Author: Jennifer Mclaughlin

In May, The Town of Caledon presented its inaugural accessibility award to KeyKeeper, a Bolton manufacturer of secure night drop boxes and key drop boxes. The presentation coincided with National AccessAbility Week (May 27 to June 3). “By creating a more inclusive and accessible workplace, KeyKeeper is creating opportunity for people with disabilities to contribute,” said Mayor Allan Thompson at the presentation. “And what better time to recognize them than National AccessAbility Week.” “We’re honoured to receive this award,” said Jonathan Weedon, KeyKeeper owner. “It’s great that we can create a job in Caledon for a Caledon resident. It’s a...

The Town of Caledon has partnered with the Palgrave Rotary Club to provide a fully inclusive and accessible play and gathering place for seniors, families and individuals with special needs. Newly renovated Norma Bangay Park, formerly Westview Park, was unveiled at a ceremony May 28. Derek Clark, of the Palgrave Rotary Club, led a ceremony attended by children from nearby Palgrave elementary schools, members of the White Birch day programme, residents, town officials and Rotary members. Included in the celebration were the official park renaming and National AccessAbility Week (May 28 to June 3). The park features upgrades to...

Summer provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy fresh produce. Now, Peel residents can now pick up the new Grown in Peel guide to learn what locally-grown fruit and vegetables are available for purchase in the region and when they are in season. The guide also shares what is available in local nurseries and greenhouses, as well as where to find other farm-fresh products including meat, eggs, and honey. Hoping to lend economic support to local growers and retailers, the guide features 35 farms, retailers and farmers markets in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga, plus a map showing each location. A...