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Goal of high-speed internet for Caledon reaches major milestone

The Province of Ontario announced today that an RFP worth over $5 million will result in a major improvement to Caledon’s high-speed internet infrastructure.  Issued by Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology Inc. (SWIFT), the RFP includes contributions from all three levels of government – and a local investment of over $600,000 from the Town of Caledon.  

“We have long advocated that this is an essential service and now the pandemic has underscored it,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “I’m...

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Caledon to launch online service innovations and new website

To improve customer service the Town of Caledon is launching a new mobile-friendly website and introducing new online services focused on the most popular services residents and businesses need.

“Because of COVID-19 we’ve had to close Town Hall and all our other facilities for public and staff safety,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “But the good news is that this has given us the opportunity to look at ways to improve the way we deliver services and find new ways to get things done.”

These services...

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Caledon Announces Leadership and Structural Changes to Prepare for Growth and Better Serve Residents

Today the Town of Caledon announced changes within the organization to prepare for future growth, modernize services and better serve Caledon residents.

Changes include bringing Mark Sraga back into the role of Chief Building Official. Mark is returning to the Town after nearly a decade with the City of Toronto. Sylvia Kirkwood, formerly Manager of Policy and Sustainability at the Town, steps into the newly created role of Chief Planner. She will lead the restructuring within the Planning and Development...

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Economic Development Strategy

The Town of Caledon has adopted a ten-year economic development strategy that focuses on creating a vibrant community and a strong business and entrepreneurial ecosystem while continuing to enhance the town’s overall investment readiness.

“As we begin to turn our attention to COVID-19 recovery, now more than ever we need a solid foundation for our economic future,” says Mayor Allan Thompson.  “The strategy provides both short and long-term direction for the municipality as we look to recover...

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#CaledonCares: Unite the community by telling your COVID-19 stories of kindness

The Town of Caledon is putting out a call to residents to share their stories of community heroes and connections, whether big or small, on their social media channels using the hashtag #CaledonCares.

“COVID-19 has affected all of us immensely,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “We are getting through it with help from our courageous frontline workers and the generosity of our neighbours, family and friends. "By sharing our #CaledonCares stories on social media we can further help support and inspire...

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