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Dec 14 2020
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MiWay Routes Going to New Kipling Bus Terminal Starting January 4

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December 14, 2020

Starting Monday, January 4, 2021, MiWay will begin offering services at the new Kipling Bus Terminal, part of the Kipling Transit Hub. The new Kipling Bus Terminal, located at Dundas Street and Subway Crescent in Toronto, connects MiWay (express and local) to the Toronto Transit Commission (subway and bus) and the Government of Ontario’s GO Transit (train and bus) under one transit hub, creating easy and convenient access for commuters. All MiWay routes that previously ended at Islington Station will end at the new Kipling Bus Terminal, which was constructed by Metrolinx. With this change, 10 MiWay routes will no longer service TTC Islington Station.

“This investment is significant and builds important connections to and from Mississauga, offering additional transit options to commuters and expanding Mississauga’s transit network,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “This project not only responds to growing traffic congestion, it also supports the economic growth and prosperity of Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA). Thank you to the teams at Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation, Metrolinx and the City of Mississauga for working together and seeing this project to completion. This is a big step forward in building, connecting and delivering a world-class transit system to commuters in the GTHA.”

Route 26 Burnhamthorpe will service Islington Station via on-street stops (eastbound and westbound) before ending at the new Kipling Bus Terminal.

“Mississauga’s transit system has been servicing Islington Station for almost 40 years. It has played an important role in connecting commuters to Mississauga and Toronto,” said Geoff Marinoff, Director, Transit. “With strategic investments being made to regional transit networks, and with provincial funding being made available to support the new Kipling Bus Terminal, commuters will more seamlessly be able to travel throughout the GTHA. This integration allows MiWay to connect commuters to multiple transit options while delivering safe, reliable and comfortable service to reach their destinations. It also improves connectivity, accessibility and other services to enhance the commuting experience and reduce wait times between transit connections.”

At the Kipling Transit Hub, the new bus terminal is located on the west side of the TTC Kipling Subway and Bus Station. Some of the terminal features include:

  • An accessible terminal building with washroom facilities and seating areas
  • Real-time departure screens at each of the 10 MiWay bus stop platforms
  • PRESTO payment devices available for card loading
  • Underground pedestrian tunnel that connects the new MiWay bus terminal and the existing TTC station (completion in early 2021)
  • A pedestrian bridge over the train tracks, complete with elevators, to connect the new bus terminal to the GO train platform

Substantial completion of construction is scheduled for January 2021.

For more information about the new Kipling Bus Terminal, service and route changes and transit connections, visit miway.ca/kipling.

 

Dec 11 2020
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Region of Peel and the Province of Ontario partner to address human sex trafficking in Peel 

By Events, Issues, Resources

December 11, 2020

The Province of Ontario announced $3.1M in funding for the Region of Peel to support an integrated services hub for victims, survivors and individuals at-risk of human sex trafficking. The Region of Peel is currently implementing a three-year Strategy to Address Human Sex Trafficking. This pilot strategy was endorsed by Peel Regional Council in 2018 and provides $1.8 million per year for services for victims, survivors and those at-risk of human sex trafficking.

Human sex trafficking impacts the lives of large numbers of individuals, primarily women, with many victims facing long-lasting effects of trauma. The average age of victims is 12 to 24 years old, and Ontario accounts for more than 70% of reported cases in Canada. In addition, 62% of Canadian human trafficking cases originate in the GTA, in part due to access to major highways and an international airport.

The Region is working with all levels of Government to combat human trafficking in all its forms. The Region is addressing the issue through awareness, as well as supports, operating an emergency safe house and transitional house for victims. Peel’s strategy aligns with the Province of Ontario’s anti-human trafficking strategy 2020-2025.

This funding will support Catholic Family Services of Peel-Dufferin with the integrated services hub for children and youth (aged 12 and up) providing on-site health care, trauma counselling, addictions support, legal aid, education and employment services.

The framework addresses human sex trafficking through:

  • Prevention  – To increase awareness via learning modules and training for Regional frontline staff
  • Intervention – Coordinated support to bring services to victims. Core services include trauma counselling, health care, client and system navigation, case management and outreach.  In-kind complementary services include life and job skills, legal support and education
  • Exits – A dedicated safe house and transitional house for victims and survivors

This approach allows us to support victims, survivors and those at-risk of human sex trafficking, bridge the gap in services and provide safe housing and dedicated services.

The Region collaborates with Peel Regional Police, community partners and many organizations across Peel and the Greater Toronto Area to address human trafficking and reduce victimization. For more information on the Peel Human Trafficking Service Providers Committee, the Peel Anti-Human Sex Trafficking task force or to see the Region’s full strategy, please visit https://www.peelregion.ca/human-sex-trafficking/.

If you’re a victim or survivor of human sex trafficking or forced labour, or you know someone who is, contact the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-833-900-1010.

About the Region of Peel 

The Region of Peel works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 175,000 businesses in the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the Town of Caledon. Peel’s services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca and follow us on Twitter @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.

Dec 10 2020
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Region of Peel’s Proposed Development Charges By-law Approved

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December 10, 2020

Today, Regional Council approved the 2020 Development Charge (DC) By-law and Background Study.

The new by-law includes the DC rates and policies to be applied across the Region to help pay for the infrastructure required to support population and employment growth. The new DC By-law comes into effect on January 22, 2021 and replaces the current DC By-law prior to its expiry on January 24, 2021.

The 2020 DC By-law supports Regional objectives around financial risk management and continues to support the principal that growth pays for growth.

“The Region remains committed to working with the development community, as well as local municipal partners in developing policies that support Regional objectives of planning and managing growth while promoting financial sustainability.” – Stephen VanOfwegen, Chief Financial Officer and Commissioner of Finance, Region of Peel

Quick Facts/Additional Resources

  • DCs assist in funding capital projects required to meet the increased need for services resulting from population and employment growth and development.
  • The Draft 2020 DC Background Study and Proposed DC By-law were released to the public on September 18, 2020.
  • A statutory public meeting was held on October 8, 2020 as a part of the DC By-law review consultation process.
  • The feedback received from the public and the development community has been carefully considered in the preparation of the final 2020 DC By-law.
  • More information can be found at, peelregion.ca/finance/development-charges.asp

About the Region of Peel

The Region of Peel works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 175,000 businesses in the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the Town of Caledon. Peel’s services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca and follow us on Twitter @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.

Dec 10 2020
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Holiday Season Service and Delivery in Peel Region

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December 10, 2020

Region of Peel offices and non-emergency services will be closed for the holidays from Friday, Dec. 25, 2020 to Friday, Jan. 1, 2021.

As the Region of Peel continues to support efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19, certain regional facilities and services remain affected until further notice. The holiday season needs to be different this year – make new traditions. Peel’s case counts and test positivity rates remain high. We must stop the spread of the virus by staying at home as much as possible. For family and friends who live outside your home, take photos and arrange virtual calls to stay connected during this festive time and maintain physical distance. Only socialize with your immediate household and essential supports.

Waste Collection

There will be no change to your waste collection schedule due to the upcoming holiday season. Check your collection calendar to know your Exemption dates for December and January.

Community Recycling Centre (CRC) closures
All CRCs will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on December 24 and December 31. All CRCs will be closed December 25-26 and January 1. The CRCs will be open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. from December 27-30, 2020. Check peelregion.ca/waste for CRC locations and hours.

For Covid-19 service restrictions check:  https://www.peelregion.ca/coronavirus/affected-services.asp#waste

List of affected services:

  Service area Services not available Services resume  
  Access Peel desks

10 Peel Centre Dr., Brampton
Open Dec. 24, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. by appointment

 

7120 Hurontario St., Mississauga
Open Dec. 24, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., by appointment

 

7 Wellington St. (PAMA), Brampton
Open Dec. 24, 29, 30, 31, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., by appointment

 

  

December 28, 29, 30, 31

 

 

 

 

December 28, 29, 30, 31

December 28

 January 4

 

January 4

 

January 4

  
  Children’s Services Operations December 25 –
January 1		 January 4  
Baby Feeding Support Clinics (Brampton, Meadowvale, Fairview)            Closed due to COVID-19
           
  Dental Services at Peel Public Health Clinics   Closed due to COVID-19    
  Family Health Call Centre December 25-27
January 1-3		 December 21-24
December 28-31
January 4		  
  Dental Services Contact Centre December 25-27
January 1-3		 December 21-24
December 28-31
January 4		  
  Healthy Sexuality Clinic
(Fairview)		 December 25, 28 and January 1 January 4  
  Healthy Sexuality Clinics (Meadowvale, Malton,
Brampton)		 Closed due to COVID-19    
  Peel Living December 25 January 4  
  Needle Exchange Program –
Mobile Van		 December 25, 28
January 1		 December 24, 26, 29, 30, 31  

 

The Peel Works Needle Exchange Program (PWNEP) harm reduction supplies are available during regular operating hours at the Fairview clinic at 325 Central Parkway West, Mississauga. For more information, call or text the mobile van, at 647-255-1623.

Healthy Sexuality Clinic services are by appointment only at the Fairview clinic at 325 Central Parkway West, Mississauga. No appointment is needed for birth control pick up or harm reduction supply pick up.

For more information on Public Health Services and Clinics, visit https://peelregion.ca/public-health/.

Human Services

Human Services Reception and Employment Resource Centers will be closed for regular business as of 12:00 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 24th and will reopen on 8:30 a.m. Mon., Jan. 4th, 2021.

Peel Access to Housing and Rent Supplement offices will be closed at 4:30pm on Thursday Dec. 24th and reopen on Monday, Jan. 4, 2021 However; applications will only be taken until 12:00 pm on Thursday, Dec. 24th, 2020. Clients can complete and submit applications online during the closure.

TransHelp

All trips for December 25, 26 and 27 must be booked by 6 p.m. on December 24.
All trips for January 1 and 2 must be booked by 6 p.m. on December 31.

On December 25 (Christmas Day), December 26 (Boxing Day) and January 1, 2020 (New Year’s Day) TransHelp will operate from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m.

The TransHelp office will be closed and unable to process applications, payments or feedback between December 25 and January 1.

The contact centre will close at 10 p.m. on December 24 and 31.

Public Buses

Visit Brampton Transit and Mississauga Transit for holiday schedules.

Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
The Access Peel counter at Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) in our Museum building is open December 29-31 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with restricted access to the public. Services will not be available on December 25-28, as well as January 1-3. For Access Peel counter access, we are asking residents to use online and phone options for inquires and payments when possible.

If an online or phone option is not available, you can make an appointment for in-person service at Access Peel by calling 905-791-7800. In-person services can include payments, document drop-off, and water sample testing kit pick-up.

In-person appointments

If you’ve made an appointment for an in-person service and are visiting a Regional building you will be:

  • Screened for symptoms of COVID-19 at Access Peel counters.
  • Asked to provide your name and phone number for contact tracing, if needed.
  • Asked to enter through the main doors and wear a mask or face covering.

PAMA’s on-site exhibitions and programs remain closed due to COVID-19 but we are offering a number of Winter Break Family Fun Activities to download and enjoy over the holidays as well as six virtual exhibitions to enjoy.

Emergencies
For urgent homelessness supports, including food, supplies, referrals and shelter, call the Street Helpline 24/7 at 1-877-848-8481. For information on emergency shelter, visit the Emergency shelter web page, or call the Region of Peel at 905-450-1996.

Maintenance Requests
For Peel Living maintenance requests, contact the 24-hour request line at 905-790-7335.

Dec 09 2020
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City Applies for Funding Through New Stream of Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program

By Issues, Resources

December 9, 2020

Today, Council approved 11 short-term projects the City of Mississauga will submit for consideration under the new COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Government of Canada’s Investing in Canada Infrastructure Plan (ICIP). In order to respond to the impacts of COVID-19, this new, temporary funding stream was created to provide greater flexibility to fund quick-start, short-term projects that might not otherwise be eligible under existing funding streams.

“These types of investments are important in building strong and vibrant communities that help our economy run smoothly,” said Mayor Bonnie Crombie. “Cities are the economic engines of this country. Mississauga generates $60 billion in GDP alone, every year. We’re home to more than 450,000 jobs and 94,000 businesses. This COVID-19 Resilience Stream gives us the opportunity to put forward projects on an accelerated timeline.”

The COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream is cost-shared between the Government of Canada (80 per cent) and the Government of Ontario (20 per cent).

The City of Mississauga has been allocated a total $14.8 million. While this is an allocation based program, applications are required and all projects must receive federal approval before proceeding.

Crombie added, “Access to this type of funding also allows us to complete projects without financial impact to the City, as no municipal funding contribution is required – helping us respond to the unprecedented financial impacts we’ve experienced due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve heard from residents about their priorities and we are in a strong position to put forward projects we are confident will be approved by the federal and provincial governments.”

To be eligible, projects must fit into a specific project category and asset type:

  • Category 1: Retrofits, Repairs and Upgrades for municipal, provincial, territorial and indigenous buildings, health infrastructure and educational infrastructure
  • Category 2: COVID-19 Response Infrastructure, including building or modifying infrastructure to support physical distancing, safety retrofits and expansions
  • Category 3: Active Transportation Infrastructure, including parks and, trails, footbridges, bike lanes and multi-use pathways
  • Category 4: Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation, including natural infrastructure, flood and fire mitigation, tree planting and related infrastructure

Projects submitted and approved must begin construction no later than September 30, 2021. The projects must be substantially completed by the end of 2021 (end of 2022 in territories and remote communities).

“As a result of our deliberate and detailed business planning and capital budgeting process, we responded quickly to this new funding stream opportunity. We brought forward a list of projects that meet the criteria for Council’s consideration and approval in advance of the January 7, 2021 submission deadline,” said Gary Kent, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer. “The next steps are for staff to complete the funding applications for the projects endorsed by Council today prior to the submission deadline.”

The projects put forward by the City, focus on municipal building infrastructure retrofits and lifecycle maintenance; active transportation infrastructure; reforestation and tree planting; and disaster mitigation infrastructure.

Background

ICIP is a ten-year federal infrastructure program designed to create long-term economic growth, build inclusive, sustainable and resilient communities and support a low-carbon economy.

Through ICIP, the federal government is providing $33 billion in federal infrastructure funding to cost-share projects under the following four streams:

  • Transit
  • Green Infrastructure
  • Community, Culture and Recreation
  • Rural and Northern Communities (the City is not eligible under this stream)

Previously, the City submitted applications totalling $980.4 million under the Public Transit and Community, Culture and Recreation streams.

Dec 09 2020
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Telephone Number for Shelter Supports

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At the September 24th Regional Council meeting and the October 15th Strategic Housing and Homelessness Committee meeting, members of Council requested immediate action to improve access to the shelter system, as such, staff have worked with our shelter provider, the Salvation Army, to create one new, streamlined number for shelter support: 905-450-1996.

 

Those who are in need of emergency shelter can call this number to find a place to stay at any shelter in Peel, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.

 

Through this line, trained staff will support callers in finding the best shelter for their needs, whether that’s an adult shelter, family shelter, youth shelter or a shelter dedicated to those who are fleeing violence. This includes space in both regionally-managed shelters, and in shelters run by other organizations in Peel.

 

Call volumes will be monitored closely and any needed adjustments will be made as quickly as possible, to ensure a streamlined service experience.

Dec 09 2020
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Waste collection updates for the holiday season

By Events, Issues, Resources

December 9, 2020

Residents are advised of changes to their waste collection schedule for the upcoming holiday season.

Holiday waste collection schedule
There will be no change to your waste collection schedule during the upcoming holiday season.

Community Recycling Centre (CRC) closures
All CRCs will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on December 24 and December 31. All CRCs will be closed December 25-26 and January 1. The CRCs will be open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. from December 27-30, 2020.

Check peelregion.ca/waste for CRC locations and hours.

Get your 2021 calendar
Residents are encouraged to sign up to get free weekly collection reminders by email, text message, or phone call.

About the Region of Peel

The Region of Peel works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 175,000 businesses in the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the Town of Caledon. Peel’s services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information about the Region of Peel, explore peelregion.ca and follow us on Twitter @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.