereas The Regional Municipality of Peel (Peel) currently operates the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA); And whereas, In September 2025, Regional Council passed a motion (Resolution #2025-685) to initiate…
For · 20–3 · Carried
Regional Council January 22, 2026
Whereas, the housing crisis continues to impact Ontario as well as the Region of Peel and it’s three lower tier municipalities;
For · 23–1 · Carried
Regional Council Budget December 11, 2025
Whereas in 2026 Peel Region is increasing its budget by approximately 9.2 percent resulting in a significant property tax increase;
For · 13–11 · Carried
Regional Council October 23, 2025
That the motion regarding the extension of the development charge deferral and grant program to those residential developments for which a plan of subdivision was registered prior to January 29, 2025, municipal…
Against · 8–16 · Lost
Regional Council September 25, 2025
That Staff undertake public consultation in regards to the ownership of PAMA and return to Regional Council in Q1 2026 for a decision on the future and ownership of PAMA In Favour (6): Councillor Brar, Councillor Early…
Against · 6–18 · Lost
Regional Council September 25, 2025
Whereas The Regional Municipality of Peel (“Peel”) operates the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (“PAMA”); Council Minutes 282 And whereas, the City of Brampton, the City of Mississauga, and the Town of Caledon…
For · 20–4 · Carried
Regional Council June 26, 2025
Whereas the growing number of homeless encampments in the City of Brampton is a complex problem that requires collaborative efforts from all levels of government and community partners;
Against · 11–10 · Carried
Regional Council March 20, 2025
Whereas on October 13, 1994 Regional Council decided that the responsibility for waste collection would be transferred to the Region of Peel from the City of Mississauga and the City of Brampton;
For · 24–0 · Carried
Regional Council December 7, 2023
That section 4.4.4 of Procedure By-law 27-2022, as amended, be waived to permit consideration of a motion arising from a delegation.
For · 15–8 · Lost
Regional Council December 7, 2023
That section 5.12.2 of Procedure By-law 27-2022, as amended, be waived to permit consideration of a motion without previous notice.
Against · 12–12 · Lost
Regional Council Budget November 30, 2023
the Region of Peel with the Hazel McCallion Act (Bill 112) will be transferring its services to the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the Town of Caledon;
Against · 9–15 · Deferred
Regional Council July 6, 2023
That the 2023 Early Years and Child Care gross revenues and expenditures be increased by $15,269,685 to reflect the receipt of additional funding from the Ministry of Education, with no net budget impact to Peel Region;
For · 17–6 · Carried
Regional Council July 6, 2023
That the report listed as Item 13.2 on the July 6, 2023 Regional Council agenda be
Against · 8–16 · Lost
Regional Council June 22, 2023
That the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, write a letter to the Premier of Ontario to request immediate confirmation that the Peel Regional Police remain as a single entity and the Ontario Provincial…
For · 16–8 · Carried
Regional Council March 23, 2023
That the motion to implement a Welcoming Streets pilot program in Cooksville, Malton and Port Credit, be
For · 16–8 · Carried
Regional Council January 12, 2023
That the closed session direction given to the Commissioner of Public Works related to the confidential report listed as item 22.3, on the January 12, 2023 Regional Council agenda, be
Against · 11–13 · Lost
Regional Council May 26, 2022
That the report listed as In Camera item 22.2, titled “Proposed Property Acquisition - City of Brampton Ward 6", on the May 26, 2022 Regional Council agenda be
For · 8–7 · Carried
Regional Council January 13, 2022
That the In Camera items listed as 24.2 and 24.3 on the January 13, 2022 Regional Council agenda, be received. In Favour (12): Councillor Carlson, Councillor Crombie, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor…
For · 8–5 · Lost
Regional Council Budget December 2, 2021
Whereas the pandemic has caused the use of food banks to almost double over the past 18 months; And whereas, the residents and businesses in the Region of Peel have risen to the challenge, providing food and funding…
For · 12–0 · Carried
Regional Council Budget December 2, 2021
That the salary portion of the 2022 Regional Budget which includes a 1.75 per cent non-union salary band adjustment, be approved.
For · 11–0 · Carried
Regional Council Budget December 2, 2021
That the 2022 Operating Budget at a total value of $2,743,129,278 as set out in Summary I of the 2022 Consolidated Operating and Capital Budget, attached as Appendix II to the report of the Chief Financial Officer…
For · 11–1 · Carried
Regional Council October 14, 2021
That Resolution 2020-1125, from the December 17, 2020 Regional Council meeting, and the enactment of By-law 83-2020 as it relates to section 2, be reconsidered: “2.
For · 10–4 · Lost
Regional Council October 14, 2021
That the pending motion, listed as item 22.1 on the October 14, 2021 Regional Council agenda, be
Against · 5–9 · Lost
Regional Council October 14, 2021
That the pending motion be amended to include the following paragraph: “And further, that the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to engage a consultant by direct negotiation, with the advice of the Regional…
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council October 14, 2021
That a third-party consultant be hired to review the role of the Chair regarding a full time versus part time role and a comparison with other Regions, including compensation .
Against · 5–9 · Lost
Regional Council September 9, 2021
That section 7.2.2 of Procedure By-law 56-2019, as amended, which requires that, with certain exceptions, recorded votes be conducted for all motions at Regional Council meetings, be waived when a meeting is held…
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the following matters listed on the July 8, 2021 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 12.1, 12.2, 12.3, 12.4, 12.5, 12.6, 13.1, 13.2, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4…
For · 15–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the In Camera report listed as item 7.1 on the July 8, 2021 Regional Council agenda titled “Automated School Bus Stop Arm Camera – Program Implementation and Processing Centre Recommendations”, as redacted, be…
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
Whereas the safety of students in Peel Region is of paramount concern; And whereas, Peel Regional Council recognizes the need to work collaboratively with its community partners to support and increase safety…
For · 15–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the motion as presented be amended to reinstate the struck-out paragraph: “And further, that should BusPatrol Inc. be unable or unwilling to enter into an agreement with the Region for the “Modified BusPatrol…
For · 7–8 · Lost
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That section 5.4.4 of Procedure By-law 56-2019, as amended, be waived to permit consideration of a motion arising from a delegation.
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the report of the Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Committee (DEAR- 2/2021) meeting held on June 17, 2021, be adopted.
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the changes to the service delivery model for emergency shelters as described in the report of the Commissioner of Human Services, listed on the July 8, 2021 Regional Council agenda titled “Transform Service…
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the proposed approach to prioritizing need and policy recommendations described in the report of the Commissioner of Human Services, listed on the July 8, 2021 Regional Council agenda titled “Housing Service…
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the request of the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) for a National Action Summit on Islamophobia, to be hosted by the Canadian Government convening leaders from all levels of government to chart a path…
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council July 8, 2021
That the Request for Proposal 2019-287P to Design, Build, Operate and Maintain the Peel Renewable Natural (RNG) Centre (the “Request for Proposal”) be cancelled in accordance with its terms;
For · 13–0 · Carried
Regional Council June 24, 2021
That the Peel-Conservation Authority (Peel-CA) Climate Change Performance Measurement System be endorsed as an additional tool to support the Peel-CA annual budget review process;
For · 14–0 · Carried
Regional Council June 24, 2021
That the 2022 Budget be developed to ensure the long term sustainability of services and demonstrate respect for the taxpayer, as outlined in the report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate…
For · 15–0 · Carried
Regional Council June 24, 2021
That the Region of Peel provide support for the expansion of the Canada HomeShare Pilot program in Peel as described in the report from the Commissioner of Human Services, listed on the June 24, 2021 Regional Council…
For · 15–0 · Carried

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (5)

Regional Council Policies and Procedures CommitteeSeptember 19, 2024
Interim Period Approvals CommitteeAugust 18, 2022
Regional CouncilJune 23, 2022
Regional CouncilJuly 9, 2020
Regional CouncilMay 28, 2020

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 326)

That the contract (Document # 2021-182N) previously awarded to Neptune Technology Group for the supply of water meter hardware and related services, be extended for a 36-month period commencing on January 1, 2027 and ending December 31, 2029, in the estimated amount of $14,000,000 (excluding applicable taxes), pursuant to Procurement By-law 45-2023, as amended; and That the Commissioner of Public
Regional Council, June 11, 2026 · Carried
That the agenda for the May 28, 2026 Regional Council meeting include an Item of Other Business from Councillor Dasko, regarding Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area – Birth of a New Landscape, to be dealt with under Other Business – Item 19.1; and That the Notice of Motion listed as Item 7.1.1 titled, “Motion Regarding Restoring the Lakeview Pier”, on the May 28, 2026 Regional Council meeting age
Regional Council, May 28, 2026 · Deferred
That the delegation listed as Item 8.9 on the May 28, 2026 Regional Council agenda, be
Regional Council, May 28, 2026 · Referred
That the staff presentation listed as Item 9.2 on the May 28, 2026 Regional Council agenda, be
Regional Council, May 28, 2026 · Referred
Whereas, the housing crisis continues to impact Ontario as well as the Region of Peel and its three lower tier municipalities; And whereas, The Regional Municipality of Peel introduced a development charge deferral and grant program by Resolution 2025-495 for certain residential developments, which included a 50% reduction of the Region development charges (the “Program”); And whereas, Regional Co
Regional Council, May 28, 2026 · Referred
1. That the agenda for the May 28, 2026 Regional Council meeting include an Item of Other Business from Councillor Dasko, regarding Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area – Birth of a New Landscape, to be dealt with under Other Business – Item 19.1; and 2. That the Notice of Motion listed as Item 7.1.1 titled, “Motion Regarding Restoring the Lakeview Pier”, on the May 28, 2026 Regional Council meeti
Regional Council, May 28, 2026 · Deferred
Council Minutes 194 Whereas, the housing crisis continues to impact Ontario as well as the Region of Peel and its three lower tier municipalities; And whereas, The Regional Municipality of Peel introduced a development charge deferral and grant program by Resolution 2025-495 for certain residential developments, which included a 50% reduction of the Region development charges (the “Program”); And
Regional Council, May 28, 2026 · Referred
the Lakeview Pier will be a landmark tourist attraction for the entire Region of Peel – attracting local residents and tourists to the waterfront; And whereas, Lakeview, the City of Mississauga and the Province of Ontario have each pledged 25% of the total cost or approximately $30 million each; And whereas, the Chair of the Region of Peel has provided letters to the Province expressing his “enthu
Regional Council, May 14, 2026 · Lost
Whereas the Lakeview Pier will be a landmark tourist attraction for the entire Region of Peel – attracting local residents and tourists to the waterfront; And whereas, Lakeview, the City of Mississauga and the Province of Ontario have each pledged 25% of the total cost or approximately $30 million each; And whereas, the Chair of the Region of Peel has provided letters to the Province expressing hi
Regional Council, May 14, 2026 · Lost
That the following matters listed on the Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 9.1, 10.1, 11.1, 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 15.5, 15.8, 17.1, 22.1, 22.2, 22.3, and 22.6.
Regional Council, April 23, 2026 · Carried
That the contract (Document 2026-123N) for the provision of Dundas Street Shelter Operator Services, be awarded to The Governing Council of the Salvation Army in Canada (Salvation Army), for the period commencing on May 1, 2026 up to June 30, 2027, in the estimated amount of $3,373,072 (excluding applicable taxes), subject to available budget and pursuant to Procurement By-law 45-2023, as amended;
Regional Council, April 23, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, listed on the April 23, 2026 Regional Council agenda titled “2025 Capital Financial Triannual Performance Report as of December 31, 2025 (Unaudited)”, be endorsed; and That the Docksteader Paramedic Reporting Station (Project 21-7809), and the Speakman Paramedic Reporting Station Design Phase (Project 24-7809),
Regional Council, April 23, 2026 · Carried
That the report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, listed on the April 23, 2026 Regional Council agenda titled “2025 Operating Financial Triannual Performance Report – Year End (Unaudited)”, be endorsed; and That the transfer of $6,599,925 from the 2025 surplus in tax supported Peel Region services, to the Tax Rate Supported Stabilization Reserve, be approved; a
Regional Council, April 23, 2026 · Carried
That the Commissioner of Public Works be delegated authority to extend the Traffic Signal Operations and Maintenance Service Agreements with the City of Brampton and City of Mississauga, and the Streetlighting Operations and Maintenance Service Agreements with the City of Brampton, City of Mississauga and Town of Caledon, until July 1, 2027 on business terms and conditions satisfactory to the Comm
Regional Council, April 23, 2026 · Carried
1. That the contract (Document 2026-123N) for the provision of Dundas Street Shelter Operator Services, be awarded to The Governing Council of the Salvation Army in Canada (Salvation Army), for the period commencing on May 1, 2026 up to June 30, 2027, in the estimated amount of $3,373,072 (excluding applicable taxes), subject to available budget and pursuant to Procurement By-law 45-2023, as amend
Regional Council, April 23, 2026 · Carried
Whereas The Regional Municipality of Peel (Peel) currently operates the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA); And whereas, In September 2025, Regional Council passed a motion (Resolution #2025-685) to initiate the transfer of ownership and operations of the complex of buildings known as PAMA, along with the museum and art gallery collections, (excluding Archives) from Peel Region to the Ci
Regional Council, April 23, 2026 · Carried
the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at the Region of Peel are saddened to learn of the passing of Derek Hannah; And whereas, Derek joined the Region of Peel in 1988, working in construction and operator roles in Water and Wastewater – Public Works; And whereas, Derek was known for his dedication, his good humour, as someone who took pride in the quality of his work for Peel R
Regional Council, April 9, 2026 · Carried
Whereas the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at the Region of Peel are saddened to learn of the passing of Derek Hannah; And whereas, Derek joined the Region of Peel in 1988, working in construction and operator roles in Water and Wastewater – Public Works; And whereas, Derek was known for his dedication, his good humour, as someone who took pride in the quality of his work fo
Regional Council, April 9, 2026 · Carried
the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at the Region of Peel are saddened to learn of the passing of Lisa Carroll; And whereas, Lisa Carroll joined the Region of Peel in February 2018 and has been a dedicated member as a Human Services - Finance Business Partner, supporting Income Support; And whereas, Lisa Carroll was known for her warm smile, kindness, and her willingness to a
Regional Council, March 26, 2026 · Carried
That Resolution Number 2026-59, approved at the January 22, 2026 Regional Council meeting, be reopened as it relates to clauses 5 and 6 to amend the date.
Regional Council, March 26, 2026 · Carried
Regional Council by Resolution 2026-59 expanded the eligibility criteria for developments for three bedroom purpose built rentals until November 13, 2026; And whereas, Regional Council by Resolution 2026-59 expanded the eligibility criteria until November 13, 2026 for developments for all purpose built rental units of one bedroom plus den and two bedrooms, if construction started before the end of
Regional Council, March 26, 2026 · Referred
Whereas the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at the Region of Peel are saddened to learn of the passing of Lisa Carroll; And whereas, Lisa Carroll joined the Region of Peel in February 2018 and has been a dedicated member as a Human Services - Finance Business Partner, supporting Income Support; And whereas, Lisa Carroll was known for her warm smile, kindness, and her willingn
Regional Council, March 26, 2026 · Carried
Whereas Regional Council by Resolution 2026-59 expanded the eligibility criteria for developments for three bedroom purpose built rentals until November 13, 2026; And whereas, Regional Council by Resolution 2026-59 expanded the eligibility criteria until November 13, 2026 for developments for all purpose built rental units of one bedroom plus den and two bedrooms, if construction started before th
Regional Council, March 26, 2026 · Referred
That item 13.1 be deferred to the February 26, 2026 Regional Council meeting.
Regional Council, February 12, 2026 · Carried
That item 20.5 be referred to staff to report back on the financial implications at the March 26, 2026 Regional Council meeting.
Regional Council, February 12, 2026 · Carried
the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at the Region of Peel are saddened to learn of the passing of Brad McDonald; And whereas, Brad McDonald joined the Region of Peel in 2003 and served as a dedicated member of Peel’s Operation Support as Manager of Fleet, Facilities, and Inventory Services; And whereas, Brad McDonald was instrumental in the construction and expansion of many
Regional Council, January 22, 2026 · Carried
Whereas, the housing crisis continues to impact Ontario as well as the Region of Peel and it’s three lower tier municipalities; And whereas, the Development Charge reduction passed on June 26, 2025 – taking effect July 10, 2025 which has not allowed sufficient time for an appreciable increase in permits; And whereas the conditions added to the motion passed on December 11, 2025 are in Bill 45 and
Regional Council, January 22, 2026 · Carried
Whereas the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council and staff at the Region of Peel are saddened to learn of the passing of Brad McDonald; And whereas, Brad McDonald joined the Region of Peel in 2003 and served as a dedicated member of Peel’s Operation Support as Manager of Fleet, Facilities, and Inventory Services; And whereas, Brad McDonald was instrumental in the construction and expansion
Regional Council, January 22, 2026 · Carried
That the 2026 Operating Budget for Property Tax and Utility Rate Supported Services, at a total value of $4,313,866,345 outlined in Appendix II of the report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, listed on the December 11, 2025 Regional Council Budget agenda titled “2026 Operating and Capital Budget”, be approved; and That the necessary by-law to apportion the $1,8
Regional Council Budget, December 11, 2025 · Carried
1. That the 2026 Operating Budget for Property Tax and Utility Rate Supported Services, at a total value of $4,313,866,345 outlined in Appendix II of the report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, listed on the December 11, 2025 Regional Council Budget agenda titled “2026 Operating and Capital Budget”, be approved; and 2. That the necessary by-law to apportion th
Regional Council Budget, December 11, 2025 · Carried
That the following motions, listed on the December 4, 2025 Regional Council Budget agenda, be
Regional Council Budget, December 4, 2025 · Deferred
residents of all income levels across Peel Region face an unprecedented housing affordability crisis that requires immediate and coordinated action across all levels of government; And whereas, Peel Region has identified a portfolio of 14 affordable housing development sites that could yield approximately 2,822 new affordable, supportive, and transitional rental units across the three municipaliti
Regional Council Budget, November 27, 2025 · Carried
Regional Council Budget Minutes 26 Whereas residents of all income levels across Peel Region face an unprecedented housing affordability crisis that requires immediate and coordinated action across all levels of government; And whereas, Peel Region has identified a portfolio of 14 affordable housing development sites that could yield approximately 2,822 new affordable, supportive, and transitional
Regional Council Budget, November 27, 2025 · Carried
That the following matters listed on the Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 12.1, 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 14.1, 17.1, 17.3, 17.4, 17.5, 18.1, 18.2, 18.3, 18.4, 18.5, 18.6, 18.7, 18.8, 22.1, 22.2, 22.3, and 22.4.
Regional Council, September 25, 2025 · Carried
That the Director of Housing Services be granted authority to enter into and execute agreements, including extensions and amendments thereto, with community and similar agencies for the provision of social services and/or other associated supports for asylum claimants housed at asylum claimant locations, provided that such agreements, extensions and amendments are at no cost to Peel Region; and Th
Regional Council, September 25, 2025 · Carried
That the Affordable Transit Program (ATP) introduce a 50 per cent discount on single fares to remove barriers for qualified residents with low incomes, and serve more residents within the current program budget; and That a 50 per cent discount be applied to youth fares (ages 13-19) to reduce ATP program costs and improve transit affordability and accessibility for young people; and That ATP be exp
Regional Council, September 25, 2025 · Carried
That the amendment to Corporate Policy Number B00-2-01 Land Acquisition & Land Inventory Management attached as Appendix I to the report of the Commissioner of Human Services, listed on the September 25, 2025 Regional Council Agenda titled “Policy Amendment to Provide Below-Market Rate Rent for Not-for-Profit Organizations Leasing Regional Properties”, be approved.
Regional Council, September 25, 2025 · Carried
That the contract (Document 2025-345N) for the Supply of Teranet Xchange Delivery System and Mapping be awarded to Teranet Enterprises for one firm five-year contract term, in the estimated amount of $661,920 (excluding applicable taxes),, in accordance with Procurement By-law 45-2023, as amended; and That the Director of Procurement be authorized to renew the contract for a further five-year term
Regional Council, September 25, 2025 · Carried
That the 2026 Regional Council and Committee meeting schedule attached as Appendix I to the report of the Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services, listed on the September 25, 2025 Regional Council agenda titled “2026 Regional Council and Committee Meeting Schedule”, be approved, subject to such further meetings that may be called or rescheduled, in accordance with the Region of
Regional Council, September 25, 2025 · Carried
That staff be directed to proceed with the proposed direction, as set out in the report of the Commissioner of Public Works, listed on the September 25, 2025 Regional Council agenda, titled “TransHelp Service Delivery Review”.
Regional Council, September 25, 2025 · Carried

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