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Stephen Dasko

Park Clean-Up Event April 25th, 2026 10:00-11:30 a.m. A. E. Crookes Park

By Events, Parks

Park Clean‑Up Event – A. E. Crookes Park

Councillor Dasko would like to invite volunteers and neighbours to join him for a Park Clean‑Up Event at A. E. Crookes Park on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Please click the link below for more information and to register for the event:
👉 Click here to register

Students, this is a great opportunity to earn volunteer hours!

Thank you for helping keep our parks clean and welcoming!  Councillor Dasko is looking forward to seeing you there!

April 2, 2026
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Good Friday service hours at Peel Region    

By Announcement, Resources

BRAMPTON, ON (March 30, 2026) – Peel Region offices and non-emergency services will be closed for Good Friday on Friday, April 3, 2026. The following non-emergency services will reopen on Monday, April 6, 2026:

  • Service Peel Counters
  • ServiceOntario Counter
  • Dental Services Contact Centre and dental clinics
  • Early Years and Child Care Services(Child Care Subsidy reopens on April 7)
  • Family Health Call Centre
  • Baby Feeding Support Clinics
  • Housing Services
  • Ontario Works
  • Adult Day Services at all five Peel Region Long Term Care Centres, including virtual Adult Day Services

Harm reduction mobile vans will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026. Regular operations will resume on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 4 to 11 p.m.

All healthy sexuality clinics will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026. The Brampton and Fairview sexual health clinics are closed for walk-ins on Monday, April 6. Visit the healthy sexuality clinics webpage for more information.

All immunization clinics will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026. Phone support for reporting immunizations will be unavailable on Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, 2026. Parents can continue to report their children’s immunizations online.

Emergency shelter, food, or personal support

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

Emergency Peel Living maintenance requests

For emergency Peel Living maintenance requests, call our 24-hour request line at 905-790-7335.

TransHelp

All trips for Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4, must be booked by 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 2.

On Friday, April 3 (Good Friday):

  • Call TransHelp at 905-791-1015 if you need to cancel your trip.
  • Same-day trips are not available.
  • TransHelp will operate from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m.
  • The TransHelp office will be closed. Feedback, application, and payment processing will resume on Monday, April 6.

TransHelp offers bookings up to 7 days in advance. Consider booking your next trip early to ensure your holiday travel.

If you have any questions, email transhelp@peelregion.ca or call 905-791-1015.

Public transit

Visit  Mississauga Transit for holiday schedules.

Waste collection

There will be no change to your curbside garbage, organics, or yard waste collection due to Good Friday. Check your collection calendar to find your pickup day or sign up to receive free waste collection reminders.

For recycling pickup information, visit the Circular Materials website. 

Community Recycling Centres

All Community Recycling Centres (CRCs) will be closed Friday, April 3, Sunday, April 5 and Monday, April 6. CRCs will be open on Saturday, April 4, and will resume regular operations on Tuesday, April 7.

March 30, 2026
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Do you know someone that deserves recognition? Nominations are open

By Announcement

Recognize and celebrate outstanding contributors in your community through Mississauga’s annual Civic Recognition Awards Program

March 30, 2026

Nominations are open for the City of Mississauga’s 2026 Civic Awards of Recognition. Take this opportunity to celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals and businesses in our community by nominating them for an award. Your nomination can help shine a light on those who truly make a difference.

Until May 18, 2026, nominations are being accepted for remarkable individuals, community groups and businesses whose contributions inspire greatness, and help make Mississauga a special place to live, work, learn and play.

Achievements are recognized in the following five categories:

  • Voluntary Community Service: individuals or groups that have improved the quality of life in Mississauga through volunteer efforts.
  • Youth Community and Civic Engagement: youth between ages 14 and 24 who have contributed more than 140 volunteer hours to community or civic activities.
  • Achievement in Sports: athletes or teams that have won championships at a city-wide, regional, provincial, national or international level.
  • Achievement in Arts: artists or arts groups that have won competitions, juried shows or exhibitions. Outstanding accomplishments in academic fields may also be recognized.
  • City Volunteer Program: recognizes those nominated who have contributed several volunteer hours to community or civic activities through the City’s volunteer programs.

Nomination process:

  1. Visit the Civic Recognition webpage.
  2. Review the award criteria.
  3. Email civicrecognition.program@mississauga.ca with a description of the nominee’s achievement or community service activities.

The City will review nominations on a first-come, first-served basis. The nomination period will close at 11:59 p.m. EST on May 18, 2026.

Starting in 2026, the City will publish the names of all Civic Recognition Award recipients on its website, helping to highlight and showcase the meaningful contributions made across our community.

Nominees who qualify will be invited to receive their award during an evening ceremony at Mississauga City Hall on June 30, 2026.

For more information, visit the webpage.

March 30, 2026
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TransHelp ridership update

By Announcement, Resources

As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping you informed, we want to share some updates on TransHelp’s services and outline key information to help you plan your next trip with confidence.

Update on vehicle availability

During last month’s extreme cold, some newer buses had difficulty maintaining cabin heat. This issue has been resolved, and those buses are now back in full service.

Ridership remains at an all-time high

  • Demand for TransHelp is up 16% year over year. To help with the increase, we’ve added vehicles and staff.
  • We continue to accommodate 100% of advance bookings. At peak times, we may offer a nearby time if your preferred time is unavailable.

Same day and late bookings

  • With ridership at record levels, last-minute trips depend on availability and cannot be guaranteed.
  • If you pre-booked but miss your ride home, please contact us—we will send another vehicle as soon as possible.

Help us help you

  • Book early: You can book up to 7 days in advance for the best chance of getting your preferred times.
  • Use online booking: Booking and cancelling online helps keep phone lines open and reduces wait times. Sign up for online booking today!
  • Call during quieter hours: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. typically has shorter wait times.
  • Consider conventional transit: If you’re able to use MiWay or Brampton Transit for some trips, it frees up capacity for riders who cannot.
  • Cancel early: Early cancellations let us reassign trips to other passengers who need them.

Thank you for your patience and partnership as we manage higher demand. We remain committed to getting you where you need to go, safely and reliably.

March 30, 2026
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Coyote denning in your backyard?

By Announcement

Coyotes are part of our local wildlife, and you may see them more often during denning season, which runs from April to July. During this time, coyotes look for quiet, hidden places to raise their pups. If their usual natural areas become too busy because of construction, human activity, or off‑leash dogs, they may be pushed out and start choosing calmer spaces. This can include culverts, quiet backyards or even areas under porches that feel safe and protected.

During this season, coyotes may act more alert or protective, especially if you get close to a den without realizing it. You might see a coyote watching from a distance or “escorting” you by following or making noise to guide you away from its den. This behaviour is defensive and meant to protect its pups. You can help by giving coyotes space, keeping dogs on a short leash, avoiding unmarked, wooded paths and never feeding wildlife.

There are also steps you can take to make your yard less attractive to coyotes. Remove food sources like garbage, compost and fallen fruit. Clear wood piles or fallen branches, and close off openings under decks, sheds and porches. Culverts can be safely covered with meshing that still allows water to flow while preventing animals from entering.

If you find a den on your property or in a spot that affects public safety, don’t approach it. Report it to Mississauga Animal Services by calling 905‑896‑5858.

March 30, 2026
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Peel Region releases 2026–2030 Municipal Accessibility Plan

By Announcement

Peel Region releases 2026–2030 Municipal Accessibility Plan

Advancing inclusion, removing barriers, and building a more accessible community for all

BRAMPTON, Ont. – March 27, 2026. Peel Region has released its 2026–2030 Municipal Accessibility Plan outlining how it will continue to remove barriers and enhance inclusive services across Brampton, Mississauga, and Caledon. The plan reaffirms Peel Region’s commitment to building a barrier-free community where everyone can fully participate, regardless of ability.

As Ontario marks 20 years since the introduction of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the new 5‑year plan outlines the path forward. It details how Peel Region will continue to meet legislated requirements while intentionally embedding accessibility into its programs, services, facilities, and daily operations.

Accessibility impacts a growing number of people across the region. With more than 1 in 4 Ontarians identifying as having a disability, accessible transportation, digital services, public spaces, housing supports, and employment practices are essential to community participation, independence, and quality of life.

Informed by input from residents, caregivers, and community organizations, the plan reflects what the community identified as strengths — including strong satisfaction with TransHelp — and highlights areas for improvement, such as better service coordination and more accessible information.

The plan outlines concrete actions to:

  • make Peel’s customer service more inclusive: enhancing staff training, expanding service options (in-person, phone and online), and improving access to interpretation and alternative formats
  • advance digital accessibility: updating websites and online services to meet accessibility standards, simplifying forms and navigation, and ensuring compatibility with assistive technologies
  • create fair and accessible employment practices: removing barriers in hiring and onboarding, strengthening workplace accommodation supports, and promoting inclusive recruitment practices
  • broaden accessibility across public spaces: improving accessibility in Regional facilities (entrances, washrooms, service counters), enhancing signage and wayfinding, and incorporating accessibility into new builds and renovations
  • support accessible transportation: enhancing TransHelp services, improving coordination across transportation options, and strengthening communication with riders

Peel Region will continue to report publicly on its progress in accessibility and welcomes community feedback as it works toward a more inclusive, barrier-free future for all residents.

March 27, 2026
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Province approves plan for Mississauga’s growth and development

By Announcement, Planning & Development

The newly-approved Official Plan sets the vision for the City to 2051.

March 26, 2026

The Government of Ontario has approved Mississauga’s new Official Plan, a major milestone in shaping the City’s future growth and development.

On March 24, 2026, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing issued a Notice of Decision to approve the plan. This means Mississauga Official Plan 2051 is now in effect, replacing the City’s former Official Plan and amendments. All new development applications will now be required to be consistent with the new plan.

What’s in Mississauga Official Plan 2051?

Mississauga’s new Official Plan sets a vision for the future of our City. It helps guide growth in a way that supports vibrant neighbourhoods, strong communities and a high quality of life.

The policies in the new plan aim to:

  • Encourage more housing by allowing permissions for more than 370,000 new residential units city-wide by 2051, including more housing along transit corridors and gentle density in neighbourhoods.
  • Create more mixed-use communities by connecting residents to the services and amenities they rely on most.
  • Support job and economic growth by allowing for a broader range of uses in key employment areas, while protecting industrial uses from residential conversion.
  • Enhance transportation options by expanding infrastructure for walking, cycling and transit to reduce congestion and improve connectivity.
  • Strengthen environmental, cultural and heritage protections.

The Official Plan also outlines where development should occur and how essential services, infrastructure and amenities will come together to support a complete and livable city.

Photo of downtown Mississauga with urban park space low and high rise buildings

From vision to action

Under the Ontario Planning Act, the City is required to review and update its Official Plan every 10 years. The Official Plan review included extensive public engagement. City planners and staff heard from thousands of residents and businesses on key priorities, including housing, transit, job creation, heritage, diversity, infrastructure and environmental protection.

The Official Plan was adopted by City Council on April 16, 2025. It was then submitted to the Province for approval as required by the Planning Act.

The plan came into effect following the Province’s Notice of Decision; however, City staff are consolidating modifications issued by the Ministry as part of its approval. A final, consolidated version of the plan will be posted on the City’s Official Plan website in the coming weeks.

Mississauga’s new Official Plan will guide planning decisions across the City. It will help ensure growth is thoughtful, coordinated and aligned with the needs of residents today and in the future.

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“Mississauga’s new Official Plan maintains a thoughtful approach that will guide us into the future. The Province has endorsed our vision. This recognition marks an important milestone for us. I want to thank the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for confirming that our plan sets a clear framework to encourage growth, deliver more housing, support jobs and build livable communities now and into the future.” – Mississauga Mayor, Carolyn Parrish

“This is a proud moment for Mississauga as our new Official Plan is approved and the review process comes to a close. I’m confident that as development moves forward in line with this plan, it will help strengthen our economy, protect our environment and create a more complete, livable city for generations to come.” – Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning and Building

March 26, 2026
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