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Giving Tuesday – December 1st, 2020

By Events, Issues

Giving Tuesday is a global movement unlocking the power of generosity to transform communities. After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is a day dedicated to giving. It started as a simple idea in 2012 and is now celebrated in more than 60 countries around the world.

On Tuesday, December 1, 2020, join Mississauga Gives to celebrate the Giving Tuesday movement in Mississauga and encourage each other to do good. Donate to charity, volunteer, support a small business, fundraise, help spread the word, or perform an act of kindness – especially during these challenging times.

Learn more about the global Giving Tuesday movement at GivingTuesday.org and locally at mississaugagives.ca.

November 3, 2020
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Nominate an Inspirational Cyclist or Group for the Phil Green Recognition Award

By Events

November 2, 2020

Do you know someone who regularly travels by bike and inspires others to do so? Do you know someone who strongly advocated for cycling programs or infrastructure in Mississauga this year? The Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee (MCAC) is looking for nominations for its annual Phil Green Recognition Award, so that this passion and effort may be recognized and celebrated by the community.

 

The Phil Green Recognition Award is presented by MCAC annually. Residents are invited to nominate a resident or group who showed exceptional effort in 2020 to promote cycling or other forms of sustainable transportation in Mississauga.

See the nomination form for full eligibility details.

What:
Call for nominees – Phil Green Recognition Award

When:
The nomination period starts today. 
The deadline to submit your nomination is Monday, November 30, 2020.

How:
Submit your nomination by email to the address listed on the form, or by using the online form. MCAC will review the nominations and will select the winning resident or group.

The winner will be announced and recognized at a City Council meeting in early 2021.

For more information about the Phil Green Recognition Award, visit mississaugaikes.ca/phil-green-award.

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November 2, 2020
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Virtual Press Conference: Mississauga’s COVID-19 Update for November 4, 2020

By Covid-19, Events, Issues

November 2, 2020

On Wednesday, November 4 at 3:15 p.m., media are invited to virtually attend Mayor Bonnie Crombie’s twenty-eighth weekly press conference focused on the City of Mississauga’s latest COVID-19 recovery plans.

Details

What:
Latest updates and announcements on the City’s COVID-19 plans for recovery in Mississauga

When:
Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 3:15 p.m.

Who:
Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie
Dr. Lawrence Loh, Medical Officer of Health at Region of Peel
Tim Beckett, Fire Chief and Director of Emergency Management

Where:
Online – the virtual press conference will be streamed on the City’s website at https://web.mississauga.ca/council/council-activities/council-and-committee-videos/press-conferences-and-events/

Media: All media must RSVP to Megan Schabla, megan.schabla@mississauga.ca by noon on November 4 if they would like to participate and ask questions. Confirmed media will be provided with a Webex meeting request and log-in details in order to join the conference.

For more information about the City’s COVID-19 response and service impacts, visit: mississauga.ca/recovery.

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November 2, 2020
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MiWay introduces first-ever 60 foot hybrid-electric buses in Ontario

By Resources

MiWay has introduced 11 new, second-generation 60 foot hybrid-electric buses that are convertible to full battery power, helping to reduce the environmental impacts of public transit advancing the City of Mississauga’s commitment to zero-emission buses in its fleet. These are the first buses of its kind in Ontario and the third in Canada.

Features of the buses include:

Increased green benefits and cost savings

  • Start-stop engine technology that shuts down the engine while stopped at bus stops and automatically restarts when the brake is released – achieving up to 25 per cent fuel savings than conventional diesel-powered buses.
  • Reduced number of drive belts from four to one, reducing the potential of breakdowns on the road and lowering overall maintenance costs.
  • All electrically powered sub systems such as power steering, HVAC, passenger door operation and air brake compressor.

Increased safety

  • Three additional external cameras that provide external rear-views along both sides and rear of the bus.

Increased accessibility

  • All-electric “Smart Rider” accessible wheelchair ramp – capable of lateral kneeling and self-levelling to adjustable heights, assisting with customer safety.

Enhanced mechanical features

  • All-drive control mechanisms and battery storage systems that are mounted on the roof.
  • “Plug and play” components, helping to simplify the maintenance process.

The new buses are expected to be ready for on-street service in early 2021.

November 2, 2020
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Virtual Remembrance Day Ceremony Honours Canada’s Heroes, Past and Present

By Events

November 2, 2020

On November 11, the City of Mississauga invites residents to join City officials online for a virtual Remembrance Day ceremony.

Virtual Remembrance Day Ceremony – Details

When
Wednesday, November 11, 2020

Time
10:40 to 11:15 a.m.

Watch Virtually
Live stream on mississauga.ca/remembranceday or on the City Facebook page.

Wreath-laying
Anyone wishing to provide a wreath to the City to be laid on November 11 can contact lindsay.noronha@mississauga.ca or 905-615-3200 ext.3940 by Thursday, November 5, 2020.

Wreaths must be dropped off to the Civic Centre Great Hall, located on the ground floor of the Civic Centre on Tuesday, November 10 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Mandatory Media RSVP
All media that would like to cover the virtual ceremony in-person must RSVP to bryan.sparks@mississauga.ca by noon on Friday, November 6. Event attendance numbers will follow provincial guidelines. As such, invites may be withdrawn at any time in advance of the ceremony to maintain health and safety guidelines.

Museums of Mississauga Programs and Events:
As the City’s Remembrance Day service provides an opportunity to reflect on Canada’s veterans and current members of the Armed Forces, Museums of Mississauga is offering virtual and in-person programs throughout the fall and into 2021.

Veterans Ride MiWay for Free on Remembrance Day
Canadian Forces veterans and their companion can ride MiWay for free on Remembrance Day, Wednesday, November 11. Veterans should wear items such as uniforms, medals or carry items that identify them as veterans to transit operators. As a mark of respect to Canadian veterans, all transit operators will stop their buses for two minutes of silence at 11 a.m. on November 11.

November 2, 2020
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Shoreline Protection Works Notice

By Issues, Resources

Notification of works to protect our Sanitary Sewer along shores of Lake Ontario between Elmwood Avenue S. and Oakwood Avenue S.

The Contractor is constructing a Stack Block Revetment Wall and repairing an existing shoreline structure in order to protect an existing sanitary sewer on an easement off of Carlis Place. Work will commence the 2nd week of November and is expected to be completed by the end of December 31, 2020.

October 31, 2020
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020 FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M.

By Events, Issues, Resources

October 30, 2020

SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION

Dear Customer:

The Region of Peel Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a reliable supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes we must turn off your water supply while we do the work. In the next few days, we will be working in your area and will have to turn off your water for a few hours.

Your water will be turned off on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 from approximately 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. However, if the weather is bad or if a problem arises, we will reschedule the work and will let you know the new date and time.

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. If this happens, you can remove the air by briefly 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). Flush the toilets as well.

You should only have to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds, but keep running it until the water is clear and any vibration or noise has stopped.

If your water meter starts to leak, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

  • (905) 791 – 7800 Ext. 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
  • (905) 791 – 7800 Ext. 4409 (After hours or Statutory Holidays)

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date: and Time:        Wednesday, November 4, 2020 from 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.

Location:                    1080 West Avenue, Mississauga

Addresses Affected: 

West Avenue:

#’s 1080, 1076, 1074, 1072, 1068, 1066, 1062, 1061, 1065, 1069, 1071, 1073, 1075

October 30, 2020
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Region of Peel supports the province’s plan to improve blue box recycling program

By Issues, Resources

October 30, 2020

The Region of Peel has moved a step closer to its goal of 75 per cent waste diversion. In an announcement last week, the Ontario government put forward a proposal to overhaul the blue box recycling program.

The proposal includes expanding the items that can be recycled and making producers of products and packaging fully responsible for managing the full lifecycle of their products.

“The Region of Peel thanks Premier Ford, Minister Yurek and the Ontario Government for its continued work to enhance the blue box recycling program and moving this policy change forward,” says Norman Lee, the Region’s Director of Waste Management. “A plan that allows residents to put more items in their recycling and that makes collection consistent across the province is a step in the right direction that will result in less garbage being sent to landfill.”

Proposed changes to the program include:

  • standardizing and increasing the list of materials accepted in the blue box to include paper and plastic cups, wraps, foils, trays, and bags and other single-use items such as stir sticks, straws, cutlery and plates;
  • making producers operationally and financially responsible for the management of their blue box recyclables;
  • transitioning the costs of the program away from municipal taxpayers to producers;
  • encouraging innovation such as better product design and the use of new recycling technologies and processes for better environmental outcomes; and
  • exempting small generators of blue box recyclables to minimize the impact and burden on small businesses.

“The Region of Peel continues to advocate for its residents and for a seamless transition with no disruption to waste collection services,” Mr. Lee adds.

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October 30, 2020
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Mississauga Library’s Author Talks are a Fall Treat for Readers

By Events

October 29, 2020

The only thing better than relaxing with a good book on a fall day is the chance to interact with a favourite author.

Mississauga Library’s Author Talk series features a wide range of talented writers. Suitable for ages 13 and up, participants can hear authors read from their books, ask questions, learn about the writing process and find out how they tell their compelling stories.

All Author Talks are free with registration.

What:
Virtual Author Talks that include readings and discussion, presented by Mississauga Library.

Featured Authors and Dates:

  • Lawrence Hill*             Friday, November 6                Register
  • Michelle Good             Friday, November 13              Register
  • Janie Chang                Friday, November 20              Register
  • Sheena Kamal            Friday, November 27              Register
  • Amy Stuart                  Friday, December 4                Register
  • Genevieve Graham     Friday, December 11              Register

Time:

  • 7 to 8 p.m.

*Presented in partnership with Museums of Mississauga.

October 29, 2020
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New Session Added – Virtual Community Meetings Planned to Discuss Mississauga’s Official Plan

By Events, Planning & Development

October 29, 2020

The City of Mississauga has added an additional virtual community meeting on Tuesday, November 10 to discuss its Official Plan update.  The Official Plan is the guiding document for land use planning in Mississauga. The City is reviewing the Plan to ensure it reflects the changing needs of the community while conforming to updated provincial legislation.

What:

Virtual community meetings that include a presentation on the Official Plan Review and attendee input on the vision and priorities.

When:

The meetings are designed to discuss city-wide priorities as well as key planning issues affecting individual wards.

  • October 29 – 7 to 8:30 p.m.

City-wide and “Central” (Wards 3, 4, 6 and 7)

  • November 2 – 7 to 8:30 p.m.

City-wide and “South” – (Wards 1, 2 and 8)

  • NEW – November 10 – 7 to 8:30 p.m.

City-wide and “North” (Wards 5, 9, 10 and 11)

Who:

  • Mississauga residents
  • Business owners and employees
  • City staff and Ward Councillors

How:

Register here to participate.

To learn more before the meetings, read the Research Briefs. These explain the Official Plan priority areas including housing, transportation, environment, complete communities, city structure and urban design.

Background:

The City’s Official Plan provides policies that guide and direct the physical change of the city. It manages the effects on Mississauga’s social, economic, cultural and natural environment. The Official Plan addresses:

  • where housing, industry, offices, shops and roads should go
  • which services and amenities (e.g., parks, transit) are needed and where they will be located
  • where to focus growth and what it will look like

The City launched the Official Plan Review at a Special Council meeting held on June 10, 2019. For more information and to sign up for email updates, visit the public engagement page.

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October 29, 2020
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