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News release: September 10, 2021

Region of Peel Council Confirms Recognition for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th

Regional Council confirms National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th will be recognized as a paid holiday to be observed by Regional employees.

Brampton, ON. (September 10, 2021) – Region of Peel Council voted today to formally recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30.

In observance of this day, Regional buildings will be closed, and services will operate on a holiday schedule.

Regional Council designated September 30th as a paid holiday for 2021 exclusively and asked that The Region assess how best to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on an annual basis.

The Region will recognize this important day and commits to providing learning to staff throughout the year. Education is foundational to understanding our role as Canadians, our role as a municipal government, and our role in reconciliation with Canada’s Indigenous peoples.

Nando Iannicca, Chair, Region of Peel

Media contact

Denise McDonough
Communication Specialist
Region of Peel
647-262-6549

About Peel Region

In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel's services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.

On December 13, 2023, the Ontario government announced that Peel Region will not be dissolved, and that Bill 112 legislation will be updated to reflect service delivery in Peel. Services for residents and businesses will continue without interruption. For updates and more information, visit Peel's transition page.