City of Brampton makes its mark at the annual EDCO conference

BRAMPTON, ON: The City of Brampton’s Economic Development Office is the proud recipient of two awards at the 56^th annual Economic Developers Council of Ontario’s (EDCO) conference held on February 7 in London, Ontario.

The awards received are:

 Winner: Publications (Print or Electronic) - Annual Report, "Brampton 2011 Annual Economic Report"

 Honourable mention:  Product Development - Research Report “Brampton's Creative Economy Research Brief"

“These awards are testament to the professionalism and expertise of our City staff. They also demonstrate that we are committed to fostering the creative economy and maintaining a sustainable economic development plan for Brampton,” said Regional Councillor Gael Miles, Chair of the Brampton Attraction Retention Advisory Committee.

EDCO is an independent, non-profit association of persons engaged in the economic development of Ontario and its communities. The Council was founded in 1957 and boasts a membership of more than 600 economic development practitioners. EDCO offers this awards program as well as professional development opportunities throughout the year.

About Brampton:  The 9^th largest city in Canada, Brampton has a successful, well-diversified economy and is home to more than 8,000 businesses. The City continues to retain a Triple ‘A’ credit rating by Standard & Poor’s, reflecting its successful economy and debt-free position. Brampton celebrates its diverse population that represents people from more than 175 distinct ethnic backgrounds who speak more than 70 different languages. Offering more than 6,000 acres of parkland, Brampton takes pride in being known as the Flower City of Canada. Brampton has been designated since 2007 as an International Safe Community by the World Health Organization.  For more information visit www.brampton.ca

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