Regional Council

That the minutes of the July 9, 2026 Regional Council meeting, be approved.

That the agenda for the September 10, 2026 Regional Council meeting include a delegation from Tamara Lakeman, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Women and Children Precious Shelter, regarding Support for Women and Children Precious Shelter's Transitional Housing Initiative, to be dealt with under Delegations – Item 8.3; and That the agenda for the September 10, 2026 Regional Council meeting include a Motion from Councillor Brar and Councillor Hart regarding Support for Women and Children Precious Shelter’s Transitional Housing Unit, to be dealt with under Notice of Motion/Motion – Item 21.6; and That the agenda for the September 10, 2026 Regional Council meeting include a Motion from Councillor Dasko and Councillor Russo regarding Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives Marketing Budget, to be dealt with under Notice of Motion/Motion – Item 21.7 in relation to Item 14.2; and That the agenda for the September 10, 2026 Regional Council meeting, be approved, as amended.

That the following matters listed on the Regional Council Agenda be approved under the Consent Agenda: Items 11.1, 11.2, 11.3, 11.4, 14.1, 14.4, 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4, 16.1, 16.2, 16.3, 16.4, 17.1, 18.1, 18.2, 19.1, 19.2, 23.1, and 23.5.

That the Regional Municipality of Peel enter into a Green Municipal Fund Loan and Grant Agreement with Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), the Corporation of the City of Brampton as the Municipality, and the Regional Municipality of Peel as the Borrower to receive a grant of $1,304,340 and loan of $8,695,660 to support City of Brampton with respect to the Century Gardens Youth Hub project in accordance with the approval of the transaction contemplated by the City of Brampton Council on July 8, 2026, on business terms satisfactory to the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services; and That the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, and the Treasurer be authorized to complete the transaction associated with the Green Municipal Fund Loan and Grant Agreement, including execution of all documents required or appropriate for that purpose on terms satisfactory to the Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Corporate Services, and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services.

That the amendments to the Region of Peel Waste Collection By-law 35-2015 as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Public Works, listed on the September 10, 2026 Regional Council agenda, tilted “Region of Peel Waste Collection By-law 35-2015 Amendments 2026”, be approved; and That the necessary amending By-law be presented for enactment.

That the draft response letter to the ERO 026-0740 attached as Appendix I to the report of the Commissioner of Public Works listed on the September 10, 2026 Regional Council agenda titled “Proposed Regulations for Regional Conservation Authorities and the Provincial Conservation Agency ERO 026-0740”, be approved; and That a copy of the subject report be provided to the Province in response to the ERO posting, and to the Conservation Authorities with watershed areas in Peel Region, which include Conservation Halton, Credit Valley Conservation, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Conservation and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.

Whereas, Zamar Music Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation focused on providing cultural activities to over 250 families in Peel Region, with music and mentorship for children and youth, and music and memory wellness for seniors; And whereas, Zamar Music Inc. is proposing to build a second floor located at 50 Van Kirk Road, Unit 9, in the City of Brampton to expand its rehearsal and performance space and includes the City’s first community- accessible recording studio; And whereas, pursuant to Section 10(2)(b) of Regional Development Charges By-law #77-2020, as amended, development charges in the amount of $32,966.10 are payable as a result of a building permit issued for 103.54 square metres of non-industrial space for the addition to the building; And whereas, the proposed use supports non-profit community and cultural facilities, while the adaptive reuse of an existing building does not generate additional growth-related infrastructure demand; Now therefore be it resolved: That Regional Council approve a one-time grant in the amount of $32,966.10 to offset outstanding development charges otherwise payable for the expansion of the subject property to accommodate the operations of Zamar Music Inc.; and That the grant be funded from the DC Financial Incentive Reserve; and That this resolution apply specifically for this building permit and not be interpreted as a general exemption to Development Charges By-law #77-2020, as amended.

That section 5.12.2c) of Procedure By-law 27-2022, as amended, be waived to permit consideration of a motion without seven days previous notice.

Whereas, Peel Region declared a gender-based violence and intimate partner violence epidemic in June 2023; And whereas, incidents of intimate partner violence (IPV) have been steadily rising, with 9,905 reported in 2025, up from 9,259 in 2021; And whereas, in the first five months of 2026, there were already 4,081 IPV incidents logged by Peel Regional Police; And whereas, according to the 2024 Peel Regional Snapshot compiled by the Peel Committee Against Women Abuse (PCAWA), there has been a 12 per cent increase in women experiencing homelessness when compared to 2021 and 27 per cent of reported housing loss is due to conflict or abuse with a partner/spouse or parent/guardian; And whereas, Peel’s intimate partner violence emergency shelter system is operating above 290 – 400 per cent occupancy; And whereas, provincially funded shelters are capped at four months, with shelters absorbing the operational costs of families that stay for longer periods; And whereas, the Peel Region has advocated to the provincial government to end the four-month limit for shelters and to fund long-term transitional housing; And whereas, Women & Children Precious Shelter (WCPS) provides emergency shelter services for women and children in Peel Region, along with wraparound services related to education, employment, housing and health and wellness; And whereas, WCPS, in partnership with Daniels, is working towards securing five condominium units to support women and children transition from homeless

Regional Council, through its January 8, 2026, direction, generally paused the use of PAMA's marketing budget; And whereas Regional Council subsequently received and approved Resolution 2026-318, which established direction regarding transition governance, operational oversight, and the development of a future operating model, staffing structure, and budget for PAMA; And whereas marketing plays an important role in supporting attendance, community engagement, public awareness, revenue generation, and maintaining PAMA's visibility and relevance as a cultural destination during the transition period; And whereas maintaining strong attendance remains important to achieving, and potentially exceeding PAMA's remaining 2026 revenue target of $55,000; And whereas the PAMA Transition Board has reviewed PAMA's operating budgets, revenue targets, and high-level operational plans and supports maintaining awareness of PAMA as a community cultural service throughout the transition period; Now therefore be it resolved: That Regional Council approve the release and utilization of up to $40,000 from the 2026 PAMA marketing budget for planned marketing, programming promotion, attendance-building, and community engagement activities between September and December 2026; and That Regional staff ensure appropriate consultation and approval from the PAMA Transition Board regarding the utilization of the approved marketing allocation and public facing messaging that speaks to PAMA being a service i

That the interim transition budget for the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), provided by the Chair of the Transition Board on August 20, 2026 as per Regional Council Resolution #2026-318, be approved; and That the 2026 costs related to the interim transition budget, including the requested legal and consultant costs, in the amount of $257,775 (excluding taxes) be funded through the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve (R1250).

That the Commissioner of Human Services be authorized to negotiate, enter into and execute a forgivable loan agreement, together with such further agreements and documents as deemed necessary or advisable, with Indwell Community Homes and Gather Housing Communities to provide capital funding in the amount of $10 million for the development of approximately 244 units of affordable and transitional supportive housing at 7085 Goreway Drive, Mississauga, provided the forgivable loan agreement and such other agreements and documents are on business terms satisfactory to the Commissioner of Human Services and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services; and That the Commissioner of Human Services be authorized to negotiate, enter into and execute a forgivable loan agreement, together with such further agreements and documents as deemed necessary or advisable, with Gather Housing Communities to provide capital funding in the amount of $10 million for the development of approximately 208 units of affordable and supportive housing at 1880 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga, provided the forgivable loan agreement and such other agreements and documents are on business terms satisfactory to the Commissioner of Human Services and on legal terms satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor and Commissioner of Legislative Services; and That staff fund the 7085 Goreway Drive and 1880 Lakeshore Road West projects by utilizing $20 million in capital

the Regional Chair, Members of Regional Council, Members of the Accessibility Advisory Committee, and staff at Peel Region are saddened to learn of the passing of Kathleen Lynch; And whereas, Kathleen Lynch was appointed to the Region of Peel Accessibility Advisory Committee in April 2023 and served the committee with dedication and commitment to advancing accessibility throughout Peel Region; And whereas, she is remembered as a valued and respected committee member, known for her contributions, kindness, and commitment to public service; Now therefore be it resolved that sincere condolences be extended to the Lynch family on behalf of Regional Chair Iannicca, Members of Regional Council, Members of the Accessibility Advisory Committee, and staff of the Region of Peel.

That the reference to July 23, 2026 in the Whereas clause be amended to June 23, 2026; and That Clause 2 be amended by deleting the specific reference to modifications to Fire Station 310, and insert that the released funds be made available to support OPP facility and operational requirements within the Town of Caledon, with the appropriate locations and use of the funds to be determined by the Town of Caledon, in consultation with the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police, including consideration of Mayfield West and the west side of Caledon. In Favour (18): Councillor Brar, Councillor Brown** (Proxy M. Palleschi), Councillor Butt, Councillor Damerla, Councillor Dasko, Councillor Early, Councillor Fonseca, Councillor Hart, Councillor Horneck, Councillor Keenan*** (Proxy N. K. Brar), Councillor Kovac, Councillor Mahoney, Councillor McFadden, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Parrish, Councillor Tedjo* (Proxy J. Horneck), Councillor Toor, and Councillor Vicente Opposed (4): Councillor Miles, Councillor Groves, Councillor Reid, and Councillor Russo Absent (2): Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Santos

on June 23, 2026, the Town of Caledon passed a motion requesting reporting stations for the Caledon detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police be investigated as we plan for future growth to ensure that policing infrastructure considerations remain integrated within broader municipal growth and infrastructure planning discussions; Now therefore be it resolved: That the Town of Caledon request that Peel Region release $2,000,000 from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Capital Reserve to support facility modifications required for OPP operations within the Town; and That the released funds be made available to support OPP facility and operational requirements within the Town of Caledon, with the appropriate locations and use of the funds to be determined by the Town of Caledon, in consultation with the Caledon Detachment of the OPP, including consideration of Mayfield West and the west side of Caledon; and That Peel Region staff be requested to work with the Town of Caledon staff to facilitate the release and transfer of the funds.

Whereas, Gurmat Bibek Parchaar Society is a registered not-for-profit organization based in the City of Brampton, and focused on the advancement of religion and community service in Peel Region; And whereas, Gurmat Bibek Parchaar Society is proposing to redevelop an existing industrial building place at 139 Devon Road, Unit 6, in the City of Brampton to a place of worship. And whereas, pursuant to Section 12(3) of the Regional Development Charges By-law #77-2020, as amended, a place of religious assembly will receive a partial exemption of development charges equivalent to the development charges attributed to twenty-five percent (25%) of the total floor area of the building or structure, the application will trigger change of use Regional Development Charges from industrial development to non-industrial development on 339.18 s.m. of floor space; And whereas, pursuant to Section 10(2)(a) of Regional Development Charges By-law #77-2020, as amended, change of use development charges in the amount of $39,405.53, net of change of use credits and partial development charge exemption, are payable as a result of a building permit issued for 339.18 square metres of non-industrial space; Now therefore be it resolved: That Regional Council approve a one-time grant in the amount of $39,405.53 to offset outstanding development charges otherwise payable for the expansion of the subject property to accommodate the operations of Gurmat Bibek Parchaar Society; and That the grant be funded fr

Whereas, on September 2, 2026, a severe weather event occurred, resulting in over 100 mm of rainfall in the Greater Toronto Area over a short period of time; And whereas, this severe weather event resulted in flood damage to residential and commercial properties across Caledon and Peel Region, potentially resulting in millions of dollars in damage to these properties; And whereas, severe weather events have impacted municipalities across the Province, including in Peel Region, causing millions of dollars in damage; And whereas, severe weather events are expected to occur with increased frequency across Ontario; And whereas, several municipalities in Ontario have established emergency flood relief programs to help residents and businesses offset the cost of repairing the damage caused by severe weather events and mitigate potential future damages; And whereas a funding program delivered by the Regional Municipality of Peel will help offset the short and long-term costs caused by this severe weather event and help residents begin repair and recovery immediately; And whereas, the Provincial Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians program, if activated, provides further reimbursement to homeowners and businesses affected by natural disasters: Now therefore be it resolved: That the Region of Peel report back to Council on the establishment of a regional flood relief program, in consultation with the local municipalities, to provide support to residents and businesses to offset

That the by-law listed on the September 10, 2026 Regional Council agenda, being By-law 57-2026, 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 Council proceed into "closed session” to consider reports relating to the following: Progress Update – Peel Service Transfers – September 2026 (Labour relations or employee negotiations) Appointment of Associate Medical Officer of Health (Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees) Paramedic Services Financial Update (Labour relations or employee negotiations) Development Charge Reduction Program –Transfer Payment Agreement (Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them)

That Council move out of "closed session".

That Dr. Atiba Nelson be appointed as a permanent Associate Medical Officer of Health, effective July 14, 2026, upon the approval of the Minister of Health; and That documentation be provided to the Ministry of Health to apply for funding under the Provincial Medical Officer of Health/Associate Medical Officer of Health Compensation Initiative; and That this recommendation become public upon adoption.

That the closed session direction to the Commissioner of Health Services and Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, related to Item 23.3 on the September 10, 2026 be Regional Council meeting agenda, be approved and voted upon in accordance with Section 239(6)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended.

That the closed session direction to the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, related to Item 23.4 on the September 10, 2026 be Regional Council meeting agenda, be approved and voted upon in accordance with Section 239(6)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended; and That the direction become public upon adoption and following the public funding announcement by the Province; and That staff be directed to share the closed session report listed as Item 23.4 on the September 10, 2026 Regional Council agenda with the Chief Administrative Officers and Commissioners of Planning, or their designate, from the Cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the Town of Caledon

That By-law 58-2026 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on September 10, 2026, 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.