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Covid-19

Call for Nominations: COVID Heroes Program Recognizes Remarkable People, Businesses and Groups in Mississauga

By Covid-19, Events, Issues, Ward 1

February 26, 2021

Not all heroes wear capes but many wear face masks. To honour Mississauga residents, community groups and businesses that have gone above and beyond in helping those in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Mississauga launched its COVID Heroes program today. A staff report recommending the recognition program was presented during the General Committee meeting on February 24. Final approval of the program will be received during the March 3 Council meeting. Read More

February 26, 2021
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COVID-19: Government of Ontario Announces Shutdown and Stay at Home Orders to Continue in Peel

By Covid-19, Events, Issues, Ward 1

February 19, 2021

The Government of Ontario announced the shutdown, stay at home orders and all existing public health and workplace safety measures be maintained for an additional two weeks in Peel. The shutdown measures and the Stay-at-Home order will continue to apply until at least Monday, March 8, 2021, based on key public health indicators and following consultation with the local medical officers of health. Read More

February 19, 2021
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City of Mississauga on Track to Support Local Cultural and Community Groups with up to $4 Million in Grant Funding

By Covid-19, Events, Issues, Resources, Ward 1

February 17, 2021

Cultural and Community groups throughout Mississauga will benefit from $4 million in grant funding as approved by Mississauga City Council today. Seventy-five groups, including 12 groups previously approved for multi-year funding, were recommended in a staff report to receive financial support from the City for 2021. Funding will be adjusted for events that are cancelled or adapted to virtual or modified in-person events due to COVID-19 restrictions. Read More

February 17, 2021
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Mississauga Submits Recommendations for the 2021 Federal and Provincial Pre-Budget Consultations

By Covid-19, Events, Issues, Resources, Ward 1

February 10, 2020

Today, General Committee endorsed the recommendations the City of Mississauga will submit for consideration during the 2021 federal and provincial pre-budget consultations. These recommendations are designed to help Mississauga manage the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, encourage new revenue tools and deliver important infrastructure and city-building projects that build strong and resilient communities. Read More

February 10, 2021
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Council Outcomes January 20, 2021: COVID-19 Response, Paid Sick Leave for Workers, A Green and Inclusive Economic Recovery and Small Business Safe Reopening

By Covid-19, Events, Issues, Resources, Ward 1

January 20, 2021

At today’s Council meeting, Mississauga City Council discussed efforts in response to the impacts of COVID-19 and approved motions regarding a green and inclusive economic recovery, paid sick leave for workers and small business safe reopening. Community Services staff presented an update on the Burnhamthorpe Community Centre Renovation Project. Read More

January 20, 2021
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Peel’s Community Mass Vaccination Plan is underway

By Covid-19, Events, Issues, Resources

Taking a partnership approach to deliver vaccinations safely, widely and quickly to as many residents as possible who can and want to be vaccinated.

The Region of Peel, together with health system and community partners, is ramping up its preparation for a mass roll-out of COVID-19 vaccinations in Peel. A framework for the Peel’s Community Mass Vaccination Plan, presented at Regional Council today, provides high-level details on how the vaccine will be administered to Peel residents in the coming months. Read More

January 14, 2021
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