Dear Neighbours,

As the Parliament session has come to a close, summer is in full swing and I hope you and your family are enjoying the season. Over the past few weeks, I have had the opportunity to meet with residents, celebrate local milestones, and announce new federal investments that will strengthen Brampton’s economy and keep our communities safe.

Here’s a look at what’s been happening in Brampton Centre and important federal updates you may find helpful.

As always, my office is here to support residents with federal matters and community concerns. Please do not hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

Amandeep Sodhi
Member of Parliament

Congratulations to the graduating Class of 2026!

It was an honour to join CanSTEM Education Private School for its Convocation Ceremony and celebrate the hard work, perseverance, and accomplishments of this year’s graduates. Graduation marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, and I have no doubt these students will continue to make a positive impact in our community and beyond.

To every graduate: congratulations on this incredible achievement, and best wishes for all that lies ahead.

Congratulations to Bloom Child Development Centre on its official inauguration!

I was proud to celebrate the opening of this wonderful new space dedicated to supporting children and families through pediatric therapy, developmental services, and early intervention programs.

Access to quality supports during a child’s early years can make a lifelong difference. Bloom CDC will provide families in Brampton with valuable resources while helping children reach their full potential.

I wish the entire team continued success as they serve our community.

It was wonderful to celebrate Canada Day with residents across Brampton Centre!

I really enjoyed seeing so many people in our community come together to celebrate our great country.

Thank you to everyone who organized and attended the festivities.

Happy Canada Day!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Community Ice Cream Social!

It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with neighbours, hear your ideas, and enjoy a fun summer evening together. I always appreciate the chance to meet with residents and discuss the issues that matter most to our community.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by. I look forward to seeing you again soon!

It was a pleasure to visit Tim Hortons locations in Brampton for Camp Day.

This annual fundraising event takes 100% of the proceeds from hot and iced coffee sales and donates them to the Tim Hortons Foundation Camps for underserved youth.

Thank you to the dedicated staff, volunteers, and everyone who supported this important initiative. Together, we are helping create opportunities for young people across Canada through the Tim Hortons Foundation Camps.

It was an honour to join Habitat for Humanity GTA as families received the keys to their new homes at the William Street development in Brampton.

These 12 new affordable homes are life-changing for their new owners, and it is wonderful to see these initiatives in our community.

Congratulations to the new homeowners, and welcome home!

I was pleased to attend the Sikh Motorcycle Club’s Ride Against Diabetes in Brampton.

Diabetes affects millions of Canadians, and events like this help raise awareness while bringing communities together in support of an important cause. Thank you to the organizers, riders, volunteers, and everyone who helped make the event a success.

I was honoured to attend the First Patotsav Celebration and Krishna Katha Mahotsav at Vraj Canada, a special event marking the consecration anniversary of the temple and featuring devotional storytelling and prayers from the life of Lord Krishna.

It was wonderful to celebrate faith, culture, and community alongside so many families and community members. Thank you to the Vraj Canada Community Centre for the warm welcome and hospitality.

I recently joined the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Sean Fraser, Ontario Attorney General Doug Downey, Mayor Patrick Brown, and law enforcement leaders at Brampton City Hall to mark the passage of Bill C-14, the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act.

Bill C-14 is now law and strengthens Canada’s criminal justice system by introducing stricter bail rules for repeat and violent offenders, strengthening sentencing measures for serious crimes, including extortion, auto theft, and organized crime, and providing law enforcement and prosecutors with stronger tools to help protect our communities.

Everyone deserves to feel safe in their neighbourhood. Our government remains committed to supporting law enforcement, holding serious offenders accountable, and keeping Canadians safe.

I was proud to announce a $5.2 million federal investment through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to help Brampton businesses innovate, grow, and compete in today’s economy.

The investment includes:

• $2.5 million for the Brampton Business Growth Accelerator, helping local businesses scale and expand into new markets.

• 2.7 million for the BNext AI Program, delivered in partnership with the City of Brampton and BHive Brampton, to support businesses adopting artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

These investments will help create good jobs, strengthen our local economy, and ensure Brampton businesses remain competitive for years to come.

Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)!

The CDCP helps make dental care more affordable for eligible Canadians without access to dental insurance.

You may qualify if you have filed your income tax return, have an adjusted family net income below $90,000, are a Canadian resident for tax purposes, or do not have access to dental insurance.

If you received coverage during the 2025–2026 benefit year and did not renew before June 1, 2026, you can still reapply, although there may be a gap in your coverage.

If you think you or your family may be eligible, I encourage you to submit your application.

If you receive federal benefits, here are the upcoming payment dates:

Canada Disability Benefit: August 20

Canada Pension Plan (CPP): August 27

Old Age Security (OAS): August 27

Veteran Disability Pension: August 28

Canada Child Benefit (CCB): August 20

Ontario Trillium Benefit: August 10

Canadians can now renew eligible passports online, making the process more convenient for many applicants.

To renew your passport online, you must meet all of the following requirements:

• You were 16 or older when you applied for your current passport.
• Your current passport is a regular blue passport that was issued within the last 15 years and was valid for 5 or 10 years.
• Your passport shows your place of birth and will expire within the next six months, or has already expired.
• You are renewing your own passport and are keeping the same name, date of birth, place of birth, and gender identifier.
• Your home and mailing address are in Canada, and you will be in Canada to receive your new passport.
• Your current passport is not damaged, seized, or surrendered, and does not contain any official observations.
• You are not replacing a passport that was previously reported lost or stolen.
• You do not need your passport for travel within the next 20 business days, plus mailing time.

A digital passport photo is also required. The photo must be taken in person by a commercial photographer, be less than six months old, and be provided as a digital file rather than a scanned copy of a printed photo.

Please note that once you submit your online renewal application, your current passport will be cancelled immediately and can no longer be used for travel. Processing takes up to 20 business days, plus mailing time. If you need your passport sooner, you should apply in person.

My team and I are always here to assist you with federal programs and services, including:

1) Passport applications
2) Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
3) Old Age Security (OAS)
4) Employment Insurance (EI)
5) Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
6) Immigration and citizenship matters
7) Federal benefits and government services

If you need assistance or have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the constituency office.