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Celebrate Pride Month – June 2023

By Events

Pride Month is an opportunity to celebrate and uplift the 2SLGBTQ+ community, while recognizing the progress made towards equal treatment and human rights.

The City of Mississauga is committed to fostering an open, inclusive and equitable environment for all. Throughout Pride Month, we stand in solidarity with our 2SLGBTQ+ community members, and reaffirm our commitment to these values.

We will be celebrating our 2SLGBTQ+ community in June. You can participate in Pride Month festivities in the following ways:

By attending a Pride event in-person or virtually
By checking out a book from the library to learn more about the 2SLGBTQ+ community

Events in the City This Month

Lighting the clock tower

June 01, 2023 | Evening | Celebration Square

To recognize this important month, the Civic Centre clock tower will be lit with a rainbow of colours on June 1 and all other evenings in June when another cause isn’t scheduled to be recognized.

Progress Pride flag raising event

June 03, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. | Celebration Square

The City will raise the Progress Pride Flag at Mississauga Celebration Square (MCS) with Rainbow Sauga Alliance to honour Pride Month and our 2SLGBTQ+ community. Video greetings from Mayor Bonnie Crombie will be shared and Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services will participate by showcasing this year’s colourful Pride fire truck. Members of the public are invited to take part in this event.

Pride park benches

The City is proud to display rainbow-coloured Pride benches in select parks. The community can view these at Port Credit Memorial Park and Scholars’ Green, located next to Sheridan College’s Hazel McCallion Campus.

For full slate of events and more information, visit the website.

May 26, 2023
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ACER is launching our Seniors Measure Up program this spring for 2023-24

By Announcement, Parks

New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) “Seniors Measure Up !”

 

This program provides opportunities to improve seniors’ health and well-being.

The ACER Seniors Measure UP program will include local hands-on learning activities outdoors and indoor digital learning experiences.

Outdoors: seniors can become mentors and tree stewards in their local parks and learn to understand and report on tree health and growth over 3 seasons.

Indoors: the winter opportunities will be through remote learning and join in topics chosen together.

 

June 17 will be the first day in the field – please email for more details on how to volunteer.

 

Education and training to track the success of tree species is the key to all of ACER programs. www.acer-acre.ca

To learn more about this ACER program contact by email:  acerseniors@gmail.com

 

May 25, 2023
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The Grown in Peel Local Food Guide is back

By Food for thought

The Grown in Peel Local Food Guide is now available online by visiting www.GrowninPeel.ca. The guide features locally grown products like fruits, vegetables, honey, meats, eggs, nursery stock items and beverages in Peel and shows when they are in season or available year-round. The guide also features many farm and farmers’ market listings through an easy-to-read online map.

The map displays information on the farms and farmers’ markets including available products, contact information, hours of operation, special events, activities, and much more! Peel residents can also find out when farms and farmers’ markets are open during the year.

“Please see this year’s Grown in Peel guide to find farm fresh products and activities that your family will enjoy”, says Gary Mountain, Chair, Peel Agricultural Advisory Working Group. “The Region of Peel is committed to making it easy for Peel residents to find fresh and flavourful locally grown fruits and vegetables. Please visit the online guide to find many healthy, delicious seasonal products and a variety of ways to enjoy a family outing at one of Peel’s farms or farmers’ markets.”

May 23, 2023
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You’re Invited to Come Celebrate National Public Works Week In Mississauga!

By Events

The City of Mississauga’s public works professionals play an essential role in keeping us safe by building and maintaining the infrastructure, facilities and services we use and rely on everyday including roads, sidewalks, bike lanes, transit stops and stormwater infrastructure.

n Saturday, May 27, the City is celebrating these professionals and recognizing the important work they do with the return of its National Public Works Week Family Fun Day – and you’re invited!As part of National Public Works Week (May 21-27, 2023), Family Fun Day provides you with an opportunity to meet City staff and learn more about their work through a variety of interactive family-friendly activities. Get up close to the equipment and trucks and join in on fun, educational activities.

What:
National Public Works Week Family Fun Day event

Event activities include:

  • Truck and equipment displays (e.g. snow plow, MiWay bus, front-end loader)
  • Interactive exhibits with fun and educational activities
  • Bouncy castle
  • BBQ in support of United Way

Where: 
Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga

When:
Saturday, May 27, 2023
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost:
This event is free to attend. Registration is not required.

Consider leaving your car at home and taking MiWay. Plan your trip using our Trip Planner.

About Public Works in the City of Mississauga:

The City maintains 5,700 lane kilometres of roads, 2,420 kilometres of sidewalks, 51,000 catch basins, one thousand pedestrian crossings, more than three thousand bus stops as well as multi-use trails and cycling infrastructure. Throughout the year, the City also repairs potholes and roadway damage including residential streets and bike lanes, inspects and repairs sidewalks and sweeps streets.

For more information about public works in the City, visit mississauga.ca/services-and-programs/transportation-and-streets/.

 Photos taken from the City’s last National Public Works Week Family Fun Day event in 2019 at Mississauga Celebration Square
May 23, 2023
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Temporary Road Closure of Mineola Road West and East – West Closure: Saturday June 3, 2023. East Closure: Sunday June 4, 2023.

By Hurontario LRT, Ward 1

The LRT contractor is installing water utilities at the intersection of Mineola Road West/Mineola Road East and Hurontario Street.  The works will be done in stages as follows:

Mineola Road West Closure at Hurontario Street:

  • On Saturday June 3rd, Mineola Road West at Hurontario Street will be closed with a local detour provided for residents to access Mineola Road West using Indian Valley Trail and Glenburnie Road.  Works will occur between 7 am and 10 pm
  • During the closure, motorists (including Emergency Services) will not be able to travel west on Mineola Road West or to access Hurontario Street from Mineola Road West on Saturday June 3rd, 2023.
  • Pedestrian access will be maintained on Mineola Road West but motorists will be required to detour to/from the area using Indian Valley Trail and Glenburnie Road

Mineola Road East Closure at Hurontario Street:

  • On Sunday June 4th, Mineola Road East at Hurontario Street will be closed with a local detour provided for residents to access Mineola Road East using Pinewood Trail and Goldthorpe Road
  • During the closure, motorists (including Emergency Services) will not be able to travel east on Mineola Road East or to access Hurontario Street from Mineola Road East on Sunday June 4th, 2023.
  • Pedestrian access will be maintained on Mineola Road East but motorists will be required to detour to/from the area using Goldthorpe Road and Pinewood Trail.

Traffic flow will be maintained along Hurontario Street at all times.

Variable Message Signs have been installed advising motorists of the planned closures and a public notice has been delivered to the area advising of the upcoming temporary road closure (below).

Please note that the LRT constructor has been approved to work between 7 am and 10 pm on Saturday and Sunday June 3 and 4th, to reduce the overall duration of the Mineola Road West and East closures.

 

What work is taking place?

As utility upgrades progress in the area, crews will be connecting the newly installed watermain infrastructure along the west and east side of Hurontario Street at Mineola Road. The working hours will take place on Saturday June 3 and Sunday June 4 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. This work will occur in two phases. The first phase will involve the full closure of Mineola Road on the west side of Hurontario Street to complete the new watermain connection there. The second phase will involve the full closure of Mineola Road on the east side of Hurontario Street, once the west side reopens, to complete the new watermain connection there. Work is being scheduled at this time to minimize traffic and overnight noise impacts to nearby residents.

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, loaders, and other construction equipment related to this work.

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

TIMING

• Work is scheduled on the west side of Hurontario Street at Mineola Road West for Saturday June 3, 2023, from 7 am to 10 pm.

• Work is scheduled on the east side of Hurontario Street at Mineola Road East for Saturday June 4, 2023, from 7 am to 10 pm.

• Both sides of Mineola Road will not be closed at the same time

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

TRAFFIC DETAILS

• Temporary lane reductions will be required on Hurontario Street.

• Access to Mineola Road West from Hurontario Street will be available from Indian Valley Trail and Glenburnie Road.

• Access to Mineola Road East from Hurontario Street will be available from Pinewood Trail and Goldthorpe Road.

• Access to emergency services will not be maintained for each closure. A paid duty police officer will be present during working hours to help control traffic flows at the intersection.

• Traffic delays are expected.

• 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.

• 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 DETAILS

• MiWay will continue to operate with regular service.

• Watch for additional signs directing passengers at bus stops as boarding areas may be relocated.

• Visit www.miway.ca/updates for updates on your bus route.

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.

Write to us at: peel@metrolinx.com
Find us on Twitter @HurontarioLRT
Visit the website and sign up for our newsletter: www.metrolinx.com/hurontariolrt

May 23, 2023
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Lakeview Discovery Centre Artist-In-Residence Series – Final Community Art Workshop May 31, 4-7 pm

By Events, Ward 1

Please join the final community art workshop at Lakeview Village, Mississauga that is part of The Discovery Centre Artist-In-Residence Series, on May 31st (4pm-7pm), in partnership with Artscape Atelier.

This workshop is led by an Indigenous artists Pandora Wilhelm, who will be sharing her knowledge and creating language puzzles with participants to celebrate the many diverse languages spoken by families in the community. This workshop is geared to families (children recommended age 12 and younger) with their adult caregivers.

Eventbrite link for signing up: https://bit.ly/4369ii4

Instagram: HERE

Facebook: HERE

May 23, 2023
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Public Meeting – Planning and Development Committee – 1407 Lakeshore Road East, north of Lakeshore Road East, east of Cherriebell Road

By Planning & Development, Ward 1

In Person and Virtual Public Meeting
RECOMMENDATION REPORT NOTICE

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

The applicant is proposing to change the official plan and zoning to permit a 9 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: May 18, 2023

May 23, 2023
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Mississauga Begins Another Busy Construction Season

By Resources

The City of Mississauga’s construction season is underway with important projects to repair, maintain and expand Mississauga’s transportation and stormwater infrastructure. This work will help reduce the risk of flooding and keep residents moving safely on roads, sidewalks, multi-use trails and cycling infrastructure. This year, there are 21 new projects with an estimated budget of $136.4 million and five projects continuing from 2022.

“As Mississauga continues to grow and mature, ongoing investments in our infrastructure are essential to keeping you moving safely and efficiently through the city and protecting homes and businesses from intense rainfall and flooding,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “I want to thank residents for their patience as this essential work is completed. A big thank you to the City staff and crews who ensure this work is done with minimal disruption to residents and businesses.”

Construction projects within the City’s Roads and Stormwater Capital Programs include road resurfacing, sidewalk and multi-use trail construction and bridge repairs. Construction projects also include erosion control work along creeks, dredging and maintenance of stormwater management ponds and facilities as well as maintaining the City’s stormwater infrastructure.

“Our 2022 construction season delivered concrete results and this year will be no different. Our main priorities, especially on our roadways, is the safety of the travelling public, limiting delays and ensuring residents can move as they choose, whether its by foot, bike, transit, mobility device or vehicle,” said Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works. “One of our major projects will be taking place along The Collegeway, from Winston Churchill Boulevard to Mississauga Road. This project will include pavement rehabilitation, intersection improvements, new traffic signals and street lights, repairs to curbs, sidewalks and catch basins as well as the installation of cycle tracks from Winston Churchill Boulevard to South Millway.”

Residents can use the online construction map to find out what kind of construction projects are happening in their neighbourhood or along their commute, as well as who to contact if they have any questions. The construction map also provides information about City parks projects and projects from the Region of Peel, Ministry of Transportation and Alectra.

The City’s Field Ambassador Program is another way that Mississauga residents and business owners can stay informed about the work being done. Those who want to learn more about construction happening along their street can connect with the Field Ambassador to have their questions answered and prepare for any potential disruptions.

Construction Continues on Metrolinx’s Hurontario Light Rail Transit (HuLRT) Project
Residents and commuters will also continue to see major construction continuing on the Hurontario corridor between the Port Credit GO Station and Highway 407. For the latest updates, visit metrolinx.com/hazelmccallionline.

Controlling Pests on Construction Sites
The City will continue to effectively control pests through its Construction Pest Control Program. All construction projects will be assessed on a project-by-project basis to ensure the necessary pest control measures are implemented. The City’s program aligns with the Region of Peel’s Rat Control Subsidy Pilot Program, which has been extended to help residents with managing rat issues around the outside of their homes.

Ongoing Spring Maintenance
Ongoing spring maintenance and cleanup also continues to maintain the City’s 5,700 kilometres of roads, including filling potholes, sweeping streets, repairing sidewalks and sod damaged by winter operations and clearing litter and debris.

With all of this ongoing work, residents are reminded to be cautious when travelling near construction sites, adhere to all site signs and barricades and to please be respectful and give crews space as they work.

For more information:

  • Call 311 (905-615-4311 if outside city limits) for general inquiries about construction in Mississauga.
  • For questions specific to construction work happening on your street, connect with the City’s Field Ambassador by email at Capital.FieldAmbassador@mississauga.ca.
  • Visit mississauga.ca/construction to access the construction map and learn more about Mississauga construction projects.
  • Follow the Hurontario LRT Facebook and Twitter accounts for construction updates.

More information about the construction projects planned for 2023.

 

May 19, 2023
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