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Mississauga honours the memory of missing and murdered members of the Indigenous community

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The Every Child Matters flag flying at half-mast to honour Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people on this national day of awareness.

Local government | May 5, 2026

Annually, Mississauga recognizes the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S) on May 5. This is a time for reflection and action in Canada.

The 2015 Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action report identified 94 steps to address the damaging impact of residential schools in Canada. One of these steps, Call to Action #41, focuses on the issue of disproportionate violence against Indigenous women and girls, and proposes the creation of a public inquiry into this crisis, which remains an urgent matter of concern.

The day aims to recognize and raise awareness about the tragic rate of violence and abuse that Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people face in Canada. As a City, Mississauga honours the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and gender-diverse people, while recognizing the grief shared by their families, friends and communities. On May 5, the City will recognize these tragic moments in Canada’s Indigenous history, by:

The community is encouraged to show their support and raise awareness of MMIWG2S by wearing red, joining the conversation online, viewing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s report and other related material. Additional information and resources can be found on the City’s webpage.

May 5, 2026
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Mississauga introduces watercraft launch ramp fees starting May 1

By Announcement, Parks, Ward 1

New fees have been approved for the City’s launch ramps to help fund their operation and maintain orderly procedures.

City services | April 27, 2026

Mississauga City Council has approved changes to the City’s Fees and Charges By-law, introducing new fees to use the City’s three watercraft launch ramps. Starting May 1, 2026, Mississauga residents and visitors will need to pay a one-day, seven-day or seasonal fee to use the launch ramps at Marina Park and Lakefront Promenade. The new fees will help offset the cost for the City to operate and staff the launches, to ensure they are organized and running efficiently.

The City’s launches are used about 8,000 times annually and are busiest on summer weekends. The City has had to increase staffing and security to manage the high demand.

The fees apply to anyone who uses a trailer to launch their watercraft from the ramps. Residents will pay $10 for one day, $40 for seven days or $120 for the full season. Non‑residents will pay $15 for one day, $60 for seven days or $180 for the full season. Paying the seasonal fee allows users to launch their watercraft from the ramps at Marina Park and Lakefront Promenade for the entire season, from when the ramps open in the spring until the fall, weather permitting.

Paying the fee

The fees can be paid online. In-person payment is also available at the City’s marina offices. Marina staff will be on site to explain the new fee, help with mobile payment if needed, and check that the fee has been paid.

To learn more, visit mississauga.ca/launchrampfees and mississauga.ca/marinas.

 

Signage installed at Mississauga waterfront launch ramp, with Lake Ontario in the background, that informs people that a launch ramp fee is now required to launch a watercraft from Mississauga's launch ramps.

April 27, 2026
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Automated External Defibrillator (AED) unit at Credit Valley Marina in Port Credit

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

Councillor Dasko celebrates the installation of a new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) unit at Credit Valley Marina in Port Credit.

The AED installation was proposed by residents from the Cranberry Cove community, who were also present for the occasion. This important addition enhances public safety at the marina and reflects the strong role residents continue to play in improving their neighbourhood and waterfront amenities.

April 24, 2026
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City warns about fraudulent QR codes on parking machines

By Announcement, Parking

On April 22, the City became aware of fraudulent QR code stickers placed on some parking Pay and Display machines in Downtown Mississauga. These unauthorized QR codes redirect users to third‑party payment websites that are not affiliated with the City and can put personal and financial information at risk.

City staff responded immediately and removed approximately 80 fraudulent stickers within an hour of discovery. Teams were deployed to inspect parking machines across the city, and staff continue to actively monitor equipment to prevent further incidents.

Residents are reminded that the City does not use QR codes to collect parking payments in Mississauga.

Payment instructions are displayed on parking machines, and payment is accepted using coins or major credit cards. Anyone who sees a suspicious QR code on a parking machines is encouraged not to scan it and to report it by calling 311.

April 24, 2026
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Peel Region’s Seniors Services wins provincial award for innovation and workplace excellence

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BRAMPTON, ON (April 23, 2026) – Last night at the 2026 AdvantAge Ontario Convention in Toronto, Peel Region’s Seniors Services was recognized for its Culture and Well-Being Program – a forward-thinking initiative that strengthens workplace culture, employee well-being, and service excellence across the region’s Long Term Care and Adult Day Services Centres.

The Innovation and Excellence Workplace Quality Award was presented to Culture and Well-being Advisors, Leah Crosby and Hermeen Toor-Birring, and General Manager of Seniors Services, Cathy Granger, at the province’s premier education and networking event where provincial leaders in seniors’ care gather to celebrate innovation and leadership across the sector.

Guided by the Seniors Services Strategic Plan, the program reflects a comprehensive approach to workforce well-being that is embedded directly into daily operations, leadership practices, and service-specific policies and processes that sustain the well-being of front-line staff.

In close collaboration with team members and leaders across Seniors Services, as well as partners from Health Services and Human Resources, the program focuses on building psychologically safe, inclusive, and resilient workplaces through intentional education, practical tools, and on-the-ground support.

Since its introduction, the program has helped foster a more engaged and supported workforce by responding to the lived realities of both frontline staff and leaders in Seniors Services, many of whom demonstrated extraordinary resilience while caring for seniors through COVID‑19. By investing in staff and leadership well-being, the program supports the long-term sustainability of the compassionate, person-centred care that residents and clients depend on.

Peel Region’s program was selected for its innovative “embedded” model, positive outcomes, and potential to inspire change across Seniors Services. Peel Region continues to share learnings and tools with partners in seniors care, reinforcing its role as a provincial leader in workforce well-being and person-centred care.

April 23, 2026
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Enjoy Youth Weeks and Sauga Summer Pass for free!

By Announcement, Resources, Youth

Starting April 27, Mississauga youth can take part in fun, free activities during Youth Weeks and register for the Sauga Summer Pass.

City services | April 22, 2026

From trying new activities to hanging out with friends, Mississauga youth love to stay active and connected. The City is helping make those plans easier with fun, free activities during Mississauga Youth Weeks and the launch of this year’s Sauga Summer Pass.

Back again this year, these popular programs are designed to help youth stay active and on the move. They encourage physical activity, healthy lifestyles and creativity during one of the busiest times of the year.

Mississauga Youth Weeks

Mississauga Youth Weeks will run from April 27 to May 8, 2026. This action-packed program gives youth aged 12 to 24 the chance to take part in free activities at community centres and libraries across the city.

Illustration showing youth of diverse backgrounds, including one in a wheelchair.

All events are free. This year’s notable activities for youth aged 12 to 24 include:

  • Clay and crafts workshops
  • Water safety and aquatic activities
  • Career workshops at Mississauga Valley on May 4 and Malton Youth Hub on May 7
  • Sledge hockey at Iceland Arena on May 1
  • Sports tournaments, skills building and more

Build your schedule of drop-in programs and registered activities online and get ready to enjoy the sessions!

Register for a Sauga Summer Pass

Make the summer months easier on your wallet with a pass that provides Mississauga youth ages 12 to 16 with access to free MiWay bus rides and public fun swims at all City indoor and outdoor pools. The pass also offers free fitness centre access for youth ages 14 to 16 at all participating locations with parental consent.

Illustration showing a MiWay bus, swim ring, water bottle, sun and umbrella. Title reads Sauga Summer Pass.

The Sauga Summer Pass is a valuable annual offering for staying engaged in the summer months.  Pass holders can save on drop-in swimming and fitness centre fees and transit fares. For example, with the Sauga Summer Pass, youth save $4.50 on a single cash fare and $2.90 on a PRESTO fare. It’s an easy and affordable way for youth to explore Mississauga this summer.

Registration opens on Monday, April 27 on a first-come-first-served basis. To register, bring a completed application form and a physical piece of identification to verify your birth date to one of the community centres listed on the registration form.

The pass is valid from June 26 to September 7.

 

April 22, 2026
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Slowing down in work zones saves lives

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BRAMPTON, Ont. – April 20, 2026. Today marks the start of National Work Zone Awareness Week, a yearly reminder to pause and consider the importance of travelling carefully through work zones.

As construction season gets underway across Peel, drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians are reminded to slow down and use caution when travelling through work zones. Safe actions protect workers and other road users and ensure everyone makes it home safely.

How do I travel safely in a work zone?

A work zone is an area where any type of construction is taking place on a road.

Start by being prepared. Work zones and construction delays can be avoided by planning ahead. Use our interactive construction projects in Peel map to view work happening on your route and use Waze for real-time construction alerts and instant reroutes.

  • Be aware: Pay attention to signage and road conditions.
  • Be flexible: Stay alert and expect the unexpected.
  • Keep your distance: Give workers, construction boundaries, and everyone on our roads extra space.
  • Slow down: Be aware of posted speed limits and be ready to stop.
  • Stay focused: Eyes up, phone down – avoid distractions.

Peel Region is committed to the Vision Zero approach and is working to prevent injuries and fatalities resulting from collisions. Vision Zero focuses on everyone’s responsibility to be aware of their surroundings and follow the rules of the road.

Learn more about work zone safety in Peel.

April 21, 2026
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MiWay Service Delays: Sunday April 26, 2026 | 8 am to 1 pm Mississauga Marathon

By Announcement, Transit

Attention Passengers

Service Delays: Sunday April 26, 2026 | 8 am to 1 pm

23 Lakeshore (East)

Left turns will not be permitted from southbound Southdown Rd to eastbound Lakeshore Rd for the Mississauga Marathon until opened by Peel Regional Police.

Route 23 east will be detoured from Southdown Rd to Truscott Dr to Clarkson Rd back to Lakeshore Rd and normal routing.

44 Mississauga Road

Mississauga Rd will close between Burnhamthorpe Rd and Dundas St and Burnhamthorpe Rd will close between Erin Mills Pky and Hurontario St for the Mississauga Marathon until opened by Peel Regional Police.

Route 44 will be detoured from Mississauga Rd to Eglinton Ave, Erin Mills Pky, The Collegeway, South Millway, and South Common Bus Terminal. Exit terminal to Burnhamthorpe Rd, Erin Mills Pky, Eglinton Ave to Mississauga Rd.

Route 44 will not service UTM during the Mississauga Marathon.

April 21, 2026
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PRP Update: New General Driving Concern Portal

By Announcement, Issues, Resources

Peel Regional Police has launched a new portal to accept general driving concerns from the public. This portal is now live on our Online Reporting Platform. This portal will allow members of the public to report driving behaviours that pose a risk to public safety and where police enforcement may be required.

This program expands on our existing Road Watch program that allows members of the public to report specific dangerous or aggressive driving that pose a risk to public safety but are not emergencies. Key Highlights between each program include:

Road Watch

  • Dangerous and Aggressive Driving
  • License Plate Number Required

Examples: Excessive speeding in residential areas, aggressive lane weaving, or running red lights.

New General Driving Concern Portal

  • Observations of driving behaviour that pose a risk to public safety but are not emergencies.
  • No license plate required
  • City studies will need to be reviewed to validate and assess the reported concerns.

Examples: Roadways where police enforcement may be required for infractions such as speeding, failure to comply with stop signs, illegal U-turns, and other related traffic violations.

April 17, 2026
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Mississauga boosts funding for affordable rental housing incentive program

By Announcement, Planning & Development

The extra funding will help get 3,600 new rental units under construction including 545 with more affordable rents.

City building | April 14, 2026

The City is taking another step to help get more homes built in Mississauga that people can afford to rent.

Council has approved an increase in funding for the Affordable Rental Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) from $44 million to $70 million. The CIP offers grants for developers who want to build rental buildings with affordable units. The grants must be spent by July 31, 2027.

The additional funding for the program will come from the City’s third instalment of the federal Housing Accelerator Fund.

Strong interest in the program

The CIP is designed to quickly increase the supply of rental housing, including affordable and below-market units. The program provides financial incentives for private and non-profit developers, including grants and the waiving of certain fees, to help offset the costs of shovel-ready rental projects with affordable units.

Developers and homeowners have shown strong interest in the CIP since it was adopted in July 2024. The new funding is expected to help get more than 3,600 new purpose-built rental units under construction, including 545 with more affordable rents.

Council also approved an additional $1 million to the CIP to help continue to fund gentle density rebates. To date, the CIP has funded over $562,000 in rebates for homeowners who added second, third and fourth units in neighbourhoods. It has supported over 580 additional residential units and three fourplex applications.

The success of the CIP underscores the City’s ongoing leadership to improve housing supply and make affordable rentals more accessible for residents with moderate incomes.

Building more homes, faster

The CIP is one part of the City’s broader efforts to bring down the cost of renting or owning a home and make it easier to build more housing.

In January 2025, Council adopted the Mayor’s motion to further reduce development charges (DC) in Mississauga. Under the City’s incentives program, DCs for purpose-built rental apartments have been reduced by 100 per cent for 1-bedroom + den, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units. All other residential units benefit from a 50 per cent DC reduction.

Mississauga Official Plan 2051 sets a strong vision for the future of the city and brings new policies that will allow for the construction of more than 370,000 new residential units city-wide by 2051.

The CIP aligns with the City’s goals to support affordability, accessibility and aging in place. Building more purpose-built rental units fulfils key actions under the City’s Action Plan for New Housing and recommendations from the Mayor’s Housing Task Force.

April 14, 2026
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