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Stephen Dasko

PRP Update: Significant Decrease in 911 Call Wait Times

By Announcement

Today, November 19th, Peel Regional Police released new data that shows 9-1-1 call wait times decreased by approximately 80% in 2024.

This significant decrease can be attributed to support from the Region of Peel and Peel Police Service Board, public education campaigns on the misuse of 9-1-1, investments in new technology such as Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG 9-1-1), and the dedicated of our 9-1-1 communicators. These efforts have also resulted in a 92% increase in calls being answered within 15 seconds compared to last year.

Earlier this year, Peel Regional Police made history as the first large Public Safety Answering Point in Canada to implement NG 9-1-1, with funding support from the federal and provincial government. The new system, which will be implemented in phases over multiple years, enables community members to connect faster with first responders during emergencies. This includes a new feature, the Automated Abandoned Call-Back system, which provides the caller with clear instructions to acknowledge if the call was a misdial or an emergency. To date, the system has processed over 75,000 hang-up calls.

We would like to continue to remind members of our community of when to call the non-emergency line vs. 9-1-1:

  • Emergency (911) should be called in emergency situations such as life threatening situations or crimes that are in progress. This line directs you to police, fire or ambulance services.
  • Non-Emergency (905-453-3311) should be called to report incidents that are non-urgent or non-life-threatening, such as reporting a crime with a delay (e.g. that occurred last night) or reporting a crime with no suspect.

November 19, 2024
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For a Growing Skyline By: Andrea Josic, Mississauga’s Poet Laureate

By Food for thought

For a Growing Skyline
By: Andrea Josic

Mississauga—meaning:
“The River of the North of Many Mouths”
A meeting point for the water and land
where the sailboats kiss along the midpoint of its shore
and dance in the hushed haze of the night sky
The people of this land lifelined across the rivers
to their kin and neighbours
and I like to think today’s skyline twinkles for all of us
nearly 1,000,000 shooting stars
every joyous face, like smiles marking pins on a world map
across our brief city limit
For decades, families have fed the ducks in Kariya Park
under summer’s promising breeze
or ice skated in endless circles in our city’s centre
under winter’s subdued skies
In each beautiful season
our community built stronger than the etching skyscrapers
Children’s wonder follow the pinball’s birthday party thwack
teenagers peruse the malls with hopeful $10 pockets
and parents teach their kids to bike ride behind grocery store plazas
I know we used to flow along gentle fields surrounding sparse high rises
and although a growing city brings shade in its afternoons
it never darkens its brightening future
Each corner of this city carries with it a unique melody
Dozens of brick villages led to this present union
all eager to move forward, clutching each other’s hearts
as we grow and develop as a city
Even amidst the busiest highways
where we hurry to reach our community
and the loudest skies
where we fly to bring our loved ones over
all so we can share our special places
with them

November 19, 2024
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This Is It! Poem read at Remembrance Day by Councillor Dasko

By Food for thought

This Is It!

The cannon is muzzled, the planes are nested,

the navies anchored.

The silence breaks to a bird’s song, a child’s laugh.

The assembly line turns from the products of death

to the simple wares of Peace.

The bayonet is put away and the ploughshare lifted again.

 

This is the Peace we have bought

with blood and sweat and tears.

This is the liberty, this is the freedom,

This is the to-morrow of our yesterdays.

 

And this is the lesson learned:

That Freedom must be nurtured or it dies;

That a country’s hunger is a world’s shame;

That brotherhood is not bound by the barriers of tongue.

 

This is our post-war world,

This is the land, the life we’ve won,

The future is now begun.

 

August Sixteenth, Nineteen Fourty-Five

T.Eaton Co. Limited

 

This Poem was posted by Maureen O’Neill on Facebook, found in her Mother’s scrapbook.

T Eaton & Co Ltd. full page ad in the Toronto Star, 1945

November 19, 2024
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Light Up the Square to transform winter nights into a technicolour wonderland

By Announcement, Events

Magical times are upon us! Join us for an enchanting evening as we kick off the holiday season with Mayor Parrish, Members of Council and special guests to light Mississauga’s 35 foot Christmas tree. All are welcome to join Light Up the Square this Saturday, November 23, 2024.

What:

Light Up the Square 2024

When:

Saturday, November 23, 2024
5 to 9 p.m.

Evening agenda:
5 p.m. – DJ  D-Smooth Live Spin
5:20 p.m. – Twisted Dog Theatre Puppet Show
6:15 p.m.  – Performance by noelle
7 p.m. – Ceremony and lighting of the Christmas tree
7:20 p.m. – Encore performance by noelle
7:50 p.m. – U.N. Jefferson
8:20 p.m. – Trash Panda Brass

Where:

Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.

Free underground parking available onsite

Cost:

Free

Enjoy live performances and be wowed by the puppetry of Twisted Dog Theatre. Visit moonGARDEN by Lucion, a whimsical installation that will call Celebration Square home until January 6, 2025. This year’s event will also feature a dazzling projection mapping installation by Mississauga artists on the façade of Hazel McCallion Central Library all weekend long. Plus, experience the perfect holiday blend with NMTO — savour tasty food truck bites while shopping unique gifts from local artisan vendors in our festive Holiday Hall!

For more information, visit the event page.

November 18, 2024
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Test Shutdown -Nov. 25/24 – Safeway Cres. & Sherway Dr.

By Resources, Ward 1

For the watermain construction project 23-1310 BD, residents will experience brief interruptions (approximately 15 minutes) to their water supply on Monday November 25th, 2024 between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.  Approximately 21 houses will be affected at:

  • 1461 to 1508 Safeway Crescent
  • 1462 to 1479 Sherway Drive

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 18, 2024
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Free parking in Port Credit Christmas Season Nov. 30 to Jan 15

By Announcement, Parking, Ward 1

Councillor Dasko has once again arranged for FREE parking in Port Credit from November 30 to January 15! Enjoy stress-free shopping, dining, and exploring in Port Credit over the holiday season without the worry of parking fees. Come down, support local businesses, and make the most of this festive time in #INThePort!

🎄🛍️ #Mississauga #PortCredit #ShopLocal #FreeParking

November 18, 2024
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How to access Peel Region’s services during Canada Post Labour Disruptions

By Announcement

BRAMPTON, ON (Nov. 15, 2024) – Peel Region has adjusted delivery methods to keep services on track during the Canada Post strike and minimize impact to the community. Peel Region is committed to keeping the community informed of service impacts as they occur.

Staying Informed

Alternative service delivery methods and updates are posted on our website and social media channels.

For updates on the strike, visit canadapost.ca.

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 18, 2024
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UPDATE Peel Regional Police – Public Safety Alert /Sexual Assault Investigation

By Uncategorized

Region of Peel – Investigators from the Peel Regional Police Special Victims Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in relation to a sexual assault investigation.

On Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 6:45 a.m., a 21-year-old woman was at a bus stop at Airport Road and Humberwest Parkway in the City of Brampton when an unknown suspect offered her a ride.  The suspect proceeded to drive the victim to the area of Countryside Drive and Airport Road in the City of Brampton, where he allegedly sexually assaulted her.

The suspect is described as a male, South Asian, approximately 20 – 30 years of age, with short black hair and a black short beard, and a medium to muscular build.

The suspect vehicle is described as a newer model 4-door sedan.

Investigators are seeking anyone with dashcam footage between 6:40 a.m., and 8:30 a.m. from the above mentioned area to come forward.  Video footage can be submitted via the link:

The same suspect is believed to have committed a sexual assault against an 18-year-old woman in Brampton on Friday, November 8, 2024, and is also believed to be responsible for an incident in the York Region (Vaughan).

Police are urging members of the public not to accept any unsolicited offers of transportation from anyone unknown to them.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact investigators of the Special Victims Unit at 905-453-2121, extension 3460.

Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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This morning, Peel Regional Police announced the arrest of a 22-year-old man from Brampton, Arshdeep Singh, in connection with multiple sexual assault investigations involving three female victims.

The accused has been charged with the following offenses:

  • Kidnapping (X3)
  • Sexual Assault
  • Sexual Assault with a Weapon
  • Sexual Assault by Strangulation
  • Robbery
  • Utter Threats (X2)

All three incidents involved adult female victims waiting at bus stops in Brampton. In each case, a black four-door sedan approached the victim, claiming to be a rideshare service and speaking Punjabi. The victims were then transported to a different location and sexually assaulted.

Investigators believe there may be additional victims and are urging anyone with information to contact the Special Victims Unit at 905-453-2121, ext. 3460. Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca

Peel Regional Police remind the public to exercise caution and avoid accepting unsolicited transportation offers from unknown individuals.

For more information and to share details about the suspect and the incidents, please see PRP’s news release here: https://x.com/PeelPolice/status/1861794343398392216

November 18, 2024
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Water Interruption Notice – C-604089, 581 Lynd Ave, Mississauga, Tuesday November 19

By Resources, Ward 1

The Peel Region Public Works department regularly maintains and repairs the water system to make sure you have a consistent supply of quality drinking water. Sometimes we must turn off your water supply while we do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Tuesday, November 19th, 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 19th, 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Location:  581 Lynd Ave

Addresses Affected: 1495 Garnet Ave; 529 – 581 Lynd Ave

1473 – 1436, 1430 and 1426 Radcliffe Blvd

Project #:  C-604089

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone #               437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

November 15, 2024
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