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Front cover photo: Walk Off The Earth performs onstage at Brampton Canada Day celebrations in Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park Back cover photo: Canada 150 Brampton – Find an event or list your own event at brampton.ca/canada150 YOUR CITY TO EXPLORE A VISITORS’ GUIDE TO BRAMPTON. Plan where to go and what to do with our 2017 Visitor Guide to Brampton’s attractions and activities.

This Guide points you to our city’s most popular sites, things to see and local treasures to explore right here in our backyard.

Find what interests you most, from a foodie’s bounty of unique restaurants and diverse cuisines, to a thrill seeker’s medley ranging from tree-top adventures to the roar of an indoor racetrack.

Take in a free concert or movie in Garden Square. Visit our seasonal Downtown Farmers’ Market one Saturday morning. Go ice-skating under the stars and holiday lights.

Take note of special Canada 150 exhibitions and events planned all year, and the opportunity to see distinctive historic sites.

Find ideas inside, based on a range of popular interests – or you could try something for the first time!

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WELCOME OUR CITY NEIGHBOURHOODS TO BRAMPTON What’s new & notable Check out great local attractions

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DOWNTOWN TRAVEL ESSENTIALS FEATURED LISTINGS Our hub of culture How to get here and These Brampton- and entertainment where to stay: Travel focused members of tips to help you Tourism Toronto bring get around you cultural attractions, entertainment & more

CELEBRATE Come to our Party! There’s a whole year to celebrate Canada’s 150th! brampton.ca/canada150 » See back cover.

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THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW! Use our guide to discover all the sights, sounds, food, events 22 and fun things to do in and around Brampton.

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WELCOME TO BRAMPTON BRAMPTON IS ONE OF CANADA’S FASTEST GROWING, UNIQUE DESTINATIONS! Whether you are here for business or to celebrate or explore, use this guide to discover our friendly, inviting and uniquely diverse city.

Celebrate Canada’s 150th year of Confederation while enjoying what makes us special – restaurants that boast an array of global flavours, cultural vibrancy that is found in our historic downtown, our beautiful parks and neighbourhoods, and our premier arts, culture and entertainment destinations. New in our city this year – a rock climbing facility and a redesigned waterpark.

Our city is young, diverse and culturally active. With an expanded line-up of events, festivals and entertainment, there’s always Our city is young, something exciting to do in Brampton. The city’s well-connected public transit diverse and culturally makes it easy for you to sample attractions across the city. active. With an expanded line-up of events, festivals We hope this guide entices you to explore our city’s tourist attractions, attend or and entertainment, there’s participate in our sport tournaments, share a meal at one of our many restaurants, or always something exciting leisurely enjoy our extensive greenspace and park trails. to do in Brampton. Visit Canada’s ninth largest city! With so much to do, you will need to visit us more than once!

Linda Jeffrey Mayor, City of Brampton

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ENJOY OUR ATTRACTIONS TOURISM TORONTO IS PROUD TO PARTNER WITH THE CITY OF BRAMPTON TO PROMOTE THIS DYNAMIC CITY AND ITS UNIQUE PLACE IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA (GTA) AND THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO AS ONE OF OUR FASTEST-GROWING COMMUNITIES. Long known as “Flower City”, Brampton is recognized for its ample natural attractions, parks, sports and recreational facilities, galleries, museums, and family-focused activities.

I hope you’ll enjoy great events and experiences here, from food to music to film and community festivals.

Johanne R. Bélanger President and CEO, Tourism Toronto

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ABOUT BRAMPTON

THE NINTH LARGEST CITY IN CANADA, BRAMPTON CELEBRATES A DIVERSE POPULATION THAT REPRESENTS PEOPLE FROM 209 DISTINCT ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS WHO SPEAK 89 DIFFERENT LANGUAGES. Brampton residents and visitors have access to state-of-the-art recreation facilities and one of the fastest-growing transit systems in Canada. For more information visit brampton.ca or follow @CityBrampton on Twitter.

34.7 YEARS » YOUNGEST MEDIAN AGE OF CANADA’S LARGEST CITIES 600,000 PEOPLE & RISING! 2ND 209 CULTURES FASTEST GROWING & 89 LANGUAGES CITY IN CANADA

OPENING 2017 / NEW LANDMARKS There’s more to see and do at Watch for the unveiling of the Springdale Gore Meadows Community Centre Library and Community Park mid-year and Library (10150 The Gore Rd.) thanks (Bramalea Rd. at Dewside Dr.). Its innovative to an exciting expansion. Splash around in design plans earned a Canadian the new aquatic centre that has two pools, Architect Award. a waterslide and a Tarzan rope. Seasonal outdoor attractions include a spray pad and skating rink.

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Award-winning design of Brampton's new Springdale Library and Community Park

All Aboard Our Innovation Corridor The supercluster of tech companies and startups that stretch from Toronto through Brampton-Guelph-Kitchener-Waterloo is Canada’s Innovation Corridor – our own Silicon Valley. Ontario has plans to link it A NEW “U” ON THE WAY with all-day, two-way GO Transit service Attention future grads: Brampton is on electric trains in the near future. gearing up for a new university. The In the meantime, existing GO Transit bus city was chosen by Ontario as the site of new postsecondary facilities focused and rail service in Brampton has already on science, technology, engineering, stepped up with more frequent trips arts and mathematics. Brampton is and station enhancements. already home to Sheridan College and gotransit.com Algoma U at Brampton.

GO, CANADETTES! YOUR BIG FIVE-O In the world of women’s and girls’ hockey, Brampton is second to none. The world’s largest and longest-running female hockey tournament, the Canadette’s Easter Tournament, celebrates its 50th year in 2017! Since 1967, the Brampton Canadettes have hosted this event attracting players from around the world, including England, Switzerland, Japan, Kazakhstan and Russia. Welcome to the thousands of players and spectators who will fill our arenas for more than 600 games. April 13 – 16, 2017 bramptoncanadettes.com

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Explore Our NEIGHBOURHOODS

Brampton is a city of neighbourhoods that appeals to a wide range of tastes and lifestyles, from luxury estates, to family-friendly communities, to urban condos and apartments in our vibrant downtown. Here are just a few of the areas worth exploring:

MOUNT PLEASANT VILLAGE. CASTLEMORE. This suburban area in Mobility is key in this transit-focused the northeast corner of the city has several urban community built around a new new residential developments, and is Mount Pleasant GO commuter train station, known for its large and luxurious estate an inter-city rail line, transit, and great homes built on the shores and ravines recreational paths and space to walk, bike along the Humber River. and play. At its heart is Mount Pleasant Village Square, served by a library and CHURCHVILLE. This rural hamlet in community centre in a restored historic the southwest corner of the city, deep in CPR train station. DON’T MISS: Look for the Credit River Valley, has been designated unique goods sold by artisans at the Village a heritage community. First settled 200 Market every Thursday evening from years ago, a number of original timber- June 22 to October 5. frame buildings survive to this day. The community is steeped in history – some BRAMALEA. Canada’s first model families have been here for generations. suburb, founded in the 1960s, has grown up into a diverse collection of family-oriented DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON. Brampton’s communities. Attractions include the urban core is a welcoming, pedestrian- exciting retail shops of Bramalea City friendly destination for shopping, dining Centre, year-round activities at Donald M. and enjoying vibrant cultural attractions Gordon Chinguacousy Park and a GO station any time of the year. Graced by tranquil for easy access from around the region. parks, historic homes and tree-lined DON’T MISS: Mount Ching! You can ski, streets, it is also home to a growing number snowboard or go tubing, right in the city of residents drawn by all the great local in Brampton’s destination park. amenities. DON’T MISS: Garden Square, The Rose Theatre, PAMA and more! For details, turn the page.

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Castlemore's new Gore Meadows aquatic centre

DON’T MISS: Check out the new aquatic centre at Gore Meadows Community Centre in Castlemore, next to a kid-friendly park with seasonal spray pads and a skating rink.

Downtown Brampton Alderlea

Churchville

Mount Pleasant Village Square

DON’T MISS: The new public work of art to be unveiled in Sid Manser Park in 2017, in honour of Churchville’s 200th anniversary. Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park

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CITY LIFE THERE’S ALWAYS MORE TO SEE AND DO IN BRAMPTON’S VIBRANT URBAN CORE – A PRIME DESTINATION FOR ENTERTAINMENT, SHOPPING, DINING AND MORE. HERE ARE SOME OF THE TOP SPOTS DOWNTOWN.

MAIN STREET Many fine heritage buildings and mature SAVE THE DATES trees give character to Brampton’s historic Signature events in 2017 hosted by the downtown Main Street that leads into the Downtown Brampton BIA hub of a lively commercial district, cultural attractions, local restaurants and more. JUNE 1 – AUGUST 31 Thursday Night Concert Series LANEWAYS in Gage Park Take a side trip off Main Street to discover art-filled laneways lined with shops and JULY 20 – 22 cafés. Bring a chess set to challenge a match Classic Cars Celebration on the open-air tables in Vivian Lane Chess Park [MAP ID: 62]. Chat with friendly local SEPTEMBER 9 merchants on quaint McArter Lane. Live Art Competition

GAGE PARK FALL 2017 A landmark gazebo and gardens define A Taste of Downtown Brampton Brampton’s oldest municipal park (designated in 1903), at the southwest BEGINNING NOVEMBER 17 corner of Main St. S. and Wellington St. W. Downtown Brampton Seasonal attractions include a summer Christmas Market wading pool and a winter skating trail. Events include concerts, Brampton Rotary » SEE FULL DETAILS Club’s Annual “Rib ’n’ Roll”, Classic Cars and browse more events on page 16. Celebration weekend and more. Visit downtownbramptonbia.ca. brampton.ca/parks

WHERE TO PARK After 7pm and on weekends: Free parking in five downtown municipal parking garages. See a Map! On weekdays, the first hour is free. There’s also a lot of on-street pay parking. Turn to page 69 for a handy map of Downtown Brampton.

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Movie Night

Garden SQUARE

At the corner of Main and Queen, Brampton’s Garden Square is a lively civic gathering space that buzzes with activity.

MAP ID: 77 / 12 Main St. N.

BRING YOUR FRIENDS » Pull up a chair at the patio tables. Meet up with friends. Bring the family. Enjoy food, culture and fun any time of year. 2016 Euro Cup Final ENJOY FREE ENTERTAINMENT » Look up at the LED screen as Garden Square Live brings a variety of programming from 7am to 11pm daily. Our big screen brings Downtown Brampton to life.

BE SOCIAL » Make use of our free Wi-Fi to snap a selfie for Facebook or Twitter. Be sure to use the hashtag #GardenSQ.

ATTEND AN EVENT » Popular city events include CeleBRAMPTON (June 10), the Saturday Farmers’ Market (June 17 – Oct. 7), The Harvest Market (Oct. 14 – Nov. 4), The Great Pumpkin Party (Nov. 1), the Christmas Market (beginning on Nov. 17) and New Year’s Eve. See our calendar on page 16 for more details.

GREAT PROGRAMMING EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK!

MONDAYS. Film, video, social media and up-and-coming talent with a local connection. TUESDAYS. Celebrating Canada’s 150 with activities and entertainment. WEDNESDAYS. Live music by emerging Brampton artists. THURSDAYS. Favourite throwback blockbuster movies. FRIDAYS. A musical double bill of local performers and featured headliners. SATURDAY MORNING COMMUNITY SHOWCASE. June 17 – Oct. 7 during the Farmers’ Market. SATURDAY MOVIES UNDER THE STARS. 7pm and 9pm showings. SUNDAYS. Watch the Blue Jays on the big screen. » FOR DETAILS AND TIMES, GO TO brampton.ca/gardensquare

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Look no further than the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) for a great line-up of exhibits, family activities, unique events and hands-on fun for kids of all ages.

While 2017 celebrates Canada’s birthday, this year is also the 150th anniversary of Peel County and PAMA’s Courthouse and Jail Buildings. Come celebrate all year long with great exhibitions, programs and events!

This beautifully restored heritage complex preserves an authentic jailhouse, courthouse and land registry office in a landmark attraction that engages history buffs, art lovers and young people with entertaining and informative programming.

Looking for a unique See more PAMA arts and cultural highlights gift idea? on page 33 of our guide, or Stop by the PAMA Store, featuring the crafts and visit pama.peelregion.ca designs of local, regional and national artists. for a full schedule. » MAP ID: 4 9 Wellington St. E. / 905.791.4055

CULTURE DAYS SEPTEMBER 31 – OCTOBER 1 »» Free Admission Weekend! Make PAMA one of your stops during this fantastic annual cultural event! Enjoy live performances, special tours and hands-on creative activities. Culture Days at PAMA

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CELEBRATING 12 YEARS IN 2017!

The Tea Party

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See the big names of today and the bright stars of tomorrow in a magnificent, state- of-the-art performing arts complex that Spirit of India showcases world-class entertainment in the heart of Downtown Brampton.

The Rose Theatre Brampton features two performance halls with great sightlines designed to host live theatre, musical theatre, dance, cultural events, concerts, and corporate and social functions.

Each season brings a fresh crop of artistic Tribute to the Legends of Reggae excellence and diversity. Whether you’re into comedy or dance, rock or jazz, show tunes or the symphony, this venue features a wide variety of local and international performers to ensure there’s something for everyone, young or old.

Visit The Rose Theatre Brampton’s website to view its exciting 2017 schedule and purchase tickets. rosetheatre.ca

» MAP ID: 5 1 Theatre Ln. / 905.874.2800 Barenaked Ladies arrive October 6, 2017

TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA | 13 PLAN YOUR VISIT EXPERIENCE THE VERY BEST OF BRAMPTON, FROM THE GLOBAL FLAVOURS OF OUR DIVERSE CUISINE SCENE TO THE THRILL OF SPORTS EVENTS AND YEAR-ROUND CELEBRATIONS IN HONOUR OF CANADA’S 150TH.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS 16 FOR FOODIES 22 FOR THRILL SEEKERS 28 FOR ART LOVERS 32 FOR FILM & MEDIA CREATORS 36 FOR MAKERS & INNOVATORS 40 FOR SHOPPERS 42 FOR NATURE LOVERS 44 FOR SPORTS FANS 50 FOR HISTORY ENTHUSIASTS 54

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CALENDAR What's on Now! Find up-to-the-minute OF EVENTS event listings at brampton.ca/calendar TIME YOUR VISIT TO EXPERIENCE ONE OF BRAMPTON’S SIGNATURE FESTIVALS OR FEATURED EVENTS.

APRIL MAY 11 – 22 BMO IFFSA TORONTO 2017 » PIFF APRIL 13 –16 The largest South Asian film festival in 50TH CANADETTES EASTER TOURNAMENT North America showcases feature films, The world’s largest annual women’s hockey documentaries and short films on themes tournament. Spectators welcome. of South Asian cultures and identities. Screenings and concerts take place bramptoncanadettes.com in Brampton. iffsatoronto.com APRIL 19 NATIONAL CANADIAN FILM DAY 150 Celebrate Canada’s 150th by watching MAY 26 – 28 a great Canadian film! Reel Canada presents ROTARY RIB ’N’ ROLL in partnership with the City of Brampton The 13th annual Rotary Rib ’n’ Roll ribfest is and the . Brampton’s first major event of the summer. canadianfilmday.ca ribnroll.com

MAY MAY 27 BRAMPTON FOLK CLUB MAY 1 – 7 ANNUAL SHOWCASE CONCERT NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK Celebrating its 20th Anniversary, the Brampton Kick off a week of events and activities Folk Club caps off its ongoing series with in Garden Square at a launch party on a showcase at St. Paul’s United Church. Monday, May 1. bramptonfolk.ca brampton.ca JUNE MAY 4 – 7 FOLD FESTIVAL JUNE 2 – 4 The Festival of Literary Diversity (FOLD) 25TH ANNUAL JOHN MCCAULEY celebrates Canadian storytellers in downtown MEMORIAL LACROSSE TOURNAMENT Brampton over four days of vibrant events. One of Canada’s premier Box Lacrosse thefoldcanada.org tournaments celebrates 25 years. Spectators welcome. MAY 7 & 14 bramptonlacrosse.ca MOTHER’S DAY TEA AT BOVAIRD HOUSE Celebrate a special day in a historic setting, JUNE 11 with tea as it should be served. (Buy tickets BRAMPTON BLOOMS » A FLOWER SHOW in advance.) Presented by the Brampton Horticultural Society bovairdhouse.ca at the Flower City Seniors Recreation Centre. bramptonhort.org

JUNE 24 BIKE THE CREEK bikebrampton.ca

16 | TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA JUNE 10 » CELEBRAMPTON Kick off summer in the city as Brampton residents and visitors enjoy a day of free entertainment and family fun in Downtown Brampton. The event features world music and global flavours all day long. brampton.ca/events

Brampton’s signature events are recognized among the 2017 Top 100 festivals and events by Festivals & Events Ontario!

JULY 1 » CANADA DAY Come celebrate Canada’s 150th year in Brampton at Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park! Residents and visitors can enjoy a day of family fun activities, live entertainment and a headlining performance certain to rock your socks off. The night is capped off by a fantastic fireworks display. Last year’s event drew over 75,000 people! brampton.ca/events

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WEEKLY EVENTS DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET » Saturday Mornings June 17 – October 7 DOWNTOWN HARVEST MARKET » Saturday Mornings October 14 – November 4 MOUNT PLEASANT VILLAGE MARKET » Thursday Evenings June 22 – October 5 brampton.ca/bramptonfarmersmarket

JULY JULY 20 – 22 CLASSIC CARS CELEBRATION JULY 2 The weekend kicks off with a concert in Gage Park and then continues with events downtown CELEBRATE CANADA’S 150TH AT BOVAIRD HOUSE including Jazz on George Street, parties in the Historic Bovaird House & Brampton Historical laneways, and a concert in Garden Square. The Society open their doors for an afternoon of grand finale: The Classic Cars Parade on Sunday. festivities topped off with fresh strawberries and ice cream. downtownbramptonbia.ca bovairdhouse.ca AUGUST JULY 13 – 16 AUGUST 16 – 20 2017 SPECIAL OLYMPICS ONTARIO SUMMER GAMES SOFTBALL CANADA – U14 GIRLS JAMBOREE & Powerade Centre hosts the Opening and SENIOR WOMEN’S GRAND CHAMPIONSHIPS Closing Ceremonies for this region-wide event. Brampton hosts two exciting Canadian Championship events, as athletes vie for the title specialolympics2017games.com of National Champion. Spectators welcome. softball.ca JULY 14 – 16 CARABRAM – BRAMPTON’S MULTICULTURAL FRIENDSHIP FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER One of Canada’s oldest cultural festivals celebrates its 35th year with more than SEPTEMBER 1 75 cultural pavilions across the city. INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC IN THE PARK: carabram.org FINAL CONCERT inspirationalmusic.org JULY 14 –15 SEPTEMBER 9 VIBRANT BRAMPTON LIVE ART COMPETITION This performing arts festival celebrates the culture of South Asia while promoting Witness art come to life before your eyes in a message of unity, strength and diversity locations all around Downtown Brampton. in Canada’s multicultural community. downtownbramptonbia.ca vibrantfestcanada.com SEPTEMBER 14 – 17 An event for the whole family! Activities include: demolition derby, Campbell’s midway, horse LIVE THEATRE & CONCERTS shows, dog shows, baby show, agricultural Come see a live show at one of education area, vendors, livestock shows, and Brampton’s Theatres – a schedule antique and classic car show. of ticketed events can be found bramptonfair.com at rosetheatre.ca

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SEPTEMBER 29 – 30 & OCTOBER 1 » CULTURE DAYS & DOORS OPEN BRAMPTON Culture Days is a collaborative, Canada-wide volunteer movement to raise the awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement of all Canadians in arts and culture. This year the weekend coincides with Doors Open (September 30 only), bringing a variety of activities held in unique buildings all around the city, as well as the Brampton Arts Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony on September 30. brampton.ca/culturedays or culturedays.ca

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OCTOBER NOVEMBER 18 SANTA CLAUS PARADE OCTOBER 14, 21 & 28 Santa comes to town in this annual evening DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON GHOST WALKS parade through the Downtown Brampton Discover ten different haunting locations in core. Find a spot along Main Street and Downtown Brampton during these 90-minute see twinkling floats, marching bands and Ghost Walks beginning in Gage Park. over 200 costumed characters! afterdarktour.com bramptonsantaclausparade.com

OCTOBER 28 DECEMBER LOAF ’N’ LADLE PIONEER SUPPER Enjoy a pioneer supper featuring simple recipes DECEMBER 2 – 3 from long ago, in the warm glow of lamp lights and firelight at Bovaird House. (Buy tickets in VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE & GIFT SHOW advance.) Visit historic Bovaird House and browse its bovairdhouse.ca Carriage House Gift Shop for handmade gifts by local artisans. Afterwards, relax and sip FALL 2017 mulled cider in front of a yuletide fire in Mossie’s Tea Room. A TASTE OF DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON bovairdhouse.ca Come and taste Downtown Brampton’s culinary diversity, feeding the foodie within with exceptional experiences and special offers from some of the best restaurants. + downtownbramptonbia.ca ARTS EVENTS See exhibit highlights on page 33 NOVEMBER MORE SPORTS NOVEMBER 1 See more 2017 tournaments on page 50 THE GREAT PUMPKIN PARTY DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON BIA Residents and friends bring their pumpkins Runs a number of events throughtout the to Garden Square to light them one last time. year. See more events on page 10 and visit Enjoy free crafts and warm apple cider! downtownbramptonbia.ca. brampton.ca/events

NOVEMBER 11 REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE & PARADE BEFORE YOU GO, PLEASE CHECK EVENT WEBSITES AS TIMES AND DATES brampton.ca/events MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON CHRISTMAS MARKET Enjoy an evening of festive entertainment, The 6th Annual Christmas Market kicks off on family activities and the main event – November 17 with the Christmas Tree Lighting the lighting of the 60-foot spruce tree! and is the best way to start the holiday season. Be sure to check out the Christmas Market It features a variety of vendors, live entertainment, in Garden Square while there. food, horse-drawn carriage rides and more! brampton.ca/events

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DECEMBER 31 » NEW YEAR’S EVE Celebrate the end of Canada’s 150th year in Downtown Brampton with a Kids’ Zone, featuring fun-filled activities, interactive demonstrations, skating and marshmallow roasting in Gage Park. The Garden Square Concert Zone highlights headline bands and TWO fireworks shows to ring in the New Year! brampton.ca/nye

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J. Red & Co Food + Drink WORLDLY PLEASURES GOING OUT FOR BRUNCH OR DINNER? A QUICK BITE TO TRY SOMETHING NEW? BRAMPTON’S RESTAURANT SCENE WELCOMES YOU WITH EXCITING INTERNATIONAL FLAVOURS – AND A PROUDLY CANADIAN TWIST. When it comes to cuisine, Brampton’s urban food scene is as diverse and adventurous as our population. Global flavours fuse and combine across nationalities, from street food to market-fresh fare to fine dining.

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Yes, Chef... MEET TWO CELEBRITY CHEFS ADDING SPICE TO THE BRAMPTON RESTAURANT SCENE

JASON ROSSO RANVEER BRAR Three decades before opening his new One of India’s best-known celebrity chefs, Downtown Brampton eatery J. Red & Co Ranveer Brar has brought his enthusiasm Food + Drink (341 Main St. N.), Chef Jason and culinary expertise to Canada to develop Rosso worked his first kitchen jobs in the the menu and concept for Mayura Inspired same neighbourhood. Indian Cuisine in Brampton (200 County Court Blvd.). In the following years, Chef Rosso – who you may know as co-host of Food Network’s The new fine dining establishment focuses on “Restaurant Makeover” or from “Recipe to both traditional Indian and fusion fare, aiming Riches” – has honed a distinctive style to to present a fresh twist to the familiar South win accolades in several top Canadian dining Asian palate. establishments. Fans of lifestyle television may recognize Chef Rosso is happy to call Brampton Chef Brar from India's food channel shows home (again!), this time to offer a dining and appearances as a judge on “MasterChef experience that hails the best of Canada and India.” Brar has had restaurants in Boston and its influential ethnically diverse cuisine. India, but Mayura is the first in Canada.

CHEF ROSSO’S LOCAL FAMILY FAVORITE “PHO DAU BO VIETNAMESE NOODLE HOUSE” (at 20 Gillingham Dr.)

DOWNTOWN DINING: WHAT’S NEW A MAPLE LEAF FOREVER: Wendel Clark’s Classic Grill and Sports Bar is now open in Downtown Brampton (36 Main St. N.) steps from Garden Square.

ROOFTOP RETREAT: Downtown’s first rooftop patio can be found atop the three-levelCarve on Lot 5 (15 Main St. N.).

STILL HUNGRY? Browse a directory of downtown restaurants at downtownbramptonbia.ca

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An Urban Bounty » Visit the region’s biggest and best farmers’ market. Sample Brampton’s finest ingredients at one of our open-air markets and enjoy food, festivities and fun. From seasonal markets in the heart of the city to year-round country attractions, it’s worth a visit just for the food! Buy farm-fresh fruits and veggies from across Peel Region and Southern Ontario, wine, baked goods, honey, meat and prepared foods. The festive scene extends to live music in the adjacent Garden Square as well as artists selling locally made crafts.

DOWNTOWN HARVEST MARKET DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET SATURDAY MORNINGS SATURDAY MORNINGS OCTOBER 14 – NOVEMBER 4 JUNE 17 – OCTOBER 7 GARDEN SQUARE GARDEN SQUARE, MAIN & QUEEN STREETS MOUNT PLEASANT VILLAGE MARKET Every Saturday from 7am until 1pm, thousands of local residents and visitors from THURSDAY EVENINGS across the Greater Toronto Area gather at JUNE 22 – OCTOBER 5 Main and Queen Street to buy fresh, locally VILLAGE SQUARE, 100 COMMUTER DR. grown produce, hand-made crafts, preserves, With an emphasis on artisan-made goods baked goods and more from over 90 vendors. and crafts and local businesses, this friendly, It’s a great place to meet up with family connected community market runs on early or friends. Thursday evenings through the summer.

COUNTRY MARKETS THE BIG’R APPLE FARM Pick seasonally: apples, strawberries, THE APPLE FACTORY pumpkins, snow peas, squash, sweet peas Country grocer, open year-round » MAP ID: 37 10024 Mississauga Rd. 8672 Heritage Rd. » MAP ID: 44 647.929.5408 905.846.3715 CARL LAIDLAW ORCHARDS applefactory.com Pick seasonally: apples, pears PRINCE OF WALES COUNTRY MARKET 9496 Heritage Rd. Produce, baked goods and more, 905.456.2095 open year-round » MAP ID: 38 » MAP ID: 41 carllaidlaworchards.ca 2548 Embleton Rd. ORCHALAW FARM 905.455.8136 Pick seasonally: apples, pears, pumpkins, squash » MAP ID: 40 PICK-YOUR-OWN FARMS 9726 Heritage Rd. AL FERRI AND SONS 905.456.1879 COUNTRY APPLE STORE orchalawfarms.com Pick your own: apples, strawberries SUNNY ACRE FARMS » MAP ID: 36 Pick seasonally: raspberries 8605 Heritage Rd. 905.455.8202 » MAP ID: 43 9519 Winston Churchill Blvd. 905.867.5629 sunnyacrefarms.com

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TOP 5S FROM FIND OUT WHAT’S NEW AND BUZZING IN BRAMPTON’S FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT SCENE ON INBRAMPTON.COM. WE ASKED THE TEAM’S WRITERS TO SHARE THEIR SUGGESTIONS FOR TOP 5 PLACES TO EAT.

TOP 5 Highlights include a trademark Karadjordjeva UNIQUE CUISINES schnitzel: a deep fried pork roll filled with Brampton is known for global cuisines Serbian-style cream cheese – a personal fave thanks to a vast and varied food scene that of this InBrampton writer! A great spot to reflects a vibrant, multicultural population. hit for quality late night eats (open until From western comfort food to savoury Indian midnight except on Monday and Sunday) treats, the city has it covered. Here’s a and a lively atmosphere. As owner Vera says Top 5 compiled by the savvy tasters at on her website: “We eat crazy beautiful food, inbrampton.com: we drink, we swear, and we laugh...simple.” 10 Main St. S. 1. LA CATRINA 905.497.2001 Authentic Mexican food in downtown Brampton: This family-owned restaurant uses queengypsybrampton.ca recipes from “La Abuela” – the grandmother – 4. SUL IRMAOS SMOKEHOUSE and ingredients that capture the essence of Mexico. The menu offers a wide selection, This downtown restaurant specializes in from tacos to ceviche to house-made mole Portuguese southern fusion cuisine and is dishes. For dessert, try traditional churros or best known for its smoked meat (featured on the Pastel De Tres Leches (vanilla sponge cake the Food Network’s “You Gotta Eat Here”). soaked in three milks, filled with peach); Must-try dishes include the beef eater (slow a favourite of the InBrampton team! smoked brisket, deep fried okra and shrimp, and collard greens) and the pulled pork and 35 Queen St. W. “beanasaurus” (southern slow smoked pulled 905.497.1766 pork, mama’s chili, fresh cut creamy coleslaw, lacatrinamexicanfood.com and fried mac and cheese bites). 73 George St. S. 2. POUTINE DARE TO BE FRESH 905.216.8939 This downtown staple brings a taste of Quebec to the Flower City. Offerings include sulirmaos.com Mediterranean poutine (topped with feta 5. THE APPLE FACTORY curds, sun-dried tomatoes and kalmata olives), Krabby Patty & Shrimp poutine (crispy Who doesn’t love good ol’ fashioned crab patty, breaded shrimp and caper mayo), traditional apple pie made with the freshest and even a breakfast poutine (fried eggs and ingredients sourced locally? If you’re in the Canadian back bacon). Other options include mood for homemade and country-fresh, classics like Montreal smoked meat and this is the place to go. Cure your fix for “steamie” hotdogs. something sweet or savoury with the choice of over a dozen different kinds of pies. 20 Main St. S. The shop also serves freshly baked tarts and 289.752.3615 bread (you might also find candy apples, poutinedaretobefresh.ca just so you know!). 10024 Mississauga Rd. 3. QUEEN GYPSY 905.846.3715 Authentic Serbian cuisine based on family recipes handed down through generations. applefactory.com

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3. THE KHANA SUTRA TOP 5 FOR DATE NIGHTS This spacious restaurant boasts an expansive, To choose the perfect place to bring a date, delicious menu, playful decor and relaxing you have to keep a few things in mind: the live music that augments a romantic meal. food has to be on point and the atmosphere Service is friendly and attentive, and food equally enticing. If you're planning a special is a cut above typical Indian fare. Sharable night, here are five great local spots, favourites include lime prawn pakoras and according to inbrampton.com: Bharwaan Tandoori mushroom caps. Make an impression by trying the Shehnai Ghosht 1. J. RED & CO FOOD + DRINK entrée (lamb roasted with cardamom) along A delightful atmosphere and innovative menu with moist garlic naan. make this one a gem. Chef Jason Rosso is the 2452 Queen St. E. mastermind behind the menu (see page 23 905.789.7999 to learn more), known for his unique twist thekhanasutra.com on the familiar. What's more fun than tasting something new on a date?! Try the smoked 4. BUCATINI RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR cheddar mac and cheese or crispy, fried This modern Italian resto and wine bar (wine cauliflower “wings”. Even if you find you have is always good on a date!) has been around nothing in common, you can still talk about for nearly five years. As you walk in, you’ll this food! notice contemporary décor and the sign that 341 Main St. N. reads “Bucatinis” in the middle of the room. 905.866.5733 Suitable for either a casual dinner or a fancy jredandco.com date night, you can opt to sit at a high top table or a more romantic booth. 2. ARIA BISTRO AND LOUNGE 170 Bovaird Dr. W., Unit 16 This elegant dining room is located in the 905.459.6777 historic Walter E. Calvert house. If impeccable bucatinirestaurant.com service is key to your special occasion, expect to be waited on by no less than three people 5. SUSHI HOUSE through your meal. Hospitality is warm and Who says sushi can't be romantic? personal – you'll be greeted with a smile This Japanese restaurant is both good- and offered a genuine thank you when you looking and inviting, featuring booths on leave. A pleasing menu covers everything one side and private dining rooms on the from seafood to steaks to lamb chops to an other. The seating offers ample privacy in escargot app. a cozy setting. As far as the menu goes, the 485 Main St. N. food is on point to satisfy – especially with 905.451.2600 the complimentary crunchy noodle soup ariabrampton.com that kicks off every meal! 135 Main St. N. 905.457.4882 sushihousebrampton.ca

DINNER AND A SHOW! Enjoy a meal before or after a show at the Rose Theatre Brampton: Patrons receive discounts at select downtown restaurants. See rosetheatre.ca for details.

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benedicts or a cool TOP 5 BREAKFAST SPOTS concoction comprised With lots of great breakfast spots, Brampton of a moist croissant, egg is known to have a few iconic greasy spoons, and cheese. You'll leave homegrown diners and quaint family restos. full and happy – just If you wake up hungry in the morning this is remember to specifically a good city to be in! Here are the five best, ask for those amazing as selected by inbrampton.com reviewers: shredded hash browns. You'll never want regular 1. FLIPS home fries again. This breakfast joint gets packed to the rafters on weekends. It serves up all the breakfast 4 McLaughlin Rd. S. classics as well as generous combo platters 905.459.4807 that will satisfy your appetite (and may 4. AJ’S FAMILY RESTAURANT “cure” hangovers!). While it's easy enough to find greasy spoons that serve a solid Tucked away in an industrial plaza, this breakfast game, it's rare to find one that’s low-key place is easy to miss but more than so consistently tasty. No wonder it attracts worth a look. The casual family resto features everyone from families to couples to students comforting, classic dishes – including a rich who stayed up late the night before. and creamy smoked salmon eggs benedict and a Hungry Man breakfast (three eggs, two 575 Main St. N. strips of bacon, one piece of ham and two 905.452.8188 sausages). Portions are generous and service is friendly and attentive. All in all, a sweet 2. JOHN’S FAMILY RESTAURANT breakfast spot. If you want to hit this hotspot on a Saturday or Sunday, be prepared to wait a few minutes 1 Regan Rd. for a table. This tasty establishment is known 905.840.6558 for serving breakfast, brunch, and Greek 5. GIGGLING TOMATOES and Italian fare. A beyond ordinary smoked salmon benny is heavy on both fish and This quick-service chain (three locations in the flavour, topped with a memorable hollandaise. city) combines counter service and traditional Other staples are perfectly prepared and table service, making it an ideal stop if you’re wonderfully filling. Breakfast potatoes are in a rush. The menu has a generous selection exceptional, comprised of the real deal – no of traditional breakfast food, from omelettes to store-bought cubes here! pancakes. The food is comforting, tasty and satisfying – as well as incredibly affordable. 1 Fisherman Dr. 905.840.8888 7920 Hurontario St. 905.216.1659 3. STACY LEE’S FAMILY RESTAURANT gigglingtomatoes.com Dramatically understated on the outside and spartan inside, Stacy Lee’s thrives by serving hearty breakfast fare and shredded hash browns. Choose from straight up bacon and eggs, pancakes, waffles, French toast,

TOP 5S NEARBY Use your mobile browser to automatically locate inbrampton.com’s Top 5 restaurant picks and New Openings within 5 miles of your location while you are in the city. inbrampton.com/nearby

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READY, SET – GO FOR IT! FEED YOUR NEED FOR ADRENALIN WITH UNIQUE ACTIVITIES, FROM FAST CARS AND HIGH-FLYING, TO MIND-BENDING GAMES AND ESCAPES, TO TREKKING IN TREETOPS AND CLIMBING A WALL. YES, YOU CAN DO ALL THAT, RIGHT HERE! Check out these exciting attractions in Brampton with activities that teens, thrill seekers and high achievers will love. Or, how about a cool idea for a birthday party or team get-together? Book ahead for your group!

Battle Archery Glowzone 360

AEROSPORTS TRAMPOLINE FORMULA KARTWAYS PARKS BRAMPTON Experience the thrill of racing in the safety Bounce to your heart’s content in a of a controlled indoor track. Racers must trampoline park where you can play an be 13 or older. Book your race time by ultimate game of dodge ball, try out a calling ahead. bounce board and sign up for aerobic » MAP ID: 67 classes. Young children and toddlers 79 Bramsteele Rd. have their own separate foam pit and 905.459.1073 trampoline area. formulakartways.com » MAP ID: 64 100 Westcreek Blvd. GLOWZONE 360 905.796.2376 Challenge yourself to a game of aerosportsparks.ca/brampton 18-hole glow-in-the-dark mini golf, wild mission-based game of laser tag BATTLE ARCHERY or some of the hottest new arcade Groups of arrow-wielding teams fill games – all set in the otherworldly the 8,000-sq.-ft. field. A variety of glow of a black-lit environment. elimination-style games are available. » MAP ID: 66 All safety equipment is provided on-site 9446 McLaughlin Rd. N., Unit 7 and the arrows are sturdy and soft-tipped, 905.497.4569 so everyone can safely target opponents. glowzone360.com A lounge area offers board games. » MAP ID: 65 8052 Torbram Rd. 647.297.6989 battlearchery.com

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Stryke Target Range

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HOUSE OF CARDS BOARD GAME CAFÉ If your idea of adventure is a roll of the dice, live it up at this casual board game café in Downtown Brampton at Main and Queen Street. » MAP ID: 68 12 Queen St. E. 905.216.6768 houseofcardsbgc.com

LASER QUEST AND KEY QUEST Practice your stealth moves in this high-tech combination of tag and hide-and-seek inside in a large, multi-level arena with specialty lighting, fog and music. Key Quest is a live-action escape room experience presented by Laser Quest. Choose from adventures that draw on quick thinking and puzzle- solving skills. » MAP ID: 9 241 Clarence St. 905.456.9999 laserquest.com

PAINTBALL NATION Take aim at Brampton’s outdoor paintball facility, which is open to the public Saturdays and Sundays from spring to fall – or the space can be booked for private events for groups of 20 or more, any time and day of the week. » MAP ID: 70 7575 Kennedy Rd. S. 647.707.8476 paintballnation.ca

CHINGUACOUSY PARK Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park is Brampton’s go-to destination park for active people. Its tremendous seasonal sport facilities include a ski and snowboard hill, a fabulous new skating trail and – for the ultimate thrill seekers – a BMX/skateboard park. Plus, for all-ages entertainment, there’s a petting zoo, pony rides, mini golf, splash pads and paddle boats! » MAP ID: 6 9050 Bramalea Rd. Central Park Dr. & Queen St. E. 905.458.6555

30 | TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA WET’N’WILD WATERPARK Scheduled to open in May 2017, a massive revamp of the former Wild Water Kingdom (under new owners, Premier Parks) includes new major Wet’n’Wild attractions like the Krazy Kanuck family raft ride, a mega treehouse play structure for the kids, the Wet‘n’Wild Junior mini water park for the little ones, a bowl slide, free-fall speed slides, and the Klondike Express mat slide racer. Parents and kids will have a blast experiencing the longest and tallest drop slides in Canada and the world! » MAP ID: 63 7855 Finch Ave. W. 416.369.0123 wetnwildtoronto.com NEW for 2017!

PERPLEXITY ESCAPE GAMES TOPROCK CLIMBING You and your friends will be in a fun-filled Brampton’s first indoor rock climbing gym panic to free yourself and find the exit. is located in a freshly designed, expansive Each themed room challenges your group to 6,000-sq.-ft. facility. Its varying levels of escape different scenarios, including a criminal bouldering walls are suitable for kids and interrogation room, an eerie farmhouse, families, first time climbers and experienced a broken-down elevator running out of air rock crushers. Day passes, monthly and and a creepy motel. annual memberships are available. Consider » MAP ID: 71 Toprock for your next group event or 56 Bramsteele Rd., Unit 2 birthday party. 905.595.8583 » MAP ID: 76 perplexity.ca 284 Orenda Rd. 905.452.5444 STRYKE TARGET RANGE [email protected] Test your hand-eye coordination in this toprockclimbing.ca massive 10,000-sq.-ft. facility that features 12 short ranges for throwing axes and knives, TREETOP TREKKING BRAMPTON as well as eight long ranges for archery and Eastern Canada’s leader in treetop aerial air guns. Get ready to take aim with a group games and zip line adventures, Treetop of friends today by booking ahead. Trekking offers a unique venue for outdoor » MAP ID: 72 fun, exciting physical activity and life- 240 Clarence St., Unit 5 changing personal growth. Safely soar in 1.855.478.7953 the treetops in one of the most exciting stryke.ca outdoor adventures you’ll find in the Greater Toronto Area. Regular season: April to the end of October. » MAP ID: 11 10818 Rd. 905.970.0090 treetoptrekking.com/en/brampton

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FUEL YOUR CREATIVITY MEET LOCAL ARTISTS, CATCH A LIVE PERFORMANCE, EXPLORE GALLERIES AND EXHIBITIONS, AND BE CREATIVE.

Enjoy a performance at The Rose Theatre Brampton

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Sit back, relax and enjoy the artwork! To celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary in 2017, Brampton called on residents and artists to share their civic pride in the MUSKOKA CHAIR PROJECT. Each chair is a work of art to characterize the theme of “Strong, Proud, and Free.” Look for select chairs to be on display in public spaces across the city after the July 1 unveiling in Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park at Celebrate Canada Day Brampton.

To learn more about this design challenge and other local celebrations, visit CANADIAN CLASSIC. Named for the nearby brampton.ca/canada150. Muskoka Lakes region, this outdoor lounge chair is traditionally made of wood planks funded by: with wide arm rests.

WHAT’S ON » 2017 PAMA ART GALLERY EXHIBIT HIGHLIGHTS

TO JUNE 11 NOVEMBER 4 – JANUARY 7 WHAT MAKES THIS COUNTRY TICK: KINGSTON PORTRAIT PRIZE SELECTED WORKS BY CHARLES PACHTER Contemporary portraits by Canadian artists, A celebration of the iconic symbols and rich to develop a historical record of Canadians diversity of Canada and its people as seen by Canadians. through the eyes of contemporary Toronto artist Charles Pachter. NOVEMBER 4 – JANUARY 7 THROUGH GORDON RAYNER’S EYES: TO JUNE 11 PORTRAITS OF FAMOUS ARTISTS KOMAGATU MARU: A JOURNEY TO CANADA See 30 works by Canadian artist Gordon A photographic exhibition about the 1914 Rayner depicting admired artists Canadian story of immigration denied. including Paul Gauguin, Vincent Van Gogh, Joyce Wieland and more. SEPTEMBER 30 – NOVEMBER 26 THE BLUE GOD AND THE SERPENTS There’s more! Environmental art by Sharada K. Eswar and Visit pama.peelregion.ca to see the full a collaborative team uses images, movement exhibit schedule and admission details. and sound. 9 Wellington St. E. 905.791.4055

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ART GALLERIES BEAUX-ARTS BRAMPTON PAMA PEEL ART GALLERY, This non-profit, artist run, visual artists’ MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES (PAMA) cooperative has helped raise the profile It’s an exciting year as Peel Art Gallery, of the visual arts in Brampton for over Museum and Archives (PAMA) hosts dynamic 15 years. It operates two beautiful and exhibitions to celebrate the 150th anniversary spacious galleries plus a bright workshop of Canada, of Peel County, and of our historic on the ground floor in the Robson Block Courthouse and Jail. Come celebrate with us Building in Downtown Brampton. Walk up all year long with great exhibitions, programs to the second level to tour seven artist's and events! studios and a Hallway Gallery. Visit the website for the 2017 exhibit schedule, and to Many noted artists have roots in the Peel confirm hours and times. Admission is free. community including David Milne, William Hours are Monday to Friday, Noon – 6pm, Ronald, Ronald Bloore, Charlotte Schreiber and Saturday 9am – 3pm (stop by after the and Ted Fullerton. Initially dedicated to the Farmers’ Market). collection, preservation and promotion of » MAP ID: 1 Peel’s artistic heritage, the Art Gallery’s 70-74 Main St. N. mandate also includes high-calibre Canadian 905.454.5677 visual art and houses the largest public art collection in Peel. beaux-artsbrampton.com » MAP ID: 4 9 Wellington St. E. ARTWAY GALLERY 905.791.4055 The Artway Gallery is Visual Arts Brampton’s pama.peelregion.ca primary gallery space. Located in the northwest side of , ART GALLERY AT THE ROSE THEATRE the gallery showcases the work of the BRAMPTON organization's members, so it’s a great place A unique exhibition space on the upper to discover local and emerging artists. level of The Rose Theatre Brampton » MAP ID: 48 showcases the work of local artists. A great Shoppers World Brampton add-on for theatre patrons, visitors can 499 Main St. S. sign in at the Box Office from 10am – 6pm, 905.453.9142 Monday to Saturday. visualartsbrampton.com » MAP ID: 5 1 Theatre Ln. 905.874.2800 rosetheatre.ca

FOR TEENS: Workshops at Beaux-Arts Brampton HANDS-ON FUN are geared to the interests of young artists, from EXPRESS YOUR INNER ARTIST character design to trying different media. 70-74 Main St. N. 905.454.5677 FOR GROWN-UPS: Visual Arts Brampton hosts weekly beaux-artsbrampton.com and monthly events open to visitors for a small fee; no membership necessary. Drop-in sessions include Open FOR FAMILIES: Guide your children through Studio, Portrait Drawing and Life Drawing. Or RSVP in art projects at Peel Art Gallery, Museum and advance for programs like Paint Night evenings. Archives (PAMA) and inspire creativity! Scheduled See website for details. every Saturday and Sunday, 1pm – 4:30pm, themes 1 Bartley Bull Parkway, Suite 10 and activities change monthly. (Corner of Steeles St. W. & Main St. in Food Basics Plaza) » MAP ID: 4 905.453.9142 9 Wellington St. E. visualartsbrampton.com 905.791.4055 pama.peelregion.ca

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Spirit of India performance at The Rose Theatre Brampton

PERFORMING CYRIL CLARK LECTURE HALL Located in the Cyril Clark Library building, ARTS CENTRES right across from the Loafer’s Lake Recreation THE ROSE THEATRE , this small 189-seat theatre-style recital hall is popular for businesses, This is a magnificent, state-of-the-art community groups, theatre groups and performing arts complex located in the heart music schools. of Brampton’s downtown core and built to deliver world-class entertainment. The Rose » MAP ID: 2 Theatre Brampton features two performance 20 Loafer’s Lake Ln. halls with great sightlines designed to host 905.874.2800 live theatre, musical theatre, dance, cultural rosetheatre.ca events, concerts, and corporate and social functions. Visit The Rose Theatre Brampton’s website to view its exciting 2017 schedule or to purchase tickets online. Doors Open Brampton » MAP ID: 5 & Culture Days 1 Theatre Ln. TWO EVENTS = ONE GREAT WEEKEND! 905.874.2800 OVER THE LAST WEEKEND OF SEPTEMBER, rosetheatre.ca TWO EXCITING EVENTS OVERLAP INTO ONE CAN’T-MISS REASON TO BE IN BRAMPTON. LESTER B. PEARSON THEATRE During Culture Days (Sept. 29 – Oct. 1), Located just across from the Bramalea City more than 70 FREE events let you try hands- Centre, inside the Bramalea Civic Centre on activities and mingle with artists, creators, building, this 451-seat theatre packs in a curators and designers. The same weekend, very busy season of community theatre Doors Open Brampton (Sept. 30) gives an performances from late September to early exclusive, behind-the-scenes glimpse into May, plus dance recitals and drama camps treasured city landmarks through guided throughout the summer. tours, demos and curator talks. » MAP ID: 3 150 Central Park Dr. brampton.ca/culturedays 905.874.2800 or culturedays.ca rosetheatre.ca

PUBLIC ART MAP NEW! Go online and explore more than » ALDERLEA 150TH ANNIVERSARY PROJECT 30 public works of art in Brampton. » CHURCHVILLE 200TH ANNIVERSARY SCULPTURE brampton.ca/publicart

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BMW's "The Escape"

THE ESCAPE / BMW FILM STARRING: Clive Owen, Dakota Fanning and Jon Bernthal DIRECTED BY: Neill Blomkamp (District 9, Elysium) The pivotal high-speed chase with a helicopter, a big rig and a BMW “hero car” was filmed in Brampton. A section of Rutherford Road under a CN Rail overpass was closed for two days to complete this complex action sequence.

WATCH the film and behind-the-scenes videos featuring Brampton locations at bmwfilms.com.

TV SHOWS TAKEN: THE SERIES Available now on NBC SAVING HOPE Season 1, Episodes 4 and 8 Available now on CTV FILMING LOCATIONS: Claireville Conservation Series Finale – Season 5, Episode 10 Area, City Hall and Wellington St. W. FILMING LOCATION: Heart Lake Conservation Area AMERICAN GODS Available now on Starz Season 1, Episode 6 FILMING LOCATION: Royal Canadian Legion

BARONESS VON SKETCH SHOW Available on CBC in 2017 Season 2, Multiple Episodes FILMING LOCATIONS: City Hall, George St. S. and Provincial Offenses Courthouse

ALIAS GRACE Available on CBC and Netflix in theFall of 2017 Mini-Series DINO DANA T FILMING LOCATION: Courthouse in Peel Art Available now on Amazon Prime and TVO Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) Season 1, Episode 1 FILMING LOCATION: Gore Meadows Library

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FEATURE FILMS

KODACHROME STARRING: Ed Harris, Jason Sudeikis and Elizabeth Olsen FILMING LOCATION: Brampton hotel In Cinemas 2017

WISH UPON STARRING: Joey King and Ryan Phillippe FILMING LOCATIONS: David Suzuki Secondary School and Daviselm Dr. In Cinemas June 30, 2017

DOWNSIZING STARRING: Matt Damon, Christoph Waltz and Kristen Wiig FILMING LOCATION: A private business In Cinemas December 22, 2017

FILM FESTS » APRIL 19 Where National Canadian Film Day 150 Celebrate Canada's 150th by watching to Watch... a great Canadian film! Reel Canada presents GARDEN SQUARE MOVIE NIGHTS in partnership with the City of Brampton 1 Theatre Lane and the Brampton Library. Downtown Brampton canadianfilmday.ca 905.874.2900 » MAP ID: 5 brampton.ca/gardensquare » MAY 18 – 22 BMO IFFSA Toronto 2017 CINEPLEX ODEON ORION GATE Brampton hosts part of the biggest 20 Biscayne Cres. South Asian Film Festival in North America, (HWY 410 and Steeles Ave. E.) 905.455.1590 including the closing night concert at the Rose Theatre Brampton on May 22, » MAP ID: 53 cineplex.com featuring Punjabi singer Sharry Mann. iffsatoronto.com SILVERCITY BRAMPTON 50 Great Lakes Dr. Trinity Commons Mall (Hwy. 410 and Bovaird) 905.789.6797 » MAP ID: 59 cineplex.com

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YouTwo Anarkali 4YE

SOCIAL MEDIA STARS THESE DIGITAL CELEBRITIES ARE RECOGNIZED WORLDWIDE FOR GREAT ONLINE CONTENT CREATED LOCALLY. CHECK OUT THEIR WORK AND THEIR FAVOURITE BRAMPTON SPOTS – IRL.

THE CREATORS: Jermaine “Jae” THE CREATOR: Rakhi Mutta (Ms. Mutta) Richards and Trevaunn “Trey” Richards STARRING: Brampton’s own Kiran Rai SUBSCRIBERS: Combined 790,000 (YouTube.com/kayrayco) and Mandy KayBee VIEWS: 100M (mandykaybee.com) YouTube.com/4YallEntertainment YouTube.com/MsMutta

4YALLENTERTAINMENT is a Brampton- ANARKALI is a web series that explores based duo that produces comedy skits, intergenerational conflict with a video blogs and talk show episodes online. contemporary twist, addressing themes Jae and Trey Richards collaborate with of identity, sisterhood and feminism. The friends they grew up with in Brampton, main characters juggle Canadian and South and they’ve worked with the Toronto Asian identities in an original storyline Raptors, OVO producer Boi-1da, YouTuber about Indian diaspora women that raises Jus Reign, model Winnie Harlow and awareness and celebrates diversity. MUCH Digital Studios. CREDITS: This Brampton-made production showcases lots of local talent, such as Favourite Local Hangout: Onyxx Sports Bar at 70 Maritime Ontario Blvd. wardrobe by Brampton designer Mani K. Jassal (manijassal.com) and poetry by Rupi Kaur (rupikaur.com).

THE CREATORS: Jaz Saini and Harjit Bhandal SUBSCRIBERS: Combined 450,000 Brampton is a community filled with VIEWS: 64M many immigrants of different YouTube.com/YouTwoTV backgrounds, and the children of YOUTWOTV stars a local tag-team duo who these immigrants were and still are share a passion for making people laugh creating incredible works of art. I and smile with their fun and relatable videos. Touching on topics from relationships decided to include and collaborate to things we do when we’re home alone, with them to give them a new these Brampton-based creators are easy platform to showcase their work. to relate to on all levels. – Anarkali Creator, Rakhi Mutta Favourite local hangout: Real Fruit Bubble Tea in at 25 Peel Centre Dr.

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Makerspace Innovation Roundtable

IF YOU LOVE MAKING, MAKERSPACE BRAMPTON CODING OR DESIGNING, The City of Brampton Economic Development & Culture Office has partnered with Sheridan YOU’LL FIND A LOT OF College and the Brampton Library in an OPPORTUNITIES TO APPLY initiative to foster creativity, innovation and YOUR VISION AND CONNECT exploration in a safe, accessible learning environment for all. WITH LIKE-MINDED CREATIVE TYPES AND MakerSpace Brampton delivers multiple MENTORS HERE IN streams of fun and educational programming through our Brampton Public BRAMPTON. Library branches – available to residents, businesses and visitors of all ages. Be part of our thriving creative economy and emerging Maker Movement to collaborate, LOCATION: combine skills and share innovative ideas. Brampton Library Branches across the city HOURS: MakerSpace Brampton is about building Drop-in hours and scheduled workshops communities and providing access to education and equipment across a wide COST: FREE! variety of interests, from design and 3D A full listing of drop-in and pre-registered printing to fashion hacks and coding tips. programs and events can be found online at brampton.ca/makerspace.

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Brampton Robotics

GO ROBOT! Brampton Robotics is a non-profit organization promoting science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education through robotics among youth in Brampton. The team was founded by six high school students who were 2014 VEX World Robotics Champions.

Teams of various ages have won multiple World Championships while participating in the VEX Robotics Competition, presented by the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation, that presents an engineering challenge in the form of a game. Guided by teachers and mentors, students create innovative designs to score points and outperform other teams. bramptonrobotics.org

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WHERE TO SHOP HERE’S WHERE TO GO TO STOCK UP ON FAVOURITE THINGS, FIND NEW FASHIONS OR PICK UP A FEW SWEET GIFTS TO BRING HOME!

DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON SHOPPERS WORLD BRAMPTON Downtown Brampton’s vibrant Located at the intersection of Steeles Ave.W. business and retail district is a great and Main St. S. (Highway 10), Shoppers place to spend time and discover World Brampton bills itself as Your World great finds in unique locally owned Next Door, with more than 165 shops and shops and restaurants. A friendly urban services, and top names in retail, including streetscape preserves historic charm Winners, Canadian Tire and Oceans Fresh and the welcoming atmosphere of the Food Market, for all of your shopping needs. city’s original “four corners.” Don’t overlook Recent additions include Urban Kids, and the lovely laneways where you’ll find this year will bring big new names including specialty food shops, gift and jewelry furniture store JYSK, Giant Tiger and Goodlife boutiques, clothing, bridal and accessory Fitness. Enjoy the eateries of the SWB food stores, art studios, florists, photography, court that offers free Wi-Fi service. For the professional services and more. young ones, a variety of fun car-shaped carts » SEE MAP, PAGE 69 and strollers are available on loan. Queen and Main Streets » MAP ID: 48 downtownbramptonbia.ca 499 Main St. S. shopswb.com BRAMALEA CITY CENTRE There is exciting news for fashion seekers this year at Brampton’s largest This large outdoor mall, at the corner of enclosed shopping centre with the opening Highway 410 and Bovaird Dr. in Brampton, of Saks OFF 5TH, adding even more choices features more than 60 big-box retailers to an already stylish shopping destination. and popular outlets of stores such as Roots, The two-level mall showcases more than HomeSense and Staples. Make a day of it and 350 stores and services including Forever 21, grab a bite at one of the restaurants or catch Aritzia, Charming Charlie, Browns Shoes a movie at the 16-screen Cineplex SilverCity and Pandora. Shop in comfort surrounded Brampton movie theatre. Later in the year, by relaxing décor and seating areas. If you’re watch out for the mall’s planned unveiling a serious shopper, download the Centre’s of new locations of Winners, Michaels and BCC mobile app to take advantage of loyalty Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW). perks and privileges. » MAP ID: 49 » MAP ID: 46 100 Great Lakes Dr. 25 Peel Centre Dr. trinitycommonmall.ca bramaleacitycentre.ca

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Heart Lake Conservation Area

EXPLORE OUR GREAT OUTDOORS

THE CITY OF BRAMPTON IS HOME TO OVER 850 PARKS, 217 KILOMETRES OF PUBLIC TRAILS AND MORE THAN 3,600 HECTARES OF PARKLAND, SO THERE’S NO EXCUSE NOT TO GET OUT THERE AND WALK, RIDE, SKATE, SKI, SPLASH OR BREATHE IN THE FRESH AIR. In any season, from mild to wild, you’ll find fabulous ways to enjoy your free time outdoors in our city parks and conservation areas. Your only guide for the day: What’s the forecast?

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10 WAYS TO EXPERIENCE CANADA’S GREAT OUTDOORS RIGHT HERE... 1. Paddle a canoe on Heart Lake. 2. Build a beach sand castle at Professor’s Lake. 3. Go skiing on Mount Chinguacousy. 4. Bike the Etobicoke Creek Trail. 5. Pick your own apples or strawberries. 6. Soar over a lake on a zip line. 7. Fish for Bass or Northern Pike. 8. Skate on one of three outdoor skating trails. 9. Learn to ride a horse on a forest trail. 10. Feel free-fall going down a waterslide.

Read on to start planning your own outdoor adventure, or visit tourismbrampton.ca

farm fresh! See page 24 for local farms and orchards to pick your own apples, strawberries and more.

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PARKS NORTON PLACE PARK Tucked away behind apartment buildings DONALD M. GORDON and roads, Norton Place Park is a hidden CHINGUACOUSY PARK oasis of green space around a community Brampton’s destination park is packed with centre. Formerly a quarry, a small lake is sport amenities that include a curling facility, now a peaceful swimming hole for ducks, winterized tennis courts, beach volleyball Canada geese and other wildlife. courts, a ski hill, sports fields and the Terry » MAP ID: 42 Fox Track and Field Stadium. Family favourites 170 Clark Blvd. include a game of mini-putt, a visit to the 905.874.5960 playground and a splash around the spray brampton.ca pad, guaranteed to thrill the younger ones. Explore formal gardens and a lush green- ANDREW MCCANDLESS PARK house. Stroll around the ponds or go out for This brand new park to be unveiled in a paddleboat ride. Relax by the reflective Summer 2017 includes soccer and cricket pool that, in winter, becomes a skating pad. fields, a splash pad, skateboard ramps, a Take the kids to the barn and petting zoo. children’s playground and more. A large Pack a picnic or enjoy refreshments at the section incorporates a naturalized valley and food concession. wetlands along Huttonville Creek, providing recreation trails and open spaces. FOR TEENS: bring your bikes and boards to try out one of Canada’s top-rated BMX and » MAP ID: 78 skateboard parks. There are also concerts 450 Elbern Markell Dr. and special events in every season. brampton.ca/parks » MAP ID: 6 9050 Bramalea Rd. (at Queen St. E.) 905.458.6555 brampton.ca/parks YOUR GUIDES GAGE PARK TO NATURE Set in the heart of Brampton’s historic GO TO » tourismbrampton.ca downtown, Gage Park is an excellent to download these great Brampton nature guides: location for summer picnics or family fun • Lakes & Rivers Tour in the children’s play area and spray pad. • Trail Guide The park also hosts summer concerts and special events scheduled throughout the • Green & Fall Colours Tour year. In winter, the temperature-controlled ice-skating trail brings people from far and wide to experience the loveliest outdoor CONSERVATION AREAS ice-skating spot in the region. » MAP ID: 32 CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. This natural and forested area covers 848 905.874.2000 acres in the southeast corner of Brampton, brampton.ca/parks and is popular for bird watchers, preserving local wildlife and natural landscape. ELDORADO PARK Parking is available at the Hwy. 50 entrance. A favourite local spot to fish, walk, swim Washroom facilities are not available. in the outdoor pool, picnic or relax along » MAP ID: 27 the banks of the Credit River. Please call for Albion Rd. (Hwy. 50) north of Steeles Ave. seasonal dates and hours of operation. TRCA (Toronto and Region Conservation Authority) (Please note: Charcoal barbeques are not 416.667.6295 permitted in the park) trcaparks.ca » MAP ID: 30 HEART LAKE CONSERVATION AREA 8520 Creditview Rd. 905.874.2831 Spend a lazy day at the beach, swimming, brampton.ca/parks canoeing, fishing or take it up a notch by flying over the lake on a 1,000-foot zip line. A

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SPRAY PADS Here’s a fun way to make a splash with the young ones: City spray pads offer an interactive experience kids will love, with water from all directions. Check out your nearest location, whenever the weather gets hot, hot, hot!

Brampton Soccer Centre: 1495 Sandalwood Pkwy. E. / 905.458.4036 » MAP ID: 50 Cassie Campbell Community Centre: 1050 Sandalwood Pkwy. W. / 905.840.4041 » MAP ID: 51 Century Gardens Recreation Centre: 340 Vodden St. W. / 905.874.2814 » MAP ID: 52 Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park: 9050 Bramalea Rd. / 905.455.9555 » MAP ID: 6 Gage Park: Wellington St. W. & Main St. S. / 905.874.2300 » MAP ID: 32 Gore Meadows Community Centre: 10150 The Gore Rd. / 905.874.3477 » MAP ID: 73 Heart Lake Conservation Area: 10818 Heart Lake Rd. / 416.667.6295 » MAP ID: 33

dense forest, scenic lake and miles of nature ride along the Etobicoke Creek Trail. Loafer’s trails in the Etobicoke Creek watershed offer Lake Recreation Centre, beside the lake, a true wilderness adventure right in the city. offers parking spaces and public washrooms. Amenities include a swimming pool and kids’ » MAP ID: 34 spray pad, hiking trails, picnic areas, a play- 30 Loafer’s Lake Ln. ground, boat rentals and the Treetop Trekking 905.846.2370 adventure park. brampton.ca » MAP ID: 33 10818 Heart Lake Rd. TRCA (Toronto and Region Conservation Authority) 416.667.6295 or 905.846.2494 trcaparks.ca

LAKES AND BEACHES PROFESSOR’S LAKE Your family will have a marvelous time at Professor’s Lake, a spring-fed lake spanning Heart Lake Conservation Area 65 acres on a former quarry. Sandy beaches are perfect for lounging, while the water offers a chance to try canoeing, kayaking or paddle boarding. Other amenities include a TRAILS waterslide, beach volleyball, playgrounds and Three main trail systems run north and south a snack bar. Please be aware that barbecues, throughout the City of Brampton, showcasing animals and alcohol are not permitted in or both urban and natural settings. They are: around the Recreation Centre. Operating Etobicoke Creek Trail (MAP ID: 31) that leads Season: June to September (call to confirm through Brampton’s downtown/arts hub; dates, beach hours and boating information). Chinguacousy Trail (MAP ID: 26) that » MAP ID: 35 highlights Chinguacousy Park; and Don Doan 1660 North Park Dr. Trail (MAP ID: 29) featuring Professor’s Lake. Bramalea Rd. & North Park Dr. 905.791.7751 GET YOUR TRAILS & PATHWAYS MAP: Pick up a copy at our Tourism Kiosk at Brampton brampton.ca City Hall or at any City Recreation Centre or LOAFER’S LAKE Brampton Public Library branch. You can also This lovely spot along the Etobicoke Creek look for it online at brampton.ca/parks. is a popular place for relaxing, taking photographs and setting off for a walk or bike

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ADVENTURE PARKS k FLOWER POWER / While you’re TREETOP TREKKING BRAMPTON here in Brampton, known as Flower City, Eastern Canada’s leader in treetop aerial take time to smell the roses. Download games and zip line adventures, Treetop your free copy of the Brampton Floral Trekking offers a unique venue for outdoor Self-Guided Tour at tourismbrampton.ca, fun, exciting physical activity and life- call 905.874.3601 or pick up a copy at City changing personal growth. Safely soar in the Hall’s Tourism Kiosk, 2 Wellington St. W. treetops in one of the most exciting outdoor adventures you’ll find in the Greater Toronto CREDITVIEW STABLES (ENGLISH RIDING) Area. Regular season: April to the end of October. One of Ontario’s best known riding schools offers lessons year round, plus camps at » MAP ID: 11 Christmas, March Break and in the summer 10818 Heart Lake Rd. for youth age 8 to 15. Please note, they do 855.552.0090 not offer recreational trail rides. treetoptrekking.com/en/brampton » MAP ID: 55 WET’N’WILD WATERPARK 7734 Creditview Rd. 905.451.8654 Authentically Wet‘n’Wild, distinctly Canadian. The first Canadian Wet‘n’Wild park opens in creditviewstables.ca 2017, bringing new major attractions like the Krazy Kanuck family raft ride, a mega tree- house play structure, the Wet‘n’Wild Junior FISHING mini water park for the little ones, a bowl ELDORADO PARK slide, free fall speed slides, and the Klondike Express mat slide racer. Parents and kids will Season: June to October. Hours of operation: have a blast experiencing the longest and 9am – dusk. What might bite: Trout, Bass tallest drop slides in Canada and the World! or Chub. Admission: Free. Boat Rentals: Not available; shore fishing only. » MAP ID: 12 7855 Finch Ave. W. » MAP ID: 30 416.369.0123 8520 Creditview Rd. 905.874.2830 wetnwildtoronto.com brampton.ca/parks

HEART LAKE CONSERVATION AREA HORSEBACK RIDING Season: April to October. Hours of operation: CLAIREVILLE RANCH 9am – dusk. What might bite: Rainbow Trout or Bass. Admission: Call or visit the website Enjoy a peaceful, guided trail ride through for current rates. Boat Rentals: Not available; acres of natural forest, take your kids for a shore fishing only. pony ride, book a private riding lesson or meet experienced riders. » MAP ID: 33 10818 Heart Lake Rd. » MAP ID: 54 416.667.6295 or 905.846.2494 Claireville Conservation Rd. 905.794.0700 trcaparks.ca clairevilleranch.com PROFESSOR’S LAKE Season: Year-round, weather dependent. Hours of operation: No regulated hours, JUNE 24 only for beach area. What might bite: Black Crappie, Bluntnose Minnow, Carp, Koi, BIKE THE CREEK! Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Sunfish, Join hundreds of cyclists for a fun Rock Bass, Sucker, Yellow Perch or Jumbo family ride through the spectacular Perch. Admission: Free. Boat Rentals: Not valleys, trails and historic landmarks available for fishing; shore fishing only. of Brampton and Caledon. 1660 North Park Dr. bikebrampton.ca/events 905.791.7751 brampton.ca

48 | TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA BRAMPTON / plan your visit / for nature lovers GIVE WINTER A TRY! BRAMPTON LOVES WINTER – AND YOU WILL, TOO – THANKS TO OUR SKI HILL AND WINTER WONDERLAND LOCATED RIGHT IN THE CITY. No need to go any further than Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park, where you can rent skis and snowboards, or go downhill fast on a tube run on “Mount Ching” and go ice-skating on a new skating canal.

New skating canal at Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park

SKIING, ICE-SKATING AT GAGE PARK Brampton’s temperature-controlled skating SNOWBOARDING, trail at Gage Park in Downtown Brampton TUBING & SKATING attracts families and skating enthusiasts from all over to glide through the tree-lined MOUNT CHINGUACOUSY trail of this majestic park. It’s a wonderful, Check out Mount Chinguacousy, unique experience and it’s free! Skate rentals Brampton’s go-to hill for beginner skiers, available. snowboarders and tubing enthusiasts. » MAP ID: 32 You’ll also find Brampton’s newest outdoor Main St. S. and Wellington St. W. skating trail that can accommodate up brampton.ca/parks to 500 skaters. The all-season, licensed facility has a comfortable lounge area with ICE-SKATING AT MOUNT PLEASANT a fireplace, a rental shop, food services VILLAGE SQUARE and an outdoor viewing deck. When temperatures dip from December » MAP ID: 6 to March, the peaceful reflecting pool in 9050 Bramalea Rd. (at Queen St. E.) Mount Pleasant Village is transformed into 905.458.6555 ext. 63707 an outdoor skating rink. brampton.ca/mountching » MAP ID: 75 100 Commuter Dr. 905.874.2000 brampton.ca/mpv

TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA | 49 Softball Canada PLAY IT! WATCH IT! BRING YOUR GAME TO ANY OF BRAMPTON’S SPORT VENUES, WHETHER IT’S HOCKEY, SOCCER, CRICKET OR LAWN BOWLING. You’ll be treated to a tremendous sport experience and some of the best local, national and international tournaments!

Spectators welcome. Venues include: Terry PLAYING HERE Fox Stadium at DMG Chinguacousy Park and Century Gardens Lawn Bowling Club THIS YEAR! specialolympics2017games.com » 2017 TOURNAMENTS JULY 28 – 30 JUNE 2 – 4 ATHLETICS ONTARIO OUTDOOR–BANTAM MIDGET YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS 25TH ANNUAL JOHN MCCAULEY MEMORIAL LACROSSE TOURNAMENT Spectators welcome. Venue: Terry Fox The John McCauley Tournament has Stadium at DMG Chinguacousy Park become one of the premier Box Lacrosse » MAP ID: 6 tournaments in Central Canada and athleticsontario.ca celebrates its 25th Anniversary in 2017. Spectators welcome. Venues across the city. AUGUST 5 & 6 bramptonlacrosse.ca ONTARIO LIFEGUARD CHAMPIONSHIPS Registered lifeguards compete in a JULY 13 – 16 sporting competition based on skills, speed SPECIAL OLYMPICS ONTARIO and teamwork. Spectators welcome. PROVINCIAL SUMMER GAMES Venue: Gore Meadows Community Centre Hosted by Peel Regional Police. » MAP ID: 73 Brampton plays host to the Opening and lifesavingsociety.com Closing ceremonies at Powerade Centre, as well as the athletics and bocce events.

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AUGUST 16 – 20 NOVEMBER 3 – 5 SOFTBALL CANADA – U14 GIRLS CRUISER CUP SLEDGE HOCKEY JAMBOREE & SENIOR WOMEN’S TOURNAMENT GRAND CHAMPIONSHIPS This annual tournament features over Softball Canada presents 11 Canadian 40 teams from across Canada and the Championships in various locations across United States. Spectators welcome. the country each year, as athletes compete Venue: South Fletchers Sportsplex for the title of National Champion. Spectators » MAP ID: 60 welcome. Venue: Brampton Fairgrounds Park cruisers-sports.com (beside Brampton Memorial Arena) » MAP ID: 57 NOVEMBER 30 – DECEMBER 3 softball.ca TWO NATIONS COLLEGE PREP SERIES HOCKEY TOURNAMENT AUGUST 17 – 27 This annual women’s hockey tournament CANADIAN LACROSSE ASSOCIATION features teams from all over Ontario, MINTO CUP Western Canada, California and This tournament features Junior A 17 to New England. Spectators welcome. 21 year-olds competing for the National Box Venues all across the city. Lacrosse championship. Spectators welcome. 2nationscollegeprep.com Venue: Memorial Arena » MAP ID: 57 lacrosse.ca

APRIL 13 – 16, 2017 BRAMPTON CANADETTES GIRLS' HOCKEY ASSOCIATION 50TH ANNUAL EASTER TOURNAMENT

When it comes to women’s hockey, there’s no place in the world that cheers as loud as Brampton – proud home of the largest and longest-running female hockey tournament, celebrating 50 years in 2017. The Canadettes Girls’ Hockey Association became a club in 1964, buoyed by avid local interest in ladies’ hockey. That year was also the opening chapter in what was then the Dominion Ladies’ Hockey Tournament. Over the next decades, the event grew into several locations until returning home to Brampton in 1989. This year’s tournament is touted as the largest ever, with more than 600 games played over three and a half days by teams of all ages and levels in arenas across the city. We welcome players from across Canada and the US, as well as teams from England, Switzerland, Japan, Kazakhstan and Russia, to compete here in Brampton. bramptoncanadettes.com

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SPORT TOURNAMENT HOSTS SPORTS VENUES The City of Brampton is ready to welcome POWERADE CENTRE your sport group’s next sport tournament or event. Contact Sport Brampton today to With four NHL-sized ice rinks, five help you book the facilities you need and baseball diamonds, three cricket make your participants’ stay a great one. pitches, a kabaddi field and more, Powerade Centre greets spectators brampton.ca/sportbrampton and players with great hospitality for tournaments and events. » MAP ID: 58 WHAT’S YOUR GAME? 7575 Kennedy Rd. S. 15 Cricket Pitches 905.459.9340 20 Indoor Ice Pads poweradecentre.com 46 Softball Diamonds 3,000 seat Kabaddi Stadium CITY OF BRAMPTON 2 Curling Rinks SPORTS HALL OF FAME Plan to visit the Sports Hall of Fame at 53 Multi-purpose Fields Powerade Centre to acknowledge and 14 Beach Volleyball Courts celebrate Brampton’s distinguished 1 Ski Hill sports heroes. bramptonsports.ca ... and more!

GET INTO BEASTMODE! Come and watch thrilling hockey up close as the Brampton Beast skate, check and score their way to victory. The team is a minor-league affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens in the ECHL, playing out of Powerade Centre. See their schedule and get tickets online. » bramptonbeast.com

Brampton Beast

52 | TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA THE CITY OF BRAMPTON FEATURES A VARIETY OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE COURSES TO KEEP GOLFERS CHALLENGED AND ENTERTAINED.

STREETSVILLE GLEN GOLF & GOLF COURSES COUNTRY CLUB BRAMPTON GOLF CLUB A short, 18-hole, par-62 executive This private, 18-hole course offers course popular for a quick round. several membership options. » MAP ID: 23 » MAP ID: 17 1876 Hallstone Rd. 7700 Kennedy Rd. S. 905.451.9325 905.457.5700 golfstreetsvilleglen.com bramptongolf.com TURNBERRY GOLF CLUB LIONHEAD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Public, 18-hole, par-56 course set This semi-private club features two 18-hole, on challenging, undulating terrain. par-72 courses, indoor golf simulators and » MAP ID: 25 event facilities. 10100 Heart Lake Rd. » MAP ID: 19 905.500.GOLF (4653) 8525 Mississauga Rd. turnberrygolf.ca 905.455.8700 golflionhead.com DRIVING RANGES PEEL VILLAGE GOLF COURSE THE OLD PRO DRIVING RANGE Operated by the City of Brampton, this challenging 9-hole course is set » MAP ID: 24 in a natural wildlife sanctuary. 2055 Bovaird Dr. W. 905.456.0072 » MAP ID: 21 29A Hartford Trail theoldprodrivingrange.com 905.874.2995 BRAMPTON CIVIC GOLF RANGE brampton.ca » MAP ID: 15 RIVERSTONE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 20 Edenbrook Hill Dr. (access off Bovaird Dr.) A semi-private 9-hole, par-35 course 905.450.8753 set along the West Humber River. BRAMPTON GOLF CENTRE » MAP ID: 22 » MAP ID: 16 195 Don Minaker Dr. Topflight Dr. and Edwards Blvd., 905.794.9918 Hwy. 10 and Hwy. 407 riverstonegolf.com 905.670.5080 bramptongolfcentre.com

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A YEAR OF DISCOVERY LEARN MORE ABOUT BRAMPTON’S HERITAGE ATTRACTIONS AND EXPLORE OUR REGION’S RICH HISTORY AS OUR NATION CELEBRATES ITS 150TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2017. PAMA » History Highlights To commemorate Canada 150 as well as the 150th anniversary of Peel County, PAMA – Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives exhibits offer an inclusive and innovative look at our collective past. Here are some program highlights: TERRY FOX : RUNNING TO THE HEART OF CANADA BLACK ENSLAVEMENT IN UPPER CANADA TO JUNE 4 TO SEPTEMBER 4 Be inspired by Terry Fox’s courageous Many people don’t know that slavery existed journey during his 1980 Marathon of Hope. in Canada before being abolished in 1834. Organized by the Canadian Museum of Explore untold stories important to our History and the Terry Fox Centre. understanding of history.

THE HISTORICAL HEART OF THE MODERN CITY OF BRAMPTON HAS ALWAYS BEEN THE INTERSECTION OF QUEEN AND MAIN STREETS, LATER KNOWN AS “THE FOUR CORNERS.”

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PEEL 150: STORIES OF CANADA PEEL HISTORY EXHIBITS JUNE 29 – OCTOBER 15 ALL YEAR As Peel and Canada celebrate our 150th Museum galleries present ongoing anniversary, join us on an exploration of exhibits on the history of Peel, including PAMA’s art, archives and museum collections Welcome to Peel, We are Here: The Story to discover who we are as a community, of the Aboriginal People in Peel and past, present and future. The Story of the Peel County Jail.

SCULPTURE UNVEILING: DRAWN DOWN Visit www.pama.peelregion.ca to learn SPRING 2017 more about the exciting exhibitions, programs Canadian artist Carl Taçon unveils a and events planned all year long! work that reflects on the history of former Peel County Jail.

Brampton Fire Hall Alderlea

Queen Street looking West Main Street

YOUR GUIDE THROUGH TIME Take a first-hand look at history through our self-guided Downtown Heritage Walking Tour! Our beautifully illustrated guide directs you to important heritage sites around downtown Brampton, from fine estate homes to sites of early agricultural and milling operations. Pick up a hard copy from the tourism kiosk at (2 Wellington St. W.), Historic Bovaird House or the Information Kiosks at the Chinguacousy Wellness Centre, and in Brampton Library branches. Try the app! DOWNLOAD a copy of A Walk Through Time online at tourismbrampton.ca or check out the free web app version, available online and on all mobile devices at brampton.ca/walkingtours

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PEEL ART GALLERY, MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES (PAMA) PAMA is your first stop in downtown Brampton to learn more about the art, culture and heritage of Peel Region. This year also marks the 150th Celebration of Peel County and PAMA’s courthouse and jail buildings commemorated by great exhibitions, programs and events. Comprised of an art gallery, a museum and historic archives, PAMA offers visitors an authentic glimpse into the past and present, and historic insights based on personal lives and stories of the people of Peel Region. Exhibits link the past, present and future within buildings of historical and architectural significance, including The Peel County Courthouse (1867), the Peel County Jail (1867), the Registry Office (1890), and the Peel County international-style building (1958). » MAP ID: 4 9 Wellington St. E. pama.peelregion.ca JAILHOUSE TALES 5 THINGS ABOUT A 150-YEAR-OLD LANDMARK: Built in 1867, and closed in 1977, the Peel County Jail building is today integrated into PAMA – Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives.

1 / LINK WITH THE PAST: Now that the jail is a museum, you can visit the Jail Gallery on the main floor. Go into one of three cells, close the metal door, and imagine what life was like for the prisoners and the people who worked here. 2 / CREATURE COMFORTS: PAMA characters Coco the Crow and Wellington the Raccoon were inspired by various animals that found shelter in the jail when unoccupied. 3 / SOUND DESIGN: The arched ceilings of the jail’s small cells were designed to create an echo and allow guards to hear prisoners from out in the hallway. 4 / CLOSE QUARTERS: While originally meant to hold 16 prisoners, one in each cell, the jail was often used to house the poor or destitute, so occupants were doubled up. 5 / GREAT ESCAPES: In the 110 years the jail operated, there were many escape attempts. A few were successful, but most ended in recapture.

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HERITAGE ATTRACTIONS HISTORIC BOVAIRD HOUSE CPR STATION RECONSTRUCTION: MOUNT PLEASANT VILLAGE Experience life as the early settlers did with a visit to Historic Bovaird House, Brampton’s Rebuilt and restored as the focal point of a only historic residence open to the public. new civic square at Mount Pleasant Village, Built circa 1840, the home is an excellent the CPR Train Station represents an important Canadian example of Georgian-style brick waypoint in Brampton’s history. Designed farmhouse. by Charles Sorby and built in 1902, it was originally situated Downtown between Park Restored to a mid-to-late 19th century and West Streets. This is where millions of appearance, the house operates as a museum flowers began their journey around the world, and craft shop open from mid-February to shipped from the greenhouses of “Flower mid-December on Wednesdays, Saturdays Town,” and where thousands of soldiers and Sundays, noon to 4pm. Check the crossed paths en route to both world wars. website for details and to reserve tickets for The structure is now part of a new cultural special events such as Mother’s Day Tea in centre that includes a Brampton Library Mossie’s Tea Room. branch and public square with playground » MAP ID: 7 and winter ice-skating rink. 563 Bovaird Dr. E. » MAP ID: 75 905.874.2804 100 Commuter Dr. bovairdhouse.ca (North of Mount Pleasant GO Station) 905.840.4041 BOVAIRD HOUSE EVENTS: KOREAN VETERANS' NATIONAL MAY 7 & 14 WALL OF REMEMBRANCE MOTHER’S DAY TEA Located at the Meadowvale Cemetery is JULY 2 the Korean Veterans’ National Wall of CELEBRATE CANADA’S 150 Remembrance, a national memorial OCTOBER 28 commemorating those Canadians who gave LOAF ’N’ LADLE PIONEER SUPPER their lives in the war. A Memorial Service is held at site of the wall every year on July 27. DECEMBER 2 – 3 » MAP ID: 8 VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS 7732 Mavis Rd. OPEN HOUSE & GIFT SHOW (Just north of Highway 407) Check the website for details 905.451.3716 ALDERLEA In Downtown Brampton, next to Gage Park, vCANADA’S brampton.ca/alderlea FLOWER TOWN you’ll spot Alderlea, a beautiful Victorian Brampton’s recent heritage is linked to estate home built between 1865 and 1879 our roots as the “Flower Town of Canada,” by Kenneth Chisholm M.P.P., son-in-law of a history we remember and celebrate as Brampton founder John Elliott. An exemplary “Flower City”. As “Flower Town,” Brampton example of the Italianate Style, this cultural was once one of the world’s top cut flower heritage site was purchased by the City of exporters, specializing in roses, orchids, Brampton in 2002, and has been restored carnations and more. and adapted as a premiere space for special events, weddings, conferences and meetings. The industry emerged in 1863 after Edward Dale It can host up to 80 for a sit-down banquet, began selling vegetables from his estate garden. or 120 for receptions and theatre-style His son Harry grew the business into the third- gatherings. largest greenhouse in the world, cultivating roses for over a century. Today in “Flower City” 40 Elizabeth St. S. you’ll find more than 900 annual, perennial and 905.874.2133 mixed flower beds located around Brampton’s brampton.ca/alderlea parks, boulevards, recreation facilities and city-owned buildings. You can download a Brampton Floral Self-Guided Tour at tourismbrampton.ca

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT TO BRAMPTON WITH THESE HANDY TRAVEL RESOURCES AND TIPS TO FIND YOUR WAY AROUND THE CITY AND THE GREATER TORONTO AREA (GTA).

The City of Brampton is one of Canada’s most vibrant and fast-growing communities. The city is located within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) in a region that forms our country’s largest and most dynamic urban centre.

Brampton is conveniently situated at the northwest boundary of Toronto, right next to Toronto Pearson International Airport – Canada’s largest and busiest international travel hub. Brampton is also easily accessible via major highways and is only 30 minutes from downtown Toronto by car (pending traffic), local transit or rail.

This is a great starting point to enjoy the festivities of Canada’s 150th year in 2017. From Brampton, it’s less than a 90-minute drive for a daytrip to Niagara Falls or a drive out to Ontario’s famous cottage country.

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GETTING HERE arriving from, or transiting through, the US are encouraged to visit the US Customs and FROM THE AIRPORT Border Protection website for information It’s a quick trip by airport limousine, taxi, concerning requirements of the US Western bus or hotel shuttle from Toronto Pearson Hemisphere Travel Initiative. cbp.gov International Airport, just five minutes from Brampton’s border. Contact your hotel/ INTERNATIONAL VISITORS accommodation provider as to whether Visa-exempt foreign nationals who fly to, they provide an airport shuttle. or transit through, Canada must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before Car rental counters are located at the your trip, available online. (Exceptions airport and at locations across the city. include US citizens and travellers with a Some suggested retailers include Avis valid Canadian visa. Canadian citizens, (1.800.331.1212; avis.com), Budget including dual citizens, and Canadian (1.800.268.8900; budget.com), Discount permanent residents need not apply for an Car and Truck Rentals (1.800.263.2355; eTA.) Read more about these requirements discountcar.com) and Hertz at cbsa-asfc.gc.ca. (1.800.263.0600; hertz.com).

The Route 115 Airport Express runs regularly from Pearson Airport Terminal One to the located beside the Bramalea City Centre shopping mall. Find route details and schedules at bramptontransit.com.

IF YOU ARE DRIVING Speed limits: If you plan to drive, please note that the speed limit is 50 km/h (about 30 mph) on Brampton streets, and 100 km/h (about 60 mph) on highways (freeways), unless otherwise posted. ZÜM ALONG ON RAPID TRANSIT Seatbelts: It’s mandatory in Canada for Brampton’s Bus Rapid Transit service, all passengers of a motor vehicle to be Züm, connects riders within Brampton appropriately restrained by seatbelts or and throughout the Greater Toronto and child seats as determined by a child’s age, Hamilton Area (GTHA) with direct links to height and weight. Find more on this and York Region, Mississauga and Toronto. other important road safety information on the Ontario Ministry of Transportation There are five Züm routes in service: website at mto.gov.on.ca/english/sa. ZÜM QUEEN VISITORS TO CANADA Downtown Terminal to York University Before travelling to Canada from any other country, please visit cic.gc.ca for ZÜM MAIN up-to-date information, as documents Sandalwood Parkway to the Mississauga or visa requirements vary depending on City Centre Terminal the country you are travelling from or transiting through. ZÜM STEELES Lisgar GO Station to Humber College UNITED STATES RESIDENTS If you are a US citizen, ensure you carry ZÜM BOVAIRD proof of citizenship such as a passport, Mount Pleasant GO Station to Queen birth certificate or certificate of citizenship Street/Goreway Drive) or naturalization, along with photo ID. ZÜM QUEEN WEST If you are a US permanent resident, ensure Downtown Terminal to Mount Pleasant to carry proof of your status. A passport GO Station may be required by your airline. All visitors

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STAYING IN BRAMPTON? Visit tourismbrampton.ca for your accommodation solutions

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LOCAL TRANSPORTATION BRAMPTON GO BUS TERMINAL 8 Nelson St. W. WELCOME ABOARD! (Queen St. & Main St./Hwy. 10) BRAMPTON TRANSIT BRAMPTON GO STATION Brampton Transit offers comfortable, 27 Church St. W., Brampton, ON friendly, reliable and frequent bus service (Queen St. & Main St./Hwy 10) with connections to major area attractions BRAMALEA GO STATION and surrounding transit systems. The network 1713 Steeles Ave. covers 65 routes and 95 percent of our (Bramalea Rd. & Steeles Ave. E.) buses are fully accessible. Travel on Brampton Transit using cash or a TTC (a loadable and reusable fare The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) card sold at Brampton Transit terminals). is the public transit system in Toronto. Call 416.393.INFO for more information. BRAMPTON TRANSIT FACILITIES: TTY 416.481.2523 BRAMALEA TERMINAL ttc.ca 160 Central Park Dr. VIA RAIL BRAMPTON GATEWAY TERMINAL 501 Main St. S. VIA Rail is Canada’s national passenger rail network, operating quick and efficient DOWNTOWN TERMINAL (Four Corners) rail services to Brampton along the Quebec 8 Nelson St. W. City – Windsor corridor and to points beyond, (Springdale) including the US. 164 Great Lakes Blvd. BRAMPTON STATION CLARK FACILITY 31 Church St. W. (downtown) 185 Clark Blvd. 1.888.842.7245 TTY 1.800.268.9503 SANDALWOOD FACILITY viarail.ca 130 Sandalwood Parkway W. GREYHOUND CANADA For more information about Greyhound Canada is the largest provider schedules, fares, routes and services, of intercity bus transportation in Canada, visit bramptontransit.com or call serving nearly 1,100 locations. 905.874.2999. GREYHOUND BUS TERMINAL For lost and found: 8 Nelson St. W. (downtown) Pick up Please call 905.874.2750, email Brampton location. Tickets not sold at this location. Transit at [email protected] or Call 1.800.661.8747 for tickets and visit bramptontransit.com. information. TTY 1.800.397.7870 Follow Brampton Transit on Facebook greyhound.ca and Twitter @BramptonTransit. TAXIS AND LIMOS GO TRANSIT Find information on limo and taxi services at tourismbrampton.ca. GO Transit is the rail and bus system connecting Brampton to Toronto and transit systems throughout the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area. Three GO Train Stations on the Toronto-Kitchener GO rail corridor serve Brampton. TRANSIT TIPS Find schedules, maps, fares and other 1.888.GET.ON.GO (438.6646) essential trip planning resources to help TTY 1.800.387.3652 you get around and make the most of gotransit.com public transit in and around Brampton and throughout the Greater Toronto Area. MOUNT PLEASANT GO STATION 1600 Bovaird Dr. W. bramptontransit.com (Bovaird Dr. W. & Creditview Rd.)

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GREEN POWER! DRIVE UP AND PLUG IN: You’ll find free charging stations for electric vehicles in the Brampton City Hall parking garage (Level P2), southwest corner of the Civic Centre parking lot and at an expanding number of municipal parking lots and garages. Supported by Partners in Project Green. (Parking rates do apply, but the power is free!)

GOOD TO KNOW MONEY Our currency is the Canadian dollar, which uses coins for denominations under five dollars. These are often referred to as the “Loonie” (one-dollar coin) and “Toonie” (two-dollar coin). New Springdale Library TAXES A harmonized sales tax (HST) of 13 percent of age to purchase cigarettes. Smoking is is levied on all goods and services. banned in public spaces and work spaces in Ontario, including restaurants, bars and TELEPHONES private clubs. The ban extends to outdoor Area codes in Brampton include 905, 289 public areas such as playgrounds, sport fields and 365. Toronto is covered by 416, 647 and and spectator areas. 437. Long-distance charges do not apply to mhp.gov.on.ca calls made within Brampton or to Mississauga and Toronto, but charges may apply to calls LOCAL RESOURCES made to other parts of the Greater Toronto BRAMPTON LIBRARY Area (GTA). The Brampton Library welcomes all visitors! ACCESSIBILITY The library offers free wireless internet access The City of Brampton is committed to and computer workstations. New in 2017, the ensuring that people of all ages and abilities Springdale Library is set to open as the city’s are able to enjoy and participate in all that seventh branch. See the library website for Brampton has to offer. Visit our Accessibility details, locations and hours. for Life website to learn about accessible 905.793.4636 services and facilities. bramptonlibrary.ca brampton.ca/accessibility FREE WI-FI TOBACCO AND ALCOHOL Brampton Public Wireless gives you access to The legal drinking age in Ontario is 19. A enjoy free, open internet access inside most driver’s licence is considered a valid form of city community centres and corporate buildings identification. You must be at least 19 years as well as inside our transit terminals.

TOURISM KIOSK Let us welcome you in person! Stop by our tourism kiosk at Brampton City Hall (2 Wellington St. W.), where you can pick up maps and guides, and find out more information about attractions and events around the city. We’d be delighted to help you plan your visit and point you in the right direction.

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FIND YOUR WAY DOWNTOWN! Once you arrive in downtown Brampton by public transit or car, you’ll find most major attractions are within easy walking distance.

WHAT’S DOWNTOWN: Shops, restaurants, the Brampton Public Library, cultural centres including the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), the Rose Theatre Brampton, as well as great green spaces such as Gage Park.

GARDEN SQUARE: At the heart of downtown is Garden Square, an accessible and lively public space for events, entertainment and socializing. It’s a great place to gather with friends and family to enjoy:

» Free events and entertainment, year-round » Free Wi-Fi » An outdoor patio overlooking the Square » A place to sit, with tables, chairs and sun umbrellas.

SEE WHAT’S ON: Visit brampton.ca/gardensquare FIND LOCAL BUSINESSES: Visit downtownbramptonbia.com

TOURISMBRAMPTON.CA | 63 WE’VE BEEN EXPECTING YOU! WITH THEIR FOCUS ON WELCOMING VISITORS INTO BRAMPTON AND THE GREATER TORONTO AREA TOURISM REGION, THESE FEATURED ATTRACTIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS ARE MEMBERS OF INDUSTRY PARTNER TOURISM TORONTO – DEDICATED TO HELP MAKE EVERY TRIP A FUN AND MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE.

We’re available for walk-in play and groups on weekends. Reservations for groups of 10+ players available 24 hours/day with advance booking.

GALLERIES, HISTORIC HOMES AND MUSEUMS BEAUX-ARTS BRAMPTON 70–74 Main St. N. 905.454.5677; 866.339.7779 beaux-artsbrampton.com Art exhibits change regularly in two galleries featuring contemporary work of local and distant artists. Open studios, membership and art classes are available to the public. Admission is free.

BOVAIRD HOUSE 563 Bovaird Dr. E. 905.874.2804 ADVENTURE TOURISM bovairdhouse.ca BRAMPTON TREETOP TREKKING A significant Brampton heritage landmark, 10818 Heart Lake Rd. the Historic Bovaird House property features 905.970.0090; 1.855.552.0090 heritage gardens typical of 19th-century treetoptrekking.com plantings, including a rose garden, herb Take outdoor fun to the highest level! Explore garden and orchard. the forest canopy at Heart Lake Conservation Area on six innovative zipline and aerial game PAMA – PEEL ART GALLERY, MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES courses. Get your heart pumping as you zipline across Heart Lake. The perfect 9 Wellington St. E. adventure for families or groups of friends! 905.791.4055 40 minutes from downtown Toronto. pama.peelregion.ca The Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives PAINTBALL NATION – BRAMPTON (PAMA) serves the region of Peel, with a 7575 Kennedy Rd. S. population of over one million individuals 647.707.8476 from diverse backgrounds. PAMA partners with community-based cultural, social paintballnation.ca Outdoor paintball field, open seasonally from services, health, arts and heritage April to November. We provide an exciting organizations. paintball experience without having to leave the GTA. 30 minutes from downtown Toronto.

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Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)

RESIDENCES AND CAMPGROUNDS FESTIVALS AND EVENTS INDIAN LINE TOURIST CAMPGROUND (See more listings and event details on page 16) 7625 Finch Ave. W. CARABRAM: BRAMPTON’S 855.811.0111 MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL trcacamping.ca Pavilions located throughout Brampton Closest campground to downtown Toronto, 416.452.4917 with excellent public transit and highway carabram.org access, 260 RV and tent sites, hydro and July 14 to 16, 2017. Experience the water hookups, showers, laundry facilities, world through Carabram, celebrating swimming pool, store and playground. their 35th Anniversary as Brampton’s Multicultural Friendship Festival. RESIDENCE & CONFERENCE CENTRE: SHERIDAN – BRAMPTON 7897 McLaughlin Rd. PARKS, GARDENS AND 905.874.4393; 1.855.STAY.RCC (782.9722) NATURE AREAS stayrcc.com CHARLES F. WATSON FAMILY GARDENS Accommodations ideal for sports teams, 398 Main St. S. wedding groups, proms, extended stays tourismbrampton.ca and non-profit groups. All suites are two These showpiece gardens are an oasis of bedrooms and rate options are available. colour, situated along the Etobicoke Creek Suites available from May to August. Trail, located at Highway 10, on the east side at Peel Village Parkway. CONVENTION AND VISITOR BUREAU CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA Albion Rd (Hwy 50), north of Steeles Ave. BRAMPTON TOURISM 416.667.6295 Brampton City Hall trcaparks.ca 2 Wellington St. W. A large, forested retreat in the southeast 905.874.3601 corner of Brampton, Claireville Conservation tourismbrampton.ca Area contains some significant heritage Located next door to Toronto’s international features for the city. Claireville is a passive airport, Brampton offers natural retreats, conservation area, preserving local wildlife state-of-the-art cultural facilities, quality and natural landscape. accommodations and more. Contact Brampton Tourism or visit the website for your personal guide.

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DONALD M. GORDON from the spring-fed kettle lake, which is CHINGUACOUSY PARK roughly shaped like a heart. Located within 9050 Bramalea Rd. the Etobicoke Creek watershed, the park has 905.458.6555 attracted more than five million visitors since brampton.ca/parks it opened in 1957. Experience Brampton’s destination park. Something for everyone all year round. LOAFER’S LAKE Summer: paddle boats, mini-putt, petting 30 Loafer’s Lake Lane zoo, pony rides, splash pad, playground, 905.846.2370 skateboard park, beach volleyball, gardens brampton.ca/parks and greenhouse. Winter: ski, snowboard, Along the Etobicoke Creek, picturesque skating and tubing. Loafer’s Lake is a popular place for relaxing and taking photographs. Start your walk ELDORADO PARK along the Etobicoke Creek Trail here. 8520 Creditview Rd. 905.874.2860 PROFESSOR’S LAKE brampton.ca/parks 1660 North Park Dr. Eldorado Park is a popular Brampton public 905.791.7751 recreational park, offering places to fish, brampton.ca/parks walk, picnic and relax along the riverbanks. Professor’s Lake is a man-made, spring- Eldorado is also home to the only outdoor fed lake spanning 65 acres. It features public pool in Brampton. well-groomed sandy beaches and is used extensively for windsurfing, canoeing, sailing, GAGE PARK paddle boating and fishing. 45 Main St. S. 905.874.3601 TORONTO ONTARIO TEMPLE brampton.ca/parks 10060 Bramalea Rd. The landmark gazebo and skating trail mark ldschurchtemples.com/toronto the entrance of Gage Park, Brampton’s first Toronto Ontario Temple of the Church municipal park. Set in Brampton’s historic of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints features downtown, Gage Park offers in-line skating, gardens and impressive fountains. The jogging, a children’s play area and spray pad. gardens are open to the public during the growing seasons: Saturday 8am – 8pm; HEART LAKE CONSERVATION AREA Sunday and Tuesday through Friday 10818 Heart Lake Rd. noon – 8pm. Closed Monday. The Temple 416.667.6295 respectfully requests that there be no trcaparks.ca smoking or picnicking on the grounds. Brampton’s multi-purpose recreation park, Heart Lake Conservation Area takes its name

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GOLF COMMUNITY / LIONHEAD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS 8525 Mississauga Rd. DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON BIA 905.455.8400 76 Main St. N. golflionhead.com 905.874.3815 Two championship golf courses are available downtownbramptonbia.ca for corporate golfing events and public The Downtown Brampton BIA promotes play. The clubhouse offers newly renovated our vibrant business and shopping district luxurious banquet, reception and locker rooms. through the use of promotional activities such as special events, advertising and PEEL VILLAGE GOLF CLUB beautification programs. Downtown 29A Hartford Trail Brampton is an attractive, pleasant place to 905.874.2995 shop, to be entertained, to work and to live. brampton.ca/peelvillage Located in the heart of Brampton and PEEL ABORIGINAL NETWORK constructed on a 67 acre flood plain 208 Britannia Rd. E., Unit 1, Mississauga surrounding the Etobicoke Creek. The course 905.712.4PAN (4726) offers golfers nine challenging holes in a peelaboriginalnetwork.com natural wildlife sanctuary. Call for opening The Peel Aboriginal Network’s (PAN) vision hours and rates. is to support increased awareness and education of Aboriginal heritage, history and RESTAURANTS current issues that will continue to strengthen MANDARIN RESTAURANT: BRAMPTON Aboriginal culture and a sense of community in Peel Region. The PAN hosts an annual 238 Biscayne Cres. Aboriginal Gathering; for more info, please 905.451.2222 visit the website. mandarinrestaurant.com

MANDARIN RESTAURANT: BRAMPTON WEST TRANSPORTATION 165 Fletchers Creek Blvd. AIR CANADA 905.450.3000 Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) mandarinrestaurant.com 1.888.247.2262 aircanada.com Mandarin’s award-winning all-you-can-eat Air Canada is a founding member of Star Chinese-Canadian buffet, founded in Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive Brampton, has something for everyone! air transportation network and offers travel Choose from over 150 freshly prepared items to 1,356 destinations in 193 countries. daily, including a variety of salads, soups, sushi, grilled items, mouth-watering entrées and delectable desserts! STAGE THEATRE AND LIVE PERFORMANCE ROSE THEATRE BRAMPTON 1 Theatre Lane 905.874.2800 rosetheatre.ca Rose Theatre is a beautiful and intimate 860-seat venue located in the heart of historic downtown Brampton. Enjoy Broadway, theatre, concerts, dance and fantastic family entertainment year-round. Parking is always free on show nights.

Evil Dead: The Musical at The Rose Theatre Brampton

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ARTS FOOD & MARKETS 1 BEAUX-ARTS BRAMPTON DOWNTOWN 36 AL FERRI & SONS COUNTRY APPLE STORE B4 2 CYRIL CLARK LECTURE HALL G2 37 BIG 'R' APPLE FARM A4 3 LESTER B. PEARSON THEATRE J4 38 CARL LAIDLAW ORCHARDS A3 4 PEEL ART GALLERY, MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES (PAMA) DOWNTOWN 40 ORCHALAW FARMS A3 5 THE ROSE THEATRE BRAMPTON DOWNTOWN 41 PRINCE OF WALES COUNTRY MARKET A3 ATTRACTIONS 43 SUNNY ACRE FARMS A3 6 DONALD M. GORDON CHINGUACOUSY PARK J3 44 THE APPLE FACTORY B2 7 HISTORIC BOVAIRD HOUSE H3 SHOPPING 8 KOREA VETERANS' NATIONAL WALL OF REMEMBRANCE D5 46 BRAMALEA CITY CENTRE J4 9 LASER QUEST AND KEY QUEST H4 48 SHOPPERS WORLD BRAMPTON F4 11 TREETOP TREKKING H2 49 TRINITY COMMON I2 12 WET'N'WILD TORONTO O5 SPORT / RECREATION / LEISURE CAMPGROUNDS & RESIDENCES 50 I2 13 INDIAN LINE CAMPGROUND O5 51 CASSIE CAMPBELL COMMUNITY CENTRE D2 14 SHERIDAN RESIDENCES F5 52 CENTURY GARDENS RECREATION CENTRE H3 GOLF 53 CINEPLEX ODEON ORION GATE H5 15 BRAMPTON CIVIC GOLF RANGE E2 54 CLAIREVILLE RANCH N4 16 BRAMPTON GOLF CENTRE G5 55 CREDITVIEW STABLES C5 17 BRAMPTON GOLF CLUB G5 57 MEMORIAL ARENA DOWNTOWN 19 LIONHEAD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB C4 75 MOUNT PLEASANT VILLAGE C2 21 PEEL VILLAGE GOLF COURSE G5 58 POWERADE CENTRE H5 22 RIVERSTONE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB O3 59 SILVER CITY BRAMPTON I2 23 STREETSVILLE GLEN GOLF CLUB C5 60 SOUTH FLETCHER'S SPORTPLEX F5 24 THE OLD PRO DRIVING RANGE B3 62 VIVIAN LANE CHESS PARK DOWNTOWN 25 TURNBERRY GOLF CLUB H2 63 WET'N'WILD TORONTO O5 NATURE 64 AEROSPORTS TRAMPOLINE PARKS BRAMPTON I5 26 CHINGUACOUSY TRAIL J3 65 BATTLE ARCHERY K4 27 CLAIREVILLE CONSERVATION AREA O4 66 GLOWZONE 360 ACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT E3 29 DON DOAN TRAIL K3 67 FORMULA KARTWAYS H4 6 DONALD M. GORDON CHINGUACOUSY PARK J3 68 HOUSE OF CARDS - BOARD GAME CAFÉ DOWNTOWN 30 ELDORADO PARK C4 69 LASER QUEST H4 31 ETOBICOKE CREEK TRAIL G4 70 PAINTBALL NATION H5 32 GAGE PARK DOWNTOWN 71 PERPLEXITY H4 33 HEART LAKE CONSERVATION AREA H2 72 STRYKE TARGET RANGE H4 34 LOAFER'S LAKE G2 73 GORE MEADOWS COMMUNITY CENTRE O2 35 PROFESSOR'S LAKE K3 76 TOPROCK CLIMBING I4 78 ANDREW MCCANDLESS PARK C3 77 GARDEN SQUARE DOWNTOWN

Come to our party! Brampton celebrates Canada’s 150 all year long. Visit brampton.ca/canada150 for more details.

PLAN YOUR VISIT » Find more events, ideas and activities online at tourismbrampton.ca