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What’s in a Name? City Asset Naming Review

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The City is developing new standards to refine the naming policies and street naming registry using an equitable, diverse and inclusive approach.

The City of Mississauga in collaboration with Quakelab Incorporated, an equity and justice agency, is currently reviewing our asset naming process using an equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) lens to develop guiding principles that will assist in the future naming of city streets, parks, facilities and other community assets.

Visit the webpage for more details.

Complete the online survey and enter the draw for a chance to win a new iPad!

2023 Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence

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The Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence celebrate success and recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to Ontario’s tourism industry.

Awards are jointly presented by the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO), the Culinary Tourism Alliance (CTA), Ontario Tourism Education Corporation (OTEC) and Attractions Ontario, across five respective categories:


Tourism Industry Awards of Excellence
Tourism Marketing & Travel Media Awards of Excellence
Culinary Tourism Awards of Excellence (CTA)
Workforce Innovation & Collaboration Award (OTEC)
Ontario’s Choice Awards (Attractions Ontario)

Winners will be announced at the 2023 Ontario Tourism Summit in Mississauga on October 24th-25th 

Applications are now open! Click here to learn more and submit your nomination.

Click here to view all the categories, eligibility criteria and submit your nomination.

Need some inspiration? Check out the previous winners here!

Notice of Bus Stop Impact: #0333 – SB Hurontario St at Mineola Rd W | Monday, July 31, 2023

By Resources, Ward 1

Stop(s) Impacted:  No. 0333: SB Hurontario St at Mineola Rd W

Temporary Stop Location: From Friday, August 11, 2023 @ 7:00am onwards (until further notice), the stop will be at the original location but on a “Temporary wooden platform”.

Routes Impacted: 2 South

Date and Time: Monday, July 31, 2023 @ 7:00am

Estimated Duration: until Thursday, August 11, 2023 @ 7:00am

Event Type: HuLRT

Agency: Mobilinx

Notes:

–             Stops will remain accessible;

–             No detours required.

Update: Road Closure at Mineola Road East and Hurontario Street – Monday July 31, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

By Hurontario LRT, Resources, Ward 1

What work is taking place?

Construction crews will be making the final watermain connection in this area. This will result in the temporary full closure of Mineola Road East at Hurontario Street on July 31, 2023. The work is scheduled to take place between the hours of 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. The roadway will be closed throughout this period and access for emergency vehicles will not be maintained. Emergency vehicles will use an alternate route as required and a paid duty police officer will be present to control traffic at the intersection during construction hours. Any temporary disruption to water service will be communicated in advance by a Region of Peel representative.

In accordance with City of Mississauga Noise By-Law Exemption requirements, this notice is meant to advise that residents near the work site can expect to hear noise and vibration caused by trucks, excavators, backhoes, and other construction equipment related to this work, so crews will be able to complete this work safely and efficiently.

MiWay Route 8 will be affected by the closure of Mineola Road East and there will not be transit service on Mineola Road/Atwater Avenue. Instead, the route will travel along Cawthra Road to Lakeshore Road. Visit www.miway.ca/updates for updates.

During this closure, motorists can access Mineola Road East from Hurontario Street using the detour map provided. 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

• Mineola Road East will be closed on:  July 31, 2023  Work hours are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Work could be rescheduled and delayed due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

TRAFFIC DETAILS

• Access to Mineola Road East will be maintained through a detour from Hurontario Street, Pinewood Trail, and Goldthorpe Road.

• Access for emergency vehicles will not be maintained at Mineola Road East and Hurontario Street.

• Watch for slow moving vehicles entering and exiting work areas.

• Remember to reduce your speed when approaching work zones.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

• Every effort will be made to minimize disruptions.

• Residents and businesses near the work site can expect to hear noise and vibration caused by trucks, excavators, loaders, triaxles, backhoes, and other construction equipment related to this work.

TRANSIT IMPACT DETAILS

• MiWay’s Route 8 will be on detour during this closure. Route 8 will not service Atwater Avenue and Mineola Road. Instead, the route will travel along Cawthra Rd. to Lakeshore Rd.

• Visit www.miway.ca/updates for updates.

PEDESTRIAN DETAILS

• Please take care when travelling near construction areas.

• 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.

Contact Us:
Call us: 416-202-7500
Write to us at: peel@metrolinx.com
Find us on Twitter @HMcCallionLine
Visit the website and sign up for our newsletter: www.metrolinx.com/hurontariolrt

UPDATE – PROGRAM IS FULL – Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Program – Get ahead of winter weather and apply for the Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Program

By Resources, Ward 1

WINDROW PROGRAM IS NOW SOLD OUT AND NO LONGER TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR 2023

 

Registration for the City of Mississauga’s Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Program is now open until Friday, December 1. The program supports Mississauga residents who are 65 years old and older as well as persons with physical disabilities.

A windrow is a pile of snow that is left at the end of a driveway after street snow-clearing operations are completed. Registered participants will get a three-metre space cleared in their driveway windrow so that a car can get in and out safely.

“Winter storms with heavier snowfall have become the new normal, making windrows an unpleasant but unavoidable part of winter in Mississauga and our neighbouring municipalities. We understand the challenges this creates for some residents, which is why we have expanded this popular program so that more residents can get the help they need this winter,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “We have more than doubled the number of spots in the program from 300 to 750. We’ve also opened registration early and extended the deadline. If you or someone you know has trouble clearing their driveway windrow and meets the program qualifications, I encourage you to consider applying.”

The Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Program runs from Friday, December 1, 2023 to Monday, March 11, 2024 and is available to 750 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost is $200 (non-refundable) for the season or free for those who meet financial assistance criteria.

“We are encouraging and asking those who are interested in this program to register as early as possible because winter weather is unpredictable,” said Helen Noehammer, Director, Works Operations and Maintenance. “When you apply for the program, we complete a site inspection of your driveway so that our crews are prepared to clear a space in the windrow properly and efficiently. Even though registration is open until December 1, any significant snow we get before then may not make it possible for our crews to complete the required driveway inspection. By applying early, we’re able to process your application and complete the necessary inspection so that we’re ready to clear your windrow when snow does arrive.”

Apply online or in person

You will need the following documents to apply:

  • A completed Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Application Form
  • Proof of residency in Mississauga (e.g. driver’s licence, recent utility bill or lease agreement)
  • If you are 65 years of age or older, you’ll need to provide proof of your age (e.g. birth certificate, driver’s licence or passport)
  • If you are 64 years of age or under, you’ll need to submit one of the following as proof of a physical disability:
  • If you’re applying for the free program, you’ll also need to provide documents that show the total net income or earnings for your household

For registration help, call 311 (or 905-615-4311 outside city limits).

For more information about the program, including program eligibility, financial assistance criteria and service levels, visit mississauga.ca/windrow.

Emancipation Day recognized in Mississauga – August 1st

By Events

Emancipation Day commemorates the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. It is observed on August 1 and is a day of reflection, education and engagement about the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination.

This year marks the 189th anniversary of Emancipation Day, when more than 800,000 enslaved Africans and their descendants in Canada, parts of the Caribbean, Africa and South America were freed on August 1, 1834.

You are invited to join the City of Mississauga as we acknowledge Canada’s painful history and address systemic racism and discrimination.

You can participate in honouring this important occasion by:

  • Attending the Pan-African flag raising (see details below)
  • Learning about the contributions and achievements of Black individuals in Canada through recommendations from the Mississauga Library’s specifically curated reading list.
  • Staying informed about the City’s ongoing commitment and actions to address systemic racism and racism including the Anti-Black and Indigenous Resolution 207 and the City’s first Black Community Engagement (BCE) Report.

To learn more about these and other activities, please visit the Emancipation Day webpage.

Emancipation Day flag raising

What:

The City of Mississauga will be raising the Pan-African flag to honour and mark this important day. As part of the event, Mayor Bonnie Crombie will share greetings along with members of the Black Caucus Alliance. In addition to the flag raising, the City Hall clock tower will be lit black, red and green the evening of August 1 in honour and recognition of Emancipation Day.

When:

Tuesday, August 1, 2023
4:30 p.m.

Where:

Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.
Ceremony to take place at the flag pole located on the west end of City Centre Dr.

Who:

Mayor Bonnie Crombie and Members of Council
Members of the Black Caucus Alliance

 

17th Annual Walk The Walk for The Compass

By Events, Ward 1
Saturday September 16th at 8:30am 

This is a fun community event to help raise funds to support our South Mississauga neighbours who are experiencing food insecurity and homelessness.

Event includes 3 routes to choose from – 1k, 5k, or 10k.

Start and end at Church of St. Mark – Lutheran 130 Mineola Rd East.

Complimentary BBQ, Kid Zone, music, games and more.

Podcast – In Hindsight

By Events, Food for thought

“In Hindsight” is a Weekly Series (Following the Model of Old-Fashioned Radio) on Different Personalities in 19th and 20th Century Canadian History. It is produced by the Ontario Historical Society featuring Professor Donald Smith.

Professor Smith is the author of Sacred Feathers as well as many other books regarding Indigenous history.

A number of episodes focus on Dr. Smith’s research of the history of the Mississaugas, taking you back to historic Mississauga to learn about Canada’s and Mississauga’s Indigenous history.

Click here to listen and subscribe.

SCHEDULED WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE – Tuesday, August 1st, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – 1046 & 1048 Roosevelt Rd     

By Resources, Ward 1

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time:         Tuesday, August 1st, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Location:                    1046 & 1048 Roosevelt Rd                                  

Addresses Affected:  1015-1080 Roosevelt Rd, 363 Lakeshore Rd E                          

Project #:                   C- 601855

Regional Inspector:  John Sedore

Telephone #               416-706-1114 Ext 3246/47

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, August 1st, 2023, from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 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.

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)

SCHEDULED WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE – Thursday, July 27th, 2023, from 10:00 p.m. to Friday, July 28, 2023, 1:00 a.m. – 15 Front St S   

By Resources, Ward 1

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time:         Thursday, July 27th, 2023, from 10:00 p.m. to Friday, July 28, 2023, 1:00 a.m.

Location:                    15 Front St S                                  

Addresses Affected:  10-42 Front St S

Project #:                   C- 603389

Regional Inspector:  John Sedore

Telephone #               416-706-1114 Ext 3246/47

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 Thursday, July 27th, 2023, from 10:00 p.m. to Friday, July 28, 2023, 1:00 a.m. 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.

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)