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Learn gardening basics at a “Spring Season Garden Planning” workshop

By Announcement, Food for thought

Register online to participate in a Homegrown Mississauga workshop to learn about garden preparation and setup.

March 20, 2025

Are you interested in getting into gardening this spring but you’re not sure where to start? The City, in partnership with Ecosource, will be hosting a series of Homegrown Mississauga gardening workshops throughout the growing season.

The first of the series is the “Spring Season Garden Planning” workshop, which will run in March, April and May. Attendees will learn the basics of garden planning (e.g. crop planning and building healthy soil) and how to grow their own fruits and vegetables (e.g. seed starting and transplanting). Subsequent seasonal workshops in the summer, fall and winter will cover topics such as tending to the garden, harvesting and preparing for colder weather.

These workshops support the Urban Agriculture Strategy, by teaching residents gardening skills, so that they can access healthy foods by growing them close to home. The workshops will be great for residents with limited or no gardening experience. Everyone is welcome. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The first workshop will include a presentation and a hands-on gardening activity involving soil, seeds and water so please dress appropriately.

What

An in-person workshop that will teach you the basics of starting a garden.

When and where

The same “Spring Season Garden Planning” workshop will run at four different locations and dates in March, April and May:

Cost

Free – online registration is required as space is limited.

March 20, 2025
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MiWay Five Plus: Shaping the Future of Transit

By Food for thought

MiWay Five Plus, the new transit service master plan, will include short-term (2026-2030) and medium-term (2031-2035) improvements for MiWay aimed at growing the system and improving connectivity to deliver a fast, efficient, and easy-to-use transit service.

The development of MiWay Five Plus includes:

  • Reviewing current transit services and infrastructure.
  • Gathering feedback and data to identify trends.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to deliver sustainable solutions for a more transit-friendly city.

Your input, collected through a survey from March 17 to 28, will play a key role in shaping MiWay Five Plus into a service plan that works for you.

Stay updated on the latest announcements and access the survey link when it becomes available by visiting the MiWay webpage.

March 11, 2025
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Fireworks By-law review

By Food for thought

The City is seeking your opinions on the use of fireworks in Mississauga. Currently, fireworks without permit can be used at home on private property from dusk until 11 p.m. on Lunar New Year, Victoria Day, Canada Day and Diwali, and until 1 a.m. on New Year’s Day. You must apply for a permit from the City to use fireworks in a public street or park, or at home on your private property on any day other than these designated holidays.

Until March 31, you can participate in an online survey to share your experiences and opinions regarding fireworks. Feedback will help shape recommendations for potential by-law changes.

For more information and to take the survey, visit yoursay.mississauga.ca/fireworks.

March 11, 2025
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Beware of False Claims

By Announcement, Food for thought, Issues
Did a business call and offer a rebate for basement flood prevention devices from the City? Be vigilant. This is a scam!
The City doesn’t call residents by phone to request the installation of basement flood prevention devices.
False claims by contractors

The City has no affiliations, agreements or other partnerships with any contractors installing sump pumps and other home equipment.

The City doesn’t contact residents to request the installation of basement flood prevention devices. Staff will not recommend contractors.

Protect yourself from fraud:

  • Ask for ID: City employees will provide identification
  • Call 311 to confirm your contractor has a Mississauga Business Licence
  • Get tips on Hiring a Contractor from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
March 5, 2025
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Choose Canada When you buy Canadian, you support your family, your community, and your country. Keep us strong, one product at a time.

By Announcement, Food for thought, Issues
In recent weeks, Canada has faced threats from the United States about placing tariffs on Canadian goods, with the United States announcing plans to implement a 25% tariff on all Canadian aluminium and steel products starting March 12, 2025. There are also ongoing discussions about the potential for additional tariffs to be implemented soon after.In response, Canadian governments at all levels, including the City of Mississauga, are encouraging everyone to come together and put Canada first. Buying Canadian where posssible and supporting local businesses keeps our country strong and united against these external threats.

Statement from Mayor Carolyn Parrish on U.S. Tariffs

How you can help

When you direct the money you already spend on food and supplies to Canadian products and businesses, you help build resilience in our community for adapting to an uncertain future.  

Wherever possible, choosing products made or produced in Canada, and sold by Canadians, supports your local and country-wide economy during these turbulent times and harmful tariffs.

  • Buy products with a Made in Canada or Product of Canada label 
  • Shop at local Canadian-owned businesses 
  • Get your supplies from Canadian suppliers 
  • Choose to vacation in Canada 

What the labels mean

According to Competition Bureau Canada:

  • Product of Canada: At least 98% of the product contains Canadian ingredients and materials 
  • Made in Canada: At least 51% of the product is made in Canada in our factories and businesses  

Invest in Mississauga, Ontario and Canada

February 14, 2025
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