The City of Brampton is adding a new library branch to the Howden Recreation Centre revitalization project.

The community facility is set to undergo major renovations to become a 45,000 square-foot multi-use hub that will replace the old building built in 1974.

A net-zero centre will be built directly on Howden Boulevard, offering a diverse range of programming and amenities, such as a new multi-sport gym featuring an International Basketball Federation sized court, dedicated space for a daycare centre, an outdoor play area.

A new library will bring access to resources, programs and services to meet high demand.

“Brampton Library board members and staff are thrilled to have this opportunity to serve the learning and literacy needs of the community,” said Todd Kyle, Brampton Library CEO. “Co-located in the revitalized Howden Recreation Centre, this branch will be an accessible and central addition to library service in Brampton, a hub in this high-density area of our city. We look forward to building a modern, flexible and connected library branch that is inviting and inclusive to all.”

With a city-wide increase in recreation programming by five per cent in 2025, Brampton aims to welcome 8,000 more patrons to its facilities and programs. Over the past two years, $1.4 billion has been allocated to projects, including Embleton Community Centre, with plans for additional projects over the next few years.