Bram West, Brampton Neighbourhood Guide: A Growing Community Rooted in Green Space

Brampton as a whole is growing incredibly fast. In fact, it was recently named the fastest-growing municipality in the country, expanding its population by more than 10% in the past five years alone. Bram West is no different, with much of the current community built in the early 2000s and more homes under construction.

You won’t have to go far to find internationally themed restaurants, as well as take in culture at nearby galleries and theatres. You won’t have to leave the neighbourhood at all to enjoy some time basking in nature.

Bram West contains the historic village of Churchville, and there are still some older buildings standing that mark the era. Along a pretty stretch of the Credit River, it was first settled more than 150 years ago when the area was mainly a farming hub. Several mills were constructed along the banks thanks to the available hydropower.

This mostly rural community is also significant for its prehistoric archeological sites, and it was one of the first areas in Ontario to get a Heritage Conservation District designation.

Modern Bram West was developed on agricultural land largely in the early 21st century, meaning many of the current structures look new. In this neighbourhood, you can find a mix of larger detached homes, some of them with unique features such as stucco exteriors.

You’ll also find new semi-detached homes and townhouses, with a few neighbourhoods still under construction. There are some low-rise apartment buildings as well.

Modern Bram West was developed on agricultural land largely in the early 21st century, meaning many of the current structures look new. In this neighbourhood, you can find a mix of larger detached homes, some of them with unique features such as stucco exteriors.

You’ll also find new semi-detached homes and townhouses, with a few neighbourhoods still under construction. There are some low-rise apartment buildings as well.

There are some shopping options for those in the Bram West neighbourhood. Bramalea City Centre on Peel Centre Drive offers nearly 300 shops, services, and eateries. There’s also the aptly named WestBram Plaza, with more than 10 brand-name establishments including a FreshCo grocery store and a pharmacy.

Another project on the table would add a 111,484-square-metre "mega-mall" near Bram West at Bovaird Drive and Mississauga Road, complete with a movie theatre, hotel, and office buildings.

In the Bram West neighbourhood, you’ll find many of the established chain family restaurants you’d expect — such as Jollibee. But those who are looking for a bit more from their dining experience have some choices in the area.

For example, you can try some international flavours at Dawat-E-Khas on Pertosa Drive, which promises authentic dishes of Pakistan. In the same vicinity is Giggling Tomatoes, which is ideal when you want "Canadian" classics like French toast and poutine.

Those in the Bram West area are close to Pickard Park on Albright Road. It boasts a large open space to kick a football around with the family, as well as a playground.

A little further out is Eldorado Park off Creditview Road, a popular destination in the area. That’s probably because it boasts two outdoor playgrounds, as well as five picnic areas.

Another nearby option is Sheffield Park West off Etobicoke Creek Trail, a large open area suitable for relaxing with a book or a picnic.

If you’re a fan of hitting the links, then you can swing over to Lionhead Golf Course on Mississauga Road, featuring two 18-hole championship courses.

If you’re looking for some indoor programming, it’s a short trip to the Cassie Campbell Community Centre on Sandalwood Parkway West. It’s no surprise that this modern centre, sharing the name of the Canadian women’s hockey star, has two indoor ice rinks. But it also has a pool, fitness centre, community room, running track, and more.

Bram West has the advantage of being tucked away in greenery, but still easy to navigate. While you can get across town fairly quickly on Steeles Avenue, you’ll also have easy access to Highway 410. This links to Highway 401, which leads to Highway 427. From there, drivers can get to downtown Toronto along the Gardiner Expressway. The entire commute is about 45 minutes.

Meanwhile, those in the Bram West neighbourhood can hop on a GO train from Mount Pleasant Station to Union Station, which will take a little over an hour. You can also take a bus/subway combination, but expect closer to two hours to the big city.

Those in Bram West enjoy a nice blend of country and city life. You can lose yourself in one of the many large parks nearby, but you can also take part in many indoor and outdoor sports and other recreational activities.

If you’re a big fan of shopping malls, the sprawling Bramalea City Centre is a short skip from the community. There’s no lack of grocery stores, pharmacies, and other essential shops in the neighbourhood.