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​A ward is a geographical division of a municipality for administrative and political purposes.  

Brampton has 10 wards. Click he​re​ to find out which ward you live in. ​

​A ward boundary review is an exercise ​to assess whether the existing wards constitute an effective and equitable system of representation, and, if not, to propose alternatives. ​​

​The city's current ward boundaries were established in 2014. Since then, Brampton's population has grown, and the population is no longer evenly distributed throughout the wards, as certain areas of the city have experienced more growth and development than others. When wards have a significant difference in population, it can impact effective representation. Effective representation is the idea that voters should be equally represented to the greatest extent possible. This means that population numbers should be relatively equal in each ward. 

​The review will analyze current population and projected growth to assess where ward boundaries should be redrawn, so that the population numbers will become more balanced. Consideration will also be given to natural and built boundaries, as well as established neighbourhoods. ​​​

​The following criteria and guiding principles will be considered during the review:

  • ​Effective representation: voters should be equally represented to the greatest extent possible.
  • Representation by population: population numbers should be relatively equal in each ward. The review should consider both the present inconsistency in population numbers and forecasted figures.
  • Population trends and growth: the review should consider the impact of development and intensification on population.
  • Physical boundaries: the review should consider physical boundaries, both natural and built.
  • Protection of established neighbourhoods and communities: the review should endeavour to preserve established neighbourhoods.​​​​

​At this time, Council has provided direction to maintain the existing Council composition of the Mayor and 10 Councillors.

​The ward that you live in may have its boundaries redrawn. This may result in you living in a different ward. If approved, the new ward boundaries will take effect in the fall of 2026. This will be important to know for the next municipal election, which will take place on October 26, 2026, as you will vote for your representatives on Council. 

Staff will present a report at Committee of Council in the new year seeking a decision on the next steps. Council may adopt a realignment option with the new ward boundaries taking effect after the next municipal election in October 2026. The project timeline is available here​.

​If the existing ward boundaries are changed, the new ward boundaries will be in effect for the 2026-2030 term of Council. Voters will vote according to the new ward boundaries in the 2026 Municipal Election.

​Take the survey to provide comments and vote for your preferred realignment option. You can also connect with City of Brampton staff in person to learn more about the review and realignment options. Staff will be present during the following dates and times:

  • ​Thursday, October 24, 6-9 pm, Susan Fennell Sportsplex, 500 Ray Lawson Blvd.
  • Saturday, October 26, 9 am to 12 pm, Cassie Campbell Community Centre, 1050 Sandalwood Pkwy. W​​
  • Monday, October 28, 6-9 pm, Gore Meadows Community Centre, 10150 The Gore Rd.
  • Wednesday, November 6, 6-9 pm, Earnscliffe Recreation Centre, 44 Eastbourne Dr.
  • Saturday, November 9, 9 am to 12 pm, Save Max Sports Centre, 1495 Sandalwood Pkwy. E
  • Wednesday, November 13, 6-9 pm, Century Gardens Recreation Centre, 340 Vodden St. E

Maps will also be on display and staff will available to provide more information in the Atrium of City Hall from Oct​ober 23 to November 15 and during the Winter Lights Festival on the evening of November 15.​


​​The population figures used during the review were prepared for the Region of Peel by Hemson Consulting Ltd., and include population data from the 2021 Census.  The forecasts include the years 2026, 2030, and 2034 to assist with representation for future growth. ​

​The last ward boundary review was completed in 2014 and since then, the city has experienced a significant growth in population and some areas of the city have seen more growth than others. 

Following the public consultation phase, resident feedback will be shared with Council in a Council Workshop. Staff will present a report at Committee of Council in the new year seeking a decision on the next steps. Council may adopt a realignment option with the new ward boundaries taking effect after the next municipal election in October 2026.​

Once City Council makes a final decision, ​​by-laws will be passed, if necessary. 

​Current boundaries will remain in effect for the 2026 municipal election. 

​Once Council passes the necessary by-laws for ward changes to take effect, the public must be given notice within 15 days. 

There is a 45-day appeal period from the date the by-laws are passed. Any person or agency may appeal a decision regarding the ward boundary changes. If no appeals are received, then the by-laws will be deemed to be final and binding. If an appeal is filed, it will be heard and decided upon by the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) before the decision is final. 

​All decisions, including decisions on appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal, regarding ward boundary changes, must be final by December 31, 2025. 

​Residents were invited to connect with City of Brampton staff in person to learn more about the review and realignment options during the following dates and times:

  • ​Thursday, October 24, 6-9 pm, Susan Fennell Sportsplex, 500 Ray Lawson Blvd.

  • Saturday, October 26, 9 am to 12 pm, Cassie Campbell Community Centre, 1050 Sandalwood Pkwy. W​​

  • Monday, October 28, 6-9 pm, Gore Meadows Community Centre, 10150 The Gore Rd.

  • Wednesday, November 6, 6-9 pm, Earnscliffe Recreation Centre, 44 Eastbourne Dr.

  • Saturday, November 9, 9 am to 12 pm, Save Max Sports Centre, 1495 Sandalwood Pkwy. E

  • Wednesday, November 13, 6-9 pm, Century Gardens Recreation Centre, 340 Vodden St. E

Maps were also on display and staff were ​available to provide more information in the Atrium of City Hall from Oct​ober 23 to November 20,​​ and during the Winter Lights Festival on the evening of November 15.

A survey was launched on October 23 and was available until November 20. Residents were asked to provide feedback and vote on their preferred realignment option. 

Staff will ​presenting resident feedback and the results of the survey at a Council Workshop in December. A final report, which will include the feedback and results of the survey, will be considered by Council in Q1 2025. ​​