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September 30, 2026Brampton’s transit workers back Mayor Brown, citing his support for transit workers and investment in public transit.
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“Mayor Brown has always been there for the labour movement. He stood there with us.”
Andrew Salabie, President, ATU Local 1573
BRAMPTON, ON – ATU Local 1573 has endorsed Patrick Brown for re-election as Mayor of Brampton, citing his support for transit workers and investment in public transit.
“I support and represent the hard-working members of ATU Local 1573 as the president. I’m here today to let you know that we fully support and endorse Mayor Patrick Brown,” said Andrew Salabie, President of ATU Local 1573, in a video announcing the endorsement.
“Mayor Brown has always been there for the labour movement. He’s always invested interest in the hard-working transit workers in the City of Brampton. He stood there with us. He’s shown on multiple occasions that he’s more than willing to invest and do what it takes to support public transit, and we support you, Mayor Brown.”
Andrew Salabie, President, ATU Local 1573
Brown thanked Salabie and ATU Local 1573 for their support.
“Transit workers keep Brampton moving every day. I’m grateful to President Salabie and the members of ATU Local 1573 for their endorsement. Their work matters to families across our city, and I’ll continue to support the people who deliver the transit service Brampton depends on.”
Mayor Patrick Brown
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