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Stephen Dasko

Test Shutdown -Nov. 18/24 – Safeway Cres., Sherway Dr., Proverbs Dr. & Brentano Blvd.

By Announcement

For the watermain construction project 23-1310 BD, residents will experience brief interruptions (approximately 15 minutes) to their water supply on Monday November 18th, 2024 between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.  Approximately 37 houses will be affected at:

  • 1461 to 1508 Safeway Crescent
  • 1462 to 1479 Sherway Drive
  • 2012 to 2031 Proverbs Drive
  • 1487 to 1530 Brentano Boulevard

Other information about this construction project is available online at https://peelregion.ca/construction/project-23-1310-d

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 13, 2024
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Metrolinx is making it easier for fans to get to the Taylor Swift concert!

By Announcement, Events, Transit

There will be special event service November 14-16 and 21-23 on the Lakeshore West and Lakeshore East lines to help get fans to and from the Taylor Swift concert safely.

Lakeshore West

Going to the concert:

  • On November 14, 15, 21, 22, extra trips will depart Oakville GO at 5:05 p.m., 5:35 p.m., and 6:05 p.m., making stops at Clarkson and Port Credit, then running express to Union Station.

Coming home safely:

  • On November 14, 15, 21, 22, an extra weekday trip will depart Union Station at 12:02 a.m., making all stops to Burlington GO.
  • On November 16 and 23, an extra weekend trip will depart Union Station at 11:59 p.m.., making all stops to Burlington GO.

We expect our trains and platforms to be busier than usual. During this busy time, all trains approaching each station will sound their bells and whistles to ensure customer safety. Please keep alert in crowded areas and stay well back from the yellow line on train platforms. Crossing train tracks is dangerous and illegal; only use the stairs or elevators to get to another platform.

November 12, 2024
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Mississauga’s Climate Lab

By Announcement, Resources

As part of the update of the Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP), the Environment team has launched a new platform: Mississauga’s Climate Lab. The Climate Lab provides information on climate change, actions the City is currently taking, and the update of the plan. It also describes some climate actions that other cities are taking and asks participants if they would support similar actions in Mississauga.

November 12, 2024
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Mississauga Mayor and City Council to address food insecurity crisis – City of Mississauga

By Announcement, Resources

Food bank use has grown significantly year over year in Mississauga and the need for sustainable funding need to be made a priority.

Media are invited to attend a press conference with Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish who, on behalf of City Council, will speak to food insecurity in Mississauga.

In recent months, food banks in Mississauga have experienced an unprecedented increase in demand. The number of individuals and families relying on food assistance has surged, reflecting the deepening economic challenges faced by many residents.

The press conference aims to bring attention to the critical issue of food insecurity and mobilize greater support and resources from other levels of government to address this urgent need.

Press conference details

What
A press conference with Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish and members of Council to address rise in food bank use locally.

When
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. (Time may be subject to change based on City Council meeting)

Who
Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish
Food Banks Mississauga CEO Meghan Nicholls
Members of Mississauga Council

Where
City Hall – Media Room – 3rd floor
300 City Centre Dr., Mississauga
The press conference will be streamed on the City’s website.

Media information

Attending virtually

Media attending virtually must RSVP to media@mississauga.ca to participate and ask questions. Confirmed media will be provided with a WebEx meeting request and log-in details to join the conference virtually.

If you’d like to use the Dejero system, please let us know in your rsvp and provide us with the email address that is linked to your Dejero system. We’ll send you a confirmation link closer to the start of the press conference that you can use to connect to our Dejero.

Attending in person

Media attending in person must RSVP to media@mississauga.ca.

Please proceed to the Great Hall and you will be escorted to the press room.

If parking in the City Hall parking garage, please take the parking garage elevator to the ground floor which gives you access to the Great Hall.

November 12, 2024
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Bus Stop Impacts – Dundas Street East (Stop #3536)

By Announcement, Transit

Please be advised that stop #3536 on WB Dundas Street west of Wharton Way, will be out of service effective 9:00am Wednesday November 13 until end of day Monday November 18 for construction works.

Patrons will be directed to the next stop #0876 at Treadwells Drive which is approximately 125 metres west.

Stop #3536 is serviced by Route 1/1C West with continued accessible bus service at Stop #0876.

November 11, 2024
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Water Interruption Notice -Nov. 13/24 – South Service Rd. & Cormack Cres.

By Announcement, Resources, Ward 1

For the watermain construction project 22-1395, residents will experience interruptions to their water supply on Wednesday November 13th, 2024 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.  Approximately 2 houses will be affected at:

  • 1422 South Service Road
  • 1623 Cormack Crescent

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 11, 2024
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Peel’s proposed 2025 Budget now available

By Announcement

Peel’s proposed 2025 Budget is now available at  peelregion.ca/budget. Regional Council discussions of the Operating and Capital Budgets begin on Thurs., Nov. 21 at 9:30 am with a presentation by Peel Regional Police.

The development of Peel’s 2025 proposed Budget was anchored to our Strategic Plan and the community priorities recommended for consideration prior to the budget.

The proposed 2025 Budget includes investments of $6.2 billion, making critical investments for our growing community to address the housing affordability crisis, accelerated housing enabling infrastructure, community safety, and affordability issues in the community. Additionally, there are enhanced investments in paramedic services and public health, the continued climate change emergency, and many other necessary programs with a high social impact that Peel supports and delivers.

Additional Resources

  • The Regional Council Budget meetings are open to the public and residents may attend. The meetings will also be live streamed at peelregion.ca/council/video
  • Anyone wishing to make representation to Regional Council should email their submission or request to delegate to the Office of the Regional Clerk at regional.clerk@peelregion.ca or call 905–791–7800, ext. 4545, at least 72 hours prior to the budget meeting (i.e. by 9:30 a.m. on the Monday prior to the meeting) for the purpose of listing your name and topic on the appropriate agenda
  • More information can be found at peelregion.ca/budget

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 8, 2024
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Cranberry Christmas Market – Spreading the word & Invitation to attend

By Events

Tis the season – MAC’s Cranberry Christmas Market is back!

Join MAC on December 7, 11 AM – 5 PM at Clarke Memorial Hall for their curated holiday market featuring over 30 local artisans, craft, and food vendors, as well as festive entertainment. You’ll be sure to find something for everyone on your list!

Sneak your gifts home by getting them gift wrapped by donation to Epilepsy South Central Ontario.

Admission is FREE but bringing nonperishable food items for The Compass Food Bank are encouraged.

Learn more: macarts.ca/cranberry

November 8, 2024
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Parks Seasonal Washroom Closure

By Announcement, Parks, Resources

Please be advised that Parks seasonal washrooms are now closed for the year, with re-opening scheduled for April 2025.  Our teams will be working across the City over the next month to complete the winterization process for these facilities, with support from FM to complete year-end extensive cleaning.  Our year-round Parks washrooms remain open and on a routine cleaning schedule.

For reference, noted below is the list of full-year/seasonal washrooms across the City.

Parks Washrooms

12 Month, insulated/heated – Open for use:

  • Lakeside Park
  • Richard’s Memorial Park
  • Jack Darling Memorial Park – Leash Free Zone only
  • Community Common
  • Dr. Martin L. Dobkin Park
  • Erindale Park
  • Visual Arts Mississauga @ Riverwood
  • A.E. Crookes (Lakefront Prom south launch ramp)
  • Marina Park (lighthouse)
  • R.K. McMillan Park
  • Garnetwood Park
  • Mount Charles Park
  • Lisgar Fields
  • Father Angelos Saad Memorial Park
  • Churchill Meadows CC/Mattamy Sports Park

Seasonal, non-insulated/non-winterized (Apr-Oct) – Now closed:

  • Birchwood Park
  • Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens
  • Jack Darling Memorial Park – East & West
  • Brickyard Park
  • J.C. Saddington Park
  • Lakefront Promenade – Douglas Kennedy/Central Headlands
  • Port Credit Village Marina
  • Hancock Woodlands
  • Dunton Athletic Fields
  • Fleetwood Park
  • Paul Coffey Park
  • Meadowvale Conservation Area
  • Lake Aquitaine Park – East & West
  • Tobias Mason Park
  • Courtneypark Athletic Fields
  • Meadowvale Sports Park
  • Friendship Community Park
  • Streetsville Memorial Park
  • Quenippenon Meadows Park
  • Mississauga Valleys Park
November 8, 2024
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