Peter Ferragine - Ward 5 Councillor BWG

08/28/2026

This morning, I attended an announcement with the Premier and representatives from the provincial and federal governments confirming up to $94.8 million in infrastructure funding for BWG.

The funding will help support some of the major infrastructure projects we need as Bradford continues to grow.

• Upgrades to the Bradford Water Pollution Control Plant
• Increased water storage at the John Fennell Reservoir
• New water and wastewater infrastructure
• Widening and reconstruction of Line 8 from Sideroad 10 to Barrie Street

These are major projects that need to happen to support our existing community and accommodate future growth.

This funding is tied to BWG’s participation in the Development Charge Reduction Program, which reduces development charges on new homes while senior levels of government help fund the infrastructure those charges would normally support.

These projects are already on the books and nearly $95 million invested directly into Bradford West Gwillimbury infrastructure to fund these projects is great news for our community.

08/27/2026

It has been an honour and a privilege to serve as Chair of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority during its 75th anniversary year.

There’s something pretty special about looking back at the history of the LSRCA and seeing Arthur Evans, the very first Chair in 1951, and having the opportunity to serve as Chair 75 years later.

I’m proud to have played a small part in that history and to work alongside so many dedicated people committed to protecting Lake Simcoe and our watershed for future generations.



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75 Years of Leadership. 75 Years of Building a Legacy.

Behind the work of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority is a Board of Directors made up of representatives from our partner municipalities. The Board provides governance, sets direction and helps ensure the Conservation Authority’s work reflects the needs of the communities and watershed we serve.

For 75 years, dedicated Chairs and Board members have helped guide that work — strengthening municipal partnerships, championing watershed protection and helping shape our vision for the future.

From Arthur Evans, our first Chair in 1951, to Peter Ferragine, our current Chair in 2026, each brought their own perspective, leadership and commitment to conservation.

Their decisions and leadership have helped guide the organization through decades of growth and change, building on the work of those who came before and helping shape the Conservation Authority we are today.

As we celebrate 75 years, we’re proud to recognize the Chairs and Board members who have helped build a lasting legacy for the Lake Simcoe watershed.

75 years of leadership. One shared commitment: protecting the watershed for generations to come.

Below photo: 1957 Board of Directors. Left to right: Resource Manager Art Latornell, Bill Hodgson, Lambert Wilson (Vice-Chair), Harold Pringle (Chair), Wesley Brooks (Secretary Treasurer), RJ Rogers, Arthur D. Evans. Photo credit: Newmarket Historical Society.

08/27/2026

I just finished attending Southlake Health’s Community Open House tonight to learn more about the future of healthcare in our area and what is being planned for Bradford West Gwillimbury.

Southlake is working toward a new Distributed Health Network, which includes the redevelopment of the existing Newmarket hospital, a new acute care hospital in East Gwillimbury, and Advanced Care Centres in Bradford West Gwillimbury and Georgina.

The proposed Bradford Advanced Care Centre would bring more healthcare services directly into our community rather than requiring residents to travel to a hospital for everything. Depending on the needs identified for BWG, that could eventually include things like primary care, diagnostic imaging, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation and other community-based health services.

There is still a lot of planning ahead, and the specific services and location have not yet been determined. Southlake will be looking closely at our growing population, demographics, healthcare needs and barriers to accessing care as that work moves forward.

With BWG’s population projected to nearly double over the coming decades, having more healthcare available closer to home is something our community is going to need.

It was great to see the conversation happening right here in Bradford and to learn more about what could be coming to our community.

08/26/2026

Southlake Health is hosting a community open house TONIGHT to share plans for the future of health care in Bradford West Gwillimbury, including the proposed Advanced Care Centre.⁠
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📅 Wednesday, August 26⁠
⏰ 5–8 p.m.⁠
📍 Bradford Community Hub, 177 Church Street⁠
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Hear from Southlake leaders, learn about plans to bring more care closer to home and ask questions about the future of health care in our community.⁠
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A presentation will begin at approximately 5:45 p.m., but residents are welcome to drop in anytime.

08/22/2026

Yesterday, Council visited 2507 Line 6 to celebrate that the new Dog Park has officially started.

This one took a little bit of work to get to this point.

Last year, Council was presented with a plan for a new dog park that came with a price tag of approximately $427,000. While I supported the idea of having a dog park in our community, I couldn’t support spending that kind of money to build one, and Council ultimately voted against including it in the 2026 budget.

Earlier this year, we learned that the existing Bark Park at Scanlon Creek would be closing. That changed the situation, but it didn’t change my opinion that we could build something our residents need without spending over $400,000 to do it.

Council went back to the drawing board and agreed on a much simpler approach. After discussions, ultimately Council had voted on setting a maximum budget of $180,000 for the new park.

Residents aren't asking for a luxury dog park. They want a safe, dedicated space where they can bring their dogs to get outside and run.
Construction is underway, with the new Dog Park expected to open in September.

I'm glad we were able to find a way forward that provides this amenity for our community.

08/20/2026

Outdoor Movies start now!
The feature movie tonight Zootopia!

Join us at the Public Square – 425 Holland St W

The fun begins at 7:00pm! There are games, food vendors, and pre-show entertainment! Movies will begin at dusk! Don’t forget to bring your blankets and lawn chairs.

Thank you to our sponsors: , and Reali's !

08/19/2026

Visiting staff on Line 10 between Hwy 27 and Sideroad 5 to see the boxed concrete bridge culvert replacement.
The previous culvert was in poor shape so it needed replacing.
Great job done by staff installing this new corregated steel culvert. 6'5" diameter!
A new clear path for the water to flow.

08/18/2026

Outdoor Movies starts now!
The feature movie tonight Elemental!

Join us at the Public Square – 425 Holland St W

The fun begins at 7:00pm! There are games, food vendors, and pre-show entertainment! Movies will begin at dusk! Don’t forget to bring your blankets and lawn chairs.

Thank you to our sponsors: , and Reali's !

08/16/2026

Carrotfest was such a success both Friday night and Saturday all day!
It was amazing to see so many people out.
The street was packed!
The weather was incredible and it must have been the busiest Carrotfest to date.
Enjoyed speaking with residents all day.
I barely got around to all of the booths as the day went by so fast because it was so busy.
Congratulations to the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury for putting on such a successful event!