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WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE Watermain Replacement and Improvement 1725 Dundas Street East Friday – August 22, 2025 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

By Resources, Ward 1

Peel Region regularly maintains and repairs the watermains in your area. Sometimes, we need to turn off your
water supply while we do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Friday August 22, 2025 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other unexpected events, we’ll 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 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 (starting in the basement/first floor and finishing on the top floor). You’ll 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)

Get the latest project updates
• Sign up for e-notices by visiting
peelregion.ca/construction/signup
• Project information can be found at peelregion.ca/construction/project-18-1310-c
• Follow Peel Public Works at X.com/peelpublicworks
We understand construction can be disruptive, and we appreciate your patience as we work to improve our community’s infrastructure. This work both maintains and improves Peel’s world-class water systems, allowing us to provide safe drinking water to support a thriving community for life.

If you have any questions, please contact us.
Water Linear Engineering
Engineering Services Division
Public Works, Peel Region
Email: construction@peelregion.ca
Phone: 905-791-7800 ext. 4409

August 21, 2025
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Get harvest ready at a fall garden care workshop

By Events

Register online to participate in a Homegrown Mississauga workshop to learn the fundamentals of how to plant fall crops, save seeds and get your garden ready for fall.

August 21, 2025

Do you want to keep your garden going this fall? The City, in partnership with Ecosource, is hosting a series of Homegrown Mississauga gardening workshops throughout the growing season. This “Fall Season Garden Care and Maintenance” workshop is the third in the series, which will run in September and October.

Attendees will learn sustainable and low-impact gardening tips to help keep their garden healthy as fall approaches.

These workshops support the Urban Agriculture Strategy by teaching residents gardening skills so that they can access healthy foods by growing them close to home.

What

An in-person workshop for residents with limited or no gardening experience. Residents will learn how to plant fall crops, like garlic and more, save seeds for future use and how to put their garden to bed. This workshop includes a hands-on activity where participants will be saving seeds from seed heads to grow in their garden next spring.

When

The same “Fall Season Garden Care and Maintenance” workshop will run at four different locations and dates throughout September and October.

Where

Cost

Free – online registration is required as space is limited. Everyone is welcome. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Subsequent winter workshops will cover topics such as sprouting, indoor growing techniques, seed selection and garden visioning for next year.

August 21, 2025
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WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE Watermain Replacement and Improvement 1725 Dundas Street East

By Resources, Ward 1

Peel Region regularly maintains and repairs the watermains in your area. Sometimes, we need to turn off your water supply while we do this work.

Your water will be turned off on Thursday August 21, 2025 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other unexpected events, we’ll 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 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 (starting in the basement/first floor and finishing on the top floor). You’ll 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)

Get the latest project updates
• Sign up for e-notices by visiting peelregion.ca/construction/signup
• Project information can be found at peelregion.ca/construction/project-18-1310-c
• Follow Peel Public Works at X.com/peelpublicworks

We understand construction can be disruptive, and we appreciate your patience as we work to improve our community’s infrastructure. This work both maintains and improves Peel’s world-class water systems, allowing us to provide safe drinking water to support a thriving community for life.

If you have any questions, please contact us.
Water Linear Engineering
Engineering Services Division
Public Works, Peel Region
Email: construction@peelregion.ca
Phone: 905-791-7800 ext. 4409

August 19, 2025
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Dogs Only Swim

By Events, Ward 1

The annual Dogs Only Swim is coming up on Saturday, September 6, 2025, taking place at three outdoor pools in Mississauga. Register for your 1-hour time slot starting August 15, 2025 at 6 a.m. on Active Mississauga.

Lions Club of Credit Valley Outdoor Pool

  • 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
  • 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • 1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
  • 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Please note the following requirements for entry:

  • Proof of up-to-date vaccinations
  • Pet licence
  • Completed waiver form

Donations to the Animal Services Special Care for Animals and Resources Fund (SCARF) are optional, but highly encouraged! Your donations will help animals in the care of Mississauga Animal Services recover until they are healthy enough to be adopted. Your donations can:

  • Provide extra veterinary care and specialized surgeries
  • Purchase shelter items and medications for the animals
  • Support spay and neuter of adoption animals
  • Provide funds to the animal foster care program
  • and more!
August 18, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION NOTICE – 876/878 Atwater Ave, Mississauga – Wednesday, August 13th, 2025. From 9:00am to 5:00pm

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 Wednesday, August 13th, 2025. From 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: Wednesday, August 13th, 2025. From 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Location:  876/878 Atwater Ave, Mississauga.                                

Addresses Affected: 2043959, 2043960 Atwater Ave, Mississauga.                            

Project #:  C-603870

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #   437-220-6987.

August 18, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION NOTICE – 1338 Kenmuir Ave, Mississauga – Wednesday, August 20th, 2025. From 9:00am to 5:00pm

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 Wednesday, August 20th, 2025. From 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: Wednesday, August 20th, 2025. From 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Location:  1338 Kenmuir Ave, Mississauga                          

Addresses Affected: 1317-1384 Kenmuir Ave, 433 Orano Ave, Mississauga.                           

Project #:  C-603111

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #   437-220-6987

August 18, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY TEST SHUTDOWN – 970 East Ave, Mississauga – Thursday August 21st, 2025. From 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

By Resources, Ward 1

The Region of Peel 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 work on the system or conduct tests.

On Thursday August 21st, 2025. From 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Please expect a brief water outage and loss of water pressure while we work in your area.  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 test shutdown

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:         Thursday, August 21st, 2025. From 9:00am to 11:00am.

Location:                    970 East Ave, Mississauga.

Affected Addresses: 830, 832 Lakeshore Rd E. 930- 938 East Ave.  

Project #:                   C-601373

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #               437-220-6987.

August 18, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION NOTICE – 1338 Kenmuir Ave, Mississauga – Tuesday, August 19th, 2025. From 9:00am to 5:00pm

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 Tuesday, August 19th, 2025. From 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, August 19th, 2025. From 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Location:  1338 Kenmuir Ave, Mississauga                           

Addresses Affected: 1317-1384 Kenmuir Ave, 433 Orano Ave, Mississauga.                         

Project #:  C-603110

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #   437-220-6987

August 18, 2025
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WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE Watermain Replacement and Improvement 1725 Dundas Street East – Wednesday August 20, 2025 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

By Resources, Ward 1

Project 18-1310 C2

Peel Region regularly maintains and repairs the watermains in your area. Sometimes, we need to turn off your water supply while we do this work.
Your water will be turned off on Wednesday August 20, 2025 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other unexpected events, we’ll 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 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 (starting in the basement/first floor and finishing on the top floor). You’ll 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)

Get the latest project updates
• Sign up for e-notices by visiting peelregion.ca/construction/signup
• Project information can be found at peelregion.ca/construction/project-18-1310-c
• Follow Peel Public Works at X.com/peelpublicworks

We understand construction can be disruptive, and we appreciate your patience as we work to improve our community’s infrastructure. This work both maintains and improves Peel’s world-class water systems, allowing us to provide safe drinking water to support a thriving community for life.

If you have any questions, please contact us.
Water Linear Engineering
Engineering Services Division
Public Works, Peel Region
Email: construction@peelregion.ca
Phone: 905-791-7800 ext. 4409

August 18, 2025
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Peel addresses affordability barriers for families who need support to access quality child care

By Resources

BRAMPTON, Ont. – August 12, 2025.

Many families living in Peel region still need financial help to access quality licensed child care despite the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) plan. CWLECC is critical to improving affordability and access for families with children birth to 6 years old. However, it doesn’t address the affordability barriers for families of children ages 6 to 12 who need before and after-school care.

To support families with school aged children, in the fall of 2023 Peel Region introduced a Before and After-school Affordability and Enrichment program that reduces the fee families pay by 50 percent. Peel also provided funding for enrichment activities. These could be athletic or artistic such as sports, music and dance, or programs that support education or independence such as STEAM programs and homework assistance. The program is available to children attending licensed centre-based and home child care providers.

In the first year, 34 providers participated and supported 6,254 spaces. For the current 2024-2025 school year there are 38 providers participating that supported 7,794 spaces.  Feedback from providers and families have been positive. For example, families say that the lower fees encouraged them to enroll their children, helped them with covering essential living expenses, reduced their financial stress and improved their overall home life. Providers reported an increase in enrollment due to the lower fees.

Peel will continue its Before and After-school Affordability and Enrichment program for the upcoming 2025 to 2026 school year based on the availability of provincial funding. Funding availability and ongoing impact of the program will determine if Peel continues it in the future.

In addition to children 6 to 12 years old, CWELCC does not fully address affordability for lower income families who need more financial support to access child care.

The child care subsidy program helps families with lower income pay for licensed child care. Families must show they need child care due to employment, education, training, or special circumstances.

The current $20,000 annual income threshold to qualify for full subsidy was established in 2007. However, it has not kept pace with the cost of living or the Statistics Canada Low-Income Measure for a family of four, which was $60,510 in 2023. Peel is calling on the Ontario government to increase the threshold.

The amount of subsidy families receive is based on the adjusted net income from their most recent tax return. The portion of child care that they pay is called their “parental contribution,” which increases when families earn a higher income. Families who receive subsidy and earn more than $20,000 a year must pay a parental contribution while families earning less do not have to pay it.

Child care subsidy is an essential support for families who cannot afford the full cost of child care. An update to the child care subsidy income threshold that reflects inflation is critical to providing universal and equitable access to child care.

August 18, 2025
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