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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY TEST SHUTDOWN – 1086 Balment, Ave, Mississauga – Thursday, June 19th, 2025. From 11:00am to 1:00pm

By Resources

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, June 19th, 2025. From 11:00am to 1:00pm. 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, June 19th, 2025. From 11:00am to 1:00pm

Location:                    1086 Balment, Ave, Mississauga.

Affected Addresses:  1071-1095 Balment, Ave. 1264-1300 Strathy Ave.

Project #:                   C-604430

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #               437-220-6987

 

June 16, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY TEST SHUTDOWN – 246 Eaglewood Blvd, Mississauga – Thursday, June 19th, 2025. From 9:00am to 11:00am

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, June 19th, 2025. From 9:00am to 11:00am. 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, June 19th, 2025. From 9:00am to 11:00am

Location:                    246 Eaglewood Blvd, Mississauga.

Affected Addresses:  193-262 Eaglewood Blvd.

Project #:                   C-604549

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #               437-220-6987

June 16, 2025
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Peel Regional Police Update: Project Outsource

By Announcement

This morning, Peel Regional Police announced the results of Project Outsource, a major joint forces investigation that has led to the recovery of over $4.2 million in assets and the dismantling of a violent organized criminal network with ties to the towing industry.

In July 2024, Project Outsource was launched to investigate a criminal organization believed to be behind a significant number of extortion incidents and related acts of violence. As the investigation progressed, it became clear that the criminal network operated with two distinct, but interconnected components: one dedicated to extortion and violence, and the other rooted in the towing industry. Investigators uncovered evidence that these individuals were engaged in insurance fraud by staging vehicle collisions, and using threats, assaults, and firearms to exert control over local towing operations.

As of June 10, 2025, 18 individuals have been arrested and charged in connection with this investigation:

  • 17 men from Brampton and 1 women from King City.
  • The accused face a total of 97 criminal charges related to criminal organization, extortion, fraud, firearms, and more.
  • 3 individuals were charged and released to attend court at a later date, while 15 were held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.
  • Notably, almost half of those arrested were already under some form of judicial release at the time of their arrests.

Over the course of the investigation, the following assets were seized:

  • 18 tow trucks, with a total value $2.8M
  • 4 personal vehicles, with a total value of $840K
  • 5 stolen vehicles recovered, with a total value $571K
  • 6 firearms
  • 586 rounds of ammunition
  • 2 bulletproof vests
  • Various weapons, including cross bow, taser, baseball bats

Project Outsource was a Joint Forces Operation with Peel Regional Police, Ontario Provincial Police, Halton Regional Police, York Regional Police, and Toronto Police Service. The successful completion of this investigation was made possible through funding from the Government of Ontario, Ministry of the Solicitor General, in which the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario supported this Joint Forces investigation.

PRP’s news release here: https://x.com/PeelPolice/status/1934630776382873737

June 16, 2025
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SCHEDULED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION NOTICE – 30/32 Oakwood Ave N – Tuesday, June 17th, 2025. From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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, June 17th, 2025. From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  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, June 17th, 2025. From 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Location: 30/32 Oakwood Ave N.   

Addresses Affected: 30-55 Oakwood Ave N.

Project #:  C-603012

Regional Inspector: Vijay Patel

Telephone #   437-220-6987.

June 13, 2025
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PRP Update: Project Pelican – Record Drug Bust Dismantles Transnational

By Announcement, Issues

On June 10, Peel Regional Police (PRP) announced the results of Project Pelican, marking the largest drug seizure in our service’s history – with nearly $50 million worth of cocaine seized. In collaboration with national and international partners, PRP dismantled a transnational organized criminal network trafficking illicit drugs into the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

In June 2024, Peel Regional Police began investigating a cocaine smuggling operation using U.S.-Canada commercial trucking routes. By November, working with partners including the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations Border Enforcement Task Force in Detroit, multiple individuals, trucking companies, and storage sites linked to the operation were identified.

Over the course of the investigation, the following was seized:

  • 479 kilograms of bricked cocaine, with an estimated street value of $47.9M
  • Two illegal loaded semi-automatic handguns

As of June 6, nine individuals were arrested and charged in connection with the investigation, totalling 35 charges related to firearm and drug offences. The accused were held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.

The successful completion of Project Pelican was made possible through funding provided by the Ontario Government, Ministry of the Solicitor General in which the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario supported this investigation.

Please see PRP’s news release here: https://x.com/PeelPolice/status/1932431335806669128

June 12, 2025
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Carmen Corbasson Community Centre is re-opening and you’re invited to celebrate

By Announcement, Events, Stephen’s Initiatives, Ward 1

Celebration includes a ceremony, tours of the facility, entertainment and free activities throughout the day.

June 10, 2025

Looking for something to do this weekend? Join us for a community event in celebration of the re-opening of Carmen Corbasson Community Centre on Saturday, June 14, 2025.The celebration will include an opening ceremony with Mayor Carolyn Parrish, Ward 1 Councillor Stephen Dasko, Members of Council, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, the City’s Poet Laureate and a performance by Mikey Bloom. The celebration will also include tours of the facility, entertainment and free activities throughout the day.

The redeveloped facility features a new fitness and aquatics centre, 25-metre six-lane pool, warm water therapy pool, climate controlled indoor walking track, two indoor ice surfaces, an active living studio and various improved exterior connections to the woodlot and Mississauga Seniors’ Centre.

What

Opening of Carmen Corbasson Community Centre

When

Saturday, June 14, 2025
11 a.m. Ceremony with Mayor Parrish, Ward 1 Councillor Stephen Dasko, Members of Council, dignitaries and special guests
11:30 a.m. Free programming, entertainment and activities continue
4 p.m. Event concludes

Where

Carmen Corbasson Community Centre
1399 Cawthra Rd, Mississauga

Cost

Free

More information about the upcoming event can be found on the event calendar listing.

A list of the free activities and drop-in programs can be found on Active Mississauga.

June 10, 2025
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Maintain your drains to reduce the risk of flooding

By Resources

Ensure that the storm drains in your driveway and backyard are in good working order to reduce the risk of flooding during rainy weather.

June 6, 2025

Homeowners are responsible for keeping the drains on their property clear to prevent flooding. This includes checking that they aren’t blocked in any way that would prevent water from entering the stormwater system. This is critical as these drains – just like the storm drains on the roads – collect rainwater and other stormwater runoff and send it into the City’s stormwater system. They prevent debris and litter from entering into the system, while helping limit flooding on private property.

Stormwater vs. wastewater

Stormwater is rain and melted snow that flows off of rooftops, driveways and roads outside your home. The City maintains the public stormwater infrastructure that carries rain and melted snow into local creeks, rivers and Lake Ontario. Watch this short video to learn more about how stormwater travels through the system.

Wastewater is from the toilets, sinks, showers and washing machines inside your home. Peel Region maintains the wastewater infrastructure that collect and treats this water at one of two facilities in Mississauga, before returning to Lake Ontario. To report a wastewater issue, call Peel Region at 905-791-7800, ext. 4409.

Storm drains, catch basins and swales on private property

The visible part of a storm drain is its cast iron grate cover, which lets water in, but keeps big debris out. Below it is the catch basin that collects water and holds back sediment, dirt and debris – like litter. The basin is connected to an exit pipe that drains water into the City’s stormwater system. Storm drains may be located within reverse-grade driveways that are sloped towards garages or in backyards.

A private backyard storm drain looks very much like storm drains on the road. The grate may look a bit different, but they operate the same way. These storm drains are located at low points in a backyard and may drain water from several backyards. It is important to keep a backyard storm drain clear of any debris or other obstructions to allow water in nearby backyards to drain away properly after a rainfall. It can be more difficult to locate them in your backyard, as it could be covered by debris, gardens or outbuildings, like a shed.

Swales are shallow grassed drainage channels in your yard with sloping sides. They collect and direct stormwater away from the building foundation and may flow towards a storm drain in the backyard or on the street. Swales can also absorb some of the water into the soil below. Both features of swales help your property drain excess water.

Pooling water in your backyard may indicate that there could be a backyard storm drain that has been obstructed. Inspecting the area near your property lines may reveal a storm drain that is in need of clearing.

If your neighbours are also noticing wet backyards, you can work together to inspect the affected properties and locate the obstructed drain. Check the lowest points along the rear of your property for storm drain inlets and remove any debris, structures or gardens that obstruct the flow of water.

Always include good grading and drainage when planning for landscaping projects, like installing a swimming pool or retaining walls on your property. Property grading was approved when your home was originally built and changing grading without professional guidance can have expensive consequences. Failure to accommodate the proper flow of water can increase the risk of flooding on your property and on neighbouring properties.

How storm drains and sump pumps work together

Some storm drains use the home’s sump pump and backup systems to divert water away from the property, so it is important to check the pump and the discharge pipe regularly. This will make sure they are free of debris and functioning properly to help your basement stay dry.

To reduce the load on the sump pump, it is key to also make sure that water falling from your roof eavestroughs and downspout is directed at least three feet or one metre away from any basement foundations or adjacent properties, so that it can be directed to a storm drain or absorbed into the ground on your own property. Disconnecting your roof downspouts and adding elbows and extensions to the downspout pipe can help to direct the flow of water away from the basement foundations.

Flood risk reduction resources

Floods can happen quickly and without warning at any time of the year. Learn how to prevent floods and how to apply for flood prevention grants to make your home more resilient to future floods.

For more information about the City’s stormwater infrastructure, visit mississauga.ca/stormwater.

June 9, 2025
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Notification of herbicide application for the control of invasive plants

By Announcement, Parks, Ward 1

Upcoming herbicide application to control Dog-strangling vine, Japanese knotweed, Burdock, Lily-of-the-valley, and Yellow archangel in natural areas during June 16th – June 27th. If any touch ups are needed the contractors will be returning between July 14th – July 18th.

The parks being treated are:

  • Adamson Estate,
  • Cawthra
  • P-510 (Between Indian Valley Trail and Kenollie Ave, East of Stavebank Rd)

Phragmites (Common Reed), will be treated at various dates between the end of July and mid September at the following location:

  • Adamson Estate,
  • P-510 (Between Indian Valley Trail and Kenollie Ave, East of Stavebank Rd)

Contractors working on behalf of the City, Invasive Phragmites Control Centre, will be applying RoundUp WeatherPRO (Glyphosate) or Habitat Aqua (Imazapyr) directly to the plants using a handheld/backpack sprayer to minimize impacts to plants in the surrounding area. Habitat Aqua will only be used in wet areas and the City has obtained the proper permits to apply this herbicide.

Notification signs will be posted at all access points to the spray area at least 24 hours prior to treatment and will be removed no less than 48 hours after treatment. Timelines may be extended as needed depending on weather conditions.

 

This work supports the City’s Invasive Species Management Program and improves the health of natural areas across the City.

 

The Park Supervisor and 311 have been notified of these operations.

June 9, 2025
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