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Broadband petition collects over 2,000 signatures

More than 2,000 people have signed a Town of Caledon petition asking the federal and provincial government to declare broadband internet an essential service and free up unused or “dark” fibre optic networks.

“Bringing broadband to Caledon has been a goal of our Council since day one of this term, if not before,” said Thompson. “It is one of the top priorities in our Work Plan and our residents and businesses have been demanding action.  The pandemic has shown us that high speed internet is...

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Town of Caledon acts to protect most vulnerable from COVID-19

(October 9, 2020) -- In response to today’s announcement from the Province of Ontario that Peel Region is scaling back to a modified Stage 2 for the next 28 days, the Town of Caledon is taking action to implement the necessary health and safety measures to protect its most vulnerable citizens and contain the spread of COVID-19.

“No doubt this is a tough call, particularly given the tremendous progress we’ve made in recent weeks here in Caledon,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “We need to go by the science...

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Town of Caledon Thanksgiving Day Closures

Town of Caledon offices, facilities and non-emergency services will be closed Monday, October 12, 2020 for the Thanksgiving Day Holiday.

This includes:

• Libraries
• Recreation facilities
• Animal Shelter
• Provincial Offences Court Office in Caledon and Orangeville
• Town Hall
• Fire and Emergency Services administration

A reminder that, due to COVID-19, Town Hall and select recreation facilities re-open on Tuesday, October 13 by appointment only. Provincial Offences Courts remain closed.

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Masks to be Mandatory in the Town of Caledon Until End of January 2021

Following the Town Council meeting this week, the mandatory face covering  by-law that passed earlier this year has been extended until January 31, 2021. This is to help further prevent the spread of COVID-19.

“I undertand that this has been a challenging year for all of us, but if we continue to do our part, all of us, we will get through this,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “By wearing a mask in public today, we can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 tomorrow.  Let’s follow the ‘Core Four’...

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Automated Speed Enforcement cameras now in Caledon

As of today, the Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program has been activated in Caledon. The first location in Caledon with an ASE camera is on Old Church Road, near Robert F. Hall Catholic Secondary School.

ASE is used in school zones and community safety zones to protect our most vulnerable residents and help them feel comfortable while walking, running, playing, cycling and generally enjoying their community. The system uses a camera and a speed measurement device to capture images of vehicles...

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