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TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE INTERSECTION OF LAKESHORE ROAD EAST AND LAKEFRONT PROMENADE AND LAKESHORE ROAD EAST AND HYDRO ROAD

By Resources, Ward 1

As a part of the Lakeview Village project a temporary road closure has been granted for November 4th, 2024 (24 hours operations) for a total of ten days to complete the installation of watermain pipes within the intersection of Lakeshore Road East and Lakefront Promenade. Once the works have been completed, the closure will move easterly towards the intersection of Lakeshore Road East and Hydro Road for a total of six days (24 hours operations). A detour route will be in place south of Lakeshore Road where Rangeview Road will be utilized.

When:   Monday November 4th, 2024- November 23rd, 2024 .

Where:  Lakeshore Road East at Lakefront Promenade and Lakeshore Road East at Hydro Road

Advance warning signs and detour signs are in place. Emergency services access will not be permitted.

October 22, 2024
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Update – Action Plan for Stormwater and Flood Mitigation

By Announcement, Resources, Ward 1

Councillor Dasko is happy to share another update, as promised.  Resulting from the last report and Councillor Dasko’s advocacy for his residents councils direction was to staff to come back to Council.  Yesterday, on September 25, 2024 with Corporate Report: 10.2. entitled “Council Update – July and August 2024 Extreme Rainfall Events” (attached). This report, which was passed by Councillor Dasko and his colleagues unanimously, is an action-oriented approach to accelerating flood mitigation initiatives, inspection enhancements and increased maintenance and operation activities. Councillor Dasko has also attached his motion for your perusal which was again unanimously passed by all of council.

Watch Council Sept 25, 2024 Item 7.4 (running from 31.03-1.11) Emma Calvert sharing Corporate report 10.2.

View the report 

The following items were passed and are to be actioned:

  • A Residential Compassionate Flood Relief Grant Program to provide a one-time grant of $1,000 to Mississauga residential property owners who incurred damages as a result of basement flooding following the weather events on July 16, 2024, or August 17 and 18, 2024, as a result of Councillor Dasko’s motion on September 11, 2024.
  • A basement flooding prevention rebate program to provide up to $6,800 to make basement flood prevention improvements more affordable.
  • With the number of staff meetings with Councillor Dasko he was pleased to see that staff were convinced to step up the timeline of new and accelerated stormwater projects, as outlined in the Project-based action plan includes accelerating the Design and Construction of the Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Project by 6 years, including infrastructure improvement projects in 2025, 2026, 2027, with a completion year of 2028.
  • Enhancements to routine maintenance of stormwater infrastructure
  • City staff will work further with local authorities like the TRCA, Alectra, and the Emergency Management Team to identify opportunities to enhance public alerting to residents during localized flooding.
  • Staff have been directed to prepare and submit applications to the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program – Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (second intake- November 1, 2024) and Housing-Enabling Core Services Stream programs to support the Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Project.

Furthermore, at the Region of Peel, Regional Council passed a motion on September 12, 2024 to have an increase in the Sanitary Backwater Valve Rebate Program. The program is available to property owners in priority areas in Peel who had experienced sanitary flooding because of a storm event in the past 10 years. Residents living in neighborhoods outside the priority areas can also apply for a subsidy if they have reported flooding to Peel Region in the past or have an insurance claim. Subsidies are 60% of the invoiced cost, up to a maximum $1,500. Residents are asked to call Peel Region at 905-791-7800 to confirm eligibility for the backwater valve subsidy before proceeding with an installation. For more information please visit peelregion.ca.

Please note that there will be an upcoming City-wide Public Information Session for 2024 Flood Events.  Councillor Dasko will share more details when they are announced.

September 26, 2024
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Stormwater and Flooding Information

By Announcement, Issues, Resources

In July and August of 2024, Mississauga faced an unprecedented rainstorm, with the city receiving more rainfall in a short period than ever before. I know such storms can bring significant stress and inconvenience, impacting our homes, properties, and lives.

From August 17 to 18, our city saw varying amounts of rainfall from 6.2 mm up to as much as 170 mm in some areas – leading to high water levels and major disruptions on roads, creeks, and highways. This only serves to show the unpredictability of these types of storms and range of impacts our city can see.

This is what’s called a “100-year storm”. Unfortunately, we had another 100-year storm on July 16th and many will recall the storm in July 2013, as well.

We are taking stormwater management seriously. In 2024, we have allocated $33.7 million for stormwater improvements, focusing on projects along Cooksville Creek, Etobicoke Creek, and erosion control initiatives. Since 2016, we have invested over $231.5 million in stormwater infrastructure. Our 10-year plan includes an additional $340 million for ongoing upgrades and maintenance to enhance our resilience against future storms. And, we remain committed to continued investments in further enhancing our stormwater infrastructure to withstand future weather events like this one. These investments include stormwater ponds, new pipes in the ground, and repairs to creek and river banks to prevent erosion.

As an example, Lake Saigon – a critical stormwater management facility in the City’s system within the Cooksville Creek watershed, held back 250,000m3 of stormwater, and therefore and therefore reduced the risk of flooding downstream. This one pond held back the equivalent of 100 Olympic-sized swimming pools of water from flowing downstream to homes and businesses.

As Ward Councillor, I am working closely with my colleagues to urge the province to activate the Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians (DRAO) program.

We are asking those whose property was impacted by the recent rain event this weekend, to please contact 311 to provide your name and address. This information will be shared with the Government of Ontario to support our efforts in urging them to activate their DRAO program for Mississauga.

Additionally, please be sure to document any damage with photos or videos and inform your insurance provider as soon as possible.

City cleanup efforts are underway, including debris removal and park restorations. We understand how challenging this situation is and truly appreciate your patience as we work with local and regional partners to address repairs and assess the damage.

We remain committed to supporting our community during this difficult time and will continue to invest in improving our stormwater infrastructure.

For more information, please visit our website at mississauga.ca.

Mississauga crews continue clean up after the weekend storm

Clean-up efforts continue, including the removal of debris from sidewalks, roads and trails.

This past weekend, Mississauga experienced another severe rainstorm which resulted in a large amount of heavy rain within a short period of time. From August 17 to 18, rainfall amounts varied across Mississauga with some areas of the city seeing as little as 6.2 mm and the hardest hit areas receiving 170 mm. Heavy rainfall caused high water levels and localized flooding on roads, along creeks, rivers and streams.

Some areas near Dixie Rd. and Dundas St., Cooksville Creek, Streetsville, Malton, Lisgar, highway stretches of the 401, 403 and 410, and the Airport were heavily impacted. From road closures and increased traffic, the effects were felt widely across the city.

Experts in meteorology, climate change and environmental science are pointing to these events as evidence of how global warming is changing our weather patterns, suggesting such storms could become a common occurrence.

Residents are reminded to take precautions in flooded areas and to respect all posted signs, and barricades that have been put up for safety reasons.

Mississauga’s stormwater system

While some parks and roads flooded, and trails experienced erosion, some residents faced property damage, basement flooding or water pooling in their backyards. Without the City’s stormwater infrastructure being in place and staff actively managing the situation, the situation could have become much worse.

Separate from the sanitary wastewater system, the City’s stormwater system collects stormwater from properties and carries it to a receiving waterbody. Maintaining this system lessens the risk of flooding, reduces creek erosion and protects water quality.

Currently, Mississauga has more than 1,900 kilometres of storm sewer pipes in its drainage system. If laid out end-to-end, these pipes would connect Mississauga to Winnipeg. The stormwater drainage system also includes more than 51,000 catchbasins, 270 kilometres of ditches, 150 kilometres of creeks and 81 stormwater management facilities (including ponds, underground storage and Low-Impact Development facilities) that help collect, drain and clean the City’s rainwater runoff before it enters Lake Ontario – the source of our drinking water.

In 2024, we have allocated $33.7 million for stormwater improvements, focusing on projects along Cooksville Creek, Etobicoke Creek, and erosion control initiatives. Since 2016, we have invested over $231.5 million in stormwater infrastructure. Our 10-year plan includes an additional $340 million for ongoing upgrades and maintenance to enhance our resilience against future storms. And, we remain committed to continued investments in further enhancing our stormwater infrastructure to withstand future weather events like this one. These investments include stormwater ponds, new pipes in the ground, and repairs to creek and river banks to prevent erosion.

The need for continued infrastructure funding

Over the next 10 years, the City’s Stormwater Program will continue to expand and be maintained, in order for our stormwater system to remain fully funded – due to the stormwater charge. However, there is still a need to appropriately contribute to the Pipe Reserve Fund to allow for the future replacement of the City’s aging stormwater pipes.

The City is seeking a commitment from federal and provincial governments and is advocating for additional funding to help bridge the infrastructure gap. This is crucial for underlining priorities, such as stormwater infrastructure, that are vital to the safety of our community.

Flooding on your property

If your home or basement has flooded and you’re in immediate danger or require assistance, call 911.

  • If you’ve suffered damages due to a basement flood, call 311. The City creates a record documenting these type of calls.
  • If you think there’s a problem with your sanitary sewer pipe, you can request emergency help with a sewer backup.
  • Record the details of the flood damage by taking photos or videos. Register the amount of damage to your home with your insurance provider immediately.
  • Don’t attempt to shut off electricity if any water is present. Leave your home immediately and don’t return until authorities confirm it’s safe to do so.
  • After you have evacuated your home or if water has risen above your electrical outlets, baseboards or furnace, call Alectra at 1-833-253-2872 to report it.

Clean up continues

Clean-up efforts continue, including the removal of debris from sidewalks, roads and trails. The City is still assessing the financial impacts to the Corporation and is working alongside its local and Regional partners, like the Region of Peel and Credit Valley Conservation, to collect data and insights about the severity of this weekend’s flooding.

Parks and trail closures

Residents are asked to take precautions in flooded areas and respect all posted signs and barricades that have been put up for safety reasons. Residents are asked to use caution in all parks and trails, creeks, rivers or watersheds.

Sportfields

Most sportfields have been able to re-open across Mssissauga with the exception of the following:

  • Courtney Park Cricket Pitch
  • All fields at Meadowvale Sports Park (Major Soccer, Major Baseball, both Major Softball)
  • Lisgar Fields Major Baseball Field
  • Dunton Fields, Major Softball Fields 1&2
  • All secondary fields in the Malton area
  • Quenippenon Major Baseball Field

MiWay

MiWay all routes are operating in normal condition.

To assist City crews effectively during this period, please consider the following guidelines:

  • Use extra caution when navigating near areas where construction or maintenance activities are taking place.
  • Follow all posted signage and barriers around work sites, showing respect for the guidelines in place.
  • Make sure to give workers and their equipment the necessary space to safely conduct their tasks.
  • Practice patience and kindness towards the crews as they work to repair and restore essential services and infrastructure.

Additional information about flooding:

Stormwater investments

 

Stormwater Infrastructure Investment:

  
 
City Wide Notable Projects
Spent to Date
(2016-23)		 $        92.7 M – Lake Saigon SWMF

– Cooksville Underground Storage Facilities

– Lisgar Pumping Station
Works In-progress (2016-23) $      105.0 M – Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Design

– Little Etobicoke Creek Drainage Improvements

– Malton Drainage Improvements
Budgeted (2024) $        33.7 M  
Total $     231.5 M  

 Note: values shown are since the Stormwater Charge was established (2016).

2024 Capital Funded projects

Approved 2024 projects funded at $33.7 million, which include:

  • Mississauga LRT Storm Sewer Improvements
  • Malton Drainage Improvements – Etude Dr. to Justine Dr.
  • Design for Dixie Dundas Drainage Improvements by Little Etobicoke Creek

2024 Planned construction projects: Creek, erosion control work and stormwater management facility projects

  • Construction of a pumping station at the south-east corner of Doug Leavens Blvd and the Lisgar channel
  • Etobicoke Creek erosion control and rehabilitation (Ponytrail Dr. to Bloor St.)
  • Sawmill Creek erosion control and rehabilitation (Folkway Drive to Erin Mills Parkway)
  • McKenzie Park Storm Water Management Facility
  • Sheridan Creek erosion control and rehabilitation (Lushes Avenue to behind Fletchers Valley Crescent)
  • Cooksville Creek improvement and flood protection and replacement of King Street Bridge
  • Dredging and rehabilitation of Dixie Road Bus Rapid Transit pond
  • Dredging and rehabilitation of Tomken Road Bus Rapid Transit pond

10 -Year Capital Plan

2024–2033 projects to be funded at $340 million and include:

  • Design and Construction of Pond Dredging and Rehabilitation at Lake Wabukayne & Aquitaine (2025)
  • Malton Flood Relief Project (Etude Dr. to Justine Dr.), including construction of a stormwater box culvert beneath the pedestrian walkway, full reconstruction of the walkway to safely create an overland flow route, and an upgraded outfall structure and channel in Derry Greenway Park (2025 – TBD)
  • Dundas & Lakeshore BRT Storm Sewer Improvements (2025)
  • Design and Construction of Cooksville Flood Storage Facility – Greyshale Park (2027) and Heritage Hills Park (2028–2030)
  • Dixie and Dundas Drainage Improvements (2025, 2027–2033)
  • Construction of Sawmill Creek Erosion Control–Erin Mills Parkway to The Collegeway (2029)

2024-2027 Business Plan and the 2024 Budget for Stormwater

Why is the City experiencing this level of flooding?

During severe storm events, like those experienced recently, the City’s stormwater system, as well as other municipalities in Ontario, will exceed its design capacity.  The City’s underground storm sewer system is designed to a 1 in 10 year event capacity.  Once that capacity is reached, excess flows are then conveyed along the roadway or another overland flow route to a creek or other body of water. However, the recent rainfall events exceeded the design capacity of the overland flow system.  The City continues to invest in stormwater management improvements throughout the City such as Lake Saigon along with underground storage facilities in the Cooksville Creek watershed, the City’s largest watershed, to reduce the risk of flooding.  Also, the City is currently undertaking design to address a spill point on Little Etobicoke Creek where flows can onto Queen Frederica.   This project can be found at https://www.mississauga.ca/projects-and-strategies/environmental-assessments/dixie-dundas-flood-mitigation-study/

How has the build-out of the City contributed to this?

The urbanization of Mississauga is similar to other North American cities.  A consequence of which is the hardening of lands due to development.  The development of the City to accommodate population growth is based on planning policies and the City’s stormwater infrastructure is designed and constructed in accordance with accepted industry engineering standards of the day.

What actions has the City taken to date to respond to the changing climate?

The Build Beautiful Stormwater Master Plan was a key takeaway in regard to stormwater management from the City’s Climate Change Action Plan. This plan was endorsed by Council in June 2023 and sets out the vision for ‘building value in water resources through collaboration, to protect and enhance the quality of our built and natural environment.’ A series of actions, some already underway and many ongoing from years past, are framed to collectively address issues associated with stormwater for the immediate and long-term future.

Projects stemming for this vision are reflected in the City’s Capital Plan and include, for example, flood mitigation projects within the Cooksville watershed, the Lisgar community and Malton.  Since 2016, nearly $200 million of stormwater charge revenue has been invested in projects and studies (like those above) to maintain and improve the City’s stormwater system.  With a vast stormwater network, valued over $7 billion, staff continue to assess and prioritize the most effective improvements to this aging infrastructure built over the last 75 years.

What plans are there in the future to continue to build resiliency?

Flood mitigation capital projects are continually being implemented by the City as highlighted below.  Additionally, resilience is built into the City’s Stormwater program through a lens beyond flooding in a manner that speaks to the robustness and comprehensive nature of the vision. The Build Beautiful Stormwater Master Plan actions speak to ongoing asset management, as espoused and implemented through the City’s Asset Management Planning.  For more information, please refer to the Stormwater component of the City’s Business Plan and Budget.

  1. Flood mitigation project to address a spill point on the Little Etobicoke Creek where flows can come out to Queen Frederica . This is documented in the Flood Mitigation Study found at https://www.mississauga.ca/projects-and-strategies/environmental-assessments/dixie-dundas-flood-mitigation-study/
  2. Flood mitigation project underway in Malton. The project file can be found at https://www.mississauga.ca/projects-and-strategies/environmental-assessments/malton-flood-mitigation-study/
  3. Pumping stations being constructed in the Lisgar community

 

 

TRCA Public Resources

(1) Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has created digital flood handbooks with information to help residents understand and prepare for flooding if you live in a flood vulnerable area within TRCA’s jurisdiction. The Dixie-Dundas Digital Flood Handbook was developed to help residents and businesses understand and prepare for flooding specifically within the Dixie-Dundas Special Policy Area (SPA), within the City of Mississauga.

(2) TRCA operates a Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. If flooding is possible or about to occur, TRCA issues flood messages to designated individuals within municipalities, local agencies, school boards, the media, and members of the public who self-subscribe.

Location of active flood messages

What to do if a flood message is issued

  • Read the entire flood message when issued.
  • Follow the safety recommendations in the action section of the flood message.
  • Be prepared to follow the instructions of emergency response officials.

(3) As part of the Flood Forecasting and Warning Program, TRCA operates a flood monitoring gauge network spanning the GTA, which continually monitors in-stream water levels at TRCA dams and river stations as well as collecting rainfall amounts. The measurements are displayed on TRCA’s flood monitoring website. Visit the TRCA Flood Monitoring Website at trca.ca/floodmonitoring, (trcagauging.ca) and find the user guide here. Additionally, TRCA has created a series of videos designed as a user manual for the flood monitoring website. Each video includes step-by-step instructions on using different features of the site. Visit trca.ca/flood and navigate to the “Real-time Flood Monitoring in Your Neighbourhood” section to access the videos.

Nearest Gauges: Little Etobicoke at Dixie (HY098), Rathwood Precipitation Gauge (HY099)

(4) Visit the Frequently Asked Questions section for more information.

David Kellershohn, M.Eng., P.Eng.
Associate Director
Engineering Services | Development and Engineering Services

T: (437) 880-2355
C: (416) 500-9893
E: david.kellershohn@trca.ca

Region of Peel Wastewater Information and Resources

Link to the Region’s backwater valve program:

Peel’s wastewater by-law (peelregion.ca)

 

 

Anthony Parente, P.Eng.

General Manager – Water/Wastewater

Public Works

Region of Peel

anthony.parente@peelregion.ca

 

 

August 19, 2024
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CITY OF MISSISSAUGA – NOTICE OF COMPLETION – Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study Dixie

By Announcement, Planning & Development, Resources

Dundas Flood Mitigation Project

WHAT?

  • The lands south of Little Etobicoke Creek
    surrounding Dixie Road, referred to as “Dixie-
    Dundas” for this project, are subject to flooding as
    a result of spilling from the creek during high flow
    conditions. This urban area consists of a variety of
    commercial, industrial, residential, and park land
    uses.
  • The study area of this Schedule ‘C’ Municipal Class
    Environmental Assessment (EA) has been broken up
    into the “Dixie Area” and the “Dundas Area” for
    identifying flood mitigation solutions.

WHERE?

WHY?

  • The City of Mississauga has an interest to protect
    flood-vulnerable residences and businesses as well as
    to intensify Dixie-Dundas area to fulfill the vision of
    growth expressed in the Dundas Connects Master Plan.

HOW?

In consultation with the public and agencies, the alternative solutions for both the “Dixie Area” and the “Dundas Area” have been evaluated to identify preferred design concepts for each.

“Dundas Area” preferred design:

  • Floodplain widening
  • 25 m – channel crossing bridge at Dundas Street
  • Sanitary sewer relocation
  • Floodproofing earthen berm at 1607 Dundas Street

“Dixie Area” preferred design:

  • Floodplain widening with lowered creek invert
  • 50 m – channel crossing bridge at Dixie Road
  • Sanitary sewer relocations

PROJECT FILE

An Environmental Study Report is now available for public review and comment for 30 days on the City’s website:
http://www.mississauga.ca/flooding

Interested persons may provide written comments to our project team by April 30, 2024. All comments are requested to be sent directly to the Project Managers listed below. Previous study information, including the Public Information Centres and the study area expansion bulletin, is available on the above webpage.

Anthony Di Giandomenico, P.Eng.
Project Manager
City of Mississauga
300 City Centre Drive
Mississauga, ON L5B 3C9
(905) 615-3200, ext. 3491
anthony.digiandomenico@mississauga.ca

Amanda McKay, P.Eng., PMP
Consultant Project Manager
Matrix Solutions Inc.
3001-6865 Century Avenue
Mississauga, ON L5N 7K2
(289) 323-3780
amckay@matrix-solutions.com

April 3, 2024
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Our Community

By Ward 1

In hearing your passion, hope, and ideas for the future of Ward 1, I know more than ever, we must be united to ensure this great community is always our place to call home.

January 20, 2019
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Bring on the snow! Mississauga is ready for winter

By Announcement

The City of Mississauga’s winter maintenance program helps keep the city safe and accessible for everyone travelling during the winter.

 Mayor Parrish joins Councillor Tedjo, Councillor Horneck, Councillor Hart, Councillor Kovac and Works Operations and Maintenance staff for the launch of Mississauga’s winter maintenance season.

What the City clears

The City is responsible for clearing snow and ice on City-owned infrastructure, including roads, on-street bike lanes, priority sidewalks, bus stops, pedestrian crossings and roadside multi-use trails.

City staff also provide winter maintenance at City facilities including community centres, libraries and select park parking lots, paved pathways and trails. Peel Region is responsible for clearing most regional roads in Mississauga, which are main roads with higher speeds and more traffic than local residential roads.

City service levels

The City plows snow when five centimeters or more accumulates. If there is less than five centimetres of snow, infrastructure is salted.

The City’s snow-clearing operations follow a priority route system – priority infrastructure is cleared first. This includes:

  • Priority roads: routes for emergency vehicles, transit and high traffic volume.
  • Priority sidewalks: sidewalks located along major roads and bus routes and outside of schools, hospitals and long-term care homes.
  • Bus stops, roadside multi-use trails, pedestrian crossings and on-street bike lanes.
  • Parking lots and entrances connected to community centres, arenas and libraries.

Depending on how much it snows, it can take 12 to 24 hours to clear this priority infrastructure after the snow has stopped.

City crews then move on to clearing residential roads, park trails and pathways that serve as transportation links for local communities (e.g. walkways, easements to schools). This infrastructure is cleared within 24 to 36 hours after the snow has stopped. It may take longer if the city has back-to-back storms, or if there’s a winter storm that brings more than 30 centimeters of snow.

Residential roads are not cleared to bare pavement but are cleared to be safe and passable for vehicles. Some snowpack may be left on the road.

Residents can track the progress of the City’s plows and sidewalk-clearing equipment using the online plow tracker.

 

On-street parking during winter weather

When it snows, vehicles parked on the road can prevent crews from being able to safely and efficiently salt and clear roads. Please remove parked vehicles from residential streets when it snows to avoid a parking ticket or towing. During snow clearing operations, temporary parking permits will not be issued and current ones will be suspended.

 

Prioritizing safety and effective salt management

The City prioritizes effective salt management practices that maintain safety while minimizing the effect of salt on the environment. This includes pre-treating some priority roads and parking lots (i.e. community centres and arenas) with brine before oncoming winter weather, plowing more often and using the right amount of salt at the right place and the right time.

 

Stay updated

  • Visit mississauga.ca/snow to learn more about snow clearing in the city.
  • Use the online snow plow tracker to view a map of the City’s snow-clearing routes and track the City’s fleet as it clears streets and sidewalks.
  • Follow @MississaugaSnow on X for timely snow-clearing updates.
  • Find out if on-street parking restrictions are in effect and if temporary parking permits are suspended due to a weather event.
  • Call 311 (905-615-4311 if outside city limits) for questions related to the City’s snow-clearing operations or to report a missed street after service timelines have ended.
  • Follow @PeelPublicWorks on X for snow-clearing updates on regional roads.

Quotes

“When we get our first big snowfall, remember that we’re all part of one community. Let’s make an effort to lend a helping hand to support our hardworking crews. The critical work they do helps keep us safe and allows us to get on with our day – because we know life doesn’t stop when it snows. Remember to be alert and patient on our roads, give crews and equipment lots of space to work, and please treat our crews, and each other, with respect.” – Mayor Carolyn Parrish, City of Mississauga

“Winter weather will be here before we know it and the City has a comprehensive winter maintenance program in place to get the job done safely and efficiently. The City’s snow-clearing program prioritizes accessible travel for everyone, whether you travel by vehicle, transit, bike, foot or mobility device. In order for us to safely and efficiently clear and treat the roads, we’d like to remind residents to please remove their vehicles from their residential streets when we’re plowing. Parked cars create a real obstacle for our plows and can prevent us from being able to properly salt and clear roads for emergency vehicles, transit and residents. We appreciate your support and patience during this snow-clearing season.” – Helen Noehammer, Director, Works Operations and Maintenance

November 5, 2024
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Empowering young innovators: local students collaborate to tackle climate change issues in Mississauga

By Announcement, Events

The City of Mississauga, in partnership with Go Open Data, is hosting a student hackathon called The Sky’s the Limit: Innovative Rooftop Strategies for a Greener Planet. The event is centred on the theme of leveraging rooftops to address climate change. This one-day event challenges students to develop innovative solutions to climate change issues and challenges using technology. The event will take place on Tuesday, November 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mississauga City Hall.

Students of all skill levels, from high school, college, or university are welcome to participate. Those interested can register as individuals or teams of four to five people. All submissions will be judged, and a winner will be announced at the end of the event.

Participants are encouraged to approach this challenge with creativity, passion, and a sense of responsibility.

Registration for the event is required.

Hackathon event details
What
A one-day, City-run hackathon encouraging teams to develop innovative solutions for rooftops that can help cities like Mississauga cope with climate change.

When
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Where
Mississauga City Hall – C-Banquets – 12th floor
300 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, ON

Who
Students from high school, college and universities
Students interested in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math)

Cost
Registration is required and participating in the hackathon is free of charge.

About the City Hackathon
The hackathon offers a unique opportunity for students to collaborate, share ideas and brainstorm with other like-minded students while gaining hands-on experience. It’s a unique chance to work alongside others who are equally passionate about developing new concepts and exploring new ways of doing things. Students will have access to resources and support available through Open Data and Geographic Information System (GIS) platforms. In addition, they will have the option to independently use tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics to enhance their project.

Incentives
Cash prizes will be awarded to individual participants and/or teams that finish in the top three, based on specific judging criteria that have been established in advance.

Innovation in Mississauga
Mississauga’s future is full of endless possibilities. The City of Mississauga encourages young minds to explore these opportunities by creating innovative and transformative solutions that enhance the quality of life for residents and businesses while managing growth and development.

About Open Data
The goal of the City’s Open Data program is to promote transparency, foster engagement and to inspire innovation. Open Data is raw, digital, machine-readable information about City programs and services that is accessible to everyone free of charge. The City started publishing urban planning data sets in March 2010 and has now grown to include additional data sets under categories such as Environment, Infrastructure, Land Use and Development, and 3D to name a few.

For more information about open data and to access Mississauga datasets, visit data.mississauga.ca.

 

November 5, 2024
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22-1395 Water Interruption Notice – Dixie Road – Nov 7 24

By Resources, Ward 1

For the watermain construction project 22-1395, residents will experience interruptions to their water supply on Thursday November 7, 2024 between 9 am and 5 pm. Approximately 2 homes will be affected, at:

  • 2046 Dixie Road
  • 2054 Dixie Road

Please send any questions to construction@peelregion.ca. This will allow our customer service team to direct the inquiry to the relevant staff and log it to inform future service enhancements.

November 5, 2024
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New strategic priorities for Peel’s early years and child care sector builds on achievements over past five years

By Announcement

BRAMPTON, ON (November 4, 2024) – Regional Council has approved the proposed strategic priorities for Peel’s early years and child care system for 2025-2030. As the Service System Manager, Peel must develop a plan with system priorities for Peel’s early years and child care every five years.

Peel consulted with 1,800 parents and caregivers, 430 children, and service providers who identified key issues impacting families as: Access, Affordability, Quality, Accountability, and Diversity and Inclusion.

In presenting the strategic priorities to Council, staff reported on the key achievements made by Early Years and Child Care Services over the past five years. Since 2019 when the current system plan was launched, Peel’s investments and achievements have included:

  • $107.3M to improve access to early years and child care programs including 4,000 new child care spaces and 47% increase in EarlyON program hours per week.
  • $262.9M to support providers to continuously improve program quality, including enhancements to salaries for child care staff.
  • $482.8M to improve child care affordability including the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) plan which reduced fees by 53 per cent for children under 6, a 50 per cent reduction in fees for children in before and after school programs, and child care subsidy for eligible families with children birth to 12 years.
  • $53.4M invested in early years and child care programs to ensure that they are welcoming and inclusive to all children and families.
  • $331.6M invested to support service provider viability and enhance accountability for the responsible use of public funds.

 

The current system plan ends on December 31, 2024. The new one will be released in 2025 and will address both gaps and opportunities to move Peel’s early years and child care system forward over the next five years.

Quotations

“Peel’s families are always at the centre of what we do in Early Years and Child Care.  Our system is on the cusp of a major transformation with the implementation of the Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care plan.

To successfully implement this transformation and achieve these positive outcomes for children and families, we require a shared commitment from all partners to build on existing strengths and move the recommended priorities forward.”

Nakiema Palmer, Director Early Years and Child Care, Peel Region

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About Peel Region

In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel’s services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.

November 5, 2024
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Water Interruption Notice – C-603959 2155 Wedgewood Rd, Mississauga – Tuesday, November 5th

By Announcement, 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 Tuesday, November 5th, 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: Tuesday, November 5th, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location:  2155 Wedgewood

Addresses Affected: 2146 to 2194 on Wedgewood Rd

Project #: C-603959

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone #               437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

November 4, 2024
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Bringing more housing choices to Mississauga: Learn more and have your voice heard

By Announcement

The City is reviewing ways to give residents more flexibility to build semi-detached and smaller detached homes in residential neighbourhoods.

Mississauga needs more housing options for families, older adults, students and the next generation who want to live in the city. Currently, many homes in Mississauga neighbourhoods are located on large lots with two or fewer residents. The result is that some neighbourhoods are seeing their populations shrink despite a city-wide need for more housing.

The City’s Zoning By-law regulates the types of buildings that can be built in different parts of the city and how those buildings are used. Updating the city’s neighbourhood zoning to allow more semi-detached and smaller detached homes is one way to add density in a gentle way. It’s also a creative way to bring more housing to areas of the city which lack open parcels of developable land.

The City is holding three community meetings to get feedback on its neighbourhood zoning review. This includes:

  • Allowing more semi-detached homes to be built in residential areas that have historically allowed only detached homes
  • Updating lot requirements to allow for smaller-sized detached homes
  • Simplifying single-detached neighbourhood zones in the City’s Zoning By-law

The aim is to give residents more flexibility and low-rise housing options on their properties by removing barriers for detached and semi-detached homes on smaller lots.

The neighbourhood zoning review is the next phase in the City’s Increasing Housing Choices in Neighbourhoods (IHCN) work. Since 2021, IHCN has established new rules for additional residential units such as garden suites, garage conversions and laneway suites as well as fourplexes.

Meeting Details

What: Neighbourhood zoning review virtual community engagement meetings

When: There are three virtual sessions available for different areas of the city:

  • Northern Mississauga (Wards 5, 9, 10, 11): Thursday, November 7 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
  • Central Mississauga (Wards 3, 4, 6, 7): Thursday, November 14 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
  • Southern Mississauga (Wards 1, 2, 8): Thursday, November 21 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Residents are encouraged to attend the session tailored for their area, but are welcome to join any meeting that fits their schedule. The City’s Find My Ward map is available for those who want to determine the most appropriate meeting date based on their area.

For those unable to attend, a recorded presentation will be posted on the project website once the meetings are complete. Comments and questions are welcome anytime.

Where: Register online by visiting the YourSay – Increasing Housing Choices in Neighbourhoods website.

Background

  • Mississauga City Council supports exploring policies to introduce gentle density and build more housing.
  • In 2021, the City launched the Increasing Housing Choices in Neighbourhoods (IHCN) study to find ways to bring more housing choices to neighbourhoods.
  • In late 2023, the City updated its Official Plan and Zoning By-law to make it easier for homeowners to build:
    • Up to two additional residential units (ARUs) in addition to the primary home; or
    • A new fourplex on a lot (or convert their home into four separate units)
  • IHCN stemmed from Mississauga’s 2017 Making Room for the Middle affordable housing strategy. At the time, the City was one of the first municipalities in Canada to develop a housing strategy focused on middle-income earners.
  • Increasing the supply and variety of homes across Mississauga is a primary action in the City’s Housing Action Plan. Visit Growing Mississauga to learn more about the City’s efforts to get more homes built, streamline building approvals and make homes more affordable.

Visit the City’s Guide to Planning and Development to learn more about housing, growth and development in Mississauga.

November 4, 2024
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Bus Stop Impact – Cawthra Road (Stop #0493)

By Resources, Ward 1

Please be advised that stop #0493 on NB Cawthra Road at Arbor Court (SE corner) will be out of service at 8:00am Tuesday November 5 until further notice for construction works.

Patrons will be directed to the previous stop #0416 at Cawthra Park Secondary School which is approximately 200 metres to the south.

Stop #0493 is serviced by Route 8 North with continued accessible bus service at stop #0416.

November 4, 2024
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Fall Parks Clean-Up Event

By Events, Parks, Ward 1

Join Mississauga Parks staff for a group clean-up on
Saturday, November 9, 2024
9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Lakefront Promenade

Connect with your community and contribute to a litter-free Mississauga. Clean-up supplies will be provided at each location for those who register.

Pre-registration is required to participate in clean-up activities. By clicking the link above, you will be directed to a page on Eventbrite to complete your registration.
Parks.CommunityDevelopment@mississauga.ca

 

November 1, 2024
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Community Engagement for Programming at Carmen Corbasson

By Announcement, Resources, Ward 1
Progress is taking place at the Carmen Corbasson Community Centre and program planning is underway!

As part of our planning process, we’d like to engage with the community to inform the programming offerings within the facility to ensure we’re meeting needs.  As part of our efforts to get feedback from residents, we will be conducting the following:

Online survey
The online survey will run from November 1st – 30th
Questions will include needs and preferences specific to recreation and culture programs along with barriers residents may face accessing program at Carmen Corbasson Community Centre
In-person engagement session 
Tuesday, November 26th, 4:00-5:00 pm, Mississauga Seniors Centre, Lucy Turnbull Room
Virtual engagement session
Wednesday, November 27th, 5:00-6:00 pm, Webex

November 1, 2024
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Neighbourhood Zoning Review: Join a Virtual Community Meeting Mississauga South November 21st

By Announcement, Events, Planning & Development, Ward 1

Mississauga needs more housing options for families, older adults, students and the next generation who want to live in the city.

Currently, many homes in our neighbourhoods are located on large lots with two or fewer residents. The result is that some neighbourhoods are seeing their populations shrink despite a city-wide need for more housing.

The City’s Zoning By-law regulates the types of buildings that can be built in different parts of the city and how those buildings are used. Updating the City’s neighbourhood zoning to allow more housing choices like semi-detached and smaller detached homes is one way to add density in a gentle way.

You’re invited to join an upcoming virtual community meeting to learn more about the neighbourhood zoning review:

* Northern Mississauga (Wards 5, 9, 10, 11): Thursday, November 7 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

* Central Mississauga (Wards 3, 4, 6, 7): Thursday, November 14 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

* Southern Mississauga (Wards 1, 2, 8): Thursday, November 21 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Residents are encouraged to attend the session for their ward, but are welcome to join any meeting that fits their schedule.

Learn more and register

November 1, 2024
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