The City of Brampton is taking another significant step to strengthen by-law enforcement and improve neighbourhood quality of life with the launch of a new proactive enforcement pilot program designed to address recurring community concerns before they escalate.
Beginning June 29, 2026, the City will deploy dedicated Property Standards and Parking Enforcement Officers to specific council ward pairings on a rotating basis. The initiative will cover all ten city wards each week, allowing officers to proactively patrol neighbourhoods identified through service request data, repeat complaints, compliance issues, and community feedback.
The pilot program is intended to address a range of concerns commonly raised by residents, including illegal parking, property standards violations, illegal signage, litter, garbage accumulation, and other by-law infractions. By focusing resources on areas experiencing the highest volume of complaints and repeat violations, the City aims to improve compliance while responding more effectively to community concerns.
The initiative builds upon Brampton’s broader efforts to modernize enforcement services and make greater use of data-driven decision-making. Residents are encouraged to continue reporting concerns through Service Brampton using the Brampton 311 mobile application, the City’s online portal, or by calling 311. Information collected through these channels will help identify enforcement priorities and guide proactive deployments.
As part of its ongoing commitment to stronger enforcement, the City has also expanded its Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) program, with seven units now operating across Brampton. The technology supports parking and by-law enforcement by helping officers identify violations more efficiently and improve overall compliance.
The new pilot complements a number of other enforcement enhancements introduced by the City, including increased penalties for repeat offenders, improved towing procedures for persistent violations, expanded patrols in high-priority areas, and significant investments in additional enforcement personnel through the 2026 municipal budget.
The City has added 51 new enforcement-related positions this year, including 12 officers dedicated specifically to parking and towing enforcement. Seasonal bike patrols have also been deployed to enhance visibility and enforcement efforts throughout the community. In addition, 20 seasonal enforcement inspectors have already completed more than 700 proactive inspections and addressed over 1,600 resident service requests within the first weeks of their deployment.
Mayor Patrick Brown described the pilot as a direct response to resident concerns and highlighted Brampton’s need to adapt municipal services to the demands of rapid population growth. He noted that the city continues to develop innovative approaches to enforcement while ensuring resources are directed where they are needed most.
Regional Councillor Rowena Santos emphasized that every service request represents a resident seeking assistance and that proactive enforcement helps address issues such as problem properties, illegal parking, and neighbourhood maintenance concerns before they worsen.
Regional Councillor Dennis Keenan noted that residents want visible action when recurring issues impact their communities, while Regional Councillor Martin Medeiros highlighted the importance of addressing concerns proactively rather than reacting after problems have escalated.
Chief Administrative Officer Marlon Kallideen stated that the program combines resident feedback, operational expertise, and enforcement data to improve service delivery and allocate resources more effectively.
Robert Higgs, Director of Enforcement and By-law Services, said the pilot represents another important tool in the City’s efforts to maintain safe, clean, and welcoming neighbourhoods while ensuring enforcement teams remain responsive to emerging community needs.
As Brampton continues to experience rapid growth, the new pilot program reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to strengthening neighbourhood standards, improving public safety, and delivering more proactive municipal services. Through increased enforcement presence, enhanced technology, and stronger community engagement, Brampton hopes to create cleaner, safer, and more livable communities for residents across the city.