The above plaque was presented to the Old Ebenezer Chapel on September 14, 2008 by the Brampton heritage Board and the City of Brampton to signify that the Chapel is a Desgnated Property.

This designation bestows formal public recognition on significant heritage properties with the passing of a municipal by-law. Designation clarifies the culural importance of a given property. It declares that a property has heritage value and is worthy of on-going care and protection. Designation acts as a measure of protection from demolition or unsympathetic alteration, and helps to guide future changes to the property so that the heritage value can be maintained.