Reopening and Recovery Timeline
Lifecycle
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April 22, 2020 - Mayor’s Reopening and Recovery Working Group set up
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageLed by Regional Councillor Martin Medeiros, the group begins planning for the eventual reopening of City facilities and gradual resumption of impacted programs and services.
Dedicated website set up and public invited to send queries to covid19reopencity@brampton.ca
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May 6, 2020 - Online Survey
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageTo get public feedback on reopening precautions, online survey launched. Participate in the online survey here.
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May 13, 2020 - Stakeholder Meeting #1
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageTelephone Meeting held with more than 61 representatives from sports groups. Social distancing and hygiene practices and advice sought to help with reopening. View the meeting notes here.
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May 19 & 22, 2020 - Cautious opening of select outdoor sports amenities
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAt the advice of Province of Ontario, City opened 21 tennis and 7 pickeball courts & Peel Village Golf Course. Imposed strict rules for social distancing and hygiene measures. Early hours introduced for exclusive and safer access by seniors.
Province allows retail businesses with direct access from street to open.
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May 20, 2020 - Advice from Peel Public Health
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageRegion’s Medical Officer of Health advised that any future openings be delayed at least until May 25 (date to be reassessed based on epidemiology data).
City launches Support Local campaign and offers advice and support to retail businesses.
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May 22, 2020 - Stakeholder Meeting #2
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageTelephone Meeting held with more than 40 individuals from seniors clubs and support organizations. Click here to read meeting notes.
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May 28, 2020 - Facebook Live Chat - Q&A session
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCouncillor Medeiros hosted Facebook Live Q&A chat with guest speaker, Dr. Lawrence Loh of Peel Public Health on how to reopen safely.
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End May to early June 2020
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAdditional stakeholder meetings. Dates TBC for meetings with arts, business and other groups.
Online survey to close on June 14.
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June 9, 2020 - Facebook Live Chat - Enforcement and Reopening
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageOn June 9, Regional Councillor Martin Medeiros, Lead of Reopening and Recovery Working Group, and Paul Morrison, Director, By-Law Enforcement, City of Brampton, discussed the City's plans for reopening and answered questions from the public . If you have missed the live chat on our Facebook page. Click here to watch it.
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June 10, 2020 - Telephone Town Hall about Reopening
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageIf you missed the June 10 Recovery-themed Telephone Town Hall, you can access the audio recording here.
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June 11, 2020 – Stakeholder Meeting #3
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageTelephone Meeting held with more than 30 individuals from youth organizations. Click here to read meeting notes.
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June 18, 2020 - Facebook Live Chat - Parks, Recreation and Reopening
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageIf you have missed the live chat on our Facebook page. Click on below links to watch it.
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June 22, 2020 – Stakeholder Meeting #4 (consultation concludes)
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageFocus Group telephone meeting held with more than 20 individuals from businesses, arts and culture organizations/groups. Click here to access the notes from this meeting.
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June 24, 2020 – Brampton enters Stage 2 of provincial recovery framework
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAdditional facilities and services set to open . Click here for details.
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June 25, 2020 - Facebook Live Chat - Q & A session, 7 pm
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCouncillor Medeiros with guest speaker, Dr. Lawrence Loh of Peel Public Health on reopening and Stage 2 recovery. Click here to watch it.
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June 29, 2020: Brampton Transit to operate buses at an increased capacity, effective July 2
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageWith guidance from Peel Public Health and as part of the City of Brampton’s reopening and recovery plan, starting Thursday, July 2, Brampton Transit will operate at an increased bus capacity. Click here for details.
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July 6, 2020: Brampton courthouse reopens on July 6, spray pad hours extended
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAs part of the City of Brampton’s reopening and recovery plan, Brampton’s Provincial Offences Courthouse will reopen on July 6, and spray pad hours will be extended. Click here for details.
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July 9, 2020: Brampton City Council approves Mandatory Face Coverings By-law
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageStarting Friday, July 10, non-medical masks or face coverings will be required in all indoor public spaces in Brampton to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Click here for details.
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July 14, 2020: Professor’s Lake, Eldorado Park outdoor pool, and wading pools to reopen on July 14
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAs part of the City of Brampton’s reopening and recovery plan, Professor’s Lake, Eldorado Park outdoor pool, and wading pools will reopen on July 14. Click here for more details.
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July 21, 2020: Festivals and events cancellation extended until September 7 inclusive
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAll City festivals, events, performances and community event permits for events at City facilities and performing arts centres, including The Rose, are cancelled until Labour Day on September 7, 2020, inclusive, in response to COVID-19. This extended cancellation is with guidance from the Brampton Emergency Management Office, Peel Public Health, and in alignment with neighbouring municipalities. Click here for details.
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July 21, 2020: Changes to Brampton Transit service effective July 27, and new online application process for senior ID cards
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAs part of the City’s reopening and recovery plan, bus service will be changed as follows, effective Monday, July 27, until further notice. Click here for details.
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July 31, 2020 – City moves to Stage 3 Recovery phase
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageOn July 31, Peel Region was permitted to move into Stage 3. Read the Media Release here for more information. Also, view Councillor Medeiros' videos about general safety reminders and to learn more about outdoor facilities and recreation programs.
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July 31, 2020 - Reopening of Outdoor Structures
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAll City playgrounds, play structures and outdoor fitness equipment reopened. Outdoor sports fields are now open to leagues for gameplay.
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August 10, 2020 - Professor's Lake Update
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCanoe and kayak rentals available at Professor’s Lake. Details at brampton.ca/recreation.
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Week of August 10, 2020 - Free Outdoor Fitness Program
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageExtended offering of summer favourite, Fitness in the Park, a free outdoor fitness program. Incudes Boot Camp, Meditation, and Zumba™. Schedule available at brampton.ca/recreation.
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September 8, 2020 - Select Recreation Centres Open
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageSelect Recreation Centres reopen for pre-booked visits for:
- The fitness cardio/weight area for independent use;
- Select swims (aquafit, recreation and lane swims);
- Select skates (beginner, parent and child, shoot around skates);
- Select general interest programs (independent sports, dance, arts programs).
Visit brampton.ca/recreation for more information.
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September 9, 2020 - Reopening of City facilities
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCity corporate facilities reopen to the public for appointment-based services only. For more information and to book an appointment visit brampton.ca/skiptheline.
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September 16, 2020 - Council Chambers to Reopen
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCouncil Chambers will reopen to the public with a maximum of 50 people in total to attend meetings in-person by pre-booking only.
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September 21, 2020 - Group Fitness Classes Begin
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageSelect Recreation Centres begin to offer group fitness classes.
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October 6, 2020 - COVID-19 Relief Fund for Artists and Art Organizations
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCity announces COVID-19 Relief Fund for Artists and Art Organizations and the Independent Artist Community of Learning Program to help Brampton’s arts sector stabilize and strengthen, and contribute to the City’s economic recovery. Read more.
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October 10, 2020 – Modified Stage 2 Measures in effect
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageProvince announces additional measures to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Read City’s Service and Information Update for details.
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October 22, 2020 – Facebook Live Q&A session
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCouncillor Medeiros hosts live Q&A session with Dr. Lawrence Loh of Peel Public Health on health, safety and precautions in current stage.
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November 7, 2020 – New tiered system from Province comes into effect
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCity enters Province’s Red-Control Level with enhanced measures by Peel Public Health. Read more.
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November 23, 2020 – City enters Grey-Lockdown Level in Province’s framework
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageSocial gathering restrictions in public and private locations.
City Recreation facilities closed.
Other City facilities open for appointment-based services only. No walks ins permitted. Read more.
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December 3, 2020 – Facebook Live Q&A, 7 – 8 pm
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCouncillor Medeiros hosted a live Q&A with Paul Morrison, Director of Enforcement, on enforcing safety measures in the Grey-Lockdown Level. Click here to view.
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December 26, 2020 - Provincewide shutdown in effect
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageThe Government of Ontario announced a provincewide shutdown effective December 26, 2020, which will remain in effect for Southern Ontario including the Region of Peel, until January 23, 2021. Click here to learn more.
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January 4, 2021 - Video on provincial stay-at-home orders
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageView the video message from Councillor Medeiros about the latest provincial stay-at-home orders here.
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January 12, 2021 - Emergency Declaration Announced
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageProvince issues second emergency declaration.
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January 14, 2021 - Stay at home orders
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageProvince’s stay-at-home orders come into effect. Only essential trips such as for groceries, medication, accessing health care services, for exercise or for essential work is allowed. Click here to learn more.
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February 22, 2021 – Shutdown extended
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageBrampton to remain in shutdown zone until March 8, 2021.
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March 8, 2021 – Brampton enters Grey-Lockdown Level. Stay-at-Home orders lifted.
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageNo indoor events and social gatherings. Outdoor gatherings max 10. In-person shopping permitted with capacity limits. Read more.
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March 29, 2021 – Provincial adjustments to Grey-Lockdown Level
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageUpdates on outdoor fitness activities; outdoor gathering for weddings, funerals, religious services and rites. Read more.
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April 3, 2021 - Province-wide shutdown in effect
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageOutdoor gatherings maximum five persons only. Indoor and outdoor dining, personal care and personal fitness services not permitted. Read more.
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April 8, 2021 – Third provincial state of emergency declared. Province-wide stay-at-home orders in effect
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageOnly essential activity permitted such as going to the grocery store or pharmacy, accessing health care services, for exercise or for essential work. Read More.
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April 17 & 19, 2021 – Province extends stay-at-home order by two additional weeks and introduces strengthened safety measures
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageNo outdoor gatherings. Reduced capacity on retail stores, and for ceremonies, funerals and religious services. Read more.
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May 13, 2021 – Province extends stay-at-home order until June 2
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageNo outdoor gatherings. Reduced capacity on retail stores continues to be in effect, along with ceremonies, funerals, religious services. Read more.
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May 20, 2021 – Province announces 3-Step Reopening Roadmap
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageStay-at-home order continues until June 2. Some restrictions eased from May 22. Read more.
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May 22, 2021 - Outdoor recreational amenities to reopen and outdoor gatherings allowed - maximum five people.
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAllowed to reopen - golf courses and driving ranges, soccer and other sports fields, tennis and basketball courts, and skate parks etc. No outdoor sports or recreational classes are permitted. Outdoor limits for social gatherings and organized public events max five people, including with members of different households. Read more.
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June 2, 2021 – Provincial Stay-At-Home Order Lifted and emergency declaration ends
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageAll public health and workplace safety measures under the province-wide emergency brake will continue to apply until the Province moves into Step One of the Roadmap to Reopen.
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June 11, 2021 – Brampton enters Step One of Roadmap to Reopen.
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageOutdoor limits on events, gatherings capped at 10 people; patio dining allowed; non-essential retail can open with 15% capacity; in-person day camps for children permitted. Read more.
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June 24, 2021 – Province announces accelerated date for Step Two Roadmap to Reopen
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageOn June 30, Province moves to Step Two. Personal services, outdoor sports allowed to reopen with limited capacity. Social gathering numbers increased. Read more.
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June 29, 2021 - Stakeholder Meeting with Sports Groups
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageDiscussion with sports groups to provide information and answer questions about Step Two reopening phase. Read the meeting notes here.
Click the link provided to view a video update from the reopening and recovery working group for an open conversation regarding provincial updates.
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June 30, 2021 – Brampton moves to Step Two of Roadmap to Reopen
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageSocial gatherings and events (outdoor 25 pax, indoor 5 pax); 25% capacity permitted for outdoor activities such as sports, cinemas, amusement and water parks, live music, performing arts etc. Read more.
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July 9, 2021 - Province announces date for Step Three Roadmap to Reopen
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageOn July 16, 2021 Brampton will move into Step Three of the provincial Roadmap to Reopen. Indoor dining, recreation, social gatherings resume, some with limited capacity. Read more.
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July 16, 2021 - Brampton moves to Step Three of Roadmap to Reopen.
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageSocial gatherings (100 max outdoor, 25 max indoor), indoor sports and recreational fitness facilities open with max. 50 per cent capacity. Read more.
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July 20, 2021 - Stakeholder Meeting with Seniors Groups
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageDiscussion with seniors groups to provide information and answer questions about Step Three reopening phase. Read the meeting notes here.
Click the link provided to view a video update from the reopening and recovery work group.
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August 31, 2021- Fall 2021 Recreation Program Registration
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCouncillor Medeiros’ message about Fall 2021 Recreation Programs
Click here to view the video update.
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September 1, 2021- Civil Marriage Ceremonies Resume
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageCouncillor Medeiros’ message about Civil Marriage Ceremonies resuming on September 1, 2021
Click here to view the video update.
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September 22, 2021 – Proof of Vaccination required for specific City facilities, programs and services
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageProvincial regulations require members of the public to show proof of vaccination to enter certain City facilities and access services, including recreation, sports, cultural and entertainment venues. Some exemptions apply.
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October 25, 2021- Lifting of capacity limits and physical distancing
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageProvince has allowed further lifting of capacity limits and physical distancing requirements where proof of vaccination is required. The City is working on the details to expand the safe reopening and resuming of services at City facilities.
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December 19, 2021 - Province announces more health and safety measures in response COVID-19 Omicron variant
Reopening and Recovery Timeline has finished this stageIn response to the rapidly-spreading and highly transmissible COVID-19 Omicron variant, the Government of Ontario introduced additional public health and workplace safety measures, including capacity and social gathering limits. Click here to read.
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January 5, 2022 - Ontario temporarily moves to modified Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen
Reopening and Recovery Timeline is currently at this stageProvince returns to modified version of Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen. View province's media release here.
