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Make a splash this summer: Mississauga’s spray pads are now open

By Announcement, Parks, Resources

Mississauga’s spray pads open today, Friday, May 15. Outdoor pools will open June 13.

Entertainment and activities | May 15, 2026

Whether you prefer to get your feet wet or go for a deep dive, Mississauga’s spray pads and pools are a great way to stay active and cool all summer long.

Spray pads

Mississauga has more than 30 spray pads across the city. Families can enjoy them through to September, weather permitting. Spray pads open daily at 9 a.m. and are unsupervised.

Spray pads are free to use and easy to visit. They are a safe and fun way to cool down on hot days. Use the online map to find a spray pad near you.

Celebration Square wading pool

Visiting Celebration Square? The wading pool is open and free to use. It is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. until Labour Day and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. after Labour Day (times adjusted as per daylight hours).

The water is shallow and designed for young children, but the wading pool is not supervised. Parents and guardians must stay close and actively watch their children. There is plenty of seating nearby to help you keep an eye on the fun.

Pool schedules

Outdoor pools

Save the date! All outdoor pools will open for the summer season on Saturday, June 13 (weather permitting).

Pre-season

June 13 – June 28 (select times only), weather permitting.

Regular season

June 29 – September 7.

All indoor pools will be closed on Canada Day, July 1. Outdoor pools will be open, but make sure to check with your local pool to confirm holiday swim schedules.

Indoor pools

The City’s indoor pools are currently operating on the Spring Schedule. Visit the City’s website for drop-in schedules and pool hours.

Summer Season begins on Monday, June 29 and ends on Sunday, September 6, 2026.

When outdoors

When enjoying some outdoor fun in the sun, remember to stay hydrated, apply sunscreen and wear light clothing.

Get more information about swimming in the city.

Find a park or spray pad in your area.

Take MiWay for your summer fun

Planning to visit a spray pad, wading pool or an indoor or outdoor pool in the city? Enjoy an affordable outing with MiWay. With a PRESTO Card, children (ages six to 12) and seniors (65+) ride free, while youth (ages 13 to 19) travel for just $2.90 per ride. Youth, ages 12 to 16, who apply for a Sauga Summer Pass enjoy free MiWay rides and public swims from June 26 to September 7.

For updates on any service disruptions at the City’s spray pads or pools, call 311 or follow @saugaparksrec on X.

May 15, 2026
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Pet lovers invited to Mississauga Animal Services’ Adopt‑a‑thon

By Events

Special benefits will be offered to pet adopters and current pet owners during the Adopt‑a‑thon.

City services | May 15, 2026

Calling all animal lovers! Join Mississauga Animal Services for their spring Adopt‑a‑thon. Adopt a new furry friend, like a dog or a cat, and get helpful services for the pet you already have. The City is hosting this event to help as many animals as possible find safe, loving homes and to connect residents with affordable services that make pet care easier.

From June 5 to 7, people who adopt a pet can enjoy a 50 per cent discount on most adoption fees and all new pet licences.

Current pet owners can take part too. If your pet is already licensed, you can get a 50 per cent discount on microchipping, get free, on‑site support from an expert dog trainer, and visit a vaccine clinic on Friday, June 5. If you are licensing your pet for the first time during the event, you will receive a 50 per cent discount.

Cats, dogs and rabbits will be available at the shelter for adoption. View available pets online.

Event details

What

Mississauga Animal Services’ Adopt-a-thon event.

Who

The event is open to everyone. No appointment is needed but wait times may vary. You must be 18 years or older to adopt.

Why

Helping as many pets find safe, loving homes and connecting residents with affordable pet care services.

When

Friday, June 5 to Sunday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day

Where

Mississauga Animal Services
735 Central Parkway West
Mississauga, ON L5C 4H4

What’s included with your adoption?

After you choose your pet, staff will make sure your new companion is healthy and ready to go home.

Pets adopted during the Adopt‑a‑thon receive:

  • 50 per cent discount on adoption fees for most animals (discount does not apply for pocket pets such as hamsters and guinea pigs).
  • A full health check.
  • Free first vaccines (Rabies not included).
  • Microchip implantation (price included in the adoption fee).
  • A free spay or neuter voucher if your new pet has not had the surgery yet.
  • 50 per cent discount on your new pet licence.

Before adopting, please read the City of Mississauga’s Animal Care and Control By-law. These rules help keep animals safe and cared for. Learn more about the adoption process and view available animals online.

Why adopt from Mississauga Animal Services?

When you adopt from the shelter, you give an animal a second chance at a happy life. You also help reduce the number of animals without homes and support animal care in your community.

All pets available for adoption receive basic medical care, including vaccines and spay or neuter surgery. This can help save you money on future pet costs.

First‑time pet owners can also get helpful tips on training, food and exercise to make bringing a new pet home easier.

Learn more about adopting a pet.

Benefits for existing pet owners

Mississauga residents with licensed pets, or pets they plan to license, can visit the shelter during the Adopt-a-thon to get the following benefits:

  • 50 per cent discount on microchip implantation.
  • 50 per cent discount on new pet licences.
  • Free advice from a dog trainer.
  • Helpful tips and information from shelter staff.
  • Access to an on-site vaccine clinic on Friday, June 5.

Vaccine clinic information

The vaccine clinic will be held on June 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To book an appointment, please call the Animal Shelter at 905-896-5858 and press extension 3. Appointments are recommended and will be served first. Walk-ins are welcome, but wait times may vary.

Vaccination fees:

  • Rabies vaccination: $25
  • Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza and Parvovirus (DHPP) vaccination: $25
  • Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus and Panleukopenia (FVRCP) vaccination: $25
May 15, 2026
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Mississauga’s Carmen Corbasson Community Centre recognized for design excellence

By Announcement, Ward 1

Carmen Corbasson Community Centre has been named a recipient of the 2026 Ontario Association of Architects Design Excellence Award, marking a significant achievement for the City of Mississauga. The prestigious award recognizes projects that demonstrate architectural excellence and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.

City building | May 15, 2026

The Community Centre, which re-opened in 2025 following extensive renovations, was selected and recognized for its thoughtful design, sustainable features, and strong focus on community use. The project reflects the City’s commitment to delivering high‑quality public spaces that meet the needs of residents. The facility was designed by Toronto-based firm, Diamond Schmitt Architects and was constructed by Aquicon Construction. It was delivered through a collaborative effort involving City teams from Facilities and Property Management, Recreation and Culture, and Parks, Forestry and Environment.

About the design

Designed as a “pavilion in the forest,” re-designed Carmen Corbasson Community Centre strengthens its relationship to its woodland surroundings through a simple rectangular mass timber structure, introducing transparency and framing nature as an active participant in daily recreation. The 45,000-square-foot expansion integrates a pool, fitness centre, and aerobics studio with the existing arena and gymnasium complex.

Unifying multiple construction eras, the project extends the original building’s architectural logic while resolving circulation and accessibility challenges, and drawing daylight deep into the interior. The result is a design that expands programming opportunities, while renewing the centre’s role as a vibrant community hub.

Background

The Ontario Association of Architects Design Excellence Awards recognize outstanding architectural projects across the province that demonstrate design quality and a positive impact on communities.

In 2026, the Ontario Association of Architects selected 20 finalists through a jury of design professionals. This year’s finalists represent a range of building types, including sustainably designed community centres, innovative housing projects, revitalized academic and cultural facilities, and transformative public spaces.

The awards highlight the work of Ontario architects who design spaces, buildings and communities that enhance the environment and support meaningful human activity.

Quotes

“Being recognized with a 2026 Ontario Association of Architects Design Excellence Award is a tremendous honour for the City of Mississauga and for everyone involved in delivering the redevelopment of Carmen Corbasson Community Centre. This facility reflects our commitment to high-quality, sustainable design that supports community well-being and creates lasting value for residents. I am incredibly proud of the interdisciplinary City teams whose collaboration and dedication brought this vision to life.” – Raj Sheth, Commissioner, Community Services

“This recognition reflects the leadership and collaboration behind the project, from early design through delivery. By working closely with our project partners, we were able to create a well-designed space that balances design excellence with functionality, sustainability and community needs.” – Anna Cascioli, Director, Facilities & Property Management

Award winners

May 15, 2026
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Gear up for this season’s Community Rides

By Events

Join Mississauga’s Community Rides to get to know your community, explore a neighbourhood and stay active all on a bike.

City services | May 14, 2026

Ready to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather? This season, explore your city on two wheels. From May to October, the City is hosting free, guided community bike rides in different neighbourhoods throughout the city. Residents can join a ride and get comfortable riding on different paths while meeting others in the community and staying active.

Bring your bike and helmet. If you don’t have one, consider renting one of the City’s shared e-bikes.

Event details

What

Community Rides are free, guided bike rides that take place in different neighbourhoods in Mississauga.

Who

Mississauga residents of all ages and cycling abilities who are looking to be active outdoors and want to explore the city by bike. Riders of all skill-levels are welcome.

When/Where

Community Rides take place every two weeks on Saturdays between May and October. This year, there will be 15 Community Rides throughout Mississauga. They are eight or 16 kilometres in length.

Register

If you’re interested in participating in a ride, you must register online in advance. Be ready with your bike and helmet at the starting location before the start time. City staff will be there to guide participants and answer any questions.

2026 Community Rides schedule

May

June

  • Saturday, June 20 at 10 a.m.: Port Credit ride, starts at Port Credit Memorial Arena.
  • Saturday, June 27 at 10 a.m.: Applewood ride, starts at Garnetwood Park.

July

  • Saturday, July 4 at 10 a.m.: Streetsville ride, starts at River Grove Community Centre.
  • Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m.: Clarkson ride, starts at Clarkson Community Centre.

August

  • Saturday, August 8 at 10 a.m.: Lisgar ride, starts at Tobias Mason Park.
  • Saturday, August 22 at 10 a.m.: Sheridan ride, starts at Sheridan Park.

September

  • Saturday, September 5 at 10 a.m.: Meadowvale ride, starts at Meadowvale Community Centre.
  • Saturday, September 19 at 10 a.m.: Malton ride, starts at Malton Community Centre.

October

Join the Bike Challenge

The Bike Challenge is a fun way to get active while giving back to your community. To join, simply log the kilometres you ride on your bike from now until Wednesday, September 30. Your entry will be added to the total.

For every 50 kilometres you log, the City will plant one tree to count towards the One Million Trees program. Consider joining the City’s Community Rides, renting an e-bike or finding a new trail to ride to help you gain more distance. Log your distance.

At the end of the Bike Challenge, the City will host a tree planting event. Details will be shared at a later date.

Learn more about Community Rides and register for rides at mississauga.ca/communityrides.

Learn more about the Bike Challenge at campaign.mississauga.ca/bike-challenge/

May 14, 2026
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What’s open and closed in Mississauga this Victoria Day

By Announcement, Resources

City administrative offices and various facilities will be closed on Monday, May 18, with schedules varying for some facilities.

City services | May 12, 2026

City of Mississauga administrative offices as well as many library, cultural and recreational facilities will be closed on Victoria Day (Monday, May 18), with schedules varying by facility.

During this closure, City response times to resident inquiries will be limited.

The statutory holiday schedule includes hours of operation for:

  • Administrative offices for City Hall, Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services, Animal Services, Library, Recreation facilities, Mississauga’s Seniors’ Centre, Museums of Mississauga and Legislative Services.
  • MiWay – service will run on a holiday schedule. Visit the webpage for more information on transit service levels and customer service.

311 Citizen Contact Centre

The contact centre will be closed on Monday, May 18 and will re-open on Tuesday, May 19. Leading up to the statutory holiday, residents can dial 311 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. from Monday to Friday to speak to a Customer Service Advisor who can assist with inquiries. For urgent issues on weekends, statutory holidays or overnight, dial 311 and select option two for after-hours dispatch service. For emergencies, dial 911. Residents can also submit requests 24/7 online.

A full list of City services and hours of operation during Victoria Day is available on the City’s website.

For a list of Region of Peel service hours, please visit the Region’s website.

May 12, 2026
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Big trucks, big fun: Join Family Fun Day in celebration of National Public Works Week

By Events

On Saturday, May 23, get up close to the City’s trucks and equipment, meet City staff and join fun, free, family-friendly activities.

Entertainment and activities | May 11, 2026

On Saturday, May 23, the City of Mississauga is celebrating its public works professionals and recognizing the important work they do with the return of its free National Public Works Week Family Fun Day event – and you’re invited!

The City’s public works professionals play an important role in keeping Mississauga residents and visitors safe. They maintain roads, sidewalks, parks, natural areas, bike lanes, transit stops, stormwater infrastructure and more. National Public Works Week (May 17-23, 2026) recognizes how these professionals enhance the quality of life in our communities.

Family Fun Day is a great opportunity to meet City staff and learn more about their work through a variety of interactive family-friendly activities. Get up close to the equipment and trucks and join in on the fun.

Event Details:

What

National Public Works Week Family Fun Day event.

Pick up a passport from any of the event stations and get a stamp at every station you visit.

Submit your completed passport for the chance to win a prize.

Event activities include:

  • ‘Touch a Truck’ and equipment displays (e.g., snow plow, MiWay bus, front-end loader). This year, the City will have its new windrow-clearing plow on display.
  • Free interactive exhibits with fun and educational activities.
  • Bouncy castle.
  • Bus tours of the MiWay Transitway.

When

Saturday, May 23, 2026
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where

Near City Hall, outside of the Living Arts Centre and on Princess Royal Drive.

This event is free to attend. Registration is not required.

Consider using MiWay or riding your bike to get to the event. Use the City’s cycling map to map out your route. If you’re unable to bike the full way, consider using MiWay to get partway there and then bike the rest of the way.

For more information about public works in the City, visit mississauga.ca/services-and-programs/transportation-and-streets/.

May 11, 2026
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One month until Mississauga watches the world play soccer

By Events

Mississauga Celebration Square gears up to celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026™ by screening the games.

Entertainment and activities | May 11, 2026

With just one month until the world’s largest sporting event kicks off in North America, excitement is building across the City of Mississauga. Co-hosted by Canada, the United States and Mexico, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, bringing 48 teams together for 104 matches across the continent, including games in Toronto.

Celebration Square will host public watch parties

Soccer fever is coming to town; the City will be hosting soccer watch parties at Mississauga Celebration Square (MCS). These plans reflect the City’s cultural diversity, strong community spirit and love of sports.

MCS is planning to broadcast 59 matches over 23 tournament days, planned around previously scheduled festivals and events. This includes all three Canada group stage games, the round of 32 and the final.

Residents and visitors can enjoy the beautiful game at family‑friendly public match screenings in a safe, welcoming environment for fans of all ages. The award-winning accessible MCS space also offers assistive listening devices available upon request.

View the match schedule online.

Hosting Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026™ tour stop

Announced last month, Mississauga is excited to host a stop on the Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026TM tour in partnership with Visit Mississauga, taking place on July 1 in downtown Mississauga. This one‑day event will attract visitors and fans from across the country to watch the tournament, participate in soccer-themed festivities and enjoy the jubilation of the game.

Take MiWay and watch the world play

Whether you’re heading to MCS to catch the action on the big screens or travelling to Toronto for a live match experience, MiWay makes getting there easy and affordable. An adult single ride with PRESTO is just $3.50 and for $145, a monthly PRESTO pass offers unlimited travel. Skip the stress of traffic, parking and rising fuel prices, and leave the car at home. With PRESTO, you can also connect seamlessly to TTC and GO Transit at no extra cost within the transfer window. Plan your trip.

For additional details about game screenings, please visit the saugaLIVE website.

May 11, 2026
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Victoria Day service hours at Peel Region

By Resources

BRAMPTON, ON. – May 11, 2026. Peel Region offices and non-emergency services will be closed on Monday, May 18, 2026, for the Victoria Day holiday. The following non-emergency services will reopen on Tuesday, May 19, 2026:

  • Service Peel counters
  • ServiceOntario counter
  • Dental Services Contact Centre and Dental Clinics
  • Healthy Sexuality Clinics
  • Family Health Call Centre
  • Immunization Call Centre
  • Baby Feeding Support Clinics
  • Adult Day Services (in-person and virtual)
  • Early Years and Child Care Services, including Child Care Subsidy
  • Housing Services
  • Ontario Works
  • Peel Works Harm Reduction – Mobile Vans
  • Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)

Refer to healthy sexuality clinics for up-to-date hours.

Waste collection 

On Monday, May 18, there will be no garbage, organics, or yard waste pickup. They will be picked up one day later that week. 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 will be closed on Monday, May 18, and will reopen on Tuesday, May 19. 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. Find emergency shelter details, 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 Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, must be booked by 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 17.

On Monday, May 18 (Victoria Day):

  • Call us 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 and application, and payment processing will resume on Tuesday, May 19.

We offer 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.

May 11, 2026
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The 2026 Grown in Peel Local Food Guide is Now Available!

By Resources

20 years of celebrating local farms and farmers’ markets in Peel!

For two decades, Grown in Peel has helped connect residents with Peel’s farms and farmers’ markets, while supporting Peel Region’s agricultural sector and residents’ access to safe, healthy, and affordable food.

Explore the 2026 Grown in Peel Local Food Guide on the Grown in Peel website at growninpeel.ca, featuring:

  • An interactive map of participating farms and farmers’ markets to help residents plan their visits
  • Seasonal reels promoted across Peel Region’s social media
  • Information on locally grown food and farm products
May 8, 2026
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