The Walk for Alzheimer’s is one month away, our members, care-partners and community sponsors will be coming together to participate in the Walk for Alzheimer’s in support of our programs and services, and we would like to cordially invite you to attend.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday June 1st
Location: Lakefront Promenade Park
Time: Walk Starts at 9:00 am
Breakfast: 9:30-10:30 am
Event End Time: 10:45 am
Event Day Highlights
- 350 to 400 Participants
- Free breakfast provided by Milestones
- IG Photobooth
- Free T-Shirt
Event Day Promotion
Danielle Farrell | Public Education Coordinator
Alzheimer Society Peel | 385 Brunel Road | Mississauga, ON | L4Z 1Z5
289-632-2273 ext. 301 Cell 647-473-2511 | Fax: 905-507-1991
d.farrell@alzheimerpeel.com | www.alzheimerpeel.com
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Current water levels along the Lake Ontario shoreline are high and are nearing the levels set in 2017, when extreme conditions caused significant damage along the lakeshore in Mississauga. Levels in Lake Ontario are higher than usual due to higher than usual intake from Lake Erie and restriction of water outflow at the Moses-Saunders Power Dam. Staff are regularly patrolling the City of Mississauga shoreline and report some flooding along the waterfront specifically at:
- Jack Darling Park (public access closed where the water has washed over pathways)
- C. Saddington Park
- Marina Park (public access closed where the water has washed over pathways)
- Public access closed at pedestrian underpass at Lakeshore Road
- Lawrence (public access closed where the water has washed over pathways)
High water is expected to continue along the waterfront for some time and peak over the next month before slowly receding. I have attached some pictures of current conditions for your consideration.
- Photo 1-St Lawrence.jpg
- Photo 2-JC Saddington.jpg
- Photo 3-Marina Park.jpg
- Photo 4 – Jack Darling.jpg
The current weather forecast indicates that rain will continue to fall today and continue until Friday with forecasted accumulation of 40 mm of precipitation by the end of the week. In addition, we are currently experiencing high gusts of easterly winds, which directly affect wave action into the shoreline. The Works Operations and Maintenance Incident Management Team has been activated and will be meeting again this afternoon to report on conditions. I will provide another update following this meeting.
Mitigation Strategies
- City staff are on stand-by and monitoring high risk flood areas.
- Dewatering pumps within the Lisgar district were set up as per the High Water Protocol.
- 1,000 sand bags are ready for use, if required.
- Crews are standing by to clear debris on affected park pathways once waves recede in preparation for the Mississauga Marathon this weekend.
The City of Mississauga has received a Lake Ontario Flood Watch from the Credit Valley Conservation (CVC). Water safety messaging is in place on the City’s website.
Should you require additional information or assistance, please contact me………….
Stephen
It’s that time of the year, when we celebrate all things youth. May 1 to 7 is National Youth Week and the City of Mississauga will be joining celebrations across the country with a focus on youth-led activities.
There are free activities happening all week targeting youth aged 12 to 18 years-old. Check out a spring cooking class, learn archery, try out yoga or take part in a giant game of Connect Four or Jenga. Many activities are organized by youth for youth. Follow on social media using the hashtag #NYW905.
Highlights of National Youth Week Activities:
The Amazing Library Race – Saturday, May 4, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- At each library location, students will complete skill-testing challenges
- Participants will travel on MiWay to visit as many of the City’s 18 library locations as possible between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- Points will be awarded for completing the challenges. Bonus points will be awarded for distance travelled and completion of more difficult tasks
- The grand finale is at the Central Library at 3 p.m., participants can gain extra points for their knowledge of Mississauga
- Snacks will be provided at the final stop at the Central Library
- Youth can register for free in person at any City library
Battle of the Centres Basketball Tournament – Sunday, May 5, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Full-day tournament held at University of Toronto Mississauga Campus in the Recreation Athletics & Wellness Building located at 1825 Outer Circle [map]
- Each Community Centre will send a team of 12 novice and advanced players who participate in the City’s Sauga At Play after-school drop-in program
- Showcasing talented youth who participate in the City’s Sauga At Play after-school drop-in program
- The tournament will be round robin style with an “all-star” experience complete with a live local disc-jockey, ping pong tables, games, refreshments
Temporary Public Art: Mural Unveiling – Tuesday, May 7, 4 – 6 p.m.
- Held at the Sculpture Court Skate Park, Civic Centre, located at the southwest corner of Duke of York Boulevard and Princess Royal Drive [map]
- Nine emerging Mississauga artists will work alongside Canadian artist-athlete, Mango Peeler to unveil a series of new murals inspired by the poetry of Mississauga’s Youth Poet Laureate, Pujita Verma
- A collaboration between the City’s Culture and Recreation Division, there will be a mash-up of youth music, visual arts, poetry and athletics
- Skateboard while listening to live music and poetry readings, and meet some of Mississauga’s up and coming artists
Check out the full list of events during National Youth Week by visiting here.
This Wednesday, April 24 at the Council meeting, (9:00 a.m.) the issue of Planning and Development Committee Structure and Scheduling will be discussed.
The Recommendation from the Staff report dated April 1, 2019 to the Mayor and Members of Council reads as follows:
Recommendation:
That Planning and Development Committee continue to be scheduled at 1:30 p.m., with an option for a 7:00 p.m. session being scheduled for those matters that have generated significant public interest and/or concern, subject to consultation with the Ward Councillor and the Chair of the Planning and Development Committee.
If you would like to come to this meeting and speak before Council, or send me an email I will read it on your behalf, please let me know as soon as possible.
Many thanks
Stephen
905-896-5100
https://www.facebook.com/stephen.dasko
Twitter: @DaskoWard1
“Our Community is our Home”
Each year, Moyo Health & Community Services (formerly Peel HIV/AIDS Network) hosts a gathering of leaders and community builders to recognize the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia (IDAHOT). This is taking place at Red Rose Convention Centre on Friday, May 17th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. …
The theme of this year’s breakfast is, We Belong: Justice for All. Building on the tremendous success of last year’s they will discuss the day’s significance in our communities with the aim of generating forward momentum in challenging homophobia, transphobia, biphobia, and other barriers to inclusion in corporate, political, social, cultural, religious, and recreational spheres. More details about the event are available at https://www.webelonginpeel.com/.
The Mississauga Children’s Choir will be celebrating their 40th season starting in September. They have an incredible year planning including performances with the MSO and notable Mississauga musicians. They also have a 40th Concert scheduled for June 2020 at the Living Arts Centre. It promises to be our strongest season yet and an incredible opportunity for children in Mississauga.
For more information please visit their site: mississaugachildrenschoir.com
Come out and join me to help clean up our shoreline at Port Credit Memorial Park. Everyone is meeting at the Port Credit Library where you will be supplied with bags and gloves. Please wear proper footwear and clothing. Light refreshments will be available.
Hope to see you there!
Stephen
The event page link is as follows:
NOTICE OF
COMMUNITY MEETING
LOCATION CHANGE
TREE REMOVAL & INSULATOR REPLACEMENT
April 2019
In order to provide a continued supply of safe and reliable power, Hydro One will be conducting insulator replacement and vegetation maintenance on the electricity transmission corridor from Manby Transmission Station (TS) to Oakville TS (project details and map on reverse). In an effort to replace insulators that have reached their end-of-life on a number of towers, Hydro One forestry crews will be required to remove trees and brush along this high voltage corridor to ensure safe clearances and ready access to our transmission lines and towers. In addition, forestry crews will also be conducting scheduled vegetation maintenance for the corridor this year.
To learn more about our planned work and talk with our project team, join us at one of our drop-in style Community Information Centres Please note that the location of Community Drop-In Session #1 has been changed to better accommodate your community.
Community Drop-In Session #1
NEW LOCATION
Tuesday, April 9th, 2019
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Port Credit Legion
Upstairs Roundroom 35 Front St N, Mississauga
Community Drop-In Session #2
Wednesday, April 10th, 2019
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Mississauga Valley Community Centre
Room 3
1275 Mississauga Valley Boulevard Mississauga
Project Information:
What is an insulator? Transmission line insulators mechanically support and electrically isolate the energized wires from the structure, and prevent short circuits to the ground.
What is vegetation maintenance? In order to maintain safe clearances from our transmission lines and electrical infrastructure, Hydro One Forestry crews will:
remove incompatible* trees and shrubs from under and near the power lines ;
clear tower bases for safe and ready access to conduct critical insulator replacement; and
apply government approved herbicide directly to cut stems to prevent regrowth. This is not a broad-spray application.
*Incompatible refers to any type of vegetation that in its lifetime, could grow into or interfere with electrical equipment.
Hydro One Forestry crews will complete this work manually with equipment like chainsaws and pruners. Support vehicles such as bucket trucks and chippers will be used where necessary.You can also expect to see construction crews and large equipment on the corridor to complete the insulator replacement.
If work is required on your property, a Hydro One Forestry representative will contact you in advance to discuss what is required. -30-