CivicTechBrampton

Civic Tech Brampton is a community-driven group that brings together residents, technologists, students, and policymakers to solve local civic challenges using technology, data, and design. Part of the broader Canadian civic tech movement, they host meetups for networking, project pitching, and collaboration on solutions to enhance local government services and community life. 

Core Activities & Structure

The group operates as a “community of practice” where people from various backgrounds—not just coders—can contribute.

• Hacknights: Regular gatherings where participants listen to presentations from guest speakers (such as city officials) and then split into breakout groups to work on specific civic projects.
• Collaboration: Members work on building free resources and tools that can be shared with other civic tech communities.
• Diverse Membership: Participants include designers, urban planners, government staff, activists, and curious newcomers.

How to Get Involved

• Attend a Meetup: Join the Civic Tech Brampton Meetup group to find upcoming event dates and locations.
• Inquire Directly: For specific questions or to propose a project, you can email the organizers at civictechbrampton@pm.me.
• Participate in Related Hubs: The Brampton Innovation District also supports similar tech-for-good initiatives and startups in the downtown core.

Climate Ready Homes: Home Flood Protection Workshop

by TRCA

Learn how to prevent flooding and protect your home from water damage!

Looking for easy strategies to make your home flood-resilient?

Join us for the Climate Ready Homes: Home Flood Protection Workshop, where you’ll learn about common home flooding issues, practical solutions and tips to address them, and information about available rebate and incentive programs. The workshop is led by The Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation (Intact Centre) – an applied research centre that works with homeowners, communities, governments and businesses to identify, and reduce, the impacts of extreme weather and climate change.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

What you’ll learn:
• How to identify indoor and outdoor home flooding challenges
• What solutions work best for your home (e.g., rain garden, sump pump, or backwater-valve)
• Practical tips on how to hire an expert to address larger issues (e.g. major foundation repair, waterproofing, dealing with mold, or landscaping)
• Available rebates and incentives for home flood protection measures.

Attend for a chance to win door prizes and enjoy FREE snacks!

Date and Time: Tuesday March 31, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location: Room A/B, Central Branch, Richmond Hill Public Library

Climate Ready Homes: Rain Gardens 101

by TRCA

Looking for a way to transform your yard this spring?

Rain gardens are outdoor spaces with a lot happening just below the surface. Their smart design absorbs excess rainwater and naturally filters it back into the soil, helping your yard and the environment.
Join the Climate Ready Homes team at the upcoming Richmond Hill event Our Power, Our Planet: An Earth Day Celebration where we will lead Rain Gardens 101. Get inspired by vibrant, climate-smart rain garden designs while learning how to create the perfect rain garden for your property. Register for the workshop and stay for the Earth Day event for hands-on fun for the whole family!

What you’ll learn:
– Foundations of rain garden design
– Environmental benefits of rain gardens
– How to choose the best rain garden for your home

Attend for a chance to win a door prize and enjoy free refreshments!

Date & Time: Saturday, April 18, 12:30 P.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Location: Central Branch, Richmond Hill Public Library
*NOTE: Parking may be limited; additional street parking will be available on Hopkins Street and Atkinson Street during the day.

This event is part of the Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Program (SNAP) – a community initiative designed to help make your neighbourhood greener, healthier and more vibrant.

Learn more at trca.ca/snap.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Climate Ready Homes: Beautiful Native Plants

by TRCA

Looking for a fail-proof gardening project this spring?
Native plants are beautiful, low-maintenance options that can brighten up any space!

Join Rexdale SNAP and Climate Ready Homes for the Beautiful Native Plants Workshop, where you’ll learn how native plants can create a thriving, easy-care garden at home. Get inspired and gain practical tools to plant your own natural garden oasis.

The workshop will also feature CLEAResult, who will share information about the Energy Affordability Program (EAP) and the Home Winterproofing Program (HWP). These are free energy efficiency programs supporting income-eligible renters and homeowners to reduce energy use and improve home comfort.

Attend for a chance to win door prizes and enjoy FREE refreshments!

Date and Time: Wednesday, April 22, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Community Room B, Rexdale Community Hub

Register for the Event Here!

This event is part of the Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Program (SNAP) – a community initiative designed to help make your neighbourhood greener, healthier and more vibrant.

Learn more at trca.ca/snap