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Peel Public Health recommends layers of protection for respiratory illness season

By Announcement, Covid-19, Resources

As the weather gets colder and people move indoors, the risk of catching viruses like the flu, COVID-19, or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) increases. No single measure on its own is 100% effective at preventing the spread of respiratory infections but practicing them all together provides the best protection. In the community, this includes:

  • Stay home when sick, and if unable to stay home, wear a mask and avoid vulnerable populations.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow, not your hand.
  • Consider wearing a mask indoors, especially in crowded spaces where you can’t keep a safe and comfortable distance from others.
  • Get vaccinated and stay up to date with vaccinations. Vaccines help lower the risk of infection, work to reduce severe outcomes if infected, and aid your body’s natural defences to develop protection against disease.

Peel Public Health’s webpage dedicated to respiratory illness season will be updated throughout the fall and winter.

Flu vaccine

The flu vaccine is free for Ontarians 6 months or older, regardless of citizenship or immigration status. You do not need an Ontario health card to get the vaccine. The flu vaccine is currently available to people at a higher risk of getting severely sick from the flu infection. Initial doses are prioritized for:

  • Hospitalized individuals and hospital staff.
  • Long-Term Care Home and Elder Care Lodge residents, staff, and caregivers.
  • Health care workers and first responders.
  • Residents and staff of congregate living settings (e.g., chronic care facilities, retirement homes).
  • People 65 years or older.
  • Pregnant individuals.
  • Children 6 months to 4 years.
  • Individuals from a First Nation, Inuit or Métis community or who self-identify as First Nation, Inuit or Métis, and their household members.
  • Members of racialized and other equity-deserving communities.
  • Anyone 6 months or older with chronic health conditions.

Starting October 30, anyone 6 months or older can get the flu vaccine. Make an appointment to get the flu vaccine at:

  • Family doctors and walk-in clinics for adults and children 6 months or older.
  • Participating pharmacies for adults and children 2 years or older.
  • Individuals without a health card can receive the flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine from a community health centre or local pharmacy and at Peel Public Health clinics.
  • Peel Public Health clinics – Starting October 30, anyone over 2 years of age can get their COVID-19 and flu vaccines at Peel Public Health clinics. Peel Public Health clinics will offer the standard dose flu vaccine, not the high-dose or adjuvanted formulations. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist about the high-dose or adjuvanted influenza vaccine. You can book appointments online or by calling 905-799-7700 for Brampton and Mississauga residents, or 905-584-2216 for Caledon residents.

You can receive the flu vaccine at the same time, or any time before or after a COVID-19 vaccine. Refer to where to get the flu vaccine for more information.

COVID-19 vaccine

The updated COVID-19 vaccine (XBB.1.5) is now available for people at a high risk of getting severely sick from the virus. Initial doses are being prioritized for the same groups being prioritized to receive the flu vaccine.

Starting October 30, anyone 2 years or older can get the COVID-19 vaccine at Peel Public Health vaccine clinics.

COVID-19 vaccines are free to anyone 6 months or older in Ontario, regardless of citizenship or immigration status. You do not need an Ontario health card to get the vaccine. Appointments can be booked on Ontario’s vaccine booking website.

In addition to Peel Public Health vaccine clinics, some pharmacies, doctor’s offices, walk-in clinics and other providers across Peel offer the COVID-19 vaccine. Find a pharmacy location here and a primary care provider here.

COVID-19 testing

There are 2 main types of COVID-19 tests in Ontario:

  • Molecular tests, which include Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) tests.
  • Rapid antigen tests (RATs).

PCR tests need to be processed in a lab. Samples can be collected by a health care professional or at home using a self-collection lab-based PCR kit. In Ontario, publicly funded PCR tests are only available to eligible individuals. Find out if you’re eligible for a PCR test and where you can access a test.

Rapid antigen tests can be done at home, give results quickly and do not require processing by a lab. The Ontario government is making rapid antigen tests available for an extended time. Learn more about rapid testing for at home use.

To support ongoing access to COVID-19 testing through the fall and winter seasons, Peel Region will distribute free rapid antigen test kits to the public (1 to 2 kits per person).

They can be picked up at these Access Peel counters:

  • 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite B, Brampton
  • 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga

Residents who test positive for COVID-19 are reminded that they may be eligible for treatment. To be most effective, these medications need to be taken within five to seven days of when symptoms start.

If you tested positive, have symptoms or have been exposed to COVID-19, follow directions from the Ontario government.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

Through the Ontario government’s High-Risk Older Adults RSV Vaccine Program, adults 60 years or older residing in long-term care homes, Elder Care Lodges, and some retirement homes may be eligible for the RSV vaccine, Arexvy. If adults 60 years or older don’t qualify for the free RSV vaccine, they can still purchase it with a prescription from their family doctor or other primary care provider.

Visit Health811 online or call 811 (TTY 1-866-797-0007) for health advice and information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Respiratory illness season isn’t new; it happens every year. We encourage residents to assess their own risk and situation to use the protective measures that will work best for them and their loved ones, including the recommendation for vaccination. Peel Public Health works with partners across the health care system, such as pharmacies and primary care providers, to ensure convenient access to those seeking a vaccine. This is the first year since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic that Peel Public Health clinics are offering the flu vaccine, and we’re hopeful that residents will take advantage of the many options to get a flu and COVID-19 vaccine.

Dr. Kate Bingham, Acting Medical Officer of Health, Peel Public Health 

October 24, 2023
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GO Service Changes Milton Line – November 2023

By Resources

Metrolinx conducts comprehensive reviews and adjustments to GO Transit and UP Express schedules throughout the year. This is done to ensure that services align with customer needs and resources are allocated to where they are most needed.

 

Beginning Saturday, November 11, 2023,  we are also changing the length of some trains on the Milton Line to better match demand. You may need to adjust where you are waiting on the platform to board the train.

 

Eastbound:

• The weekday 7:59 a.m. trip from Milton will now be 10 cars long instead of 12.

 

Westbound:

• The weekday 5:10 p.m. and 6:25 p.m. trips from Union Station will now be 10 cars long instead of 12

• The weekday 3:40 p.m. trip from Union Station will now be 12 cars long instead of 10.

October 24, 2023
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Lane Closures – Lakeshore Eastbound Benson to Mississauga Road – Lakeshore Road Paving

By Ward 1

Memme occupied the most southern lane on Lakeshore Road on October 23rd to complete the grinding operation. All traffic was directed on Lakeshore Road with the assistance of two paid duty officers. On October 24th  it was determined that some areas required additional grinding as well as the raising of manholes to attain the appropriate grades in preparation for the re-paving.

Wednesday October 25th, the most southern lane will again be closed for the day to pave top asphalt, and all traffic will be directed again with two paid duty officers.  This work will run from Benson through to Mississauga Rd.  Following that work, tomorrow evening all line painting will be completed and Lakeshore will be fully reopened on Thursday October 26th.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as this work is completed tomorrow.

October 23, 2023
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SCHEDULED WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE – Tuesday, October 24 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm – 1510 Asgard Dr   

By Resources, Ward 1

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time:  Tuesday, October 24 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location: 1510 Asgard Dr                                 

Addresses Affected: 1502-1554 Asgard Dr                            

Project #: C-603081

Regional Inspector:  Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone #   437-220-8917 ext. 3246/3247

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 do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Tuesday, October 24th from approximately 9:00am to 5:00 pm.     If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

If this interruption may affect an alarm or maintenance company, it is your responsibility to notify them.  During the time that the water supply is interrupted, the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function.  A fire watch should be performed as necessary during time period.

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). Flush the toilets as well. 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 your water meter (usually located in the basement).  If it is leaking, 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)
October 20, 2023
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Notice of Bus Stop Impact: #0337 – SB Hurontario St at Park St | Friday, October 20, 2023

By Hurontario LRT, Resources, Ward 1

Please be advised of the following stop impacts. See the related details below:

Stop(s) Impacted:  No. 0337: SB Hurontario St at Park St

Temporary Stop Location:

0339 – SB Hurontario St at Lakeshore Rd E (170m south)

0335 – SB Hurontario St at Inglewood Dr (450m north)

Routes Impacted: 2 South, 8 South

Date and Time: Effective Immediately

Estimated Duration: Monday, October 23, 2023 @ 10:00pm

Event Type: HuLRT

Agency: Mobilinx

Notes:

–             Stops will remain accessible;

–             No detours required.

October 20, 2023
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TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE MISSISSAUGA ROAD BETWEEN SOUTH SHERIDAN WAY AND THE WESTBOUND MISSISSAUGA ROAD OFF-RAMP FROM THE QEW – Thursday, October 26th and Friday, October 27th from 10pm until 5am

By Resources

As part of the QEW/Credit River improvement project, a temporary road closure of Mississauga Road between South Sheridan Way and the westbound Mississauga Road off-ramp from the QEW is required to be closed in order to place girders for the remaining part of the QEW.

When:   Thursday, October 26th and Friday, October 27th from 10pm until 5am (overnight only, road will reopen during the day).

Where:  Mississauga Road between South Sheridan Way and the westbound Mississauga Road off-ramp from the QEW.

Why:     In order to implement girders for the QEW Mississauga Road overpass.

Advance warning signs and detour signs are in place. An access to Mississauga Crescent from the north side will be maintained however, no access will be maintained for emergency service under the overpass.

October 20, 2023
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Notice of Bus Stop Impact: #0709 – NB Hurontario St at South Service Rd | Monday, October 23, 2023

By Hurontario LRT, Resources, Ward 1

Please be advised of the following stop impacts. See the related details below:

Stop(s) Impacted:  No. 0709: NB Hurontario St at South Service Rd

Temporary Stop Location:

0332 – NB Hurontario St at Pinewood Trail (340m south)

0728 – NB Hurontario St at North Service Rd (500m north)

Routes Impacted: 2 North

Date and Time: Monday, October 23, 2023 @ 7:00am

Estimated Duration: until Thursday, October 26, 2023 @ 7:00am

Event Type: HuLRT

Agency: Mobilinx

Notes:

–             Stops will remain accessible;

–             No detours required.

October 20, 2023
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Notice of Bus Stop Impact: #0330 – NB Hurontario St at Hampshire Cres | Monday, October 23, 2023

By Hurontario LRT, Resources, Ward 1

Please be advised of the following stop impacts. See the related details below:

Stop(s) Impacted:  No. 0330: NB Hurontario St at Hampshire Cres

Temporary Stop Location:

0332 – NB Hurontario St at Pinewood Trail (110m south)

Routes Impacted: 2 North

Date and Time: Monday, October 23, 2023 @ 7:00am

Estimated Duration: until Thursday, October 26, 2023 @ 7:00am

Event Type: HuLRT

Agency: Mobilinx

Notes:

–             Stops will remain accessible;

–             No detours required.

October 20, 2023
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PUBLIC MEETING – Planning and Development Committee – 1041 Lakeshore Road East (1005 Ogden Avenue) – Monday, November 13, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

By Planning & Development, Ward 1

In Person and Virtual Public Meeting
RECOMMENDATION REPORT NOTICE

Meeting Date and Time:
Monday, November 13, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Place:
Mississauga Civic Centre, Council Chamber, 300 City Centre Drive
Applicant’s Proposal:
1041 Lakeshore Road East (1005 Ogden Avenue), north of Lakeshore Road
East, east of Ogden Avenue
Application submitted by: 1407 Lakeshore Developments Inc.
File: OZ/OPA 22-12 W1

The applicant is proposing to change the official plan and zoning to permit a 10 storey apartment building with ground floor commercial space.

Meeting Details:
This meeting will be held in person and online. Advance registration is required to make a verbal submission at the meeting virtually. Advance registration is preferred to make a verbal submission
at the meeting in person. The proceedings will be streamed live online for the public to view at the following link: http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/cityhall/council-and-committee-videos. If you wish to phone in to listen to the meeting only, please call 905-615-3200, ext. 5423 for instructions.

Options for participating in the meetings are outlined below.

Purpose of Meeting:
The City held a Public Meeting on August 8, 2022. At the upcoming meeting, Planning and Building staff will present a report addressing issues raised and will provide a recommendation on
the proposal. Planning and Development Committee will make a decision about this project at this meeting.

The report will be available on-line one week prior to the meeting at:
http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/cityhall/planninganddevelopment

For detailed information contact:
City Planner David Ferro at 905-615-3200 ext. 4554 or david.ferro@mississauga.ca

If you would like to share your views and/or you wish to be notified of further meetings or be added to the mailing list, please contact the Planning and Building Department by Friday
at 4:00 p.m. prior to the meeting date:
 by mail to 300 City Centre Drive, 6th floor, Mississauga ON L5B 3C1
 by email to application.info@mississauga.ca
 please include your name, your address, and application number or address of the property you are providing comments on

Written Comments:
In order to be received by Committee at the public meeting, written comments must be received no later than Friday at 4:00 p.m. prior to the meeting date. Submissions are accepted by email at
deputations.presentations@mississauga.ca or by mailing the Planning and Development Committee, 300 City Centre Drive, 2nd Floor, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1. Please include your name, your address, and application number or address of the property you are providing comments on. Written comments received before, during or after a public meeting but before a
by-law is passed receive the same consideration as verbal comments made during a public meeting.

How to participate in a public meeting if you wish to make verbal submissions:

Participate Virtually
Advance registration is required to participate and/or make comment virtually at the public meeting. Please email deputations.presentations@mississauga.ca no later than Friday at 4:00 p.m. prior to the meeting date. Any materials you wish to show the Committee during your presentation must be provided as an attachment to the email. Links to cloud services will not be accepted. You will be provided with directions on how to participate from Clerks’ staff.

Residents without access to the internet can participate and/or make comment in the meeting via telephone. To register, please call Angie Melo at 905-615-3200 ext. 5423 no later than Friday at
4:00 p.m. prior to the meeting date. You must provide your name, phone number, and application number if you wish to speak to the Committee. You will be provided with directions on how to
participate from Clerks’ staff.

Participate In Person
To make a verbal submission in person, advance registration is preferred. Please email deputations.presentations@mississauga.ca no later than Friday at 4:00 p.m. prior to the meeting
date.

If you are a landlord, please post a copy of this notice where your tenants can see it. We want to make sure they have a chance to take part.

Background Studies:
Planning documents and background material available at:
http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/residents/development-applications.

Contact the city planner noted above for more information.

Personal Information:
Individuals should be aware that any personal information in their verbal or written communication will become part of the public record, unless the individual expressly requests the City to remove the personal information. Questions about the collection of this information may be directed to application.info@mississauga.ca or in writing to the Planning and Building Department at 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga ON L5B 3C1.

Information about Appeals:
If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the City before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of City Council to the Ontario Land Tribunal, or be added as a party to an appeal of the decision to the Tribunal.

The proposed Official Plan amendment is exempt from approval by the Region of Peel. The decision of City Council is final if a notice of appeal is not received on or before the last day for filing a notice of appeal.

Date of Notice: October 19, 2023

October 20, 2023
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Continuous Weekend Work on the Lakeshore West Rail Corridor at Port Credit GO Station – Starting at 7 p.m. on Friday October 27th to 6 a.m. on Monday October 30th

By Hurontario LRT, Ward 1

What work is taking place? With the Lakeshore West underpass structure (LSW Push Box) in place, construction crews will resume overnight activities within the railway corridor at Port Credit GO Station near Hurontario Street for the removal of the Verona System. The Verona system is a temporary modular bridge that allowed for train movements to continue while the LSW Push Box was moved into place underneath the tracks. These activities are expected to take place continuously over the course of the weekend from 7 p.m. on Friday October 27 to 6 a.m. on Monday October 30th. It will allow for crews to carefully remove the traverse beams and modules that currently support train traffic on all three railway tracks. As the beams and modules are removed, crews will reinstate the tracks, one at a time, by backfilling and compacting the railway corridor with granular materials and track ballast to support future train traffic above the underpass.

To complete the work safely and efficiently, crews will be working continuously throughout the weekend and overnight when train movements are at a minimum.

We understand that we are building this transformational transit project in a residential area and that overnight work is not ideal. We appreciate your patience and will complete this work as efficiently as possible to get things back to normal for you. We have a dedicated community relations team in place to work with residents and businesses in Peel Region through the construction and operation of this transformational project.

Please note, work may be rescheduled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. If you require the most up-to-date information, please reach out to peel@metrolinx.com.

TIMING
• Continuous overnight weekend work will occur from 7 p.m. on Friday October 27 to 6 a.m. on Monday October 30th.
• Since crews will be working within the railway corridor, it must occur when train movements are at a minimum.
• Work could be rescheduled and delayed due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
TRAFFIC DETAILS
• This work is located in the southeast portion of the Port Credit parking lot, directly adjacent to the railway corridor.
• Traffic delays are expected where lane reductions already exist for utility and roadwork activities on Hurontario Street. There are no additional traffic impacts related to this work.
• Watch for slow moving vehicles entering and exiting work areas.
• Remember to reduce your speed when approaching lane reductions.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
• Every effort will be made to minimize disruptions.
• Impacts are dependent upon the specific activities being performed.
• Residents and businesses near the work site can expect to hear noise and vibration caused by compaction equipment, the distribution of granular materials and track ballast, trucks, excavators, loaders, tri-axles, backhoes, and other construction equipment related to this work.
PEDESTRIAN DETAILS
• Please take care when travelling near construction areas.
• Sidewalk access in the area could be affected.
• Watch for additional signs directing pedestrians as detours may be required.
• Clear and defined walking paths will be maintained during construction to ensure pedestrian safety.
CONTACT US
• Metrolinx has a dedicated community relations team in place to work with residents in Peel region through the construction and operation of this transformational transit project.
• 24-hour line 416-202-7500.

October 19, 2023
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