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Carmen Corbasson Community Centre is Now Open!

By Announcement, Stephen’s Initiatives, Ward 1

Councillor Dasko is thrilled to announce that Carmen Corbasson Community Centre is officially back open after an extensive renovation!

The refreshed facility is brighter, more welcoming, and better than ever, featuring:

– Climate controlled indoor walking track
– Full gymnasium for Basketball, Volleyball and Pickleball
– A new fitness area and weight room including brand new equipment
– A brand-new lane pool for fitness and recreation
– The largest therapeutic pool in Mississauga, designed for health and wellness programs

The Councillor invites everyone to stop by, explore the revitalized space, and take part in the amazing programs now available.

Stay tuned! The pools are set to open in May, and the Grand Opening will take place in June.

See you there!

March 31, 2025
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Applications for two City of Mississauga flood prevention rebates now open

By Announcement, Resources, Stephen’s Initiatives, Ward 1

Councillor Dasko is happy to share another update, as promised.

Both rebates provide financial support to Mississauga residents who install water-resistant materials or other flood prevention measures within their home or on their property.

February 12, 2025

Today, the City launched two flood prevention rebates to help residents offset the cost of installing measures to limit flooding in and around their homes. These two programs offer up to a total of $10,500 in financial support for eligible Mississauga homeowners.

City rebate programs

The City has launched two rebate programs to help offset the cost of upgrades for Mississauga homeowners.

  • Flood Resilience Rebate: is a City rebate program created to help those who had flood damage and installed eligible water resilient materials and other measures to make their homes more resistant to future flooding. The rebate pays for up to 50 per cent of the cost of these materials, labour and tax, up to a maximum of $3,000.
  • Basement Flooding Prevention Rebate: is a City rebate program created to replace the Foundation Drain Collector Sump Pump Subsidy. This new city-wide rebate program offers up to $7,500 to pay for eligible basement flood prevention measures, such as a sump pump or downspout disconnection.

Apply for the Flood Resilience Rebate

To be eligible, you must be a registered owner of a detached home, semi-detached home, duplex or townhouse within Mississauga. To provide proof of ownership, you must provide a copy of your City tax bill. The name on the application must match the registered owner listed on the tax bill. You must have experienced flood damage on or after the July 8, 2013, storm event. Only one registered owner per residential address is eligible to receive a rebate.

Residents must complete a rebate application and submit it with a copy of their City tax bill and proof of eligibility, including:

  • Proof of flooding: such as an insurance claim or photos of flooding in the residential dwelling.
  • Proof of eligible work: such as receipts for purchased materials.
  • Proof of payment: such as paid invoices from a contractor for completed work.

You can submit your application and supporting documentation online or by mail.

Applications will be accepted until December 31, 2025.

Apply for the Basement Flooding Prevention Rebate

To be eligible, you must be a registered owner of a detached home, semi-detached home, duplex or townhouse within Mississauga. To provide proof of ownership, you must provide a copy of your City tax bill. The name on the application must match the registered owner listed on the tax bill. All measures must be installed by a professional with a valid City of Mississauga business license.

Residents must complete a rebate application and submit it with a copy of their City tax bill and proof of eligibility, including:

  • Proof of eligible work: such as quotes for work to be completed.
  • Proof of payment: such as paid invoices from a contractor for completed work.

Retroactive applications for measures installed after July 16, 2024, prior to launch of the program, will be accepted until August 1, 2025.

New applications can be made for measures installed on February 12, 2025 and after. This type of application has two stages, pre-approval and final approval. For further information, please visit the rebate program webpage.

You can submit your application and supporting documentation online or by mail.

This is an ongoing program that is subject to Council approval.

Useful links

February 12, 2025
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Flood Resilience and Basement Flooding Prevention Rebates – FAQ’s

By Issues, Resources

General Questions – FAQ

When can applications be submitted?
Both rebate programs are set to be open February 12, 2025.

We’ve been contacted by contractors to undertake works, are these programs mandatory?
No, all rebate programs are voluntary.

How do I obtain a qualified/reputable contractor?
This is the responsibility of the homeowner, as with any works done on private property. City staff are creating guidance to warn residents about fraudulent practices that will be on the City’s website at launch of the programs.

In cases where the work requires the contractor to have a valid Mississauga business licence, how do I confirm this?
Please call 311 to confirm

Is the existing FDC Sump Pump Subsidy ending? Can I still apply for a Sump Pump subsidy?
The FDC Sump Pump Subsidy program is proposed to end February 3, 2025. Sump pumps installed up to this date are still eligible to apply for this subsidy as the program ends and transition to the new rebate program begins.
After February 3, 2025, residents will be eligible to apply to the Basement Flooding Prevention Rebate (applications open February 12th), which includes measures such as sump pumps for the same amount of $6,000.
Flood Resilience Rebate – The program provides a rebate of 50% of the invoiced cost up to a lifetime maximum of $3,000 to support residents with the installation of water resistant-materials and other measures.

Who is eligible for a rebate?
Registered owner of a detached home, semi-detached home, duplex or townhouse within the City of Mississauga that have experienced flood damage from the July 8, 2013 event or after.

What is eligible for a rebate?
At launch of the program a Flood Resilient Materials catalogue will be provided for a full list of allowable flood-resilient measures. Examples may include:
Interior Options
• Wall construction
• Floor design
• Raise Utility Hardware (e.g. electrical outlets)
• Moisture alarms
Exterior Options
• Grading adjacent to house
• Damp-proofing membrane/Coating for exterior foundation
• Corrugated steel window well and cover

I installed ‘resilient’ materials after the July 16, 2024 storm event. Can I still apply for the rebate?
Yes, you may submit a retroactive application for materials/works, prior to launch of the program.

I installed ‘resilient’ materials in my basement prior to July 16th, 2024. Can I apply for the rebate?
Yes, the rebate is open to anyone who experienced flood damage from the July 8, 2013 event or after.

How to apply?
An online application form will be available on the City’s website at launch.
What are the application requirements/documents?
a) Proof of ownership
b) Proof of flooding
c) Proof of eligible work and payment
d) Photos of installation

Details of application requirements/documents will be available on the City’s website.

When will I receive payment?
Applicants will be notified by email whether the application has been approved/declined or requires additional information.
Rebates are paid out in order they are received, and it may take 8 to 10 weeks for approved applicants to receive a cheque in the mail.
Basement Flooding Prevention Rebate – The Program provides a rebate of up to $7,500 to support residents with the installation of basement flooding prevention measures.

Who is eligible for a rebate?
Registered owner of a detached home, semi-detached home, duplex or townhouse within the City of Mississauga.

What is eligible for a rebate?
Proposed Prevention Measures:
• Sump pump $6,000
• Foundation drain (weeping tile) pipe capping $1,000
• Downspout disconnection $125/per, total $500
• Storm lateral backwater valve $1,500

I installed measures (e.g. sump pump) after the July/August, 2024 storm events. Can I still apply for the rebate?
Yes, you may submit a retroactive application for measures installed after July 16, 2024, prior to launch of the program (up to August 1, 2025).

I installed a sump pump many years ago. Can I apply for a rebate today?
If you have had a sump pump for 10 years or more (i.e. prior to Feb. 2015), you’re eligible to apply for the rebate to install a ‘renewal’ sump pump.

I have a receipt for a sump pump installed 5 years ago. Can I apply for the rebate?
Rebate applications are eligible for measures installed after July 16, 2024. Renewal sump
pump applications are eligible after 10 years or more.

I have received a rebate for my sump pump installation. Are there other measures I can apply for?
Yes. If you have not capped your foundation drain or disconnected your downspouts, for example, these measures are eligible to apply.

I received the rebate, can I update/replace my sump pump in the future?
Yes, the program accepts applications for rebate of a ‘renewal’ sump pump installed every 10 or more years.

How to apply?
An online application form will be available on the City’s website at launch.

What are the application requirements/documents?
a) Proof of ownership
b) Detailed quote/invoice of eligible works
c) May require building permit
Details of application requirements/documents will be available on the City’s website.

When will I receive payment?
Applicants will be notified by email whether the application has been approved/declined or requires additional information.
Rebates are paid out in order they are received, and it may take 8 to 10 weeks for approved applicants to receive a cheque in the mail.

January 27, 2025
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Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians (DRAO) Program announced for Little Etobicoke Creek area

By Announcement, Issues, Resources, Ward 1

DRAO Announcement

On November 29th, 2024, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing announced that the Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians (DRAO) program has been activated for the Little Etobicoke Creek area in response to the July 16th and August 17th and 18th localized flooding events.

Councillor Dasko was instrumental in having the Provincial officials connect with local residents in Ward 1 for inspections, to ensure that a full understanding of the magnitude of the issues in the area were understood.  The result of which is that the area has been recognized and included in the program.

Applications for the program will be accepted until the deadline of Monday, March 31, 2025. Homeowners and residential tenants, small owner-operated businesses, and not-for-profit organizations may apply for assistance if they reside in the activation area.

Program guidelines, activation area maps, information sheets, and application forms can be found on the DRAO website.

DRAO is a program that can help with the recovery of costs after a natural disaster. Financial help from the program is limited to $250,000 per application, is subject to a $500 deductible (which may be waived for low-income households), and reimburses up to 90% of your total eligible costs with limits for emergency expenses, household appliances, and furnishings.

The DRAO program does not cover all costs. Eligible applicants may receive assistance for emergency expenses and for repair or replacement of essential property if they do not have insurance—or if their insurance is insufficient—to cover their essential costs according to the DRAO program guidelines. Damage due to sewer-backup is not eligible under the program. An exception is made for low-income households as defined by the guidelines. See details online.

In addition, eligible basement repairs are only allowed to the extent they are returned to a basic and safe state (e.g., stud walls and repairs to essential appliances such as furnaces and hot water heaters). Repairs to furnished basements are ineligible unless there is damage to an essential living space. See details online.

DRAO is a provincial program, and is not related to the various programs and initiatives that the City of Mississauga has undertaken related to localized flooding and flood recovery. Residents who do not reside in the DRAO activation area are still eligible for the other City programs and initiatives.

If you have any questions about the DRAO program, you may contact the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing program staff at: DisasterAssistance@Ontario.ca.

December 2, 2024
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Residential Compassionate Flood Relief Grant Program applications now open

By Announcement, Issues, Resources, Stephen’s Initiatives, Ward 1

The one-time grant is available to eligible homeowners or tenants in Mississauga who had flood damage from the severe weather events in July and August 2024.

December 2, 2024

Today, the City of Mississauga launched its Residential Compassionate Flood Relief Grant, a one-time payment of $1,000 to affected property owners and tenants in Mississauga, who experienced basement flooding on July 16, August 17 and August 18. Residents can only apply for the grant once, even if they own more than one eligible property or experienced flooding on more than one day.

Who is eligible

To be eligible to apply for the Residential Compassionate Flood Relief Grant, you need to meet the following criteria:

  • Be an individual, not a corporation or business entity.
  • Be a registered owner or tenant of a residential dwelling within Mississauga.
  • Have experienced flood damage to your residence from the rainfall events on July 16, August 17 or August 18, 2024.

What you need to apply

Residents must complete a grant application and submit proof of eligibility, including proof of ownership or residence and proof of flooding.

To provide proof of ownership, you must provide a copy of your City tax bill. The name on the application must match the registered owner listed on the tax bill.

To provide proof of residence, if you are a tenant, you must show proof that you live at the eligible residence. You can provide:

  • Lease or rental agreement
  • Ontario driver’s license
  • Bank or credit card statement
  • Insurance policy
  • Utility, telephone or internet bill

All applicants must provide proof of flooding within a residential dwelling, such as:

  • Proof of an insurance claim made for flooding.
  • Correspondence with 311 Customer Service, a Councillor’s office or City staff.
  • Invoices, receipts or quotes for flood cleanup or repairs.
  • Photos of flooding in the residential dwelling, with the file’s metadata date stamped.

Applying online

Visit the webpage and upload the supporting documents, including proof of ownership or residence and proof of flooding.

Each file must be 5 MB or smaller and in one of the following formats: JPEG, JPG, PNG, GIF, PDF or WebP.

Applying by mail

Mail a completed Flood Relief Grant Application and supporting documents to the following address:

Residential Compassionate Flood Relief Grant Program
Transportation and Works
Environmental Services Section
300 City Centre Drive
Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1

For more information about the grant, residents are asked to call 311.

Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2025.

Important facts about stormwater

There are more than 51,000 storm drains in Mississauga, 1,900 km of storm sewer pipes, 270 km of ditches, 150 km of creeks, and 80 stormwater management facilities.

Valued at more than $7 billion, Mississauga’s stormwater drainage system requires constant care. Staff continue to assess and prioritize the most effective improvements to this aging infrastructure. Installing stormwater infrastructure requires a large investment up front, and it is expensive, but important to maintain.

Rebate programs

In February 2025, the City will be launching two additional rebate programs:

  • Basement Flooding Prevention Rebate Program will provide rebates up to $6,800 for eligible flood prevention improvements.
  • Flood Resilience Rebate Program will provide rebates of 50 per cent of the invoiced cost up to a maximum of $3,000 to cover costs associated with eligible measures taken to make improvements to your home to minimize flooding impact.

Other subsidies

Region of Peel Sanitary Backwater Valve Rebate (Current): The Region provides a $1,500 rebate for eligible homeowners to cover the cost of installing a sanitary backwater valve to reduce basement flooding due to sanitary back-ups of wastewater from the sanitary sewer. For more information, visit peelregion.ca.

Useful links

Read more about the City’s stormwater infrastructure.

Learn more about how to reduce the risk of flooding on your property.

Watch the City’s Flooding Information Session video.

December 2, 2024
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Update – Action Plan for Stormwater and Flood Mitigation

By Announcement, Resources, Ward 1

Councillor Dasko is happy to share another update, as promised.  Resulting from the last report and Councillor Dasko’s advocacy for his residents councils direction was to staff to come back to Council.  Yesterday, on September 25, 2024 with Corporate Report: 10.2. entitled “Council Update – July and August 2024 Extreme Rainfall Events” (attached). This report, which was passed by Councillor Dasko and his colleagues unanimously, is an action-oriented approach to accelerating flood mitigation initiatives, inspection enhancements and increased maintenance and operation activities. Councillor Dasko has also attached his motion for your perusal which was again unanimously passed by all of council.

Watch Council Sept 25, 2024 Item 7.4 (running from 31.03-1.11) Emma Calvert sharing Corporate report 10.2.

View the report 

The following items were passed and are to be actioned:

  • A Residential Compassionate Flood Relief Grant Program to provide a one-time grant of $1,000 to Mississauga residential property owners who incurred damages as a result of basement flooding following the weather events on July 16, 2024, or August 17 and 18, 2024, as a result of Councillor Dasko’s motion on September 11, 2024.
  • A basement flooding prevention rebate program to provide up to $6,800 to make basement flood prevention improvements more affordable.
  • With the number of staff meetings with Councillor Dasko he was pleased to see that staff were convinced to step up the timeline of new and accelerated stormwater projects, as outlined in the Project-based action plan includes accelerating the Design and Construction of the Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Project by 6 years, including infrastructure improvement projects in 2025, 2026, 2027, with a completion year of 2028.
  • Enhancements to routine maintenance of stormwater infrastructure
  • City staff will work further with local authorities like the TRCA, Alectra, and the Emergency Management Team to identify opportunities to enhance public alerting to residents during localized flooding.
  • Staff have been directed to prepare and submit applications to the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program – Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (second intake- November 1, 2024) and Housing-Enabling Core Services Stream programs to support the Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Project.

Furthermore, at the Region of Peel, Regional Council passed a motion on September 12, 2024 to have an increase in the Sanitary Backwater Valve Rebate Program. The program is available to property owners in priority areas in Peel who had experienced sanitary flooding because of a storm event in the past 10 years. Residents living in neighborhoods outside the priority areas can also apply for a subsidy if they have reported flooding to Peel Region in the past or have an insurance claim. Subsidies are 60% of the invoiced cost, up to a maximum $1,500. Residents are asked to call Peel Region at 905-791-7800 to confirm eligibility for the backwater valve subsidy before proceeding with an installation. For more information please visit peelregion.ca.

Please note that there will be an upcoming City-wide Public Information Session for 2024 Flood Events.  Councillor Dasko will share more details when they are announced.

September 26, 2024
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CITY OF MISSISSAUGA – NOTICE OF COMPLETION – Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study Dixie

By Announcement, Planning & Development, Resources

Dundas Flood Mitigation Project

WHAT?

  • The lands south of Little Etobicoke Creek
    surrounding Dixie Road, referred to as “Dixie-
    Dundas” for this project, are subject to flooding as
    a result of spilling from the creek during high flow
    conditions. This urban area consists of a variety of
    commercial, industrial, residential, and park land
    uses.
  • The study area of this Schedule ‘C’ Municipal Class
    Environmental Assessment (EA) has been broken up
    into the “Dixie Area” and the “Dundas Area” for
    identifying flood mitigation solutions.

WHERE?

WHY?

  • The City of Mississauga has an interest to protect
    flood-vulnerable residences and businesses as well as
    to intensify Dixie-Dundas area to fulfill the vision of
    growth expressed in the Dundas Connects Master Plan.

HOW?

In consultation with the public and agencies, the alternative solutions for both the “Dixie Area” and the “Dundas Area” have been evaluated to identify preferred design concepts for each.

“Dundas Area” preferred design:

  • Floodplain widening
  • 25 m – channel crossing bridge at Dundas Street
  • Sanitary sewer relocation
  • Floodproofing earthen berm at 1607 Dundas Street

“Dixie Area” preferred design:

  • Floodplain widening with lowered creek invert
  • 50 m – channel crossing bridge at Dixie Road
  • Sanitary sewer relocations

PROJECT FILE

An Environmental Study Report is now available for public review and comment for 30 days on the City’s website:
http://www.mississauga.ca/flooding

Interested persons may provide written comments to our project team by April 30, 2024. All comments are requested to be sent directly to the Project Managers listed below. Previous study information, including the Public Information Centres and the study area expansion bulletin, is available on the above webpage.

Anthony Di Giandomenico, P.Eng.
Project Manager
City of Mississauga
300 City Centre Drive
Mississauga, ON L5B 3C9
(905) 615-3200, ext. 3491
anthony.digiandomenico@mississauga.ca

Amanda McKay, P.Eng., PMP
Consultant Project Manager
Matrix Solutions Inc.
3001-6865 Century Avenue
Mississauga, ON L5N 7K2
(289) 323-3780
amckay@matrix-solutions.com

April 3, 2024
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Our Community

By Ward 1

In hearing your passion, hope, and ideas for the future of Ward 1, I know more than ever, we must be united to ensure this great community is always our place to call home.

January 20, 2019
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Notice Of Public Information Centre – Thursday, April 24th, 2025 – Applewood United Church – Ann Graham Community Hall

By Announcement, Resources

The Region of Peel (the Region) has initiated an Addendum to the 2022 Schedule C Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) for the Wastewater Capacity Improvements in Central Mississauga which included the Queensway East Trunk Sewer (QET). The purpose of the Addendum is to review proposed watermain upgrades from Stillmeadow Road to Dixie Road in the City of Mississauga. The Addendum has identified a preliminary preferred solution that includes a new watermain along the Queensway (from Stillmeadow Road to Dixie Road) to align with the Region’s long-term plan for providing water service.

Public Information Centre Details:

An in-person Public Information Centre (PIC) is planned to present the following information:

  • Proposed changes to the 2022 MCEA, including the evaluation of watermain expansion alternatives
  • Updates to the detailed design and construction schedule for the modifications to the large watermain named Hanlan Feedermain 1 (HFM1 on map)

Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Location: Applewood United Church – Ann Graham Community Hall – 2067 Stanfield Rd, Mississauga, ON L4Y 1R4
Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Presentation materials will be available on the Region’s website following the PIC:
https://peelregion.ca/construction/environmental-assessments/wastewater-capacity-improvements-central-mississauga

Process:
The Addendum to the 2022 MCEA is being conducted in accordance with Schedule C of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (October 2000, amended 2007, 2011, 2015) which was the approved process followed for the 2022 MCEA. Upon completion, the EA Addendum report will be made available for a minimum of 30-day review period. Public and agency consultation is a key element of the MCEA Addendum Study process and input will be sought throughout this study.

Contact the Team:
Please contact the Region of Peel by email or phone to share your thoughts by May 22, 2025.

Wastewater Collection and Conveyance, Engineering Services Division
Public Works, Region of Peel:
(905) 791-7800 extension 4409
construction@peelregion.ca

April 2, 2025
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City-Owned Public Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Have New User Fees

By Announcement, Resources

Users of City-owned public EV charging stations in Mississauga will now be charged a $0.30/kWh fee. The fee is based on the actual amount of energy that is used to charge the electric vehicle. Today, there are 30 City-owned public EV charging stations located in Mississauga, with more on the way throughout 2025.

Public EV charging fees

The cost to charge your EV is based on the actual amount of energy that is used at a rate of $0.30/kWh. The decision to charge a fee based on kilowatt hour, instead of total time spent charging, is to ensure the cost is fair to owners of EVs that have slower charging speeds.

Once your EV is charged, you have 30 minutes to leave the EV charging station, so that others can use it. Vehicles that are parked and not actively charging during the day, after this 30-minute period, will be subject to an idle fee of $5 per hour.

However, an idle fee will not be charged between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. at locations where overnight parking is permitted.

At certain locations (e.g. P3 at the Central Library Parking Garage), due to technology limitations, it is not possible to charge fees based on the amount of energy that is consumed. In such instances, fees will be charged based on the duration of use and assessed hourly at a rate of $2 per hour. Please refer to the signage on the EV charging station for more information.

City-owned public EV charging station locations

There are 30 City-owned public Level 2 EV charging stations located in Mississauga, with more to be added this year:

  • Eight in the Burnhamthorpe Community Centre
  • Eight in the Sheridan South parking lot
  • Four in the Streetsville Municipal parking lot
  • 10 in the Central Library parking garage

You can find all public chargers, not just City-owned ones, in Mississauga at ChargeHub or Plug Share.

Charging your EV at home

Charging at home is often the least expensive and most convenient way to charge an EV. For typical daily driving in the GTA, a full charge can be achieved overnight using a Level 1 charger and a typical wall outlet. With access to a Level 2 charger, most people can charge enough for their daily driving needs in 1-2 hours. If you want to install a Level 2 charger at home, we suggest you reach out to a licensed electrical contractors in your area, use this tool by the Electrical Safety Authority at findacontractor.esasafe.com.

Want to install a charger at an apartment or condo? The City of Mississauga and Alectra Utilities encourage potential EV owners to work with their condo corporation or building manager to identify ways to meet their EV charging needs before purchasing the vehicle.

For a full summary of the changes made to accommodate EV charging in condos, visit the Province of Ontario’s website: Owning a Condo: Install an Electric Vehicle Charging System. You can also find out more about condo charging from the Plug N’ Drive’s Condo Charging guide.

April 2, 2025
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Spring Park clean up Event – Serson Park April 26th

By Parks, Ward 1

Parks Community Development will be hosting a Spring Park Clean-Up at Serson Park on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Volunteers will be provided with a safety talk at the start of the clean-up. Garbage bags and gloves will be provided to all participants.

Registration via Eventbrite, is now open.

In addition to this event, volunteers are always welcome to host their own park clean-ups in the city. Please sign up using the link here and Parks Community Development will support by providing bags and gloves, as well as coordinating the pick-up of the bags from the park.

April 1, 2025
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Calling All Local Concert Presenters! It’s Time To Showcase Your Talent In Your City!

By Announcement, Events, Ward 1

Do you produce concerts in Mississauga or know someone that does? Six lucky applicants will have the opportunity to be mentored, develop their craft and grow their business on a two-year term through the City of Mississauga’s 2025 Love Local Music program. The program is designed to help Mississauga’s aspiring concert producers, artists, curators, managers and all other types of presenters, gain the experience they need to take their business to the next level.

The annual program focuses on skill-building workshops and industry mentorship, led by Canada’s Music Incubator. Participants will also produce two ticketed concerts at the Living Arts Centre.

Successful candidates, will:

  • Receive training and mentorship on concert production fundamentals – topics include programming strategies, ticketing and concert marketing
  • Take part in ongoing professional development sessions led by industry experts
  • Learn to execute live music events
  • Produce their own concerts (one in 2025 and 2026) at a City venue with support from experienced sound technicians

Since 2021, Love Local Music has created more than 80 opportunities for local musicians and has helped 20 concert producers gain valuable experience through ticketed sales. Last year’s program featured a diverse and exciting lineup including performances by Fame Holiday, Patti Jannetta, Five and Tens, El Ciebo, Sarah Catharine and U.N. Jefferson.

The 2025 concerts will take place at the Studio Theatre in the Living Arts Centre on Saturdays from September to November.

Interested? Eligible participants must be available to attend a mandatory, in-person training session on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga and must apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on Sunday, April 20, 2025.

For more information, visit the webpage.

April 1, 2025
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Putting The Poet In Poetry Month

By Announcement, Events

April is Poetry Month. To help celebrate, the City of Mississauga is offering a number of programs and activities all month long. The community is invited to attend a poetry session or workshop, open mic night, book club and take part in the sixth annual Poetry Slam at the end of the month.

Activities include:

Open Mic Night

Thursday, April 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Hazel McCallion Central Library – Level 0 (stage area)

Celebrate Poetry Month with current City of Mississauga Poet Laureate, Andrea Josic and Youth Poet Laureate, Lisa Shen. Our Poets Laureate will lead a Poetry and Performance workshop before inviting poets to the stage. Register for the session.

Book Club: Let’s Talk Non-Fiction

Tuesday, April 8 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Hazel McCallion Central Library – Program Room 3B

Book Clubs are a great way to meet other readers and talk about new books or genres. Share your non-fiction reading favourites with other book lovers and discuss what you have been reading. Sign up today.

Poetry and Painting

Thursday, April 10 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Living Arts Centre – Gallery

Come make poetic greeting cards by taking excerpts from well loved poems or our own writing and combine them with our own paintings. Perfect for gifting! Sign up today.

Poetry Workshop: Poetry and Nature

Wednesday, April 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Meadowvale Community Centre – Youth Room

Join the City of Mississauga’s Poet Laureate, Andrea Josic for a Poetry Workshop inspired by nature in the city. This workshop will include a walking tour of the Meadowvale Community Centre grounds. Participants are asked to please dress for the weather. Sign up today.

Annual Poetry Slam

Thursday, April 24 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Hazel McCallion Central Library – Noel Ryan Auditorium

Watch young literary talents in the community perform poetry and spoken word original submissions at Mississauga’s sixth annual Poetry Slam. Interested artists are invited to complete a submission package by April 16 to be considered to perform in the Poetry Slam.

Mississauga Poet Laureate, Andrea Josic and Youth Poet Laureate, Lisa Shen will be in attendance. The slam is a free event open to the entire community. Learn more.

Poetry Workshop

Wednesday, April 30 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Hazel McCallion Central Library – Program Room 2A

Work your linguistic and emotional muscles in our poetry workshop! All are invited to enjoy a variety of fun poem-writing exercises in a welcoming, judgement-free zone. Sign-up today.

For more information about Poetry Month and the activities taking place, visit the webpage.

April 1, 2025
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Water Interruption Notice – Friday, April 4th, From 9:00am To 5:00pm – 897 The Greenway Mississauga

By Resources

The Peel Region Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a consistent supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes we must turn off your water supply while we do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Friday, April 4th, from 9:00am to 5:00pm. If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

Property owner/manager responsibilities during a water interruption

As a property owner/manager, it is your responsibility to:

  • Ensure maintenance, mechanical or plumbing staff are on site during the water interruption, as it may affect internal systems that rely on water such as boilers, fire suppression, and alarms.
  • Notify the fire alarm company if the interruption could affect an alarm system.
  • Have a fire watch completed during the water interruption, as the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function when the water supply is shut off.

After the water interruption

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor, and finishing on the top floor). You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds. Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.

Important note

After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking the water meter (usually located in the basement). If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

  • 905-791-7800 extension 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
  • 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

If you have any questions, please contact us.

Construction Inspections

Engineering Technical Services Division

Operations Support, Public Works

Email: zzgetsdevadmin@peelregion.ca

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 3246 / 3247 (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Monday to Friday)

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

 

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time:  Friday, April 4th, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location: 897 The Greenway

Addresses Affected: 861 – 972 The Greenway Mississauga, ON

Project #:   C-603946

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone #   437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

April 1, 2025
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Water Interruption Notice – Friday, April 4, 9:00am To 12:30pm – 1612 Northmount Avenue Mississauga

By Resources

On Friday, April 4, from 9:00am to 12:30pm, please expect a brief water outage and loss of water pressure while we work in your area.  If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

Property owner/manager responsibilities during a water interruption

As a property owner/manager, it is your responsibility to:

  • Ensure maintenance, mechanical or plumbing staff are on site during the water interruption, as it may affect internal systems that rely on water such as boilers, fire suppression, and alarms.
  • Notify the fire alarm company if the interruption could affect an alarm system.
  • Have a fire watch completed during the water interruption, as the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function when the water supply is shut off.

After the test shutdown

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor, and finishing on the top floor). You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds. Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.

Important note

After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking the water meter (usually located in the basement). If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

  • 905-791-7800, extension 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
  • 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

If you have any questions, please contact us.

Construction Inspections

Engineering Technical Services Division

Operations Support, Public Works

Email: zzgetsdevadmin@peelregion.ca

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 3246 / 3247 (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Monday to Friday)

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

 

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time: Friday, April 4, from 9:00am to 12:30pm

Location: 1612 Northmount Ave, Mississauga

Affected Addresses: 1589-1647 Northmount Ave                                           

Project #:  C- 603999

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone #    437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

March 31, 2025
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Water Interruption Notice – Friday April 4th 9:00am To 12:30pm – 1467 Kenmuir Avenue Mississauga

By Resources

On Friday, April 4, from 9:00am to 12:30pm, please expect a brief water outage and loss of water pressure while we work in your area.  If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

Property owner/manager responsibilities during a water interruption

As a property owner/manager, it is your responsibility to:

  • Ensure maintenance, mechanical or plumbing staff are on site during the water interruption, as it may affect internal systems that rely on water such as boilers, fire suppression, and alarms.
  • Notify the fire alarm company if the interruption could affect an alarm system.
  • Have a fire watch completed during the water interruption, as the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function when the water supply is shut off.

After the test shutdown

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor, and finishing on the top floor). You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds. Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.

Important note

After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking the water meter (usually located in the basement). If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

  • 905-791-7800, extension 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
  • 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

If you have any questions, please contact us.

Construction Inspections

Engineering Technical Services Division

Operations Support, Public Works

Email: zzgetsdevadmin@peelregion.ca

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 3246 / 3247 (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Monday to Friday)

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time:  Friday, April 4, from 9:00am to 12:30pm

Location:  1467 Kenmuir Ave, Mississauga

Affected Addresses: 1459-1494 Kenmuir Ave                                                 

Project #:  C-603376

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone #  437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

 

 

March 31, 2025
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Nighttime Runaway Maintenance At Toronto Pearson Airport – April 1st And April 8th –

By Announcement, Resources

Upcoming overnight runway maintenance at Toronto Pearson may result in temporary changes to runway usage and community impacts between April 1 and 8, 2025.

What’s happening?

Toronto Pearson’s annual routine maintenance season is now underway. As part of the 2025 seasonal program, we are notifying you of the upcoming nighttime runway closures scheduled between April 1 and April 8, 2025.

  • Runway 05/23 will be closed from midnight to 6:00 AM
  • Runway 15L/33R will be closed from 2:00 AM to 6:00 AM

As always, these dates are weather-dependent and may shift if conditions require.

What is the impact for local communities?

Due to the temporary closure of Nighttime Preferential Runways, aircraft’s may need to use alternate runways that are not typically used overnight, including:

  • Runway 06L/24R (primary alternative during closure)
  • Runway 15L (used for long-haul departures requiring greater runway length, up until 2:00 AM)

 

As a result, residents in areas not usually affected by nighttime aircraft noise may notice changes during this period.

How are we notifying residents and stakeholders?

  • Noise Advisory Calendar: The calendar has been updated to reflect this maintenance work. We encourage you to share it with residents who are sensitive to aircraft noise.
  • WebTrak Notification: A notice will appear on our WebTrak tool, which provides near-real-time information about flights and aircraft noise.

 

Where can residents learn more or ask questions?

Residents with questions or concerns can reach out to the Noise Management Office directly:

March 31, 2025
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Restoring Mississauga’s ecosystems: Controlled burns at Jack Darling Memorial Park and Lorne Park Prairie

By Parks

The City of Mississauga is planning a controlled burn at Jack Darling Memorial Park and Lorne Park Prairie. The exact date is weather dependent and will be confirmed 24 to 48 hours prior to the burn.

The City has contracted trained professionals from Wildfire Specialists Inc. to conduct the burn and has developed a detailed burn plan to ensure safety of staff, contractors and residents in neighbouring properties. Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services along with other City staff will be on site throughout the burn.

What

A safe and controlled burn to help maintain the tall-grass prairie at two Mississauga parks.

Where

Jack Darling Memorial Park

1180 Lakeshore Rd. W.,
Mississauga, ON

Lorne Park Prairie

1070 Queen St. W.,
Mississauga, ON

When

Anytime until beginning of May, weather dependent.

Who

  • Parks, Forestry and Environment staff
  • Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services staff
  • Wildfire Specialists Inc.

Safety and important information for neighbourhood-area residents

For nearby residents or visitors, controlled burns are nothing to worry about – in fact, they are safe and essential. The process helps maintain the parks’ tall-grass prairies, an ecosystem that is home to rare grasses and wildflowers. Controlled burns are needed every three to four years to help regenerate tall-grass prairies and remove invasive plants. Prairie grasses are dormant at this time of the year, so there is no threat to prairie plants and wildlife.

Park closures

For safety reasons, the parks (including the leash-free area) will be closed to the public before and during the scheduled burn. They will reopen once clean-up is complete. Closure signage will be posted 24 hours in advance and neighbourhood residents will be notified.

Safety tips

To help keep the area safe during the controlled burn, residents are asked to:

  • Avoid the area surrounding the parks.
  • Keep windows closed and consider staying indoors if living nearby.
  • Adhere to temporary signage in the area.
  • The burn should be between 10:30-5:30 p.m. Smoke may appear between 11-2:30 p.m.
  • Report any fires outside of the controlled burn area to 911.

For more information about the controlled burn, please contact 311. To learn more about controlled burns and for updates, visit mississauga.ca/prairie-watch or follow Parks, Forestry and Environment on X, Facebook or Instagram.

March 31, 2025
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Water Interruption Notice – Wednesday, April 2nd, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm – 897 The Greenway Mississauga

By Resources, Ward 1

The Peel Region Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a consistent supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes we must turn off your water supply while we do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Wednesday, April 2nd, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

 

 Property owner/manager responsibilities during a water interruption

As a property owner/manager, it is your responsibility to:

  • Ensure maintenance, mechanical or plumbing staff are on site during the water interruption, as it may affect internal systems that rely on water such as boilers, fire suppression, and alarms.
  • Notify the fire alarm company if the interruption could affect an alarm system.
  • Have a fire watch completed during the water interruption, as the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function when the water supply is shut off.

After the water interruption

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor, and finishing on the top floor). You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds. Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.

Important note

After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking the water meter (usually located in the basement). If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

  • 905-791-7800 extension 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
  • 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

If you have any questions, please contact us.

Construction Inspections

Engineering Technical Services Division

Operations Support, Public Works

Email: zzgetsdevadmin@peelregion.ca

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 3246 / 3247 (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Monday to Friday)

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time: Wednesday, April 2nd, 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Location: 897 The Greenway

Addresses Affected: 861 – 872 The Greenway, Mississauga, ON

Project #:  C-603946

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone # 437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

March 28, 2025
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