This fall, the City of Brampton continues to strengthen its position as one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most innovative business hubs, with new developments across health, innovation, manufacturing, and international trade.
From TMU’s new School of Medicine to major investments in manufacturing and business growth programs, October 2025 reflects Brampton’s bold vision for the future. Click here to read the full newsletter.
What’s Inside:
TMU’s New School of Medicine Opens in Brampton
Toronto Metropolitan University’s new School of Medicine in Brampton has officially opened its doors, welcoming the first class of 94 students, the GTA’s first new medical school in more than a century. Recognized by Toronto Life as “a beacon of hope,” this milestone strengthens healthcare access and reinforces Brampton’s leadership in education, research, and innovation.
Economic Indicators 2025 Released
Discover key trends and success stories shaping Brampton’s thriving business environment.
Brampton’s Tariff Action Plan: Protecting Jobs, Strengthening Business
The Tariff Action Plan continues to help local businesses manage trade challenges, access export training, and strengthen competitiveness through tools like the Tariff Resource Hub.
Driving Office Growth and Rental Housing Development
Brampton’s incentive programs are supporting office expansion and purpose-built rental housing:
- $0 Development Charges for new office builds
- Annual tax grants for commercial growth
- New DC Incentive Program offering up to 100% reductions for rental housing projects
Contact: housing@brampton.ca
Business Climate Action Program
Brampton’s Business Climate Action Program is helping local businesses cut energy costs and adopt sustainable practices. Participants receive site assessments, funding guidance, and action plans to support a low-carbon future.
Innovation Spotlight: BramHacks 2025 & Space Day
Innovation takes off this November as Brampton hosts BramHacks 2025, a city-led hackathon focused on space technology, followed by Space Day at Canon HQ. Together, these events connect students, startups, and partners advancing Canada’s growing space economy.
Go Global Business Initiative
Helping businesses expand internationally through export readiness, market entry resources, and supply-chain support — now pursuing accreditation through the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT).
Women in Manufacturing Forum 2025
Brampton proudly sponsored the CME Women in Manufacturing Forum, celebrating women leaders driving innovation in Canada’s manufacturing sector. The event showcased opportunities to build confidence, leadership, and strategic thinking through CME’s Women in Leadership Training Program (available until March 2026).
Read Andrea Williams’ leadership feature
Food & Beverage Processing Summit 2025
Brampton hosted its third annual Food & Beverage Processing Summit, uniting leaders from across government and industry to advance innovation, productivity, and sustainability.
Panattoni Breaks Ground on MCC Facility
Panattoni Development Company has begun construction on a new $120 million, 260,000 sq. ft. facility for Mobile Climate Control, creating 700+ jobs and strengthening Brampton’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem.
Brampton Named Among Canada’s Top 20 Investment Locations
For the fourth consecutive year, Brampton was recognized by Site Selection Magazine as one of Canada’s Top 20 Best Locations for Investment, reflecting the city’s talent, infrastructure, and competitive business environment.
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