The City of Brampton has taken a significant step toward improving parking enforcement and enhancing public safety by expanding its Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) program. Seven AI-enabled enforcement vehicles are now operating across the city, providing by-law officers with advanced technology to identify parking violations more efficiently and respond more effectively to residents’ concerns.
The expansion reflects the City’s ongoing efforts to address one of the most common issues reported through Service Brampton. By-law enforcement officers currently respond to more than 2,300 parking-related complaints every week, highlighting the growing challenges associated with a rapidly expanding city. To meet increasing demand and improve compliance with parking regulations, Brampton has invested in additional enforcement resources and innovative technology designed to support safer and more accessible neighbourhoods.
The Automated Licence Plate Recognition program was first introduced in 2019 with a single enforcement vehicle. Through investments approved in the 2026 municipal budget, six additional AI-equipped units have now been added, bringing the total fleet to seven vehicles. The technology automatically scans licence plates and allows penalty notices to be issued directly to registered vehicle owners by mail, significantly reducing administrative workload and enabling officers to spend more time addressing community safety concerns in the field.
City officials emphasized that privacy protections remain a key component of the program. The system is designed to capture only information required to identify potential by-law violations and process enforcement actions, while filtering out images and data that are not relevant to enforcement purposes.
The enhanced technology forms part of a broader strategy aimed at strengthening parking enforcement throughout Brampton. By-law officers conduct patrols around the clock, seven days a week, responding to complaints and focusing on violations that create safety risks, including blocked driveways, obstructed sidewalks, and restricted access for emergency vehicles.
The City is also utilizing data collected through its 311 service to identify neighbourhoods experiencing recurring parking issues. This information allows enforcement teams to strategically deploy resources to areas where violations are most common, helping prevent problems before they escalate and ensuring a more proactive approach to compliance.
Further strengthening enforcement efforts, the 2026 Budget includes funding for 51 additional by-law enforcement positions, including 12 officers dedicated specifically to parking and towing enforcement. City officials believe the combination of increased staffing and advanced technology will significantly improve enforcement capacity while helping maintain safe and accessible streets for residents, businesses, and emergency services.
Mayor Patrick Brown said the investment demonstrates the City’s commitment to protecting neighbourhood safety and ensuring that parking regulations are respected. He noted that the expanded program gives officers the tools needed to identify violations more quickly, hold offenders accountable, and reinforce the message that illegal parking will not be tolerated in Brampton.
Regional Councillor Rowena Santos, who chairs the City’s Legislative Services Section, said residents frequently raise concerns about blocked driveways, restricted access routes, and unsafe parking conditions. She emphasized that the initiative is intended to improve quality of life for families, seniors, and all residents by creating safer and more accessible neighbourhoods.
Regional Councillor Michael Palleschi described the program as an important investment in community safety, noting that clear roads, sidewalks, and emergency access routes are essential to maintaining safe neighbourhoods. He added that the technology will help officers proactively address violations while improving overall compliance.
According to Robert Higgs, the new AI-enabled technology enhances operational efficiency and supports intelligence-led enforcement practices. By automating many administrative tasks, officers can devote more time to proactive patrols and addressing enforcement priorities throughout the city.
As Brampton continues to grow, City officials say the expanded Automated Licence Plate Recognition program represents a modern approach to municipal enforcement—one that combines technology, data-driven decision-making, and increased staffing to create safer streets and stronger communities. Residents are encouraged to follow parking regulations and help ensure neighbourhood roads remain accessible and safe for everyone.