Putting the ‘you’ in youth hubs: your feedback can help shape a new youth hub in Dixie-Bloor

By Food for thought, Resources

The City of Mississauga is converting the former Glenforest Secondary School swimming pool, located at Fieldgate Drive and Burnhamthorpe Road East, into a youth hub.

February 4, 2025

Mississauga is developing another Youth Hub – this time, in the Dixie-Bloor community.

The City has announced plans to convert the former Glenforest Secondary School swimming pool into a youth hub that provides services and programs that reflect the needs of local youth aimed at fostering growth, creativity, and connection. The new Youth Hub will be designed with inclusion at its core, ensuring all young people, can fully participate in the future activities that will be offered.

After the success of the Malton Youth Hub, it’s clear that youth hubs make a positive impact within the neighbourhood it serves. This will be a safe and supportive place where youth can showcase their talent, express themselves, work on projects or engage in physical activities that contribute to their wellbeing.

We want to hear from you!

Feedback from Mississauga residents helps the City shape or develop programs and services that serve the community. Receiving resident feedback is an effective way to determine which activities, programs, resources and services are the most desired and needed by those who live and spend time in the neighbourhood.

Get involved and have your say.

Register to participate in an engagement session:

Take part in a survey

Share your feedback by completing our quick and easy survey, and you’ll have the chance to win a pair of Apple AirPods. Your input is valuable, and by participating, you can help shape the future of your community. Complete the survey by Friday, February 28, online at: yoursay.mississauga.ca/glenforest.

February 4, 2025
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Mississauga Matters: City outlines its priorities and recommendations ahead of the 2025 provincial election

By Announcement, Issues

The Mississauga Matters campaign focuses on getting housing built and keeping Mississauga affordable for all.

February 4, 2025

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a provincial writ with election day scheduled for Thursday, February 27, 2025. With the election less than a month away and voters getting ready to head to the polls, the City of Mississauga has launched its renewed advocacy campaign, Mississauga Matters.

About Mississauga Matters

The City’s Mississauga Matters campaign ensures that all provincial candidates and major political parties recognize the significant role Mississauga plays in the province. The Mississauga Matters campaign will focus on two priority pillars; getting housing built and keeping Mississauga affordable for all. The priorities outlined within the campaign aim to strengthen the city and ensure stable funding for ongoing challenges like the housing crisis, the development of local and regionally connected transit and funding shortfalls for major projects rebuilding the Mississauga Hospital (The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital). Most of all, the priorities aim to keep Mississauga an affordable place to live.

While the City and the provincial government have tackled several important issues together, Mississauga is dedicated to advocating for the needs of its residents. The 2025 Mississauga Matters campaign focuses on the following  priorities:

  1. Getting housing built: Leveraging housing-enabling infrastructure

  • Extending of the Dundas Bus Rapid Transit line, to reduce travel times for approximately 30,000 new daily riders and improve east-to-west connections across the GTHA.
  • Expanding transit for all-day, two-way GO Service for the Milton GO Rail corridor, which serves approximately 8,000 businesses, supports more than 143,000 jobs, and is projected to serve up to 94,000 passengers by 2041.
  • Advance funding and alignment confirmation for the Hazel McCallion Line Extension (Downtown Loop) Mississauga.
  • A new transit facility to support the expansion of sustainable public transit in Mississauga, which is critical to increase housing availability in our community and achieve the Government of Ontario’s target of 120,000 new homes over the next 10 years.
  • Expediting the approval of Mississauga’s applications to the Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund and the Housing Enabling Core Services Stream to support housing development initiatives and meet urgent community needs while providing flood protection for communities.

  1. Keeping Mississauga affordable for all

  • Addressing the housing crisis demands with feedback from our partnership with more than 30 experts from Ontario’s leading private and not-for-profit housing developers, who have developed actionable solutions. In July 2024, Mississauga launched a Mayor’s Housing Task Force with private and non-profit representatives to address housing supply challenges, building on the 2023 Housing Action Plan with strategic recommendations in development charges, building standards, zoning, and affordable housing funding.
  • Supporting predictable funding for Mississauga by signing a new deal to provide equitable transit funding, recognizing Mississauga’s status as a major economic hub and one of the largest economic centres in both Ontario and Canada.
  • Advocating a fair share deal for the Region of Peel and Mississauga, given the Region currently faces a deficit of $868 million annually, translating to a $578 per-person financial gap across Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon.
  • Reconsider the amount expected from the Mississauga community for the local share needed for a new regional healthcare facility in Mississauga – the Mississauga Hospital rebuild.
  • Removing the 5% payment in lieu of taxes (PILT) cap for the Greater Toronto Airports (GTAA). This ensures a more equitable formula that prevents tax increases on residents and businesses.
  • Investing in solutions to Mississauga’s food insecurity crisis by prioritizing funding to support local food banks in Mississauga and support the Groceries and Essentials Benefit brought forward by Food Banks Canada, aimed to help struggling households afford vital costs like food and shelter.

The Mississauga Matters campaign will run throughout the provincial election as a way for residents to engage with the priorities that affect their lives ahead of voting day. The City is encouraging residents to join the conversation on social media and reach out to local candidates using the #MississaugaMatters hashtag.

Mississauga Matters branded image

For more information on Mississauga’s provincial election priorities, please visit mississaugamatters.ca.

February 4, 2025
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Mississauga seeks input for a convention centre and hotel at the Living Arts Centre

By Announcement, Events, Planning & Development

On January 29, the City of Mississauga opened a Request for Expressions of Interest to reimagine the Living Arts Centre and its surrounding lands.

February 3, 2025

The City of Mississauga is inviting Requests for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) to help redevelop the Living Arts Centre (LAC) into a multi-functional hub for the arts, culture, tourism, business and events. The City envisions transforming the lands surrounding the LAC into a modern and sustainable convention centre and hotel, designed to bring even more events for the arts, tourism and business sectors.

The proposed LAC transformation will help Mississauga further solidify its position as a top destination for business, tourism and culture. This development will help fill a gap in Mississauga’s downtown, offering a much-needed venue for world-class conferences and business opportunities, while providing a space for international, national, and local events, as well as cultural showcases.

Located in the heart of Mississauga’s downtown core and near Toronto Pearson International Airport, the LAC is a hub for visitors from all over the world with a rapidly growing population and a strong business community. The City requires modern, versatile spaces to accommodate the demand for local, national and international events. The LAC has long been recognized as a cultural landmark housing performance theatres, an exhibition gallery, eight professional art studios and sophisticated meeting facilities.

The request for expressions of interest is now open to organizations interested in partnering with the City to reimagine the LAC lands. This process will help the City identify the best potential uses for the site.

For more information on how to submit an expression of interest, please visit our website.

Background

  • Mississauga is a leading business and tourism destination, home to more than 100,000 businesses, 1,400 multinational firms, and 77 U.S. Fortune 500 and 66 Global Fortune 500 companies. The City attracts millions of visitors annually with its world-class restaurants, events, parks and experiences. This includes the LAC, which plays a key role in Mississauga’s vibrant arts and tourism scenes.
  • The City is also home to Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada’s largest airport, which serves more than 50 million passengers annually.
  • Mississauga also boasts the second-largest economy in Ontario and a highly educated workforce, supported by two globally recognized post-secondary institutions located in the city and 32 additional institutions within a one-hour commute.
  • Information gathered during the RFEI process will provide the City with options on how to use the LAC and the surrounding lands for a hotel and convention/conference centre to support the City’s growth.
February 3, 2025
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Peel Regional Police Update: Enhancement to the Crime Occurrence Mapping Application

By Construction, Resources

Peel Regional Police is pleased to share that we have enhanced the online Crime Occurrence Mapping Application by extending the available date range from 12 months to 36 months (3 years). This improvement allows for a more comprehensive analysis to better identify crime trends, understand community safety needs and support data-driven decision-making. By improving accessibility and transparency to crime data, we aim to empower residents, businesses, and elected officials with critical information to enhance public safety in Peel Region.

The mapping tool provides valuable insights by allowing users to view crime occurrences within their neighborhoods and across Brampton and Mississauga. Users can search by crime type, date, municipality, street name, and municipal ward. The application also includes a hotspot map layer, highlighting areas with higher concentrations of specific crime types, such as break & enters, vehicle thefts, drug trafficking, and much more.

The Crime Mapping Application can be found here: https://www.peelpolice.ca/en/in-the-community/crime-statistics-and-maps.aspx

 

February 3, 2025
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Mississauga commemorates Black History Month this February

By Announcement, Events, Food for thought

A time to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Mississauga and beyond, listen to their stories and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian society.

February 3, 2025

Black History Month provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Black communities in Mississauga and beyond, listen to their stories and learn more about their history and contributions to Canadian society.

Throughout the month of February, the City of Mississauga, in partnership with the Black Caucus Alliance, will continue to commemorate Mississauga’s Black community through a variety of programs and events.

All are encouraged to visit the Black History Month webpage, which highlights a variety of learning opportunities and engagement activities designed to deepen the understanding of this important month, some of which include:

  • Library author talks, storytelling and book lists
  • Music playlists highlighting local Black artists and musicians
  • Museum tours
  • Community celebrations and events
  • Sports and shows

Celebrating Black Excellence Event

The third annual Celebrating Black Excellence event will take place on Friday, February 28, 2025 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mississauga City Hall. The event will include performances, keynote speakers and an awards ceremony. If you know someone deserving of a Black Excellence Award, please take a moment to submit a nomination – which will be accepted until Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

The community is invited to take part in the conversation and more importantly, learn and develop a deeper understanding of the history of people of African descent in Canada and Mississauga. For more information, visit the webpage.

Background

Discover more about the actions the City is taking to engage Black community members in decision-making processes, ensuring that programs and services are equitable and inclusive for all residents.

  • In 2021, the House of Commons officially designated August 1 as Emancipation Day. Each year, the City of Mississauga raises the Pan-African flag and lights the City Hall clock tower red, black and green to recognize this important day.

 

Designed creative with faces and a title saying "Black History Month"

February 3, 2025
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Peel Regional Paramedic Services is proud to show its solidarity with Peel’s Black communities by introducing Black History Month epaulettes in February

By Announcement

BRAMPTON, ON (January 31, 2025) – Peel Regional Paramedic Services is proud to show its solidarity with Peel’s Black communities by introducing Black History Month epaulettes in February. Designed by a Black Peel paramedic, the ornamental shoulder pieces, which incorporate a yellow, red and green Kente Cloth pattern, honour the strength, culture and excellence of the Black community.

Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy and contributions of Black people in Canada.

In August 2021, Peel Region released an anti-racism and systemic discrimination statement affirming its commitment to building a diverse and inclusive Peel. In line with this statement, Peel Regional Paramedic Services included mandatory health equity and cultural competence training for paramedics in its 2024-2028 strategic plan. It is also investing in initiatives that allow staff to show their support for racialized communities, equity-seeking groups and marginalized populations.

“The new epaulettes Peel paramedics can wear during Black History Month are meant to be a conversation starter and carry a message that everyone is safe with us. If you call 911 in an emergency, you’ll receive the best possible care, regardless of your background, status or circumstances,” says Paramedic Chief Brian Gibson.

Wearing special epaulettes is a common way paramedics raise money and awareness for causes important to them. In addition to the Black History Month epaulettes, Peel paramedics also wear rainbow epaulettes in June for Pride Month, pink epaulettes in October for breast cancer awareness, blue epaulettes in November for men’s health and red epaulettes every Friday for Wounded Warriors Canada.

All proceeds from the purchase of the Black History Month epaulettes by Peel paramedics will go to Roots Community Services, a Peel-based organization providing programs and services to primarily Black, African and Caribbean communities.

February 3, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY TEST SHUTDOWN – 2152 Wedgewood Rd – Tuesday, February 4, 9:00am to 11:00am.

By Resources, Ward 1

The Region of Peel Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a consistent supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes we must turn off your water supply while we work on the system or conduct tests.

On Tuesday February 4th, from 9:00am to 11:00am, please expect a brief water outage and loss of water pressure while we work in your area.  If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

Property owner/manager responsibilities during a water interruption

As a property owner/manager, it is your responsibility to:

  • Ensure maintenance, mechanical or plumbing staff are on site during the water interruption, as it may affect internal systems that rely on water such as boilers, fire suppression, and alarms.
  • Notify the fire alarm company if the interruption could affect an alarm system.
  • Have a fire watch completed during the water interruption, as the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function when the water supply is shut off.

After the test shutdown

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor, and finishing on the top floor). You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds. Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.

Important note

After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking the water meter (usually located in the basement). If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

  • 905-791-7800, extension 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
  • 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

If you have any questions, please contact us.

Construction Inspections

Engineering Technical Services Division

Operations Support, Public Works

Email: zzgetsdevadmin@peelregion.ca

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 3246 / 3247 (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Monday to Friday)

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

 

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

 

Date and Time: Tuesday, February 4, 9:00am to 11:00am.

Location: 2152 Wedgewood Rd

Affected Addresses: 2146 – 2194 Wedgewood Rd                                                      

Project #:  C-603519

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #               437-220-6987

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

January 31, 2025
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City Hall is open for business! Everything you need to know about Mississauga’s in-person services

By Announcement, Planning & Development, Resources

Looking to come by for in-person support, register for a program or make a payment? Several services now have a permanent presence in the Great Hall.

January 30, 2025

As 2025 gets underway, you’ll notice more activity on the ground floor of Mississauga City Hall as we bring back in-person services in one place to serve residents better.

Looking to come by for in-person support, register for a program or make a payment? The below services now have a permanent presence in the Great Hall (ground floor of City Hall) and are open during regular City business hours: Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Welcome Desk

Our friendly customer service staff from the 311 Citizen Contact Centre are here to assist with wayfinding, inquiries related to City services and assisting with booking appointments at the self-service electronic kiosk. Payments can be dropped off at designated drop boxes, with one located just outside of City Hall at the north entrance and another located at the Welcome Desk. Need additional support? 311 is available to serve residents by phone (dial 311 or 905-615-4311, if outside City limits), email and online.

Legislative Services

Service counters are open and staff are ready to issue marriage licenses, perform civil ceremonies, provide commissioner of oath services and intake liquor licence applications, freedom of information (FOI) requests, claims and liens submissions, formal complaints and burial permits. Residents can also visit to receive assessment roll information and have minor variance and consent applications processed. Visitors are asked to kindly book an appointment prior to visiting City Hall. 

Planning and Building

Members of the public can visit in-person with inquires or requests to schedule meetings for development applications, building permits or related matters. Walk-in appointments for these services are accepted.

Recreation Customer Service Desk

Residents can interact with our Recreation Customer Service Team to book many facilities across the City, including rooms in community centres, gymnasiums and arenas, including outdoor sport and picnic amenities. Residents can also register for recreation and culture programs, sign up for a fitness membership or apply for recreation’s financial assistance program, ActiveAssist. Walk-in appointments are accepted. Questions? Call 905-615-4100 or email.

C Café

Looking to grab breakfast or lunch while visiting? C Café has re-opened with a tasty menu of options for everyone to enjoy.

Security Services

Security staff are onsite to provide support to City staff, customers and visitors through heightened visibility at City Hall.

Model of City Centre

Located in the Great Hall across from C Café is a model of City Centre that was originally constructed in 1989 that took approximately three months to complete. Constructed at a scale of 1:500 (500 times smaller than the real buildings), the model features current and future visions for City Centre. Check it out today!

For more information, please visit the City’s website or call 311.

January 30, 2025
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