Please be advised that the full closure of South Service Road between Ogden Ave and Haig Blvd, previously scheduled to end on August 21, 2026, has been extended until September 4, 2026, weather permitting.
The extension is required due to multiple unforeseen utility and infrastructure conflicts encountered at the Ogden Avenue and South Service Road intersection, which have impacted the installation and activation of the permanent traffic signals. Additional time is necessary to resolve these conflicts and complete the remaining electrical work safely and efficiently.
The Contractor has coordinated the closure extension with MiWay, and MiWay has confirmed that there are no concerns with the extended closure period.
The detour route will continue to be implemented to safely guide motorists around the closure area.
We kindly request that the City and Region circulate a closure extension update to emergency and first-response services, including Fire, Paramedic, Police, and any other relevant agencies, to facilitate emergency response planning during the closure period.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as these works are completed. For further information, please contact 905-247-8730 or qewdixie@ghd.com.
A task force of leaders representing arts, heritage and creative industries was formed to develop a co-ordinated sector strategy, titled The Creative Advantage: A Transformational Action Plan.
Local government | June 24, 2026
Today, the City of Mississauga announced The Creative Advantage: A Transformational Action Plan for Mississauga’s Cultural and Creative Sector, a co-ordinated roadmap to strengthen, sustain and grow the City’s arts, heritage and creative industries. The plan was adopted by City Council following five months of engagement with the Mayor’s Arts and Museums Task Force.Developed by Mayor Carolyn Parrish in December 2025 and led by Ward 1 Councillor and Chair of the Task Force Stephen Dasko, with support from Deputy Mayor and Ward 4 Councillor John Kovac and Ward 3 Councillor Chris Fonseca, the Mayor’s Arts and Museums Task Force brought together 11 sector leaders across the arts, heritage and creative industries alongside City staff. Members identified the key barriers, opportunities and priorities facing the sector.
What the City heard
Through the engagement process, the Task Force identified six areas of need:
Greater access to cultural spaces.
Better opportunities for local artists and groups.
More cultural, creative events and programs.
Simpler processes for creative activations.
Collaborative marketing partnerships with the City.
Enhanced engagement, networking and information sharing.
A shared way of working
The sector strategy combines Task Force recommendations with a decade of City cultural strategy and policy work into 30 actions under five priorities:
Share the stories of the lands and people of Mississauga.
Optimize City systems and processes.
Build a sustainable creative economy.
Protect and create cultural spaces.
Elevate Mississauga as a significant cultural and tourism destination.
A corporate report highlights how implementation will require cross-departmental alignment, external partnerships and sustained investment, alongside provincial and federal support.
Next steps include supporting local arts and culture organizations, unlocking new spaces for creative activity and aligning funding for future sector growth.
The City is currently advancing related initiatives, such as the creation of a state-of-the-art music hub in the downtown and process improvements for supporting community-led creative projects.
“Mississauga is focused on ensuring everyone has the opportunity to take part and contribute to Mississauga’s cultural life. Over the past several months, the Mayor’s Arts and Museums Task Force brought together members of our cultural and creative community, Members of Council, and City staff for meaningful discussions. I am very happy to share that we have developed a common vision and clear priorities to guide Mississauga’s cultural future, shaped by the perspectives of a wide range of voices across our dynamic city.” – Mayor Carolyn Parrish
“As Chair of the Mayor’s Arts and Museums Task Force, I am proud of the work undertaken to identify the key barriers, opportunities and priorities facing Mississauga’s culture and creative sector. This work will help strengthen our ability to shape the city’s growth, while ensuring it remains sustainable and inclusive, honouring our past, celebrating our present and boldly inspiring our future.” – Stephen Dasko, Ward 1 Councillor and Chair of the Mayor’s Arts and Museums Task Force
Starting January 1, 2026, Ontario will complete its transition to extended producer responsibility (EPR) where producers—those that supply packaging and paper materials—will be fully responsible for funding and managing the program. This new system will be managed by Circular Materials, the administrator of the common collection system and a not-for profit organization that is committed to building efficient and effective recycling systems.
Any recycling collection and bin issues should be directed to GFL, the new collection contractor for recycling in Peel. Residents can reach out via email at peelrecycling@gflenv.comor call 1-877-268-4351.
For general questions about Ontario’s new recycling system, residents can contact Circular Materials at customerservice@circularmaterials.ca or call 1-877-667-2626.
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.
Staff are examining ways to support jobs while awaiting federal or provincial tariff relief.
Local government | August 25, 2026
Today, in light of unfair trade tariffs, Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish met with the President and CEO of the Mississauga Board of Trade David Wojcik, the City’s Acting Chief Administrative Officer, and the Director of Economic Development to map out ways the City can advocate for and support small and medium-sized businesses and jobs disrupted by uncertainty.The suspension of trade negotiations and escalation of US tariff policies against Canada present a significant and ongoing threat to Mississauga’s businesses and workers.
Mississauga’s economy is particularly vulnerable to US tariffs: 18 per cent of total employment – roughly 89,000 jobs – is tied directly to US exports. Key areas affected include automotive parts, machinery and electronics, plastics and rubber, furniture, and steel and aluminum products.
As a City, we are determined to stand up and defend these jobs and sectors. We are encouraged that the federal government today is rolling out rapid assistance to workers and businesses hit by this latest trade and economic turbulence.
These troubling trade developments imperil jobs and risk a spike in inflation. That is why we are exploring ways in which to help our local businesses.
Additionally, before today’s federal announcement, staff have already applied for $1.5 million in funding under the federal Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI). Securing this funding would help us deliver a trade mission acceleration program designed to help Mississauga’s small and medium-sized businesses diversify into non-US markets through export readiness training and trade missions.
It is clear that we must diversify our international trade partnerships. Mississauga has always been open to the world. That openness will facilitate an expansion of productive and solid international partnerships.
The City’s Partners in Trade roundtable will be consulted for further input from members on this critical, developing issue.
Starting Monday, September 7, MiWay will adjust service on select routes across the network to respond to evolving customer travel patterns and changing demand. MiWay regularly reviews how customers use each route to ensure service reflects demand. As part of this review, existing service resources will be reallocated to areas where they are most needed, with adjustments made on routes where demand has changed.
The key changes include:
Route 110 University Express update
Route 110 University Express will run more often between City Centre Transit Terminal and Clarkson GO Station. As part of this change, Route 110A University Express will be discontinued, with service merging with Route 110 University Express.
The route helps students, commuters and residents travel between downtown Mississauga, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), the Erin Mills community, and Clarkson GO Station.
Aligning service on busy routes
Existing service resources are being reallocated to areas where demand is strongest:
On weekdays during evening periods to Routes 20 Rathburn, 26 Burnhamthorpe and 53 Kennedy, and during peak periods to Routes 107 Malton Express and 108 Financial Express.
On weekends during core hours to Routes 3 Bloor, 5 Dixie, 26 Burnhamthorpe, 35 Eglinton, 61 Mavis, 66 McLaughlin, 107 Malton Express and 109 Meadowvale Express.
Service will also be adjusted on routes where demand has changed:
Route 18 Derry: Weekday peak-period frequency will be reduced. Customers along the corridor can continue to use Routes 42 Derry and 66 McLaughlin.
Route 9 Rathburn: Service to Erindale GO Station will be maintained during weekday morning and afternoon rush hours, when demand is highest. During midday and late evening, Route 9 will no longer serve Erindale GO Station.
School service resumes
Fall school service will resume, with schedules adjusted to updated school bell times. A new Route 305 Streetsville SS will connect Meadowvale Village with Streetsville Secondary School.
Platform and schedule updates
South Common Centre Bus Terminal will have platform changes and select routes will have schedule updates.
These adjustments are part of MiWay’s ongoing review of service levels to ensure existing resources remain aligned with customer demand and are used responsibly across the network. Thank you for your continued support of MiWay and our customers. The full list of route schedules and details is available on MiWay’s Service Updates page.
MiWay bus stops #0520 (eastbound) and #1102 (westbound) at the entrance to Erindale Park (Dundas St. at Nanticoke Rd.) will be out of service during the festival. Customers will be advised through City and MiWay communication channels to use nearby alternate stops and allow extra travel time, as increased traffic and lane closures may cause delays on Routes 1 Dundas and 101 Dundas Express.
Funding is available for organizations of all sizes; interested applicants are encouraged to attend a virtual information webinar.
City services | August 24, 2026
Not-for-profit organizations in Mississauga seeking financial support for the 2027 calendar year are encouraged to begin the application process for the City of Mississauga’s Culture and Community Grant Programs. Funding is available for organizations of all sizes, including small and grassroots groups that enhance and expand recreational opportunities, local events, arts programming, and other community initiatives in Mississauga.Organizations interested in applying to a grant program are encouraged to review the grant guidelines and attend one of the applicable virtual information webinars being held in September.
Not-for-profit community groups can apply for the following grants:
Grant funding for this program supports emerging and established, not-for-profit, professional and community-based arts, culture and heritage organizations in Mississauga. This grant supports the development of exemplary arts, culture programs and services with the intent to improve participation, understanding and appreciation of arts, culture and heritage for residents of Mississauga.
This program provides annual and multi-year grants to Mississauga-based, not-for-profit community groups to deliver programs and services that keep Mississauga residents active, healthy and engaged in their communities. The program aligns with the strategic priorities of the Recreation and Parks, Forestry and Environment Divisions. Eligible community groups include sports organizations, groups focused on youth, older adults, outdoor recreation, adaptive and inclusive recreation, and more.
Cultural traditions and celebrations are important to Mississauga residents and visitors. This program issues funding to offset expenses associated with providing arts, heritage and cultural festivals/celebrations to Mississauga residents and visitors.
Themed Youth in Culture, this program provides funding to organizations, collectives and Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) that deliver arts and culture projects that are culturally-responses to the needs of youth. The grant prioritizes youth-led projects that create small-scale cultural experiences for youth that reflect the unique interests and lived experiences of these groups.
This program provides grants to Mississauga-based, not-for-profit community groups to deliver small-scale projects, including active living and physical health programs, community-building activities, neighbourhood events, workshops and skill-building sessions, among others.
Please be advised that the City’s electronic permitting system (ePlans) will be unavailable from 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2026, until 7:00 a.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026 to accommodate a scheduled system upgrade.
During this period, users will not be able to access ePlans. Upon restoration of service on August 24, users will access the system through a new URL & redirect.
Users have been notified through established communication channels, and staff are working to minimize disruption during the transition.
The project commemorates a supersonic jet that was designed and built in the 1950s in Malton.
Entertainment and activities | August 19, 2026
The City of Mississauga, in partnership with the Malton Business Improvement Area (BIA), invites the community to attend an exciting unveiling of a replica of the Avro Arrow CF-105 (RL-201), which was permanently installed in the Flight Garden located within Paul Coffey Park.Join Mayor Carolyn Parrish, Ward 5 Councillor Natalie Hart, Members of Council, Sam Kohli, Chair, Malton BIA, project sponsors and other special guests for a commemorative outdoor ceremony that will include the official unveiling of the Avro Arrow. Additional event details can be found below.
When:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Where:
Paul Coffey Park (Flight Garden) 6990 Goreway Dr.
Mississauga, ON L4T 1A9
Who:
Mayor Carolyn Parrish
Ward 5 Councillor, Natalie Hart
Members of Council
Sam Kohli, Chair, Malton BIA
Project sponsors and special guests
Cost:
Free
The project commemorates a supersonic jet that was designed and built in the 1950s in Mississauga’s Malton neighbourhood. Impressively, the original Avro Arrow was the largest plane of its kind when built, measuring 55 feet wide and 72 feet long. The Arrow included many firsts: digital computers and computer numerical control machining were used in the design and components; computer-controlled navigation, weapons release, electronic counter measures and jamming technology. In its time, the jet had superior speed, lower weight and the ability to carry more payloads.
A two-day celebration of Panjabi music, art, creative expression and community comes to the Small Arms Inspection Building on August 21 and 22.
Entertainment and activities | August 17, 2026
For the first time in its 20-year history, 5X Fest is coming to Ontario. On August 21 and 22, 5X Fest, Canada’s leading Panjabi arts organizations, will host its first-ever event outside British Columbia at Mississauga’s historic Small Arms Inspection Building.5X Fest Mississauga, powered by CBC, is a two-day celebration of contemporary Panjabi (Punjabi) music, visual art, creativity and community.
The “5X Art Party x Inkquisitive” and “5X Blockparty” will bring internationally recognized artists together with the next generation of South Asian creatives. These events are rain or shine, accessible and conveniently located near multiple public transit options.
Made possible through a partnership with Mississauga Film and Music, 5X Fest Mississauga adds a major Panjabi arts and music celebration to the city’s cultural calendar while supporting Mississauga’s growing reputation as a live music destination.
5X Art Party x Inkquisitive
What
5X Art Party x Inkquisitive features globally renowned Panjabi artist Amandeep Singh, better known as Inkquisitive, for a one-night celebration of art, identity and creative expression.
This event marks the final stop of Inkquisitive’s 15-Year World Tour, celebrating 15 years of his work and creative impact. Throughout the night he will host an artist’s talk, showcase original artworks, and host a live auction of never before released pieces.
The evening will also include an exhibition featuring eight local emerging South Asian visual artists. Featured artists include Inkquisitive, Sharn Bassi, Priya Kaur Handa, Jasmin Pannu, Aakashdeep Bedi, Shweta Rastogi, Preet Kaur Pooni, CHAOSX and Amrita Sokhy Marwaha.
Tickets are $30.91 and may be purchased through Showpass.
Photo by Pardeep Singh
5X Blockparty
What
The 5X Blockparty celebrates Panjabi music, culture and community with performances from emerging and established artists. Experience a one-night outdoor festival featuring live performances, food and vendors, with some of the artists, DJs and producers shaping contemporary Panjabi music today and into the future.
Featured artists include Deep Jandu, Bhalwaan & Signature by SB, Desi Frenzy & Raj Hayre, GMINXR, J-Statik, Sonaali, Arch Heer33R & Taxsaal and more.
5X Fest is the leading Panjabi arts organization in Canada. The organization produces events, industry opportunities and inclusive spaces for Panjabi artists, audiences and allies to celebrate culture and creativity, build connections and promote a sense of belonging. Based in British Columbia, 5X Fest has produced more than 100 events and supported more than 500 artists over the last 20 years.
In 2023, Mississauga was named “Music City of the Year” by the Canadian Live Music Association and Canadian Music Week for its efforts to build a strong live music scene.
