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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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Unlocking Mississauga’s past this Heritage Week

By Events, Resources

Showcasing heritage across Ontario from February 17 to 23, 2025

February 19, 2025

This week marks Heritage Week – a time to celebrate and showcase heritage in all its forms, including its influence on diverse traditions and cultural expressions across our city and province.

Throughout the week and beyond, the City of Mississauga invites the community to learn and reflect on how heritage is conserved, promoted and commemorated within our City, and how current programming helps to preserve our past and shape the future.

Heritage in Mississauga

Mississauga is dedicated to conserving the history of our city and takes pride in the past. Home to more than 500 designated heritage properties city-wide, these unique places are located in three Heritage Conservation Districts: Port Credit, Meadowvale and Streetsville – nestled between houses and buildings across various neighbourhoods, each telling the stories of our city’s past.

Additionally, Mississauga has more than 600 registered archaeological sites, some of which date back 10,000 years ago and our Museums are home to 25,000 unique artifacts.

Heritage properties

Built resources, such as historic houses, bridges, conservation districts, cultural heritage landscapes and archaeological resources, are considered to be heritage properties. The Ontario Heritage Act defines how a heritage property is identified, designated, protected and conserved. When heritage approval is required for any property alterations within Mississauga, important steps are required in order to preserve the property’s historical landscape. Learn how to apply and what funding is available.

Designated Heritage Property Grant

Own or recently purchased a heritage property? Owners can apply for funding to support the conservation, repair or restoration of a designated heritage property. Projects must show how they are using best practices to protect and conserve the heritage property. Learn more 

Take part in Heritage Week programming

Helpful resources

February 19, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY TEST SHUTDOWN – 172 Angelene St – Tuesday, February 18th, from 12:00pm to 02:00pm

By Resources, Ward 1

The Region of Peel 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 work on the system or conduct tests.

On Tuesday, February 18th, from 12:00pm to 02:00pm, 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: Tuesday, February 18, 12:00pm to 2:00pm       

Location: 172 Angelene St

Affected Addresses: 91-192 Angelene St, Mississauga                                                      

Project #:  C-603602

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #               437-220-6987

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

 

February 14, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION NOTICE – 104 Eaglewood Blvd. – Wednesday, February 19th, 9:00am to 5:00pm

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, February 19th, 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:         Wednesday, February 19th, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location:                    104 Eaglewood Blvd.

Addresses Affected: 96 – 262 Eaglewood Blvd.

Project #:                   C-604088

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #               437-220-6987

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

February 14, 2025
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Notification: Full Closure of QEW for Dixie Bridge Demolition and Storm Sewer Installation

By Uncategorized

Notification from GHD on behalf of the Ministry of Transportation:

Please be advised of a full closure of the QEW in both directions for the demolition of the existing Dixie Bridge and installation of storm sewer on the following dates weather permitting:

Saturday, March 8, 2025 (8:00 PM – 11:00 AM) Full Closure

Saturday, March 15, 2025 (8:00 PM – 6:00 AM), Full Closure followed by two-lane closed until 12:00 PM.

The work includes the removal of the bridge superstructure and footing, as well as the installation of a 1500mm storm sewer crossing west of Ogden Bridge on the QEW.

The service roads will remain open, and increased traffic is expected due to detours.

We understand that these closures may cause some inconvenience, and we appreciate your patience and cooperation as we complete this essential work.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out qewdixie@ghd.com

 

February 14, 2025
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City invests $5.7 million to support community, culture and live music in Mississauga

By Announcement, Events, Resources

88 groups and initiatives will receive support for programming and services in various areas.

February 12, 2025

Today, Mississauga City Council approved $5.7 million in grant funding to support various community and cultural groups in Mississauga.

A total of 88 groups and initiatives will receive support for programming and services in the areas of sports, youth initiatives, older adult initiatives, theatre, dance, visual arts and other community services. This funding also includes Culture Projects Grants, which support projects that explore and integrate art into urban surroundings, providing unique opportunities to experience art outside traditional galleries, theatres and other artistic spaces.

Residents can also look forward to the spring intake of the Live Music and Small Project Matching Grants. The Live Music Grant provides funding to help offset the costs of hosting for-profit live music events, while the Small Project Matching Grant funds projects that increase resident engagement and enhances opportunities for residents to participate in events and activities at the neighbourhood level.

Community Grant Program

This program provides annual and multi-year grants to Mississauga-based, not-for-profit community groups to deliver programs and services that keep Mississauga residents active, healthy and engaged in their communities.

Approved grants:

*Indicates multi-year funding

  • Active Adult Centre Mississauga: $9,600
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel Inc.: $10,000
  • Blooming Boulevards: $10,000
  • Breakfast With Santa Foundation: $10,000
  • Cruisers Sports for the Physically Disabled: $10,000
  • Citizens for the Advancement of Community Development: $10,000
  • Ecosource: $109,863*
  • Erin Mills Youth Centre: $58,000*
  • Global 180 Student Communications Inc.: $9,980
  • Heart Comonos: $9,698
  • Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region: $10,000
  • Malton Black Development Association: $10,000
  • MIAG Centre for Diverse Women & Families: $10,000
  • Mississauga Sports Council: $122,500*
  • Music For Every Child: $10,000
  • The Mississauga Youth Action Committee: $2,790
  • Pak Pioneers Community Organization of Canada: $9,950
  • Peel Multicultural Council: $10,000
  • Port Credit Lawn Bowling Club: $8,000
  • Safe City Mississauga: $310,142*
  • Senior Tamils Society of Peel: $10,000
  • Skills For Life: $10,000
  • The Dam: $80,000*
  • The Riverwood Conservancy: $369,859*
  • The International Soccer: $10,000
  • Tong Le Senior Association: $7,410
  • Unity in the Community Centre of Mississauga Inc.: $5,000
  • Volunteer MBC: $40,000*

Arts and Culture Grant Program

This program supports emerging and established, not-for-profit, professional and community-based arts, culture and heritage organizations in Mississauga. The grant supports the development of exemplary arts and culture programs, and services that improve participation, knowledge, understanding and an appreciation of arts, culture and heritage for residents of Mississauga.

Approved grants:

*Indicates multi-year funding

  • Art Gallery of Mississauga: $471,600*
  • Arts on the Credit: $15,000
  • Crane Creations Theatre Company: $200,000
  • CreativeHub 1352: $100,000
  • Eagle Spirits of the Great Waters: $19,999
  • Ensemble for French: $2,400
  • Fashion Circuit Series Inc.: $17,000
  • Figurative Expressions Life Drawing Group: $2,800
  • Frog in Hand Productions Inc.: $165,000
  • Heritage Mississauga: $391,690*
  • Hispanic Canadian Arts and Culture Association: $19,999
  • Meadowvale Music Theatre: $12,500
  • Mississauga Arts Council: $471,600*
  • Mississauga Big Band Jazz Ensemble: $3,087
  • Mississauga Children’s Choir: $44,000
  • Mississauga Chinese Arts Organization: $22,500
  • Mississauga Choral Society: $62,000
  • Mississauga Festival Choir: $38,000
  • Mississauga Music: $19,999
  • Mississauga Potters’ Guild: $19,999
  • Mississauga Theatre Alliance: $10,000
  • NeoVoce Philharmonic Choir: $6,000
  • Orchestras Mississauga: $275,100*
  • Sampradaya Dance Creations: $190,000*
  • Sawitri Theatre Group: $140,000
  • Studio 145 Initiative (Coop 145): $19,999
  • Theatre Unlimited Performing Arts: $19,999
  • The Canadian Arabic Orchestra: $120,000
  • The Chamber Music Society of Mississauga Inc.: $112,500
  • Visual Arts Mississauga: $275,100*
  • Youth Troopers for Global Awareness | Studio.89: $66,000

Cultural Festivals and Celebrations Grants

This grant provides funding to offset expenses associated with providing a clean and safe venue for the presentation of arts, heritage and cultural festivals, and celebrations to residents and visitors. This grant supports a range of events that reflect the City’s many cultural traditions.

Approved grants:

*Indicates multi-year funding

  • International Film Festival of South Asia Toronto: $15,000
  • Mississauga Italfest: $50,000
  • Malton Celebrates Canada Day: $13,500
  • Mississauga Latin Festival: $19,900
  • Mississauga Polish Days Festival: $19,999
  • Mississauga World Music Festival: $14,896
  • Mosaic – South Asian Festival of Mississauga: $150,000
  • Muslimfest: $70,000
  • Paint the Town Red: $105,000
  • Philippines Festival Mississauga: $60,000
  • The Streetsville Founders’ Bread and Honey Festival: $105,000
  • Streetsville Christmas in the Village: $15,000
  • Living with Wellness – Arts Festival: $15,000
  • Discover Egypt Heritage Festival: $19,999
  • Saigon Park Group Saigon Park Anniversary: $10,000
  • Tastes of South East Asia : $15,000
  • The Classical: Celebration of world music: $5,000
  • The Egyptian Coptic Festival: $7,500

Culture Project Grants

This grant supports organizations, art collectives and Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) to create temporary, site-specific arts and culture projects that reimagine and activate urban spaces throughout Mississauga.

Approved grants:

  • Blackwood Gallery: $5,000
  • The Canadian Arabic Orchestra: $5,000
  • Frog in Hand Productions Inc.: $5,000
  • Kaleidoscope Chinese Performing Arts Society: $5,000
  • Crane Creations Theatre Company: $5,000
  • MonstrARTity Creative Community: $5,000
  • Youth Troopers for Global Awareness | Studio.89: $5,000
  • Indus Community Services: $5,000
  • Sheridan Homelands Ratepayers’ Association: $700

 

February 14, 2025
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Choose Canada When you buy Canadian, you support your family, your community, and your country. Keep us strong, one product at a time.

By Announcement, Food for thought, Issues
In recent weeks, Canada has faced threats from the United States about placing tariffs on Canadian goods, with the United States announcing plans to implement a 25% tariff on all Canadian aluminium and steel products starting March 12, 2025. There are also ongoing discussions about the potential for additional tariffs to be implemented soon after.In response, Canadian governments at all levels, including the City of Mississauga, are encouraging everyone to come together and put Canada first. Buying Canadian where posssible and supporting local businesses keeps our country strong and united against these external threats.

Statement from Mayor Carolyn Parrish on U.S. Tariffs

How you can help

When you direct the money you already spend on food and supplies to Canadian products and businesses, you help build resilience in our community for adapting to an uncertain future.  

Wherever possible, choosing products made or produced in Canada, and sold by Canadians, supports your local and country-wide economy during these turbulent times and harmful tariffs.

  • Buy products with a Made in Canada or Product of Canada label 
  • Shop at local Canadian-owned businesses 
  • Get your supplies from Canadian suppliers 
  • Choose to vacation in Canada 

What the labels mean

According to Competition Bureau Canada:

  • Product of Canada: At least 98% of the product contains Canadian ingredients and materials 
  • Made in Canada: At least 51% of the product is made in Canada in our factories and businesses  

Invest in Mississauga, Ontario and Canada

February 14, 2025
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Join us in person! Open house for proposed new Official Plan

By Announcement, Events, Planning & Development

Mississauga is hosting an in person open house for the proposed new official plan. Join us to ask questions and hear from our City Planning team.

February 14, 2025

The City of Mississauga is hosting an in person public open house for residents to learn more about the City’s proposed new Official Plan. This will provide residents with another opportunity to learn about and discuss how the proposed plan will shape Mississauga’s future. Residents will hear from Mayor Parrish about important topics like the City’s growth and housing initiatives. City planners will also be on-site to share the City’s vision, outline the plan’s goals, and answer questions about the plan’s impact on local communities.

What

  • Official Plan in person open house
  • Hear from Mayor Parrish about the City’s plan for growth and housing initiatives
  • Talk to City planners about the goals of the Official Plan
  • Light refreshments will be provided

When

  • Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
  • Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
  • Location: Mississauga City Hall, Great Hall, 300 City Centre Drive

How to participate

  • Visit our website to register for the open house.
  • While registration is not mandatory, we encourage residents to register to help us accommodate all guests and communicate important updates about the open house.

Prepare for the open house

Background

  • The Official Plan covers key areas like transportation, housing, culture, heritage, the environment, and the economy.
  • As required by the Ontario Planning Act, the City reviews and updates the Official Plan every 10 years to meet Mississauga’s changing needs.
  • Public feedback has played a key role in shaping the proposed updates, which focus on expanding housing options, enhancing community services, protecting the environment, and planning for long-term growth, as the Official Plan will guide Mississauga’s development through 2051.
  • The proposed new Official Plan will come into effect once it is adopted by City Council and approved by the Province of Ontario.
  • To learn more, visit mississauga.ca/officialplan.
February 14, 2025
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City program cancellations and facility closures – February 13, 2025

By Announcement, Resources

Mississauga has declared a Significant Weather Event. Overnight weather has brought significant snow and freezing rain to the city, heavily impacting travel causing the City to close facilities and cancel programming.

February 13, 2025

City closures and cancellations

Due to inclement weather, the following City facilities will be closed on February 13:

  • All community centres and cultural facilities (museums, Small Arms Inspection Building) will be closed until at least 4 p.m.
  • All City Libraries will be closed until at least 5 p.m.
  • Outdoor rinks will remain closed until safe to open.
  • City Hall will remain open, but all public facing services (counters, café) will be closed.

A reassessment of the weather will be made at approximately 1 p.m. to determine if the closed locations will reopen for evening programming.

Where possible, cancelled classes will be rescheduled. Those with facility bookings will be contacted. Scheduled rentals may be cancelled without penalty by contacting the Customer Service Centre at 905-615-4100 or by email at facility.rentals@mississauga.ca.

In addition, MiWay Transit buses may also be delayed due to the weather. Please visit the MiWay Service Updates page here throughout the coming days for information on route delays.

Safety reminders

  1. Stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel, if possible.
  2. If travel is necessary, residents should exercise caution. Stay alert when using our roads whether you’re walking, cycling, taking transit or driving.
  1. Consider delaying your plans for outdoor activities. Changing your plans is much easier than being caught in a situation where yourself or others are in an avoidable situation that could impact your safety and well-being.
  2. If you must travel outdoors during a winter storm, ensure you are properly dressed in layers, have a source of water and food with you and a fully charged cell phone for emergencies. Also, let a close friend or family member know of your travel plans and route before leaving.
  3. You may experience delays on MiWay due to the winter road conditions. Please give yourself extra time when planning your trip.
  4. Please bring pets indoors and remember to call Animal Services at 905-896-5858 if you see an animal that is sick, injured or in distress.
  5. Check your emergency kit to make sure you have everything you need.
  6. Report any downed trees, blocked roadways/sidewalks or safety hazards to 311.
  7. Report power outages in Mississauga to Alectra at 1-833-ALECTRA
    (1-833-253-2872) or via X @alectranews. Consider charging your cellphone, have a flashlight on hand and review these emergency preparedness tips.

Winter operations information

  1. Winter maintenance operations are underway.
  2. Give winter maintenance crews space and time to complete their snow clearing activities like treating and clearing roads, priority sidewalks, bus shelters, trails and parking lots at parks, community centres and libraries.
  3. Prepare to move parked vehicles from your street to allow crews to work more efficiently.
  4. The issuance of temporary parking permits has been suspended. Please keep parked cars off the street so crews can work safely and efficiently.
  5. Always apply salt and ice-melting materials as recommended by the manufacturer.
  6. Plan to shovel snow often to help limit heavy snow build-up and consider helping those who may need help clearing snow from their driveway or sidewalk.
  7. Residents should be advised there could be significant windrows with this event with this amount of accumulation.
  8. The City’s winter maintenance teams will continue de-icing and clearing snow from four-season parking lots, community centres, arenas, and libraries, trails and walkways that serve as transportation links for local communities. (e.g. trails, walkways and easements to school boundaries).

For information and updates about the City’s, facilities and programming, follow us on X (formerly Twitter) @mississaugalib @saugaparksrec @SaugaCulture

February 13, 2025
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Imagine Mississauga: Your voice, our shared future

By Announcement, Food for thought, Issues, Parks, Planning & Development, Resources

February 11, 2025

The City of Mississauga is calling on residents to help shape Council’s new Strategic Plan, a forward-thinking document that will guide growth, address key challenges, and chart a path toward a vibrant and resilient future. From housing, environment and economic development to transportation, infrastructure, and arts and culture, the public’s insights will play a crucial role in imagining the Mississauga we all aspire to live in. By participating in City planning, the community is crafting a legacy that will guide Mississauga’s development for generations, shaping the future through public input today.

Public engagement and education activities

The City is launching a new public engagement campaign to seek the public’s ideas and input on eight key priorities identified by City Council. Residents can share their feedback through these activities:

  • Visit mississauga.ca/imagine to learn more about the project and complete a survey to share your ideas and contribute to the fabric of Mississauga’s future.
  • Engage with our City Ambassadors to share your opinions at various events, community centres, arenas and museums in your neighbourhood.
  • Speakers event (spring): Be inspired by leading experts in equity, diversity, inclusion, climate action and urban mobility at this free special event (registration in advance will be required).

Imagine Mississauga guided by your vision

Imagine Mississauga is about creating a collective vision that reflects the hopes, needs, and aspirations of every resident. This visionary blueprint will steer our city’s growth, resource allocation, and response to both present challenges and future opportunities. It’s a commitment to creating a Mississauga that resonates with all who call this municipality home.

Key themes for the Strategic Plan

As we imagine the next chapter of Mississauga’s story, the City is focusing on eight central themes and will be engaging with residents on the following:

  1. Reimagining mobility: Envisioning innovative transportation solutions to reduce congestion and enhance connectivity.
  2. Climate resilience: Imagining a greener, more sustainable Mississauga for generations to come.
  3. Housing for all: Creating solutions for accessible, affordable housing that fosters diverse communities.
  4. Wellness reimagined: Visualizing a city where personal and public wellbeing flourish through enhanced services and programs.
  5. Fiscal innovation: Imagining smart, sustainable financial strategies that support our city’s growth and stability.
  6. Inclusive Mississauga: Creating a city where diversity is celebrated, and every resident feels a sense of belonging.
  7. Economic vibrancy: Nurturing an economy that attracts investment, inspires innovation and creates opportunities for all.
  8. Arts and culture: Cultivating a vibrant creative environment that celebrates diversity, enriches community life through artistic expression and positions Mississauga as a cultural destination.

Learn more, get involved

Your imagination is the key to unlocking Mississauga’s potential. Be part of this transformative journey by sharing your ideas at mississauga.ca/imagine.

February 11, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION NOTICE – Wednesday, February 12th, 9:30am to 5:00pm – Wednesday, February 12th, 9:30am to 5:00pm

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, February 12th, 9:30am 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, February 12th, 9:30am to 5:00pm

Location:                    2152 Wedgewood Road

Addresses Affected: 2146 – 2194 Wedgewood Road                 

Project #:                   C-603519

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #               437-220-6987

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

February 10, 2025
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2025 Mississauga Marathon – Sunday, April 27 Road Closures

By Events

Please see the following road closures for the 2025 Mississauga Marathon.  Local access for residents will be maintained along the route where full road closures are not in place.

Race route link:

https://www.racepoint.ca/maps/mississauga.html

 

Full road closures – Marathon weekend

Saturday, April 26, 2025 – 7:00am to Sunday, April 27, 2005 – 1:00pm

Duke of York Blvd between City Centre Dr and Burnhamthorpe Road (southbound curb lane only) *access to Civic and Library parking will be maintained on the Saturday*

Sunday, April 27, 2025

  • Burnhamthorpe Road. All WB lanes between Hurontario and Erin Mills Pkwy. 6:30 am to 11:30 am. EB lanes closed at Erin Mills Parkway.(eastbound traffic on Burnhamthorpe Rd will be permitted from Promontory Crescent to Hurontario Street)
  • No crossing of Burnhamthorpe Road NB or SB. 6:30 am to 11:30 am.
  • NB and SB on Mississauga Road between Burnhamthorpe Road and Springbank Road – 7:00 am to 10:30 am
  • Mississauga Rd. between Indian Road and Lakeshore Road NB lanes only. 7:00 am to 11:00 am
  • Mississauga Rd between Eglinton Avenue and Burnhamthorpe Road – local access only.  Southbound vehicles on Mississauga Road will be turned around at Bridlepath
  • Erin Mills Parkway at Dundas Street – closed to EB traffic from 7:00am to 10:30am
  • Dundas at Erindale Park closed to WB traffic from 7:00am to 10:30am. Church access only.
  • Duke of York between Burnhamthorpe and Princess Royal. 4:00 am to 1:00 pm
  • Duke of York between Princess Royal and Rathburn. 6:30 am to 8:30 am
  • Living Arts between Burnhamthorpe and Princess Royal. 4:00 am to 1:00 pm (the two condos on L.A. undergrounds are not impacted.)
  • Living Arts between Princess Royal and Rathburn. 6:30 am to 8:30 am
  • City Centre Drive between Duke of York Blvd and Kariya Gate – 6:30am to 8:30am
  • Kariya Gate between City Centre and Burnhamthorpe Rd – 6:30am to 8:30am
February 10, 2025
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