Two of Brampton’s most recognizable Black enterprise homeowners, Wale Rabiu of Gray Matlock Bakery and Lloyd McDowell of Gem Meat – Fish & Groceries and Gem Home of Jerk, have publicly declared their assist for incumbent Mayor Patrick Brown forward of the October 26 municipal election.
The 2 enterprise leaders hosted a group Meet & Greet at Gem Meat – Fish & Groceries on Thursday, October 8, bringing collectively members of Brampton’s Black group who braved the chilly night climate to point out their assist for Brown as he seeks one other time period as mayor.
Brampton’s Mayor Patrick Brown
The occasion was hosted by former Brampton Metropolis Councillor and present Particular Advisor to the Mayor of Brampton, Mr. Garnett Manning, who helped deliver group members collectively for the gathering. The occasion offered a chance for residents to attach with the mayor, hear about his continued dedication to the town and its various communities, and specific their views forward of election day.
Throughout the occasion, Brown thanked members of the Black group for his or her constant assist through the years and pledged to proceed working with them if re-elected.
Enterprise Proprietor Lloyd McDowell of Gem Meat – Fish & Groceries and Gem Home of Jerk.
McDowell, who operates Gem Meat – Fish & Groceries and Gem Home of Jerk, mentioned he’s not somebody who readily endorses politicians. Nonetheless, he defined that Brown’s work for the Metropolis of Brampton and his constant assist for the Black group had satisfied him to publicly again the incumbent mayor.
McDowell’s endorsement displays his confidence in Brown’s management and his appreciation for the mayor’s engagement with Brampton’s Black group.
Rabiu, proprietor of Gray Matlock Bakery, additionally expressed confidence in Brown, pointing to the mayor’s willingness to hearken to residents and his inclusive method to serving the town.
Enterprise Proprietor Wale Rabiu of Gray Matlock Bakery)
Rabiu mentioned supporting Brown was a straightforward resolution as a result of he believes the mayor listens to the group and cares about everybody, no matter their background or the group they arrive from.
Brown was first elected mayor of Brampton on October 22, 2018, and received re-election on October 24, 2022. As of October 2026, he has served as mayor for almost eight years.
With election day approaching on October 26, residents could have the chance to solid their ballots through the advance voting interval, which begins Friday, October 9, and continues on weekends by way of October 17 at a number of places throughout Brampton.
