Watch Councillor Dasko’s message – MACsquerade Glam Ball
MAC needs you to join the movement to make this a more appealing and creative city. The semiformal dinner and dance is hosted at Le Treport on Thursday November 30, 6 pm for the red carpet.
Dance to award winning Alessia Cohle band, network with political, business and arts leaders at the opening champagne reception. Enjoy jazz stylist Dionne Grant, as Shirley Wu makeup artists add dazzle to glam looks. Help celebrate local Arts Hero, Sybil Rampen, founder of Joshua Creek Heritage Arts Centre, this year’s recipient of the Arts for Mental Health Award.
For tickets and to learn more click here.
P.S. Your ticket is your exclusive access to our rejuvenated and enriched live and silent auctions where you can bid on more than 50 items, including a 5 star stay in Italy, up in the air adventures, dinners and more dinners, including one with the Mayor, deluxe village packages for Port Credit, Streetsville and Clarkson. Here’s the latest link to auction items we are adding to each day. https://www.mississaugaartscouncil.com/macsquerade-glam-ball-23-auction/
We hope to see you there. Please contact us today to reserve your table for 10 at The Ball!
Mississauga needs more housing options for families, older adults, students and others who want to live in low-rise neighbourhoods. On December 6, join City staff and housing industry experts for a virtual panel discussion and Q&A session. Learn more about the:
* Current state of housing in Canadian communities
* Role of gentle density in reviving neighbourhoods
* Work underway to bring more housing options to Mississauga neighbourhoods
City staff will also take feedback on a new project to remove barriers for semi-detached homes and houses on smaller lots. This is another way that the City can help make more housing available in low-rise neighbourhoods.
Meeting Details
When: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Where: Virtual session – register
Panelists: Karen Chapple, Director, School of Cities, University of Toronto
Matthew Rabba, Principal, Matthew Vincent Building Group
Can’t make the meeting? A recording of the presentations will be posted following the meeting. Learn more on the Increasing Housing Choices in Neighbourhoods engagement website.
For more information about all the actions the City is taking to help get housing built, read Growing Mississauga: An Action Plan for New Housing.
BRAMPTON, ON. (Nov. 15, 2023) – Regional Council discussions of Peel’s 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets begin tomorrow morning.
The meeting will commence with the Regional Budget Corporate Overview presentation at 9:30 a.m., followed by the presentation for Peel Regional Police.
On Nov. 23, the Regional Council budget meeting will continue with presentations for nine Regionally Controlled Services: Housing Support, Water and Wastewater, Transportation, Paramedics, Seniors Services, Public Health, Community Investment, Waste Management, and Early Years and Child Care. Visit the 2024 proposed budget pages for more information and to view videos for services.
On Nov. 30, the Regional Council budget meeting will continue with presentations for Regionally Financed External Organizations: Credit Valley Conservation, and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
The Regional Council Budget meeting(s) are open to the public and residents may attend. The meetings will also be live streamed on peelregion.ca.
The proposed 2024 Regional Operating and Capital Budgets is available at peelregion.ca/budget.
Mississauga residents are invited to participate in the annual citywide Budget Information Session where the City’s proposed 2024 Budget will be discussed.
The session will include insights from the Mayor, Members of Council and senior City leadership on the City’s budget priorities, programs and services. Residents will also have the opportunity to ask budget-related questions and participate in the discussion. The session will be held on Tuesday, November 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
The 2024 Budget focuses on investments in the City’s infrastructure, including transit, roads and emergency services. These investments are aimed at advancing public safety, continuing progress with climate change and implementing Vision Zero actions.
What
2024 Budget Information Session
When
Tuesday, November 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Register for the event
Who
Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie
Members of Council
Senior City leadership
Interested Mississauga residents
Where
Telephone or online
At random, select Mississauga residents will receive a phone call in advance of the session with an invitation to participate. They will receive a second phone call just before the session begins. The callout is to ensure as many residents as possible have an opportunity to participate. Anyone who gets a call and does not wish to participate can hang up.
If you don’t receive an advanced phone call, you can pre-register before Friday, November 24 to participate or ask questions in the citywide 2024 Budget Information Session.
Watch and listen to the session
For those interested in tuning in, the session will be live streamed to the City’s website where residents can watch the session. If you’d like to ask a question, please submit them online. The page will be live on Tuesday, November 28 at 6:55 a.m.
Budget Committee meetings
Budget Committee meetings are scheduled from November 27 to 29, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. and are open for the public to attend. The full schedule of meetings is available online at Council and Committees Calendar Listings.
Stay informed and get involved in the City’s 2024 Budget process by:
- Reading the proposed City’s 2024-2027 Business Plan & Budget
- Attending in person or watching a Budget Committee meeting via live stream
- Watching the 2024 Budget Update presentation
- Emailing a question or comment to budget@mississauga.ca or by calling 311
- Following the City’s budget conversations and posts on Facebook and X (formally Twitter)
- Visiting mississauga.ca/budget
The Port Credit West Village Partners Inc. (Brightwater) is interested in submitting an application for official plan amendment and rezoning for additional units within the existing approved density permissions (Gross Floor Area).
No additional gross floor area/density is being proposed as part of this application. The request may also include minor technical amendments to the approved zoning provisions.
A Community Meeting is being hosted by Councillor Stephen Dasko prior to Brightwater formally submitting a development application to allow Brightwater and the City to hear the thoughts of the local residents early in the process.
We have arranged a Community IN PERSON meeting on Thursday, November 16, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Port Credit Legion, Riverview Hall, 2nd floor, 35 Front Street North, Mississauga.
Should you have any questions prior to the scheduled meeting, please contact myself or David Ferro, Development Planner for this application at 905-615-3200 ext. 4554 or email at David Ferro at David.Ferro@mississauga.ca.
Join us as we kick off the Artisan Market from December 8-10, followed by the Culinary Market during the final weekend from December 15-17.
Be sure to attend opening night on December 8 from 7pm – 9pm and join us throughout the opening weekend for shopping the Artisan Market, live music, and of course, the unveiling of this year’s new art installations from established and emerging artists from across Ontario.
Dive into the fascinating “Life of a Tree” at 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM during our Festival of Trees event, presented with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority!
Discover the incredible contributions trees make to our world and uncover the secrets of their life cycle. Plus, become a tree-identification expert and get to know the remarkable keystone and unique species thriving right in your own neighbourhood.
Then, at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM, spread your wings and embark on a “Birdwatching 101” adventure, also hosted with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority!
From binocular basics to identifying different species, we’ve got your birding journey covered as we explore the stunning Lakeshore Park.
Don’t miss out on these engaging experiences!
Live Performances by Local Musicians
December 8-10 and December 15-17
Get ready to turn up the heat at the Festival of Trees this December! While the local musicians may not be adorning themselves with holiday lights, they’ll be lighting up the stage like a star on December 8-10 and 15-17.
Their performances will provide the perfect ambiance for the various artist installations that will elevate your festival experience to new heights, they are here to bring the fire to your winter wonderland.
Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in this electrifying experience during the most festive time of the year!
Mississauga Festival of Trees Art Installations
December 8-17, 2023
Experience the magic of the Festival of Trees like never before! Our captivating art installations are not just visual spectacles; they’re powerful community connectors.
This year’s collection of artistic wonders celebrates our shared heritage, diverse traditions, and the beauty of unity. What makes this experience even more special is that it’s open to the public throughout the week, allowing everyone to explore at their own pace.
As you wander through the enchanting forest of creativity, you’ll discover how these installations weave a tapestry of togetherness, making this festival a true reflection of our vibrant and connected community.
Join us in celebrating the art of connection at the Festival of Trees, where every display tells a story of our shared history, our dreams, and our future.
On November 11, the City of Mississauga will honour Canadian Armed Forces past and present with an outdoor ceremony at City Hall. City officials and dignitaries will gather at the outdoor Community Memorial at 10:30 a.m. to pay tribute to Canada’s veterans. Members of the public may attend the Remembrance Day ceremony in person or watch it online.
Canadian soldiers and veterans will be honoured with a moment of silence and the laying of wreaths.
What:
Remembrance Day ceremony at Mississauga City Hall
When:
Saturday, November 11, 2023
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where:
Mississauga City Hall, Outdoor Community Memorial
(Memorial located at northwest corner of Mississauga Celebration Square)
300 City Centre Dr., Mississauga
Watch virtually:
Those unable to attend the ceremony can watch the live stream online.
Interested media that wish to cover the ceremony are asked to RSVP to media@mississauga.ca by 3 p.m. on Friday, November 10.
Also on November 11, veterans can ride MiWay for free with one friend.
Veterans should wear items such as uniforms, medals or carry items that identify them to transit operators. As a sign of respect to Canadian veterans, all buses will stop for two minutes of silence at 11 a.m. on November 11.
Remembrance Day events in Mississauga
Royal Canadian Legion: Branch #82
The annual Remembrance Day parade will be held on Saturday, November 11. The parade will begin in front of Branch #82 Royal Canadian Legion at 35 Front St. in Port Credit at 9:30 a.m. and will march from the Legion Hall to Trinity Anglican Church on Stavebank Rd. for a church service. Following this, there will be a short service at 11 a.m. in front of the cenotaph that will include the laying of wreaths.
Royal Canadian Legion: Branch #139
The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. and the service conducted by the Streetsville Legion at 11 a.m. at the cenotaph in the Village Square. The service will include the laying of wreaths and a moment of silence.
Royal Canadian Legion: Branch #582
The parade will begin at 10 a.m. Attendees are asked to meet in the parking lot of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church at 719 Dundas St. E and the parade will lead to the cenotaph. The service will start at 10:30 a.m.
Additional information can be found on the City’s Remembrance Day webpage.
The Ward 1 Community Excellence Awards were a huge success and a wonderful celebration of just some of the amazing people and businesses we have in our Ward.
We celebrated at the Mississauga Senior’s Centre on Thursday October 26th and had a great turnout of nominees along with many of their family and friends.
Here are a few pictures from the evening:
Best Pizza – Pizza e Dolci
Best New Business – Carlo’s Bakery
Entrepreneur of the Year – Brad Baumgarten
Best Real Estate Agent – Jim Chu
Excellence in Customer Service – Zest for Living
Best Patio – The Crooked Cue
Best Restaurant – Ice N Spice
Artist of the Year, Music – Heather Christine
Artist of the Year, Dance – Colleen Snell – Frog in Hand
Artist of the Year, Visual Art – Stephen Uhraney
Environmental Stewardship – Jeanne McRight
Volunteer of the Year – Jeff McPhee
Lifetime Acheivement Award – Ron Duquette
All the 2023 Winners!
Congratulations again to all the nominees and our winners from 2023. We are already looking forward to next year!