Water Interruption Notice – Test Shutdown – 1081 Searson Ave, Mississauga – Wednesday, March 26, from 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 Wednesday, March 26, 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: Wednesday, March 26, from 9:00am to 11:00am

Location:  1081 Serson Ave, Mississauga

Affected Addresses: 1074 -1093 Serson Ave, 1217 and 1227 Strathy Ave                                                            

Project #:  C-604062

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone # 437-220-8917

 905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

March 24, 2025
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NOTICE OF BRIEF WATER INTERRUPTION Watermain Replacement and Improvement on Lakeshore Road West from Jack Darling Memorial Park to Shawnmarr Road Richard’s Memorial Park at 804 Lakeshore Road West Jack Darling Memorial Park at 1180 Lakeshore Road West Peel Paramedic Station at 1188 Lakeshore Road West 1050 to 1055 Shawnmarr Road

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

On Thursday March 27, 2025, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., please expect a loss of water pressure and a
brief water outage (roughly 30 minutes) 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.
If this interruption may affect an alarm or maintenance company, it is your responsibility to notify them.
Property owner/manager responsibilities during a water interruption
If you are 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 water interruption
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)
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We understand that construction can be disruptive, and we appreciate your patience as we work to improve our
community’s infrastructure. This work both maintains and improves Peel’s world class water systems allowing us
to provide safe drinking water and reliable wastewater services to support a thriving community for life.
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Water Linear Engineering
Engineering Services Division
Public Works, Peel Region
Email: construction@peelregion.ca
Phone: 905-791-7800 ext. 4409

March 24, 2025
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GO Transit: April Service Changes

By Transit

Upcoming GO Service changes that will impact Peel region which will take effect beginning April 5, 2025. Metrolinx is expanding transit options by adding more GO train service, giving our customers more flexibility and choice. We are expanding transit and connecting people to more places, employment, and opportunities across the region.

Metrolinx conducts comprehensive reviews and adjustments to GO Transit schedules throughout the year. This is done to ensure that services align with customer needs and resources are allocated to where they are most needed.

GO Train Service Adjustments:

We’re adding more train service on the Kitchener Lines, giving you more flexibility and choice to get where you’re going.

Lakeshore West Line:

Starting April 5, we’re adjusting service on the Lakeshore West line.

  • Two late-evening trips will be replaced with GO bus service Mondays through Thursdays to accommodate construction at Long Branch GO. Click here to learn more about the construction at Long Branch GO.
  • We’re also adjusting schedules to better reflect actual travel times. Some trips on the Lakeshore West line will depart up to six minutes earlier or later. Two late-night Niagara Falls trips will depart earlier:
    • Eastbound 9:09 p.m. trip from Niagara Falls will depart earlier at 8:52 p.m.
    • Westbound 10:22 p.m. trip from Union Station will depart earlier at 10:07 p.m.
  • Bike coaches are back on train trips that serve Niagara Falls for the season. Learn more about taking your bike onboard our trains.

 We encourage all customers to check updated schedules before traveling.

 

March 24, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION NOTICE – 1160 Mona Road – Thursday, March 27th, from 9:00am to 5:00pm

By Resources, Ward 1

The Peel Region 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 do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Thursday, March 27th, from 9:00am to 5:00pm. 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 water interruption

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:         Thursday, March 27th, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location:                    1160 Mona Road

Addresses Affected: 1142 – 1206 Mona Road, 110 Inglewood Road                                 

Project #:                   C-603741

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone #               437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

March 24, 2025
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Peel Regional Police Update: Launch of Youth Engagement Strategy

By Announcement, Resources, Youth

On Friday March 21st, 2025, Peel Regional Police launched a progressive and forward-thinking strategy that is aimed at shaping the service’s future engagement with youth, parents/guardians and community partners who serve youth.

Their new Youth Engagement Strategy will be carried out in consultation with community partners and youth over the coming years. This will include the creation of specific initiatives, such as establishing a youth mentorship program, providing training opportunities for PRP members to better engage with youth, and strengthening support to youth affected by hate and bias.

In 2024, a survey and focus groups were conducted to provide an independent, unbiased lens on youth safety, policing and police interaction with youth within Mississauga and Brampton. This research will help to shape the development of new programs and the refinement of existing ones.

PRP has several existing programs that bring young people and officers together in the spirit of cooperation, education and mentorship, including the Youth In Policing Initiative, the Young Women’s Mentorship Program which is aimed at empowering at-risk girls by fostering leadership skills, building confidence and providing mentorship opportunities, and the Boys to Men Program – an initiative designed to provide at-risk boys with guidance, support and positive role models.

The new strategy builds on the foundation of these and other existing programs and is designed to encourage a positive relationship between youth and police and to ensure youth feel comfortable engaging with police officers, something that ultimately supports the safety and well-being of youth and the broader community.

Please take a moment to view the Youth Engagement Strategy here.

PRP’s news release here: https://x.com/PeelPolice/status/1903111382159200477

 

March 24, 2025
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City awards funding for affordable rental units in eight new Mississauga developments

By Announcement, Planning & Development

The funding will help get more than 1,400 new rental units under construction including 25 per cent with more affordable or below-market rents.

March 24, 2025

Today at Planning and Development Committee, Mississauga will formally announce the recipients of the City’s $44 million Affordable Rental Housing incentive program. The program, funded in part, by the federal Housing Accelerator Fund, will kick-off a new wave of purpose-built rental construction citywide.Since 2005, only 2,200 rental units have been constructed in Mississauga. This funding will immediately unlock more than 1,400 shovel-ready rental units including almost 400 with more affordable rents.

As the City works to address the housing crisis, this represents another bold step to expand the supply of affordable rental housing for Mississauga residents.

Approved in July 2024, the incentive program is designed to help quickly increase Mississauga’s supply of affordable and below-market rental units. It offers financial incentives for private and non-profit rental developers including capital grants per affordable unit and waivers/grants for certain municipal fees and charges.

Successful applicants

The City received 12 applications from a variety of non-profit and private sector developers during an open call for applications. Located in six of the City’s 11 wards, the eight successful developments will bring:

  • 1,450 new purpose-built rental units including 384 units with more affordable rents
    • 261 units with affordable rents – which means rent is at or below 100 per cent of average market rent ($1,625 per month maximum for a 1-bedroom unit)
    • 123 units with below market rents – which means rents are below 125 per cent of average market rent ($2,031 maximum for a 1-bedroom unit)
  • A variety of unit sizes including 200 family-sized units (two or more bedrooms)

Average market rent is published annually by Canada Home and Mortgage Corporation (CHMC) and refers to the value of all units in the primary rental market (including older units, rent controlled etc.). Average market rent is typically lower than the rents landlords advertise for new tenants.

Financial incentives

The funding is designed for shovel-ready projects that have demonstrated they are ready to start construction within the next two years.

Successful applicants will receive a set capital grant per affordable unit ($130,000 per unit for affordable units or $60,000 per unit per below-market unit). They will also receive waivers/grants for certain municipal fees and charges. The funding will be issued approximately one month after building permit issuance provided all eligibility requirements are met.

Units that are funded through the program must meet minimum unit sizes and remain affordable for a minimum of 25 years.

Mississauga needs more purpose-built rentals

Purpose-built rentals are built specifically for the rental market – unlike private condominiums which are often used as rentals but offer fewer protections for tenants.

In recent years, Mississauga’s development has been almost entirely comprised of market condominiums. In the Toronto Census Metropolitan Area, which includes Mississauga, approximately 60 per cent of apartment condominium units built between 2016-2021 were occupied by renters.

Getting more purpose-built rental housing under construction in Mississauga is important and is a key action under the City’s housing plan and the Mayor’s Housing Task Force. These types of homes are more attainable for people who are new to the housing market or who have moderate incomes. They also provide more security for tenants over the long-term.

Next steps

City staff will work with successful applicants as their projects move towards Building Permit issuance to ensure they continue to meet all necessary eligibility requirements.

Fact Sheet

Read our fact sheet for details about the new rental developments.

Images

Artist rendering of apartment building
Artist rendering of 596 Lolita Gardens, Hanseatic Holdings Ltd/ Park Property Management Inc.
Artist rendering of apartment building
Artist rendering of 4094 Tomken Road, Kindred Works
Artist rendering of apartment building
Artist rendering of 45 Agnes Street, JD Development Group
March 24, 2025
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Peel Region strengthens youth violence prevention efforts with $270,000 in grant funding

By Announcement, Resources

BRAMPTON, ON (March 20, 2025) – Peel Region is reinforcing its commitment to preventing youth violence by providing additional support to community partners through a new grant funding opportunity. An expression of interest (EOI) has been made available to community partners to fund racialized trauma, trauma-informed and violence-informed training for providers serving youth in Peel.

This initiative, totaling $270,000 in funding, will run from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, and is designed to enhance the capacity of service providers to address the complex needs of youth in our region, particularly those from vulnerable and racialized communities.

Youth violence remains a growing concern in Peel, and tackling it requires a comprehensive approach that includes investing in early intervention, to improve the well-being of young people.

This funding is part of the $7.3 million time-limited investment from Public Safety Canada’s Building Safer Communities Fund (BSCF), which has been instrumental in expanding youth violence prevention programs.  Funding in Peel has been allocated to community-based service providers to deliver critical programs and services to support youth well-being. Some examples include:

  • Deliver holistic support for racialized and at-risk youth, including mental health counseling, housing assistance, and employment services.
  • Provide 1:1 support for young men on parole, helping them access education, employment, and psychological care.
  • Connect young women at risk of gang involvement with positive role models and life-skills support.
  • Expand access to arts, sports, and recreational programs to help youth develop positive peer relationships.
  • Offer life skills training and mentorship opportunities in schools and the community.

This ongoing collaboration with community partners has led to meaningful improvements to critical services for at-risk youth, including strengthened engagement with more young people and providing service providers with the necessary tools to support them effectively.

This latest training initiative is informed by needs and opportunities identified through Peel Region’s partnership with community organizations and through the ongoing collaborative development of the Youth Violence Prevention (YVP) strategy.

“This funding opportunity shows the power of collaboration between Peel Region and our dedicated community partners. By listening to and learning from the needs of local youth, we are co-creating a more inclusive, responsive, and effective approach to youth violence prevention. Together, we are building stronger, safer communities for and with young people in Peel.

Nancy Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services, Peel Region

March 20, 2025
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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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TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE PARKWEST PLACE FROM ATWATER AVENUE TO A POINT 70M SOUTH

By Construction, Ward 1

Bird Construction Limited has been approved for the temporary road closure of Parkwest Place at Atwater Avenue to accommodate for the use of a crane for the development being constructed at the corner of Atwater Avenue and Cawthra Road. The closure will not impact access to the townhouse complex located on the eat side and the homes on the west side of Parkwest Place.

When:   Monday March 24th – Wednesday March 26th, 2025

Where:  Parkwest Place at Atwater Avenue

Emergency services access will not be permitted.

March 20, 2025
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Mississauga increasing parking fines to encourage better compliance and address safety concerns

By Announcement, Parking

Increased fines for 76 parking offences will go into effect on April 1, 2025.

March 20, 2025

Effective April 1, 2025, fines will increase for 76 parking offences in Mississauga. This week, Mississauga City Council approved updates to the City’s Traffic By-Law and Administrative Penalty By-law, following approval of a staff report on February 5, 2025. By increasing fines, the City aims to encourage better compliance with parking regulations and prevent safety risks caused by illegally parked and stopped vehicles.

Since 2021, the City has experienced a significant increase in parking service requests and penalties issued, with numbers continuing to trend upwards.

  • In 2024, the City received 182,096 service requests and issued 208,433 penalties.
  • Compared to 2021, this is a 75 per cent increase in service requests and a 60 per cent increase in issued penalties.

Updates to the Administrative Penalty By-law, effective April 1, 2025

  • A 38 per cent fine increase will be applied to 66 parking offences as they relate to the City’s Traffic By-law.
  • Of the 66 offences, an additional $10 increase will be applied to the City’s most common parking violations, such as parking in a prohibited area, parking during the prohibited period between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m., and parking at a paid parking machine without displaying a receipt. A $50 fine increase will be applied to offences that pose heightened public safety concerns, such as parking or stopping in a bike lane, in a school zone, on a sidewalk or crosswalk, and within three metres of a fire hydrant.
  • A $50 fine increase will be applied to parking offences as they relate to the City’s Fire Route By-law and the Accessible Parking By-law.

Updates to the Lakefront Increased Penalty Zone, as per the Traffic By-law

Each year, from May 1 to September 30, parking and stopping violations incur a fine of $100 on local roads, in City parks and municipal parking lots south of Lakeshore Road. Effective April 1, 2025, fines will increase to beyond the current fine amount of $100 for four parking offences within the Lakefront Increased Penalty Zone, including stopping a vehicle on a sidewalk, parking within three metres of a fire hydrant, and parking and stopping in a school zone. The boundaries of the Lakefront Increased Penalty Zone will also be extended, extending from the city’s east limit to the city’s west limit. The west limit was previously Meadow Wood Road.

Road sign indicating Lakefront Increased Penalty Zone. Parking fines increased May 1 to September 30.
Road sign indicating Lakefront Increased Penalty Zone.

Residents can report a parking offence online.

To learn more about parking in Mississauga, visit mississauga.ca/parking.

To learn more about road safety in Mississauga, visit mississauga.ca/roadsafety.

Mississauga Enforcement officer placing parking ticket on hood of car.

March 20, 2025
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Bus Stop Impact – Dundas Street East (Stop #0867)

By Resources, Transit, Ward 1

Please be advised that stop #0867 on EB Dundas Street at Summerville will be out of service at 8:00am on Thursday March 20 until further notice for continuing watermain construction works.

Patrons will be directed to the next stop #0868 east of Southcreek Road which is approximately 350 metres east.

Stop #0867 is serviced by Route 1E and 1CE with continued accessible bus service at Stop #0868.

March 19, 2025
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