Regional Council

That the minutes of the July 6, 2023 Regional Council meeting, be approved.

That the agenda for the September 14, 2023 Regional Council meeting include a delegation from Rahul Mehta, Founder, Sustainable Mississauga and Co-Founder, Stop Sprawl Peel, regarding delegation 7.3 from the Mississauga Food Bank, staff report 9.2 “Reducing Health-related Impacts of Climate Change”, communication 14.3 from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing”, and motion 20.2 regarding Delivery and Funding of Active Transportation Programs in the Region of Peel, to be dealt with under Delegations – Item 7.5; and That the agenda for the September 14, 2023 Regional Council meeting include an email from Daphna Nussbaum, Program Coordinator and Analyst, Peel Alliance to End Homelessness, providing a copy of a letter to the Transition Board requesting clarity on roles and responsibilities for service providers that support people experiencing homelessness, to be dealt with under Items Related to Human Services – Item 12.3; and That the agenda for the September 14, 2023 Regional Council meeting be approved, as amended.

That the following matters listed on the September 14, 2023 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6, 11.1, 12.1, 12.2, 12.3, 14.1, 14.2, 14.3, 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4, 16.1, 16.2, 16.3, 17.1, 17.2, 18.1, 22.1, and 22.2.

That the contract for the Emergency Response Vehicle Conversions for Peel Regional Paramedic Services (Document 2019-137P) awarded to Rowland Emergency Vehicle Products be increased in the amount of $500,000 (excluding applicable taxes) for a revised contract amount of $881,770, pursuant to Procurement By-law 30-2018, as amended; and That subject to budget availability, the Commissioner of Health Services and/or the Director of Procurement be authorized to purchase additional items and services that are deemed proprietary or similar in nature to address future requirements through a direct negotiation for the remaining optional terms, whole contract expiring July 21, 2026.

That the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, write to the federal Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness requesting: a contribution agreement to March 31, 2026 that includes the full funding amount originally allocated to Peel Region from the federal Building Safer Communities Fund program; and flexibility to carry over unspent funds or move funds between fiscal periods; and that a copy of the letter to Public Safety Canada be sent to Peel-area Members of Parliament; and That in the absence of an agreement with Public Safety Canada beyond September 30, 2024, that Peel Region provide gap funding to the end of December 31, 2024, estimated at $0.7 million to $0.9 million funded from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve, to enable community agencies to plan programming that can continue uninterrupted until a new accountable entity (or entities) assumes accountability for the program beginning January 1, 2025.

That the $2 million temporary funding for food security be presented for consideration as permanent base funding in the 2024 budget; and That funding to the Community Investment Program be increased for consideration in the 2024 budget by a further $3 million to address increased demand and inflation within the non-profit sector, continuing demand in food security as well as programs supporting black and indigenous serving organizations; and That a one-time increase in the Community Investment Program, Capacity Fund of $1.1 million, to be funded within the approved 2023 Community Investment and Income Support operating budgets, be approved.

That the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, write a letter to the Minister of Long-Term Care to advocate for adequate provincial funding and increased financing for public and private non-profit long-term care homes, as well as a review of the existing funding formula; and That a copy of the letter be forwarded to Peel-area Members of Provincial Parliament, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario.

That the contract (Document 2018-684T) for the Supply and Delivery of Janitorial Supplies and Dispensers awarded to Corporate Express Canada o/a Staples Advantage Canada be extended for a 12-month term in the estimated amount of $700,000 (excluding applicable taxes); and That approval be granted to extend the contract for one additional 12-month term, subject to satisfactory performance, approved budget and price (escalated in accordance with the terms of the contract); and That the Director of Procurement be authorized to increase the value of the contract as required based on actual quantities and usage.

That the report of the Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Committee (DEAR-2/2023) meeting held on June 29, 2023, be adopted.

That the report of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee (WMSAC-4/2023) meeting held on September 7, 2023, be adopted.

violence against women is a Canadian public health crisis that demands urgent action; And whereas, one in four women experience domestic violence in their lifetime. One woman or girl is killed every other day, on average, somewhere in our country; And whereas, the most dangerous time for a victim of abuse is when she separates from her partner. According to research from the US Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, when there is a history of coercive control, violence and a recent separation, a woman’s risk of domestic homicide goes up 900 times; And whereas, the current Canadian court system is not equipped to protect women. According to the National Judicial Institute, there is no mandatory education for Judges on domestic violence; And whereas, according to Article 19 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, children must be protected from “all forms of physical or mental violence, injury or abuse, neglect or negligent treatment, maltreatment or exploitation, including sexual abuse, while in the care of parent(s), legal guardian(s) or any other person who has care of the child.” Our current family justice system often fails our children in this regard; And whereas, custody disputes are an additional risk factor and each year in Canada about 30 children are killed by a parent. As reported by the Canadian Domestic Homicide Prevention Initiative, recent separation and domestic violence are the two biggest risk factors for domestic violence related child homicides

Peel Region is facing a humanitarian crisis with Asylum Claimants from Africa; And whereas, Peel has had to turn away those seeking shelter space for the first time in our history; And whereas, the Peel Region shelter system is at 250 per cent capacity; And whereas, Peel is home to the largest airport in Canada and was not a recipient of the recent funding announcement for Toronto; Therefore be it resolved: That Peel Region request immediate help for these Asylum Claimants from the governments of Canada and Ontario; That Peel Council write a letter, signed by the three Mayors and Regional Chair, to the Immigration Minister and Finance Minister; and That the letter be copied to the FCM and AMO.

the Sustainable Transportation Strategy (STS), approved by Regional Council in February 2018, sets a goal of a 50 per cent sustainable mode share by 2041; And whereas, the Region of Peel unanimously passed a motion on April 8, 2021 (Resolution 2021-338) to advance Sustainable Active Mobility and work collaboratively with lower-tier municipalities and community advocates to improve the active transportation network across the Region; And whereas, the Region of Peel has provided financial support for programs to promote and encourage active transportation, including Community Cycling Programs, Bike the Creek, School Bike Rack Program, Bike Month activities, community bike hubs and pop-ups, training and mentorship programs, and more, which benefit all residents across the Region; And whereas, these programs have demonstrated their effectiveness at increasing cycling as a transportation mode share, encouraging an active lifestyle by incorporating cycling into recreational and utilitarian daily routines thereby increasing overall levels of physical activity, health and wellbeing, and increasing accessibility to affordable transportation options; And whereas, these programs are run by non-profit organizations funded by the Region with matching grants form other levels of government and face immediate uncertainty during the transition period; Now therefore be it resolved: That sufficient staff and funding resources be brought forward for consideration in the annual budget, to ensure

That Council proceed into "closed session” to consider a report relating to the following: Bill 112 Impacts (Labour relations or employee negotiations)

That Council move out of "closed session".

That the update provided in the Closed Session Report of the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, listed on the September 14, 2023, Regional Council agenda titled “Bill 112 Impacts”, be endorsed; and That this recommendation become public upon adoption.

That By-law 42-2023 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on September 14, 2023, and to authorize the execution of documents in accordance with the Region of Peel by-laws relating thereto, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.

That the following matters listed on the September 14, 2023 Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, Council Minutes 264 10.6, 11.1, 12.1, 12.2, 12.3, 14.1, 14.2, 14.3, 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4, 16.1, 16.2, 16.3, 17.1, 17.2, 18.1, 22.1, and 22.2.

Council Minutes 265 1. That the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, write to the federal Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness requesting: a. a contribution agreement to March 31, 2026 that includes the full funding amount originally allocated to Peel Region from the federal Building Safer Communities Fund program; and b. flexibility to carry over unspent funds or move funds between fiscal periods; and c. that a copy of the letter to Public Safety Canada be sent to Peel-area Members of Parliament; and 2. That in the absence of an agreement with Public Safety Canada beyond September 30, 2024, that Peel Region provide gap funding to the end of December 31, 2024, estimated at $0.7 million to $0.9 million funded from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve, to enable community agencies to plan programming that can continue uninterrupted until a new accountable entity (or entities) assumes accountability for the program beginning January 1, 2025.

Council Minutes 267 1. That the $2 million temporary funding for food security be presented for consideration as permanent base funding in the 2024 budget; and 2. That funding to the Community Investment Program be increased for consideration in the 2024 budget by a further $3 million to address increased demand and inflation within the non-profit sector, continuing demand in food security as well as programs supporting black and indigenous serving organizations; and 3. That a one-time increase in the Community Investment Program, Capacity Fund of $1.1 million, to be funded within the approved 2023 Community Investment and Income Support operating budgets, be approved.

1. That the Regional Chair, on behalf of Regional Council, write a letter to the Minister of Long-Term Care to advocate for adequate provincial funding and increased financing for public and private non-profit long- term care homes, as well as a review of the existing funding formula; and 2. That a copy of the letter be forwarded to Peel-area Members of Provincial Parliament, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario. Council Minutes 269

Whereas violence against women is a Canadian public health crisis that demands urgent action; And whereas, one in four women experience domestic violence in their lifetime. One woman or girl is killed every other day, on average, somewhere in our country; And whereas, the most dangerous time for a victim of abuse is when she separates from her partner. According to research from the US Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, when there is a history of coercive control, Council Minutes 276 violence and a recent separation, a woman’s risk of domestic homicide goes up 900 times; And whereas, the current Canadian court system is not equipped to protect women. According to the National Judicial Institute, there is no mandatory education for Judges on domestic violence; And whereas, according to Article 19 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, children must be protected from “all forms of physical or mental violence, injury or abuse, neglect or negligent treatment, maltreatment or exploitation, including sexual abuse, while in the care of parent(s), legal guardian(s) or any other person who has care of the child.” Our current family justice system often fails our children in this regard; And whereas, custody disputes are an additional risk factor and each year in Canada about 30 children are killed by a parent. As reported by the Canadian Domestic Homicide Prevention Initiative, recent separation and domestic violence are the two biggest risk factors for domestic viol

Whereas Peel Region is facing a humanitarian crisis with Asylum Claimants from Africa; And whereas, Peel has had to turn away those seeking shelter space for the first time in our history; And whereas, the Peel Region shelter system is at 250 per cent capacity; And whereas, Peel is home to the largest airport in Canada and was not a recipient of the recent funding announcement for Toronto; Therefore be it resolved: 1. That Peel Region request immediate help for these Asylum Claimants from the governments of Canada and Ontario; Council Minutes 279 2. That Peel Council write a letter, signed by the three Mayors and Regional Chair, to the Immigration Minister and Finance Minister; and 3. That the letter be copied to the FCM and AMO.

Whereas the Sustainable Transportation Strategy (STS), approved by Regional Council in February 2018, sets a goal of a 50 per cent sustainable mode share by 2041; And whereas, the Region of Peel unanimously passed a motion on April 8, 2021 (Resolution 2021-338) to advance Sustainable Active Mobility and work Council Minutes 280 collaboratively with lower-tier municipalities and community advocates to improve the active transportation network across the Region; And whereas, the Region of Peel has provided financial support for programs to promote and encourage active transportation, including Community Cycling Programs, Bike the Creek, School Bike Rack Program, Bike Month activities, community bike hubs and pop-ups, training and mentorship programs, and more, which benefit all residents across the Region; And whereas, these programs have demonstrated their effectiveness at increasing cycling as a transportation mode share, encouraging an active lifestyle by incorporating cycling into recreational and utilitarian daily routines thereby increasing overall levels of physical activity, health and wellbeing, and increasing accessibility to affordable transportation options; And whereas, these programs are run by non-profit organizations funded by the Region with matching grants form other levels of government and face immediate uncertainty during the transition period; Now therefore be it resolved: That sufficient staff and funding resources be brought forward for consideration in