2026 State of the City Program

2026

STATE OF THE

CITY With Mayor Patrick Brown

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2026 11:00AM - 2:00PM

Queen’s Manor Event Centre - 2 Auction Lane, Brampton

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EVENT PROGRAM Queen’s Manor Event Centre - 2 Auction Lane

11:00 AM

Doors Open, Registration Check In

11:15 AM

Networking Luncheon

12:15 PM

Welcome & Opening Remarks

12:25 PM

Guest Speaker Tiger Jeet Singh Jr. Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation

12:30 PM

BBOT 2026 Preview Jaipaul Massey-Singh Brampton Board of Trade

12:45 PM

State of the City Address Mayor Patrick Brown City of Brampton

1:00 PM

Award Presentation Mayor Patrick Brown’s Recognition of Business Excellence

1:15 PM

Closing Remarks & Networking

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Welcome to the 2026 State of the City Jaipaul Massey-Singh CEO, Brampton Board of Trade

Welcome to the 2026 State of the City Luncheon Brampton’s signature gathering of business leaders, community partners, and decision-makers. We’re grateful you’re here, and are especially pleased to welcome Mayor Patrick Brown, who will be sharing his perspective on where our city stands and where it’s headed next.

2025 tested our community. Global pressures and local challenges placed real demands on Brampton’s businesses and workforce. Yet time and again, Brampton businesses rose to the moment by adapting, supporting one another, and continuing to invest in growth even when conditions were far from easy.

That resilience carries special weight as we look to 2026, a pivotal year for our city. As businesses navigate evolving trade relationships and shifting global markets, alongside challenges with affordability and competitiveness, the priorities we set and the conversations we have now will help shape Brampton’s next chapter.

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ABOUT BBOT

About Brampton Board of Trade Brampton’s Largest Business Association

The Brampton Board of Trade is where businesses of all shapes, sizes and sectors convene, collaborate and create solutions to boost regional economic prosperity.

Brampton business leaders are focused on running their businesses cost-effectively and successfully, while handling a myriad of challenges such as technology, competitiveness, job creation and government legislation. The Board of Trade helps members make the right connections and provides solutions to the toughest problems — shaping change and advocating for Brampton. Members of the Board of Trade also have access to countless tools to help grow their business, increase productivity, and control their bottom line.

In order for our city to realize its full potential and to capitalize on the tremendous opportunities ahead, businesses and all levels of government need to be aligned. Brampton’s moment is now.

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Giveaways & Prizes, provided by our Experience Partners

WELCOME

Opening Remarks

Boyd Reid Chair, Brampton Board of Trade

Boyd is the Co-founder & CEO of Hop In Technologies and the 2026 Chair of the Brampton Board of Trade. Boyd is also an advisor with the Black Entrepreneurship Alliance, and alumnus of both the DMZ and Techstars. Boyd is driven by a passion to help people get access to opportunity whether it's through transportation with Hop In or through his community involvement.

Guest Speaker Tiger Jeet Singh Jr. President, Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation

Tiger Jeet Singh Jr. is an internationally recognized wrestling superstar and President of the Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation.

Alongside his father, he supports charities and hospitals through impactful community leadership. A champion of inclusivity, he inspires youth worldwide and is an Honorary Police Officer and Ambassador for Halton and Peel Regional Police Services.

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ECONOMIC INSIGHTS

BBOT 2026 PREVIEW Jaipaul Massey-Singh CEO, Brampton Board of Trade

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STATE OF THE CITY

State of the City Address Mayor Patrick Brown City of Brampton

Welcome to the Brampton Board of Trade’s Annual State of the City Luncheon.

It’s a pleasure to be with the business leaders, builders, innovators, and employers who are driving Brampton forward. This year’s message is clear: Brampton is on the move. From record investment and faster approvals to historic progress in health care, transit, and advanced manufacturing, our city is growing with purpose and momentum.

I want to thank the Brampton Board of Trade for its continued leadership and advocacy on behalf of our business community. Together, we are building a city that is competitive, connected, and ready to lead—today and into the future. – Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton

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STATE OF THE CITY

Award Presentation Mayor Patrick Brown’s Recognition of Business Excellence Award presented to

Headquartered in Brampton, Canon Canada is a leading provider of consumer and business-to-business digital imaging solutions.

Innovation and cutting-edge technology have been essential ingredients in Canon’s success. What sets Canon apart is its unique ability to leverage image capture and output technologies together. It’s the only brand that develops both cameras and printers. Its portfolio of business offerings – including managed IT services, multifunction office devices, production printers, and workflow solutions like payment automation – helps companies digitally transform their operations and adapt as their enterprise grows. Canon Canada is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing Canadian-based service and support for every product it distributes. Canon Canada is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility.

Justin Lam Executive Vice-President, Business Operations Group Justin began his career with the company in 2004, as the Senior Manager of Marketing. Over the past two decades, he has held progressively more senior roles.

In his current role, Justin oversees the strategy, planning, and marketing of all product groups at Canon Canada.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Closing Remarks

Jaipaul Massey-Singh CEO, Brampton Board of Trade

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