As the school year comes to a close and thousands of children and families spend more time walking, cycling, and enjoying neighbourhood parks, the City of Brampton is accelerating its commitment to safer streets through an ambitious expansion of road safety initiatives led by innovation, technology, and strategic infrastructure investments.
Guided by its Vision Zero Strategy, Brampton is introducing a comprehensive package of measures aimed at reducing collisions, improving driver behaviour, and enhancing safety for pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, and all road users. The latest initiatives represent the City’s next phase of road safety planning following the conclusion of Ontario’s Automated Speed Enforcement program in late 2025.
Regional Councillor Paul Vicente, Chair of Brampton’s Public Works and Engineering Section, said creating safer roads requires a balanced approach that combines engineering, modern technology, strategic planning, and continuous investment. He noted that Brampton is taking decisive action to build a transportation network that protects residents today while preparing for the needs of one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities.
One of the City’s most significant initiatives is the expansion of its Red Light Camera program. Brampton plans to increase its network from the current 15 cameras to as many as 35 by 2028 through a phased implementation. Two additional cameras will be installed later this year and are expected to become operational in 2027. Future locations will be selected using detailed collision statistics, traffic volumes, road safety assessments, and enforcement priorities to maximize public safety.
Brampton is also preparing to process Red Light Camera violations on behalf of Peel Region from its Sandalwood Operations Centre beginning in 2027. The initiative will utilize the City’s existing Administrative Penalty System, allowing Brampton to improve operational efficiency while positioning itself to provide automated enforcement processing services to other municipalities in the future.
The City is also preparing to launch an innovative one-year pilot project using automated noise camera technology. Scheduled to begin in the fall of 2026, the system will use advanced microphones and digital cameras to identify vehicles generating excessive noise. While no tickets will be issued during the pilot phase, the data collected will help the City better understand noise-related traffic issues, evaluate the technology’s effectiveness, and support future recommendations for legislative changes that would permit automated noise enforcement across Ontario.
Before the pilot begins, Brampton will complete a comprehensive Privacy Impact Assessment to ensure the technology complies with privacy legislation and includes appropriate safeguards for residents.
Building on its recent investment in community safety technology, the City is also strengthening its partnership with Peel Regional Police. Following the installation of 360-degree surveillance cameras and Automated Licence Plate Recognition systems at 50 intersections throughout Brampton, discussions are underway to transfer former Automated Speed Enforcement cameras for conversion into additional licence plate recognition systems. The expanded technology will assist police in locating stolen vehicles, identifying vehicles connected to criminal investigations, and supporting proactive crime prevention efforts throughout Peel Region.
Alongside these technological advancements, Brampton continues to invest heavily in traditional road safety infrastructure. The city now has 210 Community Safety Zones where enhanced enforcement and increased penalties help protect vulnerable road users. Fifteen Neighbourhood Speed Safety Zones feature reduced speed limits designed to improve safety on residential streets, while more than 150 neighbourhood roads have been equipped with speed cushions to discourage speeding.
Pedestrian safety has also been strengthened through the installation of 42 pedestrian crossovers and 116 accessible pedestrian signals, making road crossings safer and more accessible for residents of all ages and abilities.
These ongoing improvements are supported by approximately $6.9 million in provincial funding through Ontario’s Road Safety Initiative Fund. The City has also submitted an application seeking an additional $27.9 million to further expand traffic calming measures, pedestrian infrastructure, enhanced signage, and other road safety improvements across Brampton.
Mayor Patrick Brown said the City remains committed to building safer streets through innovative enforcement technologies, modern infrastructure, and strong partnerships that protect residents and improve neighbourhood safety. Regional Councillor Rowena Santos added that these investments provide families with greater peace of mind by creating safer environments for children walking or cycling in their communities.
City officials emphasize that road safety is a shared responsibility. While Brampton continues investing in cutting-edge technology and improved infrastructure, motorists are encouraged to slow down, obey posted speed limits, remain alert for children and pedestrians, and share the road responsibly throughout the busy summer months.