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1Front Cover Photo: Heart Lake Conservation Area. 1 WELCOME.
Welcome to Brampton, Canada’s Flower City! I am proud to present our 2010/2011 Tourism Guide. Ours is a city full of opportunity, fun and excitement and we encourage you to participate in all that we have to offer.
With more than 6,000 acres of parkland, Brampton provides access to a wide variety of outdoor activities, while the Rose Theatre Brampton offers some world-class acts and entertainment. Celebrating our Flower City status, and award winning participation in the Communities in Bloom and WinterLights programs, the City is always awash with flowers and lights. All year round, our community and corporate partners come together in a spirit of goodwill and co-operation and help create the essence of Brampton.
Apart from being a beautiful City, Brampton has also been recognized as a global leader in community safety. We are the first municipality in the GTA, and one of only 14 in North America, to be designated as an International Safe Community by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Take a moment, go through this guide, and I am sure you will find something that you and your family will really enjoy. There is something for everyone in Brampton: art, music, culture, nature, shopping, entertainment and sports. I am confident you will be delighted and impressed by Everything Brampton!
Enjoy your stay!
Susan Fennell Mayor of Brampton
2 Brampton Gateway Highway 10 3 . INFO. Primary Community Contacts/Services Emergency Only (Fire, Police, Ambulance) 911 Brampton Government Information (Municipal & Regional) (local only) 311 Animal Services 905-458-5200 Brampton Transit 905-874-2999 City Hall - General Information 905-874-2000 City Hall - TTY 905-874-2130 Corporate Communications Office 905-874-3604 Council Office 905-874-2616 Economic Development Office 905-874-2650 Fire & Emergency Services (Non-emergency) 905-874-2700 GO Transit 416-869-3200 Hospital (Brampton Civic Hospital) 905-494-2120 Libraries 905-793-4636 Mayor’s Office 905-874-2600 .Recreation 905-874-2300 Tourism Brampon Tourism Brampton Information Line (Available 24 hours/day) 905-874-3601 Tourism Brampton E-mail [email protected] Tourism Brampton Website www.tourismbrampton.ca City of Brampton Website www.brampton.ca
Tourism Brampton Information Kiosk 33 Queen St. W. Brampton’s self-help tourism information kiosk is located at 33 Queen St. W. in downtown Brampton. Open 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, this location offers Brampton tourism publications and brochures from a variety of locations .across the province of Ontario. Brampton Library The Brampton Library welcomes all travellers! We provide free access to the internet and Microsoft Office products through more than one hundred workstations among our six locations. If you prefer, bring your own laptop or wireless device for free wireless service, or simply take a relaxing break in one of the comfortable seating areas and catch up on the news or your favourite magazine. See the library website for details, locations and hours.
Brampton Library 905-793-4636 [email protected] www.bramptonlibrary.ca
All information contained in this publication is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. The City of Brampton cannot and does not guarantee the accuracy of all information and will not be responsible for errors, changes or omissions. Reproduction of this material is prohibited without written permission from the City of Brampton, Economic Development & Communications – Tourism Section.
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Brampton is one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing cities. Despite the hustle and bustle of city life, Brampton offers many wonderful places for visitors to stop and smell the roses. As Canada’s Flower City, and International Communities in Bloom Award Winner, Brampton takes immense pride in our lush green escapes, beautiful floral displays, and urban getaways.
Brampton is a popular location for sports. We proudly host many provincial, national and international sports tournaments at the Powerade Centre and many facilities throughout the city.
With a population of more than 450,000 people, Brampton’s young and diverse multicultural mosaic represents more than 175 distinct ethnic backgrounds. Our diversity is mirrored in an eclectic mix of restaurants and boutiques, festivals, performing and visual arts and museums.
Come experience Everything Brampton, you’ll be glad you did!
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6 Corner Roadside Garden 7 ACCESS. Brampton in the GTA Located northwest of Toronto, Brampton is the third largest municipality in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The GTA is Canada’s business and manufacturing capital and the sixth largest region in North .America. Getting Here From the Airport Travel by limousine, taxi, or hotel shuttle from the Pearson International Airport to Brampton. Contact your accommodation to inquire if they provide an airport shuttle. Brampton Transit Route 101 Airport EXPRESS runs weekdays and Saturdays from Terminal 1 to the Bramalea Transit Centre. For more information, visit www.bramptontransit.com or call 905-874-2999.
By Train or Bus See centre map for station and terminal locations. GO Transit GO Transit links Toronto and the surrounding regions of the Greater Toronto Area to Brampton with an extensive network of train and bus services.
Bramalea GO Station, 1713 Steeles Ave. Brampton GO Station, 27 Church St. W. (downtown) Mount Pleasant GO Station, 1600 Bovaird Dr. W. 1-888-438-6646 or 416-869-3200 TTY 1-800-387-3652 www.gotransit.com
8 Greyhound Canada Greyhound Canada is the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in Canada and connects Brampton to nearly 1,000 locations. Greyhound Bus Terminal, 8 Nelson St. (downtown) 1-800-661-8747 TTY 1-800-397-7870 www.greyhound.ca
Via Rail Via Rail is Canada’s passenger rail network, operating fast business and leisure service to Brampton along the Quebec City – Windsor corridor. Brampton Station, 31 Church St. W. (downtown) 1-888-842-7245 TTY 1-800-268-9503 .www.viarail.ca Getting Around
Brampton Transit – Welcome Aboard! (Ad on page 11) Brampton Transit welcomes you to comfortable, friendly, reliable and frequent service with great connections to surrounding transit systems. With over 35 routes to choose from, 29 of which are fully accessible, we can get you where you are going.
Brampton Transit tickets, weekly and monthly passes, are sold at four Brampton Transit terminals and from more than 60 designated ticket agents.
Plan your travel around the city using eRide, Brampton Transit’s online trip planning service. Use interactive maps and menus to create customized point- to-point trip plans and view schedules for every stop on your chosen route. Visit www.bramptontransit.com and plan online, anytime.
In September 2010, Brampton Transit launches the first of three Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines. A public transit solution featuring enhanced, state-of-the-art vehicles and world-class technologies, Züm (pronounced “zoom”) is a new service that will run along the city’s key north-south and east-west corridors.
9 TRANSIT . Brampton Transit Terminals
Bramalea Transit Centre 200 Clark Blvd.
Downtown Brampton Terminal (Four Corners) 8 Nelson St.
Shoppers World Brampton Terminal 100 Steeles Ave. W.
Trinity Common Terminal (Springdale) 164 Great Lakes Blvd.
For general information about schedules, fares, routes and services, call 905-874-2999.
For lost and found, customer service, or the staff directory, call 905-874-2750.
E-mail Brampton Transit at [email protected] or visit www.bramptontransit.com.
Taxis and Limos Brampton has many limousine and taxi services to whisk you to your destination. Check the listing of limos and taxis at www.tourismbrampton.ca.
Accessibility for Life The City of Brampton and its Accessibility Advisory Committee are committed to ensuring people of all ages and abilities are able to enjoy and participate in what Brampton has to offer. Visit our Accessibility For Life website for helpful information on accessible services and facilities and accessible parking in the city. www.brampton.ca/accessibility
10 A faster ride is on the way. Beginning September 2010, your visit to Brampton will include a modern and more efficient way to move around the city.
Introducing a New Way to Experience Brampton connect to other Brampton Transit buses as well as to GO Transit. Züm also connects Züm brings Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) to you to the Greater Toronto Area – the City of Brampton. BRT combines the Queen Street line allows for easier world-class technology with the convenience movement between Brampton and York Region. of the bus and the benefits of rail – helping you reach your destinations faster. Latest Technology Working for You • Frequency: Digital displays at Züm station Züm buses run every stops post information in real time 7-15 minutes. so you know exactly when • Reliability: your next bus will arrive. Technology on You can also phone, text or Züm buses can surf the web to get real-time influence traffic lights schedule information. to ensure buses Züm is designed to remain on schedule. enhance the convenience • Limited stops: Züm helps visitors to Brampton get around the city quickly and reliability of bus transit. Züm station stops are and efficiently. So, starting in September, limited and further apart – make sure you take advantage of reducing travel time. Brampton’s newest way to travel! Connecting You to Brampton… And Beyond Züm station stops are equipped With its first line along Queen Street – with real-time one of Brampton’s busiest corridors – schedule information. Züm connects you to major destinations within the city. Züm makes it easier to
“Züm modernizes the way we use transit; world-class technology makes for a modern, faster and environmentally friendlier way to experience our city.” — Mayor Susan Fennell City of Brampton
Züm launches along Queen Street in September 2010. www.bramptontransit.com REST.
Brampton offers the convenience and amenities perfect for business or leisure travel. With our close proximity to the Lester B. Pearson International Airport and a variety of options close to local businesses, area attractions and sporting venues, our hotels and accommodations are designed to help you rest easy.
With over 1,300 rooms, 30,000 sq. ft. of hotel conference space and beautiful meeting and banquet facilities located throughout Brampton, the city is able to accommodate both your corporate and social event venue needs. You’ll find efficient business services, tastefully designed catering menus, and friendly and professional staff, who ensure that functions and events are professional, convenient and memorable.
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12 Courtyard By Marriott Hotels & Motels 7 & 7 Motel • Rooms: 29 Map ID: 1 3458 Queen St. E. • Business Services 905-793-8743 • Internet Access Best Western • Rooms: 136 Map ID: 5 30 Clark Blvd. • Meeting Rooms • Business Services 905-454-1300 • Wireless Internet • Breakfast Included www.bestwestern.com/ca/ • Exercise Equipment • Swimming brampton Comfort Inn Brampton • Rooms: 107 Map ID: 21 5 Rutherford Rd. S. • Business Services • Wireless Internet 905-452-0600 • Breakfast Included www.choicehotels.ca/cn256 Courtyard by Marriott • Rooms: 159 Map ID: 23 90 Biscayne Cres. • Meeting Rooms • Business Services 905-455-9000 • Wireless Internet • Breakfast Available www.marriott.com/yyzbm • Restaurant (Breakfast Only) (Ad on page 16) • Exercise Equipment • Swimming Days Inn Brampton • Rooms: 61 Map ID: 28 260 Queen St. E. • Meeting Rooms • Business Services 905-457-8880 • Wireless Internet • Breakfast Included www.daysinn.com • Exercise Equipment Fairfield Inn & Suites • Rooms: 107 Map ID: 32 by Marriott • Meeting Rooms • Business Services 150 Westcreek Blvd. • Wireless Internet • Breakfast Included 905-874-7177 • Exercise Equipment • Swimming www.marriott.com/yyzbp Holiday Inn Express • Rooms: 84 Map ID: 39 Hotel & Suites • Meeting Rooms • Business Services 10 Nevets Rd. • Wireless Internet • Breakfast Included 905-791-7433 www.hiexpress.com/bramptonca Holiday Inn Toronto – • Rooms: 145 Map ID: 40 Brampton Conference Centre • Meeting Rooms • Business Services 30 Peel Centre Dr. • Wireless Internet • Restaurant 905-792-9900 • Breakfast Available • Exercise Equipment www.holidayinn.com/bramptonon • Swimming • 24hr Airport Shuttle (Ad on page 17) Howard Johnson Express Inn • Rooms: 100 Map ID: 41 226 Queen St. E. • Meeting Rooms • Business Services 905-451-6000 • Wireless Internet • Restaurant Onsite www.hojobrampton.com • Breakfast Included • Exercise Equipment Monte Carlo Inn Brampton Suites • Rooms: 107 Map ID: 51 45 Coventry Rd. • Meeting Rooms • Business Services 905-453-5200 • Internet • Restaurant www.montecarloinns.com • Breakfast Available • Exercise Equipment Motel 6 • Rooms: 122 Map ID: 52 160 Steelwell Dr. • Wireless Internet 905-451-3313XXXNPUFMDPN
14 Bringing your conference or sports tournament to Brampton? Contact Sharon Wilcox, Manager of Tourism, for assistance at 905-874-2664.
Residences Sheridan Residence • Suites: 177 Map ID: 65 & Conference Centre • Meeting Rooms 7897 McLaughlin Rd. • Business Services 905-874-4393 • Internet www.stayrcc.com • Breakfast Included • Laundry Facilities
Bed & Breakfast Creditview B & B • Rooms: 2 Map ID: 25 7650 Creditview Rd. • Private Suite with 2 Bedrooms 905-451-6271 • Full Kitchen • Internet Access • Breakfast Included Campground/RV Indian Line Campground • Operating Season: April 24 – November 1 Map ID: 42 7625 Finch Ave. W. Campsites: 246 serviced/un-serviced/sewer 905-678-1233 sites/also pull through sites for RVs www.trcacamping.ca 15, 30 & 50 amp service available • Internet Access • Laundry Facilities • Swimming Pool • Dumping Station
Enjoy a show at the beautiful Rose Theatre Brampton and then relax in comfort at one of our great accommodations. Visit www.myrosetheatre.ca for great show and overnight stay deals!
15 FUNCTIONS . Conferences & Banquets
Brampton’s accommodations, conference centres and banquet halls offer tastefully designed catering menus, and friendly and professional staff. Our accommodation properties offer a total of over 1,300 rooms with flexible meeting and banquet space located throughout the city.
With the addition of Rose Theatre Brampton in 2006, an 880-seat state-of-the-art theatre, Brampton can satisfy a multitude of conference and meeting needs. The theatre provides both a main theatre and secondary space that can be used simultaneously, accommodating up to 1,000 people. As one of the few broadcast ready venues in the GTA, the theatre is wired for television and video broadcast.
For a list of venues and additional information on hosting meetings and conferences in Brampton visit www.tourismbrampton.ca.
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With a continually growing list of festivals and events, Brampton has many reasons and ways to celebrate the strength and diversity of our community.
In the spring and summer months, take in the beauty of our floral heritage by enjoying spectacular parade floats brimming with brightly coloured blooms at the Flower City Parade, or attend one of the many floral events being held throughout Brampton.
In the fall and winter, our festive celebrations are rich in tradition, embrace Brampton’s multicultural fabric and join the city in celebration.
Whatever the season, Brampton’s year-round calendar of diverse festivals and special events provide unique entertainment opportunities for all interests and ages.
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18 Flower City Parade FESTIVALS &
For a full list of Brampton’s events please visit www.brampton.ca.
. Classic Cars & Legendary Stars 2010 Festivals & Events Listing May 2, 9 11:30am to 4pm Mother’s Day Tea Period costumed staff present afternoon tea as it should be served, midst the charm of a bygone era. Reservations required. Historic Bovaird House, 563 Bovaird Dr. E. 905 -874-2804 www.bovairdhouse.ca
28 5pm to Midnight 29 Noon to Midnight Rotary Rib ‘n’ Roll Kick off your summer with ribs, rock ‘n’ roll and rollerblading at the Rotary Club of Brampton’s fantastic event for the whole family, all to raise funds for Tour for Kids. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. www.ribnroll.com
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 7pm to 9pm Inspirational Music In The Park Every Tuesday from June 1st to August 31st, bring your lawn chair and enjoy exciting and uplifting concerts of inspirational music of all genres. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. Lesley Morgan, 905-495-0816 www.inspirationalmusic.org
17, 24 7pm to 9pm Investors Group Thursday Night Concert Series Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music. Check the website for this year’s entertainment listing. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. 905-874-2936 www.bramptondowntown.com
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19, 26 7am to 1pm Brampton Farmers’ Market Every Saturday, from June 19th to October 9th, Main Street between Theatre Lane and John Street is turned into a vibrant outdoor festival marketplace. Visitors gather to buy the freshest local Ontario produce, handmade crafts, preserves and baked goods from more than 40 vendors. Main St. & Queen St., downtown Brampton 905-874-2650 www.brampton.ca
19 2pm Start Flower City Parade (Ad on inside back cover) Enjoy spectacular parade floats brimming with brightly coloured blooms, marching bands, clowns and much more! A wonderful opportunity to witness Brampton’s floral heritage. Main Street, downtown Brampton Amy Ouellet, 905-874-2975 www.brampton.ca
26, 27 Taste of Carabram Have a sneak peek at one of Brampton’s largest festivals and preview this year’s Carabram celebrations! Many of the cultural groups will perform onstage. Shoppers World Brampton, 499 Main St. S. 416-452-4917 www.carabram.org
27 10am to 4pm Annual Garden Tour The Brampton Horticultural Society’s popular garden tour is back. Tour Brampton’s finest private gardens and pick up ideas for your own. This is a ticketed event: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. 905-459-3326 www.bramptonhort.org
21 July 1 Times to be announced Canada Day Come out and celebrate Canada Day 2010! Powerade Centre, 7575 Kennedy Rd. S. 905-874-2300 www.brampton.ca
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 7am to 1pm Brampton Farmers’ Market Every Saturday, from June 19th to October 9th, Main Street between Theatre Lane and John Street is turned into a vibrant outdoor festival marketplace. Visitors gather to buy the freshest local Ontario produce, handmade crafts, preserves and baked goods from more than 40 vendors. Main St. & Queen St., downtown Brampton 905-874-2650 www.brampton.ca
6, 13, 20, 27 7pm to 9pm Inspirational Music In The Park Every Tuesday from June 1st to August 31st, bring your lawn chair and enjoy exciting and uplifting concerts of inspirational music of all genres. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. Lesley Morgan, 905-495-0816 www.inspirationalmusic.org
8, 15, 22, 29 7pm to 9pm Investors Group Thursday Night Concert Series Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music. Check the website for this year’s entertainment listing. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. 905-874-2936 www.bramptondowntown.com
Saturday Nights – June, July & August 7pm to 9pm Don’t miss movie night in Garden Square at Rose Theatre Brampton (whether permitting). 22 9 6pm to 12am 10 1pm to 12am 11 1pm to 7pm Carabram, Brampton’s Multicultural Festival Carabram provides an opportunity to “Tour the World” and experience the rich culture, food, crafts, drink and entertainment of the diverse ethnic communities of Brampton. Purchase your passport to tour the world! Pavillions located throughout Brampton 416-452-4917 www.carabram.org
10 1pm to 4pm Carnival Day Bring your family for a fun filled day at the beach with carnival games and prizes! Beach admission fees will apply. Professor’s Lake, 1660 North Park Dr. 905-791-7751 www.brampton.ca
15 7pm to 11pm 16 7pm to Midnight 17 1pm to Midnight Classic Cars & Legendary Stars Rev your engines and get ready as Classic Cars and Legendary Stars take over downtown Brampton. Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of food and live entertainment, featuring tribute artists performing your favourite classic hits. Gage Park, Main St. S. and Wellington St. W. 905-874-2936 www.bramptondowntown.com
18 Noon to 8pm Savannah Festival of Rhythms International and national artists bring together a lively mix of music from R&B to Salsa. Enjoy visual arts, crafts, international cuisine and more. Rose Theatre Brampton & Garden Square, 1 Theatre Ln. www.savannahrhythms.ca
August 1 11am to 11pm Hut Like Pepper Annual Caribbean Festival Let the rhythm of the beat move you with a full day of entertainment for the entire family. Enjoy music, dancing, kid’s playground, food and so much more. Powerade Centre, 7575 Kennedy Rd. S. Paul Rampersaud, 416-897-8622 www.calypsohut2.com
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 7pm to 9pm Inspirational Music In The Park Every Tuesday from June 1st to August 31st, bring your lawn chair and enjoy exciting and uplifting concerts of inspirational music of all genres. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. Lesley Morgan, 905-495-0816 www.inspirationalmusic.org
23 4 10am to 4pm Olympic Day Bring your family for a fun filled day at the beach. Olympic games and prizes for the kids. Professor’s Lake, 1660 North Park Dr. 905-791-7751 www.brampton.ca
5, 12, 19, 26 7pm to 9pm Investors Group Thursday Night Concert Series Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music. Check the website for this year’s entertainment listing. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. 905-874-2936 www.bramptondowntown.com
7, 14, 21, 28 7am to 1pm Brampton Farmers’ Market Every Saturday, from June 19th to October 9th, Main Street between Theatre Lane and John Street is turned into a vibrant outdoor festival marketplace. Visitors gather to buy the freshest local Ontario produce, handmade crafts, preserves and baked goods from more than 40 vendors. Main St. & Queen St., downtown Brampton 905-874-2650 www.brampton.ca
7 10am to 8pm West Fete: Mas in Brampton A fun filled family day, showcasing the West Indian culture, including rhythmic music, succulent food, exotic costumes and live performances. Admission charges will apply. Heart Lake Conservation Area, 10818 Heart Lake Rd. 905-497-(WEST)9378 www.westfetecarnival.com
14 Noon to 5pm Family Fun Beach Party Day Bring your family for a fun filled day at the beach. Kids can enjoy bouncy castles, rock climbing wall, games and much more! Professor’s Lake, 1660 North Park Dr. 905-791-7751 www.brampton.ca
September 1-5 10am to 6pm FireFit Championships - 2010 Nationals More than 400 firefighters from across Canada, the U.S. and as far away as Dubai compete against the clock and each other in thrilling team and individual events. South Fletcher’s Sportsplex, 500 Ray Lawson Blvd. 905-874-2700 www.brampton.ca
2 7pm to 9pm Investors Group Thursday Night Concert Series Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music. Check the website for this year’s entertainment listing. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. 905-874-2936 www.bramptondowntown.com
24 3 7pm to 10pm Inspirational Music In The Park Bring your lawn chair and enjoy an exciting and uplifting concert of inspirational music of all genres. Gage Park, Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. Lesley Morgan, 905-495-0816 www.inspirationalmusic.org
4, 11, 18, 25 7am to 1pm Brampton Farmers’ Market Every Saturday, from June 19th to October 9th, Main Street between Theatre Lane and John Street is turned into a vibrant outdoor festival marketplace. Visitors gather to buy the freshest local Ontario produce, handmade crafts, preserves and baked goods from more than 40 vendors. Main St. & Queen St., downtown Brampton 905-874-2650 www.brampton.ca
16 5pm to 11pm 17, 18 10am to 11pm 19 9am to 5pm Brampton Fall Fair Come out to Brampton’s annual fall fair, celebrating agriculture and our community with activities for all ages. Events include: horse show, petting zoo, midway, demolition derby, FMX motorcycles, dog and baby shows, and family entertainment. Admission charges. Parking free. Brampton Fairgrounds, 12942 Heart Lake Rd., Caledon 905-843-0210 www.bramptonfair.com
25 8am to 2pm Brampton Day Join our annual Brampton Day Celebration! Bring your family downtown for a fun and entertainment packed day. Gage Park, Garden Square (at Rose Theatre Brampton) and Ken Whillans Square (City Hall), Queen St. and Main St., downtown Brampton 905-874-3601 www.brampton.ca
Join us the first weekend in October for a FREE, self-guided tour to meet our Brampton Artists, view their studios and watch as they create their masterpieces. It’s a great opportunity to purchase some one-of-a-kind artwork and support the arts. Saturday, October 2nd & Sunday, October 3rd, 2010 Call (905) 874-2919 for a guide Door 10am - 5pm daily www.StudiosofBrampton.com prizes!
25 October 2, 3 10am to 5pm Studios of Brampton Tour (Ad on page 25) Take this self-guided tour through studios in Brampton. Artists graciously open their studios for the public to tour, watch them work and answer questions. You will also have the opportunity to purchase some artwork. Admission is free. Various studios throughout Brampton 905-874-2919 www.studiosofbrampton.com
2, 9 7am to 1pm Brampton Farmers’ Market Every Saturday, from June 19th to October 9th, Main Street between Theatre Lane and John Street is turned into a vibrant outdoor festival marketplace. Visitors gather to buy the freshest local Ontario produce, handmade crafts, preserves and baked goods from more than 40 vendors. Main St. & Queen St., downtown Brampton 905-874-2650 www.brampton.ca
29, 30 7pm to 9pm Desserts by Lamplight Soft lamplight throughout the house creates an ambience reminiscent of a pioneer farmhouse of the 1800s. Period costumed staff serves seasonal desserts and gourmet teas. Reservations required. Historic Bovaird House, 563 Bovaird Dr. E. 905-874-2804 www.bovairdhouse.ca
November 1 4pm to 7pm The Great Pumpkin Party MCome out to The Great Pumpkin Party! Light up your pumpkin one last time and join in the fun. Free entertainment and lots more. Garden Square at Rose Theatre Brampton, 1 Theatre Ln. 905-874-2000 www.brampton.ca
7 Parades and Services of Remembrance Memorial Square Cenotaph, City Hall, 2 Wellington St. W. 2pm DMG Chinguacousy Park, 9050 Bramalea Rd. 905-874-3601 10:45am
11 10:45am Remembrance Day Parade & Service Memorial Square Cenotaph, City Hall, 2 Wellington St. W. 905-874-3601
19 6pm to 8pm Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Bring the family for an evening of holiday entertainment and join the Mayor and members of Council for the annual lighting of our 65-foot spruce tree. Ken Whillans Square, City Hall, 2 Wellington St. W. 905-874-3601
26 Don’t miss taking a ride through Brampton’s historic downtown on a horse drawn carriage! Meet the carriage on the corner of Wellington St. W. and George St. S. in November and December. To confirm times, dates and costs call 905-874-2936 or visit www.bramptondowntown.com. Don’t forget to bring your blanket to keep warm!
20 5pm Start Brampton Board of Trade Santa Claus Parade Join the Brampton Board of Trade as they welcome Santa to town. This year celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the parade in Brampton! Main St. – Sproule Dr. to Elgin Dr. 905-451-1122 www.bramptonbot.com
December 4, 5 10am to 4pm Victorian Christmas Open House Decked out in Victorian finery, the museum heralds Christmas with it’s Open House and Craft Sale. Enjoy mugs of spicy mulled cider beside the blazing fire. Historic Bovaird House, 563 Bovaird Dr. E. 905-874-2804 www.bovairdhouse.ca
31 7pm to 12:30am New Year’s Eve (Ad on inside back cover) Live entertainment, roaming performers, marshmallow roasting, ice skating and more! Ride free with Brampton Transit to and from the event. Main St. & Queen St., downtown Brampton 905-874-2300 www.brampton.ca .2011 January 1 Mayor’s New Year’s Day Levee Come out, meet Brampton’s Mayor and celebrate a new year. Rose Theatre Brampton, 1 Theatre Ln. 905-874-3601 www.brampton.ca
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Brampton is fast becoming known as a creative and cultural hub in the GTA. Heritage, Art, Music, Theatre…we have it all!
Catch a live performance at the gorgeous Rose Theatre Brampton, peruse local and international art at one of our galleries, look behind the scenes of an art studio on our annual tour, or hear stories and see evidence of our past at Historic Bovaird House. It’s up to you. Visit www.tourismbrampton.ca for links to our many cultural centres.
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28 Festival Entertainers HERITAGE. Brampton’s History Historical Facts: Brampton was still a wilderness when the first European settlers arrived in the early 1800s. • Early settlers originally named the tiny settlement of Brampton in honour of their hometown – Brampton, Cumberland, England. • The Grand Trunk Railway constructed a rail line and a station in Brampton in 1856, which triggered an economic boom and the village started growing fast. • In 1860, Edward Dale established a market garden business. Within a few years, the business shifted to flower production. Brampton soon became known as the “Flowertown of Canada” and Dale’s Nursery became Brampton’s largest employer. By the turn of the century, hundreds of acres of land were filled with greenhouses growing prize orchids, hybrid roses and many other quality flowers for export around the world. • In 1865, Brampton became the Peel County seat and this helped trigger new growth in the community. • In 1873, Brampton was incorporated as a town and John Haggert was elected the first mayor. • By the turn of the 20th century, Brampton was attracting new industries such as the Hewetson Shoe Company, Copeland-Chatterson Loose Leaf Binder Company and Gummed Papers. • After World War II, new subdivisions began to develop. In the late 1950s, Bramalea was created and touted as “Canada’s first satellite city”. • In March 1948, Brampton endured a devastating flood when the Etobicoke Creek overflowed its banks. The town launched an ambitious civil engineering project to straighten and reroute the Etobicoke Creek. • In 1974, the Region of Peel was created and Brampton became a city. • In the 1980s and 1990s, expansive subdivisions were developed. The culturally diverse and vibrant city of today began to emerge. • Brampton is now among the largest urban centres in Canada with a population of over 450,000 people.
The roots of modern Brampton can be traced through these landmark historical events. These and other key events from the past created and shaped the city we know today; just as the events of today will shape the Brampton of tomorrow. Visit www.brampton.ca for more information on our local heritage.
30 Heritage Walking Tours Take a whole new look at Brampton’s history by taking one of Brampton’s self- guided heritage walking tours.
• The Brampton Cemetery (1863) is an enriching and vital heritage site that represents the strength and endurance of our founding citizens. Take the Brampton Cemetery Walking Tour to find out more information on Brampton’s pioneers. • Walk through time with our new self-guided Downtown Heritage Walking Tour! This engaging tour showcases downtown Brampton’s distinctive and vibrant built, natural and cultural heritage. Pick up your illustrated guidebook and take the tour at your own pace. It provides walking directions, detailed information and amazing archival images. Brampton has a unique and distinctive heritage, and is fortunate to have a heavy concentration of heritage sites located close together in the heart of the city.
Take a whole new look at Brampton! Contact Tourism Brampton for copies of our self-guided tours: 905-874-3601, www.tourismbrampton.ca.
Harmsworth Building at 24 Main Street South (circa 1920) .Photo Courtesy of the Peel Heritage Complex Archives. Heritage Attractions, Museums, Archives & Memorials
Historic Bovaird House Map ID: 38 Built c.1840, Historic Bovaird House is an excellent Canadian example of a Georgian-type brick farmhouse. Restored to mid-to-late 19th century appearance, the house is operated as a museum and craft shop, where a wide variety of quality gift items and artwork, hand-made by local artisans, are sold. Open mid-February to mid-December, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday Noon – 4 pm. Book ahead for group tours. 563 Bovaird Dr. E. 905-874-2804 www.bovairdhouse.ca
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35 HISTORY
Peel Heritage Complex (under renovation) Map ID: 56 Museum | Archives | Art Gallery (Ad on page 5) Closed | Re-opening Fall 2011 The Museum, Archives and Art Gallery of the Peel Heritage Complex link past, present and future within buildings of historical and architectural significance. The Peel County Courthouse (1867), the Peel County Jail (1867), the Registry Office (1890), and the Peel County international-style building (1958) tell thousands of stories.
With an ambitious renovation and expansion project, the Peel Heritage Complex continues to make history. After 40 years, the collections belonging to the Museum, Archives and Art Gallery have grown dramatically. Expanding will mean more space for exhibitions of art and artefacts, better storage for significant local treasures, and new opportunities for community connections. New studio areas will let visitors reconnect with art, culture and heritage, through music, lectures, hands-on activities and special events.
Imagine the stories their new space will tell… Join the Peel Heritage Complex in fall 2011 for their grand re-opening. 9 Wellington St. E. 905-791-7800 www.peelheritagecomplex.org
The Great War Flying Museum Map ID: 72 Visit Canada’s only Great War flying aircraft museum to see airplanes, uniforms, medals and much more. The Museum is open 11am to 5pm every Saturday and Sunday and holidays, from the Victoria Day long weekend in May to Labour Day weekend in September. The hangar has crews on-site on Tuesdays and Thursdays, performing maintenance and repairs year-round, who welcome visitors from 2pm - 4pm. 13691 McLaughlin Rd., 905-838-GWFM (4936) www.greatwarflyingmuseum.com
Korea Veterans’ National Wall of Remembrance Map ID: 44 & Ontario Field of Honour The Korea Veterans’ National Wall of Remembrance, a national memorial, commemorates those Canadians who gave their lives in the war. Located adjacent to the Korea Veterans’ National Wall of Remembrance, you will find the Ontario Field of Honour, ensuring all Veterans receive a dignified funeral and burial. Meadowvale Cemetery, 7732 Mavis Rd., 905-451-3716
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ENTERTAIN . Performing Arts Rose Theatre Brampton Map ID: 64 Rose Theatre Brampton is a stunning, state- (Ad on this page) of-the-art performing arts complex in the heart of the vibrant City of Brampton. Built with exacting standards to deliver world-class entertainment, the theatre features two performance halls designed for live theatre, musical theatre, dance, and concerts, as well as broadcast production, corporate functions and social events. Visit www.myrosetheatre.ca for the complete 2010/2011 performance schedule. 1 Theatre Lane, Box Office 905-874-2800 www.myrosetheatre.ca
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Lester B. Pearson Theatre Map ID: 46 The Lester B. Pearson Memorial Theatre is located across from the Bramalea City Centre, just inside the Bramalea Civic Centre. This 470 seat theatre enjoys a very busy season of theatre performances from late September to early May. 150 Central Park Dr. 905-874-2800 www.myrosetheatre.ca
Cyril Clark Lecture Hall Map ID: 27 The Cyril Clark Lecture Hall is located in the Heart Lake community, across from the Loafer’s Lake Recreation Centre. This small 186 seat theatre-style hall is popular for community groups, theatre groups and music schools.
The library and lecture hall will re-open in 2010, after renovations are completed, with show bookings expected to start in the fall of 2010. .20 Loafers Lake Lane 905-874-2800 www.myrosetheatre.ca Visual Arts
Beaux-Arts Brampton Map ID: 4 The Main Gallery and smaller Cove Gallery exhibit work by both member and non-member artists. Shows range from solo and small groups to special events. The second floor is home to eight private working studios showcasing art from a variety of mediums and is open to the public. Visit their website for the complete Main Gallery Exhibit & Art Cove schedule. 70-74 Main St. N. 905-454-5677 www.beaux-artsbrampton.com
Peel Heritage Complex (under renovation) Map ID: 56 Museum | Archives | Art Gallery Closed | Re-opening Fall 2011 (Ad on page 5) The Art Gallery of Peel’s exhibitions and permanent collection bring an impressive range of regional, provincial, national and international art making practices to the Peel community.
40 Presently under an ambitious renovation and expansion project, the Peel Heritage Complex continues to make history. Join them in fall 2011 for the grand Artway at Shoppers World re-opening. It will be magnificent! 9 Wellington St. E. 905-791-4055 www.peelheritagecomplex.org
Visual Arts Brampton Map ID: 66 Through Visual Arts Brampton, Artway and World Art Gallery are free community exhibit spaces located at the Shoppers World Brampton mall. Artway celebrates the arts through portraits, still life, painting, drawing and printmaking. World Art Gallery (WAG) is a display space featuring postcard-sized artworks from hundreds of artists around the world. WAG features a diverse collection of styles, subjects and art medium, sent in from 20 countries on four continents. Shoppers World Brampton, 499 Main St. S. 905-453-9142. www.visualartsbrampton.com Brampton Arts Council
Art, Music, Dance, Drama! (Ad on page 21) The Brampton Arts Council is a non-profit, charitable, multi-arts umbrella organization dedicated to the promotion and development of the arts in Brampton.
The Brampton Arts Council offers a wide range of programs, activities and initiatives in the following categories: education/development, networking opportunities, communications, promotion and advocacy.
It proudly provides the Heritage, Arts, Cultural, Entertainment (HACE)TM Entrepreneurship Program to Brampton residents involved in these endeavours.
For more information on upcoming events, workshops, the Council and its members, please contact the Brampton Arts Council. 905-874-2919 [email protected] www.artsbrampton.ca
41 RELAX.
Visitors and residents are delighted with the extensive natural escapes located within this urban centre. Brampton has many lakes, beaches, rivers, garden destinations, conservation areas, more than 120 kilometres of trails and more than 3,300 hectares of parks and open spaces, all within the borders of our beautiful city.
Take one of our self-guided nature tours and explore these wonderful features. Our Floral Tour will show you why Brampton is the recipient of an International Communities in Bloom Award.
We invite you to get back to nature and look behind the buildings into this wonderful, colourful city.
Page Destination Gardens 44 Parks 46 Conservation Areas 47 Lakes & Beaches 48 Trails 49
42 Fishing at Heart Lake FLOWERS
Historically, Brampton was Canada’s “Flowertown”. Today, Brampton is fast becoming known as Canada’s Flower City. Brampton tourists see some of the most beautiful flowerbeds and floral displays in the province. With over 400 roadside gardens, wonderful destination gardens and millions of spring flowers, you’ll see why Brampton was the 2008 Communities in Bloom International Winner!
SELF-GUIDED TOURS! Take one of our self-guided tours. You’ll love the experience!
www.tourismbrampton.ca . Toronto Ontario Temple Destination Gardens Charles F. Watson Family Gardens Map ID: 16 These beautiful showpiece gardens are an oasis of colour, situated along the Etobicoke Creek Trail. Located at Highway 10 on the east side, at Peel Village Pkwy.
Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park Map ID: 29 Greenhouse & Gardens Escape from the winter weather in our greenhouse, or bask in our gardens under the summer sun. You will find these gardens and greenhouse at the south end of the park facing Queen St. E. Call the park for parking locations during 2010-2011 renovations at 905-458-6958.
44 Gage Park Map ID: 34 Gage Park is Brampton’s oldest municipal park and a very beautiful one. Pretty floral gardens, large trees, a gazebo and a fountain provide a wonderful setting popular with both local residents and visitors from far and wide. Located at the southwest corner of Main St. S. and Wellington St. W.
Historic Bovaird House Map ID: 38 A significant Brampton heritage landmark, the Historic Bovaird House property boasts heritage gardens typical of 19th century plantings, including a pretty rose garden, herb garden and orchard. Located at 563 Bovaird Dr. E., just east of Kennedy Rd.
Mandarin Restaurant Corporate Headquarters Map ID: 49 This garden of excellence is a wonderful example of pride of ownership. The Mandarin Restaurant corporate headquarters in Brampton showcases extensive gardens full of beautiful perennials, annuals and a rock waterfall feature. Visit in the winter to see the gardens sparkling with over 650,000 holiday lights. Located at 8 Clipper Crt, off of Biscayne Ave. (south of Steeles Ave.) west of Hwy. 410.
Toronto Ontario Temple Map ID: 75 Toronto Ontario Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Brampton offers some of the most beautiful grounds in the Greater Toronto Area. With its spectacular flowers and impressive fountains, the gardens of the temple are open to the public during the growing season on Sunday and Tuesday to Friday from noon until 8pm, Saturday 8am until 8pm. Closed Mondays. The Temple respectfully requests that there be no smoking or picnicking on the grounds. Located at 10060 Bramalea Rd., on the northwest corner of Bovaird Dr. and Bramalea Rd.
See why Brampton is the Flower City with the help of our Self-Guide Floral Tour. Obtain your copy at: Brampton’s Tourism Information Kiosk, 33 Queen St. W. www.tourismbrampton.ca 905-874-3601
45 . NATURE Parks
Gage Park Map ID: 34 The landmark gazebo and skating trail means you’ve arrived at Gage Park. Set in Brampton’s historic downtown, summer at Gage Park offers rollerblading, jogging, a children’s play area and wading pool. A popular picnic spot, the park also hosts a series of summer evening concerts and special events. In the winter, a temperature-controlled skating trail attracts families and skating enthusiasts from Brampton and beyond to experience skating through the trees of this beautiful park. Main St. S. & Wellington St. W. 905-874-2300 www.brampton.ca
Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park Map ID: 29 Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park is under construction! This is an exciting time for Brampton’s feature destination park. Using equal funding from the City of Brampton, Government of Canada and Province of Ontario, $24.5 million of improvements and changes will be made over the next year, culminating in a fantastic new destination in March 2011.
What’s happening? Improvements to the curling and tennis facility; expansion of the ski chalet; pond restoration; construction of a new playground and water play feature; upgrades to mini-golf, sports fields, running track and basic park service improvements.
The park will remain open during construction, although affected areas will be closed to the public as necessary. 9050 Bramalea Rd. (at Queen St.) For more information about access to parking and amenities, the formal gardens and greenhouse, please contact 905-458-6958 or visit www.brampton.ca.
Eldorado Park Map ID: 30 This park has been a public recreational area since the beginning of the 1900s. To this day, Eldorado Park remains a popular place to fish, walk, picnic and relax along the riverbanks. Eldorado is also home to the only outdoor public pool in Brampton. Please call for seasonal dates and hours of operation. 8520 Creditview Rd. 905-874-2874 www.brampton.ca
46 Community Forest Map ID: 22 Brampton’s Community Forest is an exciting partnership between the City of Brampton and the Toronto Region Conservation Authority, with the generous support of Trees Ontario, Tree Canada and the Region of Peel. Working together, they are creating a forest along Etobicoke Creek, in the heart of the City. It will serve as a showcase for healthy urban forests. Located in Elgin Woods Park, on the west side of Hurontario St., south of Elgin Dr. There is no parking lot onsite. Please park where permitted nearby.
MORE OUTDOOR FUN! Be sure to check out the Play section of this guide for information on canoeing, fishing, horseback riding, skiing, skating and more outdoor fun! . Heart Lake Conservation Areas Heart Lake Conservation Area Map ID: 37 2010 Operating Season: April 17 to October 11. (Ad on page 57) Heart Lake Conservation Area is named after its spring-fed lake, which is roughly shaped like a heart. Located within the Etobicoke Creek watershed, this park is a popular destination, with more than five million visitors since it opened in 1957. Parks amenities include a popular new splash pad facility, hiking trails, fishing, picnic areas, playground, pedal boat and canoe rentals. 10818 Heart Lake Rd. 416-667-6295 www.trcaparks.ca
Claireville Conservation Area Map ID: 19 A large, relatively dense forested retreat in the southeast corner of Brampton, Claireville Conservation Area contains some significant heritage features for the city. Claireville is a passive conservation area, preserving local wildlife and natural landscape. This is an unsupervised conservation area. New parking is available at the Hwy. 50 entrance, north of Steeles Ave. Washroom facilities are not available. Queen St. E. (Hwy. 7) and Claireville Conservation Rd. www.trcaparks.ca (west of The Gore Rd.) 416-667-6295
47 LAKES . Lakes & Beaches
Professor’s Lake Map ID: 60 2010 Beach & Boathouse Operating Season: June 24 to September 6 You and your family will have a marvelous time at Professor’s Lake. A luxurious, man-made, spring-fed lake spanning 65 acres, it features well-groomed sandy beaches and is used extensively for canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating and fishing. Only non-motorized boats are allowed on the water. Other lakeside pursuits include a waterslide, beach volleyball and playgrounds. The recreation facility also includes change rooms, food concessions and second floor lake view meeting rooms. Professor’s Lake is part of a scenic trail for walking, cycling and inline skating.
Beach entrance fee: $3.55 Adult (18 – 54), $2.55 Youth (17 & under), $2.65 Jr. Senior (55 – 69), Free Senior (70+), $7.65 Group of 4 (max 2 adults) Rentals: Paddleboats, canoes and kayaks available. 1660 North Park Dr. 905-791-7751 or 905-874-2300 www.brampton.ca
Loafer’s Lake Map ID: 48 Along the Etobicoke Creek you will find picturesque Loafer’s Lake. A popular place for relaxing and taking photographs, Loafer’s Lake is a great spot to start your walk along the Etobicoke Creek Trail. Loafer’s Lake Recreation Centre, just beside the lake, offers parking and public washrooms. 30 Loafer’s Lake Lane 905-846-2370 www.brampton.ca
48 Professor’s Lake . TRAILS Trails
The City of Brampton has three main trail systems that run north and south throughout the City.
Brampton’s pathways set our City apart from other communities. You can escape to a quiet natural environment or travel along the paths as your green transportation route.
Chinguacousy Trail Map ID: 17 Total Distance: 8 km/length • Sandalwood Pkwy. to Bovaird Dr. • Bovaird Dr. to Williams Pkwy. • Williams Pkwy. to Queen St. • Queen St. to Avondale Blvd. Surface: Paved, lit pathways with benches and garbage bins Facilities: Victoria Park Arena, off of Avondale Blvd. Public parking and washrooms available.
Etobicoke Creek Trail Map ID: 31 Total Distance: 14.5 km/length • Mayfield Rd. to Sandalwood Pkwy. • Sandalwood Pkwy. to Bovaird Dr. • Bovaird Dr. to Queen St. • Queen St. to Steeles Ave. Surface: Limestone from Mayfield Rd. to Inder Heights Dr. Asphalt from Conservation Dr. to Steeles Ave. Paved and lit pathways with benches and garbage bins Facilities: Loafer’s Lake Recreation Centre. Public parking and washrooms available.
Professor’s Lake Trail Map ID: 61 Total Distance: 11 km/length • Peter Robertson Blvd. to Bovaird Dr. • Bovaird Dr. to Williams Pkwy. • Williams Pkwy. to Queen St. E. • Queen St. E. to Avondale Blvd. Surface: Paved and lit pathways with benches and garbage bins Facilities: Professor’s Lake Recreation Centre or Victoria Park Arena. Public parking and washrooms available.
Pick up your personal copy of Brampton’s Trails & Pathways Guide by visiting Tourism Brampton’s information kiosk, any recreation centre throughout Brampton, Brampton Public Library locations or the Rose Theatre Brampton. Also available online at www.brampton.ca.
49 PLAY.
Be active or simply relax - it’s your choice. You can take on a challenging round of golf or watch an action-packed game at the Powerade Centre. Try your hand at fishing or take a horseback trail ride. Brampton is the place for all ages and all seasons. Come out and play with us!
Page Sports Venues and Teams 52 City of Brampton Facilities 52 Golf 53 Horseback Riding 54 Skateboard/BMX Parks 54 Formula Kartways 55 Laser Quest 55 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing 55 Ice Skating 55 Wild Water Kingdom 56 Fishing 56 Chess Park 57 Movie Theatres 57
50 Heart Lake Splash Pad SPORTS. Sports Venues and Teams Powerade Centre Map ID: 58 The Powerade Centre now attracts over one million visitors a year. The Centre has four NHL size rinks, including a 5,000 seat spectator bowl as well as five baseball diamonds, three cricket pitches, a rugby field, outdoor ball hockey rink and a paintball park. With a 250 seat restaurant, luxury suites and meeting spaces, the Centre can accommodate any occasion or event. 7575 Kennedy Rd. S. 905-459-9340 www.poweradecentre.com
Home to… Brampton Battalion OHL Hockey www.battalionhockey.com Brampton Excelsiors OLA Lacrosse www.excelsiors.com
City of Brampton Facilities The City of Brampton has 12 arenas/fieldhouses and a number of soccer, cricket pitches, football and lacrosse fields, and baseball diamonds conveniently located throughout the city. Our customer service representatives will be happy to help you arrange space and time for your sporting events, meetings and other special events. Call 905-874-BOOK (2665) or visit www.brampton.ca.
Victoria Park Arena Map ID: 78 20 Victoria Cres. 905-793-7500 Home to… Brampton Lions CPSL Soccer www.bramptonlionsfc.ca
Century Gardens Recreation Centre Map ID: 15 340 Vodden St. E. 905-874-2814 Home to… .Brampton Thunder NWHL Hockey www.bramptonthunder.com City of Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Map ID: 58 The Powerade Centre is also home to the City of Brampton Sports Hall of Fame. Our Brampton Sports Hall of Fame honours the history of sport in Brampton, in particular, those who have made outstanding contributions and achievements in the development of sport. For more information, visit www.bramptonsports.ca
52 . Golf Turnberry Golf Club
The City of Brampton features a wide variety of both public and private courses to ensure golfers are challenged and entertained. From a short 9-hole course to championship 18-hole courses, find the perfect place to test your clubs - whatever your level of expertise. Golf Courses Course Facilities MAP # Brampton Golf Club • Private club • 18 holes Map ID: 11 7700 Kennedy Rd. • Cart rentals • No club rentals 905-457-5700 • Full pro shop • Practice facilities www.bramptongolf.com • Driving range Castlemore Golf & Country Club • Semi-private course • 18 holes Map ID: 14 3255 Countryside Dr. • Par 70 • Club rentals available 905-794-0201 • Cart rentals • Practice facilities www.castlemore.com • Full pro shop • No driving range Lionhead Golf & Country Club • Public course • Par 72 (both courses) Map ID: 47 8225 Mississauga Rd. • Two championship 18 hole courses 905-455-8400 • Cart rentals • Club rentals available www.golflionhead.com • Full pro shop • Practice facilities • Driving range Parkshore Golf Course • Public course • 9 holes Map ID: 55 7797 Goreway Dr. • Par 36 • Pull card rentals only 905-458-4433 • Small pro shop • Club rentals available www.parkshoregolf.ca • Practice facilities • No driving range Peel Village Golf Course • Public course • 9 holes Map ID: 57 29A Hartford Trail • Par 36 • Pull cart rentals only 905-874-2995 • Small pro shop • Club rentals available www.brampton.ca • Practice facilities • No driving range Riverstone Golf & Country Club • Semi-private course • 9 holes Map ID: 63 195 Don Minaker Dr. • Par 35 • Cart rentals 905-794-8483 • Full pro shop • Club rentals available www.riverstonegolf.com • No practice green • No driving range Streetsville Glen Golf & • Public course • 18 holes Map ID: 69 Country Club • Par 69 • Cart rentals 1876 Hallstone Rd. • Full pro shop • Club rentals available 905-451-9325 • Practice facilities • No driving range www.golfstreetsvilleglen.com Turnberry Golf Club • Public course • 18 holes Map ID: 77 10,100 Heart Lake Rd. • Par 56 • Cart rentals 905-500-GOLF (4653) • Full pro shop • Club rentals available www.turnberrygolf.ca • Practice facilities • Driving range (Ad on page 54)
53 ONTARIO’S FIRST CHAMPIONSHIP SHORT COURSE
Golf from $35. Driving range open 7 days a week. 10100 Heart Lake Road, Brampton • 905.500.GOLF (4653) • turnberrygolf.ca
Driving Ranges Brampton Civic Golf Range 745 Bovaird Dr. W. 905-450-8753 Map ID: 8 Brampton Golf Centre Tipflight Dr. & Edwards Blvd. Map ID: 10 Hwy. 10 and Hwy. 407 905-670-5080 www.bramptongolfcentre.com The Old Pro Driving Range 2055 Bovaird Dr. W. 905-456-0072 Map ID: 74 www.theoldprodrivingrange.com WWK Sports Complex 7855 Finch Ave. W. 416-369-0123 Map ID: 80 . www.wwksportscomplex.com Horseback Riding Claireville Ranch Claireville Conservation Rd. 905-794-0700 Map ID: 19 www.clairevilleranch.com Creditview Stables 7734 Creditview Rd. 905-451-8654 Map ID: 26 (English Riding Only) . Skateboard/BMX Parks The City of Brampton Community Services Department, in cooperation with Sk8bike Brampton, maintains five skateboard/BMX parks. Equipment is inspected to maintain high safety standards. Hours of operation: Daily, 9am - 10pm (weather and daylight permitting.) For detailed information, visit www.brampton.ca/sk8 or e-mail [email protected]. Guidelines for riding in skateboard/BMX parks: • Helmets and personal protective equipment are highly recommended • All parks are unsupervised • Youth under 10 years of age must be accompanied by an adult
Cassie Campbell Community 1050 Sandalwood Pkwy. W. 905-840-4041 Map ID: 13 Centre Skatepark Chinguacousy Skatepark 9050 Bramalea Rd. 905-840-4041 Map ID: 29 Jim Archdekin Skatepark 9292 Conestoga Dr. 905-840-1023 Map ID: 43 Memorial Skatepark 69 Elliot St. 905-874-2874 Map ID: 50 South Fletcher’s Sportsplex 500 Ray Lawson Blvd. 905-874-2856 Map ID: 68 54 LIKE THE THRILL OF RACING? Go to . . . Formula Kartways Experience the thrill of racing on the safety of a controlled indoor track. Open seven days a week, year round. Call to book your race time.
79 Bramsteele Rd. 905-459-1073 . www.formulakartways.com Map ID: 33 Laser Quest Map ID: 45 A fast paced game for ages 5 to 85. A high-tech combination of tag and hide and seek played in a large, multi-level arena with specialty lighting, fog and music. Group packages are available. .905-456-9999, 241 Clarence St. www.laserquest.com Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing Map ID: 29 What an exciting time for Donald M. Gordon (DMG) Chinguacousy Park! Under construction for the 2010 – 2011 season, this 400-acre destination park will undergo major changes. Our very popular Chinguacousy Ski Hill will receive a brand new two-storey, 15,000 square foot Ski Chalet.
The hill will be closed for the 2010-11 winter season. A grand re-opening of the Rendering of Future Ski Chalet hill will be scheduled to kick off the 2011- Source: City of Brampton and 2012 winter season. Please contact DMG MacLennan Jaunkalns Miller Architects Ltd. Chinguacousy Park for more information. .9050 Bramalea Rd. (at Queen St.) 905-458-6555 www.brampton.ca Ice Skating Map ID: 34 Brampton’s temperature-controlled skating trail at Gage Park attracts families and skating enthusiasts from Brampton and beyond. Come and skate through the trees of this majestic park, it’s a wonderful and unique experience. Main St. S. & Wellington St. W.
WINTER 55 WATER
WATER ATTRACTION Wild Water Kingdom, “Canada’s Largest Water Park”, is 100 acres of fabulous fun featuring Dolphin Bay children’s area with “The Big Tipper” (the only double tipping bucket attraction in the world with 800 gallons of water splashing down), Water Sprayland, seven children’s water slides, and the Dryland Playground 7855 Finch Ave. W. 416-369-WILD (9453) Toll Free: 1-866-794-WILD www.wildwaterkingdom.com Map ID: 80 . Fishing Visit one of Brampton’s three fishing locations:
Eldorado Park Types of Fish: Trout, Bass, Chubs, Salmon (when they spawn) Map ID: 30 8520 Admission: Free Creditview Rd. Boat Rentals: not available, shore fishing only 905-874-2830 Season: June – October Hours of Operation: 9am – 9pm Heart Lake Types of Fish: Rainbow Trout, Natural Bass population Map ID: 37 Conservation Area Admission: adults (16+) $6, seniors (60+) $5, children 10818 Heart (infant to 15) Free Lake Rd. Angling Fees: adults $5.30, children (five to 14) $2.65. TRCA ** No Live Bait! Artificial lures are allowed. 416-667-6295 Water Play Facility Fee: children (2 to 15) $2.50, adults www.trcaparks.ca (with their children) Free (Ad on page 57) Boat Rentals: Pedal boat and canoe rentals available. Season: April 17 – October 11, 2010 Hours of Operation: Visit website for specific days and times. Professor’s Lake Types of Fish: Black Crappie, Bluntnose Minnow, Carp, Map ID: 60 1660 North Koi, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Sunfish, Rock Bass, Park Dr. Sucker, Yellow Perch, Jumbo Perch 905-791-7751 Admission: Free www.brampton.ca Boat Rentals: not available for fishing, shore fishing only Season: year-round, weather depending Hours of Operation: no regulated hours, only for beach area
56 . Chess Park Map ID: 79 The Vivian Lane Chess Park, located in downtown Brampton, is a wonderful way for chess enthusiasts to enjoy the outdoors, meet new friends and test their skills. Main St. N. beside the Beaux- Arts Brampton gallery. . Movie Theatres Take in a movie at one of Brampton’s three theatres. www.cineplex.com
Cineplex Odeon Orion Gate 20 Biscayne Cres. 905-455-1778 Map ID: 18
Gateway 6 Brampton 5 Gateway Blvd. 905-792-2906 Map ID: 35 Silver City Brampton 50 Great Lakes Dr. 905-789-6797 Map ID: 67
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Experience Brampton’s shopping scene - from indoor destination malls, to big box power centres, to flea markets, to boutiques in our historic downtown - it’s your choice. Looking to buy something hand-made? Attend the Brampton Farmers’ Market in downtown Brampton on Saturdays from June to October (schedule in events section), or buy something fresh at one of our local farms and country markets.
If you are looking for a wonderful meal to be prepared for you, dine at one of our hundreds of restaurants. You will be glad you did.
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58 The Bistro at Riverstone DINE
The Downtown Brampton Restaurant and Theatre District welcomes you with the Tastes of the World found within the few blocks of our scenic and historic heart of . the city. (Ad on page 39) Dining Out
Whether you want an elegant restaurant with a cozy ambience, a piano bar, a fun family restaurant or a quick snack on the run, Brampton is a city with great taste. Our dining establishments reflect Brampton’s urban lifestyle and multicultural influences. Join us for some Greek, British, Caribbean, Chinese, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Portuguese, Jerk/West Indian, Vietnamese or Thai food. You can feast on all types of delectable dishes from chicken, steak, seafood and lamb to sushi, souvlaki, pasta, noodle and tandoori dishes.
If your appetite leans towards more casual fare, visit our delicatessens, cafés, bakeries, coffee shops, pubs, bars, grills and small family-owned eateries for the best choice in everything from burgers to samosas. Indulge your sweet tooth with ice cream, frozen yogurt, smoothies or Indian sweets. Brampton will treat you to one satisfying encounter after another.
For a comprehensive dining list visit www.tourismbrampton.ca.
Approachable casual dining and panoramic patio views overlooking Turnberry Golf Club. 10100 Heart Lake Road, Brampton • 905.500.0918 • nine18.ca SHOP . Indoor Malls Bramalea City Centre Map ID: 7 (Ad on back cover) Bramalea City Centre (BCC), Brampton’s largest enclosed shopping centre, offers over 240 national and specialty stores and services. Newly renovated and expanded, BCC features soaring atriums, a relaxing décor, soft seating areas and ample free covered parking. An additional 100 new shopping and dining options will open August 2010, making Bramalea City Centre one of Canada’s largest and finest shopping destinations. BCC. Evolutionary Style. 25 Peel Centre Dr., Dixie Rd. & Queen St. www.bramaleacitycentre.com
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61 Check out our online business directory at www.brampton.ca for a complete listing of all retailers and shopping opportunities!
Shoppers World Brampton Map ID: 66 (Ad on inside front cover) Shoppers World Brampton has over 180 shops and services for all of your shopping needs, plus a 352-seat food court with 13 scrumptious eateries and free wi-fi service. There is plenty of parking and friendly staff to assist you in finding what you need. .499 Main St. S., Main St. & Steeles Ave. www.shoppersworldbrampton.com Big Box Retail Centres
Trinity Common Map ID: 76 More than 50 “Big Box” retailers are located at this centre, including the Cineplex SilverCity Brampton movie theatre. .100 Great Lakes Blvd., Hwy. 410 & Bovaird Dr. www.trinity-group.com Shop Downtown Brampton Downtown map page 36 (Ad on page 37) Spend a day downtown Brampton. Shop in our boutiques, have lunch at one of our many wonderful restaurants and enjoy some relaxation time at one of our popular spas. . www.downtownbrampton.com Flea Market 747 Flea Market Map ID: 2 73 Parkhurst Sq. Saturday & Sunday, 10am – 5pm
62 MARKET . Brampton Farmers’ Market Map ID: 9 Every Saturday from June 19 to October 9, 2010, downtown Brampton is turned into a vibrant outdoor festival marketplace. Visitors gather at the Brampton Farmers’ Market to buy the freshest locally grown Ontario produce, handmade crafts, preserves, baked goods and much more from over 40 vendors.
You’ll experience no other market like it. A portion of Main Street in downtown Brampton shuts down to traffic. People of all ages and ethnicity gather to socialize, listen to entertainment, buy fresh produce or crafts, and sit down to enjoy breakfast.
Make sure you take a look at “Art in the Open” located in Garden Square, adjacent to the market. Members of the Brampton Arts Council sell watercolours, dried flower arrangements, woodcrafts, garden ornaments, and a lot more…all unique and handmade by local artists. Main St. & Queen St., downtown Brampton 905-874-2650 Saturdays, 7am - 1pm (June 19 to October 9, 2010)
63 Visit any one of Brampton’s great pick your own farms and country markets to .experience family activities, fresh fruits, vegetables and quality goods. Pick Your Own Farms FARM ADDRESS PICK-YOUR-OWN MAP # Al Ferri and 8605 Heritage Rd. • Apples Map ID: 3 Son’s Country 905-455-8202 • Stawberries Apple Store The Big’R 8672 Heritage Rd., • Apples Map ID: 6 Apple Farm North on Heritage Rd. • Pears from Steeles Ave. • Strawberries 905-455-8414 • Pumpkins • Squash • Sweet Peas Carl Laidlaw 9496 Heritage Rd. • Apples Map ID: 12 Orchards 905-456-2095 • Pears • Raspberries Green Acres 9266 Heritage Rd., • Apples Map ID: 36 Farm North of Steeles Ave. 905-459-4458 Orchalaw 9726 Heritage Rd. • Apples Map ID: 53 Farm 905-456-1879 • Pears www.orchalawfarms.com • Pumpkins Quint Ferri 9156 Heritage Rd. • Apples Map ID: 62 North Farm 905-456-1968 Sunny Acre 9519 Winston Churchill Blvd. • Raspberries Map ID: 70 .Farms 905-867-5629 Country Markets FARM ADDRESS MAP # The Apple Factory 10024 Mississauga Rd. Map ID: 71 905-846-3715 www.applefactory.com Crawford’s 2809 Bovaird Dr. W. Map ID: 24 905-451-0347 The Greenhouse at 8175 Winston Churchill Blvd. Map ID: 73 Maple Lodge Farms 905-454-5388 Prince of Wales 9496 Heritage Rd. Map ID: 59 905-456-2095 Additional farms and markets can be found at www.huttonville.com or www.growninpeel.ca.
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