Peel Region serves more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Caledon, and Mississauga and delivers a wide range of resident focused services across the Region. Rapid population growth, and commercial development have transformed what was primarily a rural area of farms and villages into a dynamic blend of urban, industrial, and residential areas. Peel is known for its large and vibrant newcomer community, with the highest percentage of racialized individuals in the GTA at 69% (2021). Peel Region’s 20-year vision is “Community for Life”, where everyone enjoys a sense of belonging and has access to the services and opportunities they need to thrive throughout each stage of their lives.    Serving as Peel Region’s Medical Officer of Hea